Tour Ben Tre for 1 day - The beauty of poetic coconut land

When it comes to Ben Tre, not only domestic tourists but also foreign tourists want to set foot here. It is well-known for its year-round shady coconut palms and fruit gardens. Tour Ben Tre for 1 day may not be enough for you to discover all the beauty of the region, but it will definitely leave deep, unforgettable memories for first time visitors.

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Ben Tre from a geographical perspective

Originally belonging to the complex of 7 provinces in the Mekong Delta, the borders of Ben Tre neighboring Tien Giang and the East Sea. About 85km west of Ho Chi Minh City. It will only take you about 1.5 to 2 hours to travel from the centrally located hotels of District 1 so it is easy to join a 1 day trip to explore the region.

The best time of year to travel to Ben Tre for 1 day

With a tropical climate all year round, the temperature here always fluctuates at 32 degrees, you can enjoy the trip in any season of the year. But according to Vietnamadventuretour, the most ideal time is usually in June, July and August.

This is when the fruit orchards are in the ripe season, allowing you to enjoy and experience activities like picking fruit in the garden. In addition to the famous coconut variety, there are also durian, mangosteen, rambutan…

Cheap 1-day Ben Tre Tour - Discover the Land of Coconuts — Cheap 1-day Ben Tre Tour – Discover the Land of Coconuts

The highlight of the tour Ben Tre for 1 day

When choosing tour Ben Tre for 1 day, you will be immersed in the charming river scenery. The trip will make you temporarily forget the pressures, fatigue and hustle and bustle of life in the splendid city.

The people of Ben Tre are simple, rustic, they have some delicious dishes and they love welcoming visitors from near and far. Their livelihood is heavily dependent on tourist activities, so coming here and spending your money will help and support their life.

Beside that, you will have the opportunity to participate in interesting experiences such as:

Sit on a cruising boat to admire the endless coconut gardens, weave into small canals by sampan.
Be “transformed” into a genuine local farmer, personally harvest ripe fruits along the river banks. The highlight of the trip we think, padding on a sampan exploring the small canals with coconut palms lining both sides. Stop at a small island in the river to visit a family home, listen to traditional Vietnamese music, and taste fresh fruits, honey tea, and honey wine. This up-close experience allows you to appreciate the unique ecosystem and local way of life.
Visit ancient pagodas and long-standing cultural relics.
Enjoy rich local specialties, participate in traditional craft village activities.

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Interesting destinations when choosing tour Ben Tre for 1 day

Why is the coconut land always at the top of the budget list of tourists when visiting the Mekong Delta? Let’s explore the following popular places with us:

Van Phuoc Pagoda: The pagoda is located in Binh Dai town with an 8-hectare area, surrounded by mangrove forests. It is home to many monks, nuns, and Buddhists with disabilities. A humane, community-oriented destination that you should not miss.
Roman Church: This is where mysterious stories about the birth of the Virgin Mary are passed down, the church has a modern Western architecture mixed with traditional Asian architecture.
Dong Khoi Guerrilla Village: For tourists who love to learn about the history of the country, this is the place that preserves evidence of the heroic and tragic years of our nation’s struggle against the American soldiers.
Visit Lach Market: If you choose a garden tour, you definitely cannot miss Cai Mon fruit market in the region. The feeling of enjoying the fruits picking from the branches will be unforgettable.
Visit Con Phung: Known as the most famous tourist destination in Ben Tre province, with a natural ecosystem. Coming here, you will be able to take a boat through the cool green coconut palms, and drink sweet coconut water. Moreover, you can also sit in a horse-drawn carriage to explore the idyllic countryside scenery, the most special thing is probably the experience of fishing for crocodiles, feeding carp with a bottle.

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Delicious, irresistible specialties in Ben Tre that you don’t know yet

Traveling is not only to broaden your knowledge of the landscapes across the country but also an opportunity for you to enjoy local dishes. Ben Tre’s cuisine is as diverse and colorful as anywhere else.

Representative dishes in the land of coconut, typically:

Coconut rice
Coconut worms
Banana cake
Ben Tre coconut candy
My Long rice paper
Coconut root salad with shrimp and meat

There are also many eye-catching dishes and dried foods made from coconut that you can easily choose to bring back as gifts for family and friends.

Cultural features preserved through traditional craft villages

With a 1-day Ben Tre tour, you will be able to directly participate in unique cultural activities in the locality. Many craft villages still retain their inherent identity that has not faded over time such as:

Phu Le craft village
My Long rice paper craft village
Son Doc rice paper craft village
Phuoc Tuy weaving craft village

Program for tour Ben Tre for 1 day: group of 15 pax

Currently, there are many units and travel companies providing Tour services to Ben Tre every day, Vietnam Adventure is one of them. We are confident that we will bring you wonderful experiences beyond your expectations.

The 1-day Ben Tre tour schedule is as follows:

Departing from Ho Chi Minh City: Morning 7.30 am – 5.00 pm

Adult ticket price: $20

Children’s ticket price: Free for children under 4 years old. Children from 4 to 12 years old are 75% of the adult ticket price.

Tour includes: