Top Southern Vietnam Gondola Rides

Experience Ho Chi Minh City’s major landmarks and attractions on an all-day tour. After a convenient pickup from Phu My Port, travel in a private air-conditioned minivan with a personal guide to the War Remnants Museum, Independence Palace, and the French colonial Notre Dame Cathedral and General Post Office. Enjoy a cafe sua da (coffee with condensed-milk) and lunch at a local restaurant included.  

Venture to practically every corner of Ho Chi Minh City on a private day tour that introduces you to all the highlights. From Vietnam’s war history to bustling markets and French colonial landmarks, your personal guide will provide a comprehensive experience. Bonus: enjoy a cyclo ride and stop for Vietnamese coffee.

The rural villages, tiny islands, and lush rice paddies of the Mekong Delta lie just over an hour’s drive from Ho Chi Minh City. On this private tour, enjoy the undivided attention of your guide as you cycle through the countryside, cruise around the islands on a traditional sampan, and visit a honey farm, tropical fruit plantation, and coconut candy workshop.

Get a bit of exercise while you’re exploring the natural beauty of the Saigon River on this private SUP tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Your guide will collect you from your departure point, and then take you to the river. Put phones and other items in provided waterproof bags, and then follow your guide down the river.

Cultural Immersion and Artisanal Workshops: This tour offers a chance to visit a traditional brick kiln and coconut workshop, witness the skills of local artisans, and learn about the meticulous brick-making process and the artistic talent behind coconut products. Scenic River Cruise and Serene Canal Rowing: The boat ride along the river offers a serene and picturesque experience, with a safety briefing and a welcome drink featuring coconut, coconut jam, and banana chips. The sampan rowing through the narrow canals provides an intimate connection to the region's tranquil waterways and landscapes. Local Cuisine and Cultural Encounters: This tour offers a culinary highlight with lunch at a local riverside restaurant, where you can enjoy authentic Vietnamese dishes and regional flavors in a scenic setting. Additionally, you'll visit a local house where sleep mats are crafted, providing insight into the daily lives and traditions of the community.

Cultural Immersion in the Mekong Delta: explore the Mekong Delta's rich culture, visiting a factory for activated charcoal made from coconut hard-shells, exploring Tam Hiep Island, walking through orchards, and meeting a local family, allowing visitors to connect with the local way of life and taste local flavors. Scenic River and Canal Exploration: a serene and picturesque journey along the Mekong River and smaller canals, taking you to Tam Hiep Island. You are experienced through a rowing boat ride, providing an escape from city life and connecting with the region's pristine landscapes. Herbal Jelly Farm and Ut Trinh Homestay: visiting a special farm where LÁ SÂM creepers are cultivated then make and taste a special herbal jelly, showcasing the region's culinary heritage. Enjoy a delectable lunch at Ut Trinh homestay, prepared by the gracious Ut Trinh family that not only offers a delicious meal but also a chance to engage with local hosts and appreciate the warm hospitality.