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Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour: Mekong Delta Villages (5 Hours)
USD
$77
/pax
Why you’ll love this trip?
- Swap Saigon traffic for green rice paddies and village trails in half a day.
- Cross the river on a local ferry, Vespas and all.
- A village market and a family who make rice wine and rice cakes.
- A colourful village Cao Dai temple.
- Lunch of southern food at a local restaurant.
- Small group US$77 or private US$93, morning or afternoon, with hotel pick-up.
Tour Information & Itinerary
The Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour is a 5-hour ride from Ho Chi Minh City into the rural villages on the edge of the Mekong Delta, on the back of a vintage Vespa. With an English-speaking guide you follow red dirt trails, cross river channels by bridge and ferry, visit a local market and rice paddies, meet a family who make rice wine and rice cakes, see a Cao Dai temple and finish with lunch. US$77 per person in a small group, or US$93 per person private, morning or afternoon.
Good to know (October 2026): this is a half-day countryside ride, not a boat tour of the floating markets. For river boats, islands and orchards, choose the Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day. Villages and stops can change with the season and the river.
Tour at a Glance
| Tour code | VTE-SG1234 |
|---|---|
| Duration | 5 hours – morning 8:00–13:00 or afternoon 12:30–17:30 |
| Route | Your hotel – out of the city on back roads – red dirt village trails and bridges over river channels – river ferry – local market – rice paddies – family making rice wine and rice cakes – Cao Dai temple – lunch at a local restaurant – your hotel |
| Tour style | Countryside ride as a passenger on a vintage Vespa with a professional driver and an English-speaking guide |
| Departure | Daily – morning or afternoon |
| Pick-up / drop-off | Hotels in central Ho Chi Minh City |
| Meals | Lunch at a local restaurant, plus tastings of local food and drink at the family workshop |
| Activity level | Easy – some unpaved roads and short walks |
| Best for | Travellers who want green countryside and village life near Saigon without a long day trip |
| Guide language | English (other languages on request) |
| Price | US$77 per person (small group) · US$93 per person (private) |
Tour Highlights
1. Red Dirt Trails and River Bridges
Leave the traffic of Saigon behind and ride the back roads and red dirt trails of the countryside, crossing small bridges over the river channels that feed the Mekong Delta.
2. A River Ferry Crossing
Roll your Vespas onto a small local ferry and cross the river with villagers, motorbikes and market goods – a slice of daily life in the delta.
3. Local Market and Rice Paddies
Walk through a village market selling fish and local produce, then ride between green rice paddies and stop for photos while your guide explains how Mekong farmers work the land.
4. Rice Wine and Rice Cakes with a Local Family
Visit a family workshop that still makes traditional products such as rice wine and rice cakes, and taste what they make. Learn more in our Mekong Delta food guide.
5. A Village Cao Dai Temple
Caodaism is a Vietnamese religion founded in 1926 in the south. Its colourful temples, with the Divine Eye above the altar, mix Buddhist, Taoist, Confucian and Christian ideas; your guide explains what you see.
6. Lunch of Southern Food
End at a local restaurant for a lunch of southern dishes before riding back to your hotel.
Who This Tour Is For – and Who Should Choose Another
Ideal for: travellers who have seen the city and want fresh air, green fields and village life, families and photographers – all in half a day.
Consider another option if:
- You want floating markets, boat rides and island orchards – choose the Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day or read our Mekong Delta day trip guide.
- You prefer city sights – choose The Insider’s Saigon Tour by Vintage Vespa.
- You are pregnant or have back or neck problems – unpaved roads are bumpy, so a scooter ride is not recommended.
Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour Price
Prices are per person in US dollars, including the Vespa, driver, guide, lunch and entrance fees.
| Option | Price per person | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| Small group tour | US$77 | Join other travellers; one driver per guest; shared English-speaking guide |
| Private tour | US$93 | Your party only, with your own guide; route and timing adjusted to you |
- Prices are per person in US dollars (USD) for the 2026–2027 season.
- Included: hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Ho Chi Minh City, vintage Vespa with petrol and professional driver, full-face helmet, English-speaking guide, lunch, the ferry and all entrance fees.
- Travelling with children? Ask us about child prices and minimum age when you enquire.
Send us your date, morning or afternoon, and number of travellers to check availability and book.
Why Book Direct with Vietnam Tour Expert
- Local team: we confirm your date, pick-up time and any dietary needs with the Vespa team in Ho Chi Minh City before the day.
- Local price, best price guarantee: no online-agency commission. If you find the same tour with the same services for less, send us the quote and we will review it and match the price.
- One trip, one contact: we can add hotels, transfers, the Mekong Delta, Cu Chi Tunnels and the rest of Vietnam to the same plan.
- Fast replies: we usually answer within 24 hours, and you can reach us on WhatsApp on +84 88 626 1368.
Customise This Tour
- Make it longer: add a sampan ride through the canals or more time with the family.
- Vegetarian lunch: arranged on request.
- Go further: stay overnight in the delta on a 2-day trip – ask us.
- Combine: join the Saigon After Dark Street Food Tour by Vintage Vespa in the evening.
Tell us what you would like to change and we will send a tailored plan.
Compare Similar Tours
| Tour | Duration | Main places | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour: Mekong Delta Villages (this tour) | 5 hours (morning or afternoon) | Red dirt back roads, river ferry, local market, rice fields, rice wine family, Cao Dai temple, lunch | US$77 |
| Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day | Full day | Mekong river boat trip, islands, orchards and canals | US$37 |
| The Insider’s Saigon Tour by Vintage Vespa | 4.5 hours (morning or afternoon) | Post Office, Notre Dame, Independence Palace, flower market, Cholon, Thien Hau Temple, Thu Thiem skyline view, lunch | US$73 |
| Saigon Vintage Vespa Foodie Tour | About 3.5–4 hours (lunch or dinner) | Bánh xèo and spring rolls, grilled banana sticky rice, seafood, Nhieu Loc canal walk, avocado ice cream | US$83 |
| Saigon After Dark Street Food Tour by Vintage Vespa | About 4 hours (18:00–22:00) | Rooftop sunset drink, seafood street, bánh xèo and nem lụi, dessert, live music café | US$93 |
Local Expert Notes by Jimmy
- Morning is best: cooler air and softer light over the rice fields; afternoon showers are common from May to November.
- Dry season (December–April): dusty red roads – sunglasses and a buff or scarf help.
- Rice seasons: fields are greenest a few weeks after planting and golden just before harvest; your guide can tell you what you will see.
- Dress: closed shoes, and shoulders and knees covered for the Cao Dai temple.
- Rice wine: it is strong – a small taste is plenty.
More planning help: Mekong Delta travel guide, Mekong Delta travel tips, Saigon travel guide and Saigon travel tips.
Ready for the countryside? Send us an inquiry with your date and number of travellers – we usually reply within 24 hours.
Updated 24 October 2026 · By Jimmy, Vietnam Tour Expert
Day by day itinerary
About the Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour
This 5-hour tour takes you out of Ho Chi Minh City on the back of a vintage Vespa to the rural villages on the edge of the Mekong Delta. A professional driver takes each guest and an English-speaking guide explains village life, farming and local religion along the way.
Brief itinerary
- Pick-up – back roads and red dirt trails – river bridges and ferry
- Local market – rice paddies – rice wine and rice cake family
- Cao Dai temple – lunch – back to your hotel
Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour: Villages, Rice Fields and a River Ferry on the Edge of the Mekong Delta (5 Hours)
Meals: lunch · Overnight: No overnight
Times: morning 8:00–13:00 or afternoon 12:30–17:30.
Pick-up: your Vespa driver collects you at your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City.
Out of the city: leave busy Saigon on back roads and ride red dirt trails into the countryside, crossing bridges over several river channels.
River ferry: cross the river on a small local ferry.
Market and rice fields: visit a local market selling fish and produce, then ride through green rice paddies with stops for photos and stories about Mekong farmers.
Family workshop: meet a family that makes rice wine and rice cakes, and taste local food and drink.
Cao Dai temple: visit a village Cao Dai temple.
Lunch: southern food at a local restaurant, then ride back to your hotel.
Inclusions
Meals
Lunch at a local restaurant + tastings
Transport
Vintage Vespa with driver, river ferry
Accommodation
No overnight
Tour Inclusions
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in central Ho Chi Minh City
- Vintage Vespa with petrol and a professional driver (one guest per scooter)
- Full-face helmet, and rain poncho if needed
- English-speaking guide for 5 hours
- Lunch at a local restaurant and tastings at the family workshop
- River ferry and all entrance fees
Tour Exclusions
- Drinks beyond those included
- Pick-up outside central Ho Chi Minh City (ask us)
- Tips for drivers and guide (appreciated)
- Personal expenses
Tour Price
Tour code: VTE-SG1234
| Option | Price per person |
|---|---|
| Small group tour | US$77 |
| Private tour | US$93 |
- Prices are per person in US dollars (USD) for the 2026–2027 season.
- Included: hotel pick-up and drop-off, vintage Vespa with petrol and driver, full-face helmet, English-speaking guide, lunch, the ferry and entrance fees.
- Travelling with children? Ask us about child prices when you enquire.
Ready to book? Send us your date and number of travellers to confirm availability.
Tour Inquiry
FAQs about the Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour
1. How long is the Saigon Vespa Countryside Tour?
5 hours: the morning tour runs from 8:00 to 13:00 and the afternoon tour from 12:30 to 17:30, including hotel pick-up and drop-off.
2. How much does the tour cost?
US$77 per person in a small group or US$93 per person for a private tour, including the Vespa, driver, guide, lunch, the ferry and entrance fees.
3. Is this a floating market tour?
No. This is a countryside ride through villages on the edge of the Mekong Delta. For boats and floating markets, see the Ho Chi Minh – Mekong Delta Tour 1 Day.
4. What will I see?
Red dirt village trails, bridges over river channels, a river ferry, a local market, rice paddies, a family making rice wine and rice cakes, and a village Cao Dai temple.
5. Is lunch included?
Yes – lunch of southern food at a local restaurant, plus tastings at the family workshop. Tell us about vegetarian or allergy needs when you book.
6. Do I drive the Vespa myself?
No. You ride as a passenger behind a professional driver, one guest per scooter.
7. Are the roads rough?
Some village trails are unpaved and bumpy in places. The drivers go slowly there; tell your guide if you would like to slow down further.
8. Morning or afternoon – which is better?
Mornings are cooler with softer light; in the rainy season (May–November) afternoon showers are common, so the morning tour is usually drier.
9. What is a Cao Dai temple?
Caodaism is a Vietnamese religion founded in 1926. Its temples combine ideas from Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism and Christianity, with the Divine Eye as its symbol.
10. Where does the tour start?
At your hotel in central Ho Chi Minh City.
11. Can children join?
Usually yes, if they can sit safely behind a driver and wear a helmet. Ask us about the minimum age and child prices.
12. What should I wear?
Closed shoes, light clothes covering shoulders and knees for the temple, sunscreen and sunglasses. Ponchos are provided if it rains.
13. Can I combine it with the Cu Chi Tunnels?
Not on the same half day, but you can see the Cu Chi Tunnels on another day, or ask us for a tailored private plan.
14. How do I book the countryside tour?
Send your date, morning or afternoon, number of travellers and hotel through the Tour Inquiry form or WhatsApp on +84 88 626 1368. We usually reply within 24 hours.
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