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From Ho Chi Minh to Phú Quốc the 3 Day Hidden Mekong Journey (Ho Chi Minh City)

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3-day tour in Ho Chi Minh City, taking in Day Three — From the Mekong to Phú Quốc and Arrrive Phu Quoc. Run by Rec, booked direct rather than through a reseller.

Highlights

  • Arrrive Phu Quoc
  • Runs 3 days
  • 2 nights in carefully selected countryside accommodation
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners featuring fresh, local Mekong flavours
  • Daily breakfast, seasonal tropical fruits & refreshments
  • Private transportation throughout the journey

From Ho Chi Minh to Phú Quốc the 3 Day Hidden Mekong Journey (Ho Chi Minh City): Key Facts

PriceFrom $623.43 per person
Duration3 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

Full description

This is a 3-day experience from Ho Chi Minh City, built around Arrrive Phu Quoc. It is run by Rec, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.

The price covers 2 nights in carefully selected countryside accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners featuring fresh, Daily breakfast, Private transportation throughout the journey and Dedicated English-speaking Mekong Realism host. It does not cover Travel insurance and personal expenses, Drinks or meals not mentioned in the itinerary, Personal purchases and souvenirs and Optional experiences or services requested outside the, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.

Rec sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Rec before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Day One — Arrive Slowly Into the Small Canals & Villages

Leave Ho Chi Minh City behind and let the Mekong set the pace. After a relaxed journey south, settle into a tranquil countryside retreat surrounded by gardens and canals. In the afternoon, drift by sampan through quiet waterways, wander village paths and encounter everyday Delta life. As golden light falls across the countryside, return for a relaxed Southern Vietnamese dinner and your first peaceful night in the Mekong

Day Two — From the Floating Market to Wild Wetlands

Rise early for Cái Răng Floating Market, where breakfast, Vietnamese coffee and local life unfold on the river. Discover handmade rice noodles and family-grown cacao before travelling deeper into the peaceful wetlands of Mùa Xuân. Climb the observation tower for sweeping countryside views, then return to your retreat for a leisurely afternoon by the pool or garden. End the day with a relaxed Southern Vietnamese dinner

Day Three — From the Mekong to Phú Quốc

Enjoy a slow final morning in the countryside before travelling west through rice fields and waterways towards Rạch Giá. As the landscape shifts from river to coast, the Mekong gradually gives way to the open sea. With your ferry tickets arranged and check-in assistance provided, board for Phú Quốc and watch the mainland fade behind you. Your Mekong story ends at sea, leaving the island as your next chapter.

Arrrive Phu Quoc

Arrrive Phu Quoc On yesterday

Detailed Itinerary

Day One — Arrive Slowly Into the Small Canals & Villages

Day Two — From the Floating Market to Wild Wetlands

Day Three — From the Mekong to Phú Quốc

Arrrive Phu Quoc: Arrrive Phu Quoc On yesterday

Includes

  • 2 nights in carefully selected countryside accommodation
  • 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners featuring fresh, local Mekong flavours
  • Daily breakfast, seasonal tropical fruits & refreshments
  • Private transportation throughout the journey
  • Dedicated English-speaking Mekong Realism host
  • Traditional sampan & intimate Mekong waterways experiences
  • Cái Răng Floating Market, with breakfast & Vietnamese coffee
  • Family-run rice-noodle & cacao experiences
  • Mùa Xuân Wetland Reserve, including the observation tower
  • Countryside village walks & genuine local encounters
  • All entrance fees for featured experiences
  • High-speed ferry ticket from Rạch Giá to Phú Quốc

Excludes

  • Travel insurance and personal expenses
  • Drinks or meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal purchases and souvenirs
  • Optional experiences or services requested outside the curated journey

Important information

Meeting point

Rec sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Duration 3 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Free cancellation
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Frequently Asked Questions

Rec sends the meeting point and time by email as soon as the booking is confirmed.
The price does not cover travel insurance and personal expenses, drinks or meals not mentioned in the itinerary, personal purchases and souvenirs and optional experiences or services requested outside the curated journey. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Only on tours that overnight in Can Tho or leave Ho Chi Minh City before 4:00: Cai Rang works from 5:00 to 8:00 and is four hours from the city. Standard day tours to My Tho and Ben Tre show the river, the coconut creeks by sampan, the orchards and the workshops, but not a working floating market, and the listing says which it is.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
2 nights in carefully selected countryside accommodation, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches & 2 dinners featuring fresh, local Mekong flavours, Daily breakfast, seasonal tropical fruits & refreshments, Private transportation throughout the journey, Dedicated English-speaking Mekong Realism host, Traditional sampan & intimate Mekong waterways experiences, Cái Răng Floating Market, with breakfast & Vietnamese coffee, Family-run rice-noodle & cacao experiences, Mùa Xuân Wetland Reserve, including the observation tower, Countryside village walks & genuine local encounters, All entrance fees for featured experiences, High-speed ferry ticket from Rạch Giá to Phú Quốc
The duration of the From Ho Chi Minh to Phú Quốc the 3 Day Hidden Mekong Journey (Ho Chi Minh City) is typically 3 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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