Make the most of your time in southern Vietnam with this list of the best day trips from Ho Chi Minh City!
With a population of over 8 million, Ho Chi Minh City is a hectic and busy city.
There are heaps of things to do within the over-touristed District 1 alone.
But it’s when you take the time to get out of the city that you truly start to experience Vietnam.
READ MORE: Plan your trip with our comprehensive guide to spending 3 days in Ho Chi Minh City.
The Best Day Trips from Ho Chi Minh City
From untouched natural beauty to cultural experiences and solemn, historical sites, we’ll run you through our list of the top day trips from Ho Chi Minh City.
You won’t want to miss these, so keep reading!
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1) Mekong Delta
The Mekong Delta is among the most popular day trips from Ho Chi Minh City.
When you visit Ho Chi Minh City, a day (or two) in the Mekong Delta should definitely be on your itinerary.
Within a short, 4-hour bus ride you can escape the city, reaching local villages, homes, and floating markets.
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The Mekong River itself runs through 7 countries, including China, Myanmar, Tibet, Thailand, Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
The Mekong Delta is the mouth of the river, where it splits into hundreds of smaller channels that connect with the ocean.
This area is colloquially called the ‘rice bowl’ of the country, thanks mainly to its incredibly fertile soils.
You will get the opportunity to observe and participate in the local way of life here as you float along the interconnecting rivers and walk through the forest.
You can take a boat ride through the rivers where you’ll get to purchase locally-made products, fresh fruit, and souvenirs.
Stopping to make coconut candy at the factory in Ben Tre is a fun way to immerse yourself in the local culture.
How to Get to the Mekong Delta
The easiest way by far is to book a tour. A good tour is great as it will include the bus ride to the Mekong Delta, as well as take you to the sites along the way.
If you’re confident on a motorbike, then renting a scooter is another convenient option – just be conscious that you may want to take a boat…
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