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Mekong Delta Day Trip and Village Experience
This morning, depart from Ho Chi Minh City and travel west to Ben Tre Province in the Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, board a boat to sail along one of the Mekong’s tributaries. Stop at local workshops to learn about regional specialties, including coconut candy production, and visit a brick factory to see how handmade bricks are created. Along the way, ride a motorized rickshaw, known locally as a xe loi, through villages, rice fields, and vegetable gardens to get a sense of rural life in the delta. At midday, enjoy a hearty lunch at a local restaurant featuring regional dishes such as elephant-ear fish and freshwater shrimp. In the afternoon, take a bicycle ride along quiet village roads lined with greenery, then visit a workshop that produces handwoven carpets. Continue with a calm sampan ride through narrow canals, observing daily life along the waterways. After the tour, return by car to Ho Chi Minh City. This day offers a balance of cultural insight, hands-on experiences, and scenic views, providing a clear picture of life in the Mekong Delta and the traditions that shape the region.