Mekong Coconut Candy Workshop
Traditional Ben Tre specialty
Learn how to make the tastiest, softest, and highest-quality coconut candy in the Ben Tre at our unique and authentic coconut candy workshop! Our candy is made with healthy, 100% organic, local ingredients, including palmyra blossom nectar instead of white sugar. This gives our candy a delicious, caramelized flavor that is both healthier and more sustainable.
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What's includedPick-up and Drop-off: Comfortable transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre, Mekong Delta and back. Experienced Local Guide: English-speaking guide for an informative and fun experience. Scooter/Tuktuk Ride: Safe and scenic ride with local drivers. Village Visits and exploring: Zigzag through green villages, taste fresh coconut candy, and enjoy local refreshments like sugar cane juice and coconut water, visit a coconut factory. Authentic Mekong Lunch: A flavorful local meal with 4-5 dishes, followed by a restful nap on a hammock. Sailboat Cruise: Enjoy a peaceful boat ride, relax on beanbags through the lush canals of the Mekong Delta
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PriceJOIN SMALL GROUP: $89 / Adult. $66.75/ Kids 5 -11 year olds Free: Kids under 5 PRIVATE TOUR: $109 / Adult $81.75/ Kids 5 -11 year olds Free: Kids under 5
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DurationDuration: 11 hours Time frame: 6:00 - 17:00
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Tour styleJoin in small group (max 8 pax) Private tour with $10/each surcharge.
Detailed Itinerary
Join a candy-making workshop and learn the secrets of making traditional Vietnamese/ Mekong coconut candies!
You'll start by meeting the candy maker and learning about the origins of the ingredients. Then, you'll get hands-on experience preparing the ingredients and mixing them together. Once the candy is ready, you'll get to cut it into shapes and wrap it up. By the end of the workshop, you'll have made your own delicious batch of coconut candy that you can take home and share with your friends and family.
This is a great opportunity to learn about Vietnamese & Mekong culture and cuisine while having some fun. It's also a great way to get creative and express your own personal style.