Ben Tre offers three very different ways to spend a day on the water and in the Delta. One is a short sailboat cruise focused on a relaxed canal outing, while the other two are full-day tours that combine boating with land visits, food, and village activities.
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Compare the 3 Tour Options
Use this comparison to match the itinerary, traveler feedback, duration, and key features to your preferred travel day.
| Tour | Best for | Rating | Reviews | Duration | Key point | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Short canal cruise | Travelers who want a brief, low-key boat experience in Ben Tre | ★ 5.0/5 | 29 reviews | Approx. 1 hr 30 min | Shortest time commitment of the three | View on Viator |
 Full Ben Tre day tour | Travelers who want a longer, more personalized day in Ben Tre with cycling and a home lunch | ★ 4.9/5 | 840 reviews | Approx. 8 hr–10 hr | Includes several activity types in one day | View on Viator |
 My Tho plus Ben Tre | Travelers who want a full-day Mekong itinerary that adds My Tho to the Ben Tre area | ★ 4.9/5 | 254 reviews | Approx. 8 hr–10 hr | Covers both My Tho and Ben Tre in one itinerary | View on Viator |
Explore Each Tour in Detail
Each option includes its own photo gallery, overview, key features, traveler profile, and direct Viator link.
Short on time? Choose the briefest water-based option.
Mekong River Relaxing Sail boat cruise to Coconut Canals (1.5HRS)
Best for: Travelers who want a brief, low-key boat experience in Ben Tre
This experience is a brief boat-focused outing rather than a full-day tour. It centers on a sailboat cruise through Mekong waterways and coconut canals, with a small-group feel suggested by the intimate setting described in the source data. Confirmed inclusions cover water, fried banana, boat captain service, beanbags, and pickup and drop-off in and around Ben Tre city. The itinerary notes also mention motorbike or tuk-tuk pickup and an English-speaking online booking assistant at the boat pier. It suits travelers who want a simpler, slower-paced experience without adding a long inland sightseeing program.
Short sailboat cruise for an easy Ben Tre outing
- Shortest time commitment of the three
- Includes a sailboat cruise with a local boat captain
- Includes water, fried banana, and pickup in and around Ben Tre city
Want more variety? Pick the tour with the broadest activity mix.
Authentic 'Less-Touristy' Mekong Delta Ben Tre 1-Day Tour
Best for: Travelers who want a longer, more personalized day in Ben Tre with cycling and a home lunch
This option is built as a long day tour and gives you more than a single boat ride. The confirmed itinerary includes pickup, travel into Ben Tre Province, a boat trip, a visit to a brick factory, a coconut farm visit, and a look at sleeping-mat making with locals. The included services also cover bicycle use, an air-conditioned vehicle, fruit and coconut juice, water, all fees and taxes, and a Southern Vietnamese set-menu lunch. The listed group option limits the group size, which may appeal to travelers who want a more personal pace and more interaction during the day.
A fuller Ben Tre day with more variety
- Includes several activity types in one day
- Small group format with a maximum of 10 people in the listed group option
- Confirmed inclusions cover bicycle use, air-conditioned vehicle, lunch, fruit, coconut juice, and water
Prefer a wider Mekong itinerary? Choose the tour that adds My Tho.
Local Mekong Delta 'Lesser-Known' My Tho & Ben Tre 1-Day Tour
Best for: Travelers who want a full-day Mekong itinerary that adds My Tho to the Ben Tre area
This is another full-day tour, but it spreads the itinerary across My Tho and Ben Tre rather than focusing only on Ben Tre. The source data confirms a pagoda stop, a Mekong River cruise, a traditional rowing boat segment in a water coconut canal, and a final boat ride through the canal. It also includes a lunch stop with a five-course Southern Vietnamese set menu and a cooking activity for banh xeo. The inclusions list confirms air-conditioned transport, all boats, fruit and coconut juice, water, lunch, and all fees and taxes. It suits travelers who want a more varied route with several different components in one day.
A broader Mekong day with several stops
- Covers both My Tho and Ben Tre in one itinerary
- Includes three different boats according to the tour notes
- Confirmed inclusions cover lunch, air-conditioned vehicle, fruit and coconut juice, water, and all boats
Choosing an itinerary style in Ben Tre
If you want the lightest possible outing, the short sailboat cruise keeps the experience focused on the waterways. If you prefer a fuller day, choose between the Ben Tre-centered tour for a more local activity mix or the My Tho and Ben Tre tour for the most varied route.
Canal cruise in Ben Tre
A sailboat route on Mekong rivers and canals, ending back at your place in Ben Tre.
Ben Tre day circuit
A one-day route with boat travel, village cycling, craft and farm visits, and lunch before returning.
My Tho and Ben Tre route
A longer circuit with pagoda, boat rides, canal cruising, lunch, and a hands-on cooking stop.
Travel planning tip
Check the live product page before booking. Departure details, activity order, inclusions, and available options can change.
Booking notes
- Check the listed group option carefully if you care about group size, since one full-day tour offers a capped group format and private-tour options are also listed.
- Only the inclusions shown in the product data are confirmed, so do not assume extra meals, stops, or transport beyond what is listed.
- Pickup details differ by product, including Ben Tre city coverage on the short cruise and District 1/District 4 pickup on the full-day tours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which option is the shortest?
The sailboat cruise is the shortest by far, making it the easiest choice if you only have a small window of time.
Which tour includes the most activities?
The My Tho and Ben Tre day tour includes the widest mix of stops and boat segments, along with lunch and a cooking activity.
Which option is better for a more personal feel?
The Ben Tre day tour is the better fit if you want a smaller-group format and a day built around local activities.