Depart
early in the morning. Upon arrival at My Tho, take a boat to Con Phung
(Phoenix Island) at a Mekong River estuary. Stop at a garden restaurant for
lunch. Then cruise along natural creeks and quiet villages in Ben Tre
Province. Visit orchards, bee farms, taste natural honey, honey wine and
tropical fruits, listen to local music, visit a distillery and a local
coconut candy maker. On the way back to Ho Chi Minh have a stop at Cao Dai
temple in Ben Luc town. Arrive at your hotel late in the evening. Tour ends.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easily style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule:
Pick up at 8:00am, finish at around 16:30 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike
Cai Be
Floating Market is a famous place in Mekong Delta. Here the Tien River forms
the border between Tien Giang, Vinh Long and Ben Tre Provinces. Every day,
hundreds of boats filled with fruits, vegetables and other products anchor
along the banks of the river, waiting for traders and customers. The place
is picturesque, and the trade is hot and fun.
Depart early in the morning. Upon arrival at Cai Be, take a
boat to cruise around Cai Be Floating Market. Visit local gardens and houses to
see orchard and local trade, etc. After lunch at an Ancient garden house, we
proceed to Vinh Long, passing a small and beautiful canal with peaceful
villages, the unique natural setting of Mekong Delta region. Stop at An Binh
islet to visit some of the famous fruit orchards. After crossing the Co Chien
river, the excursion ends at Vinh Long pier where our driver is waiting to take
you back to Saigon - end of tour.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easily style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule:
Pick up at 7:30am, finish at around 17:30 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Can Tho (L) Our
guide and car will lead you to Mekong region. After
arrival in Cai Be, take a boat to the floating market. Have lunch at an Ancient
garden house, then proceed to Vinh Long, passing a small and beautiful canal
with peaceful tranquil villages, the unique natural setting of Mekong Delta
region. Stop at An Binh islet to visit some of the famous fruit orchards. See
how local people make ceramics, popcorn and rice paper... A nice chance for
bicycle riding through the village and its handicraft shops. Another stop at Vinh Long market before arriving to Can Tho. Over night in Can Tho.
Day 2: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)
Cruising along the small and picturesque tributaries by a rowing boat, we
will see the Cai Rang floating market (the nicest one with heaps of rowing
boats). See the beautiful scenery and daily activities of the locals. Walk
around a village, visit a rice husking mill. Disembark at Ninh Kieu quay, visit
an ancient house (in Binh Thuy, 10 km from Cantho) and Cantho museum. Have lunch
at a local restaurant on the way back to Sai Gon via My Tho.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easy style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 7:30am, finish at around 16:00 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike/day
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Can Tho - Homestay (L/D)
Depart early in the morning. Upon arrival at My Tho, take a boat to Con Phung (Phoenix Island) at a Mekong River estuary. Stop at a garden
restaurant for lunch. Then cruise along natural creeks and quiet villages in
Ben Tre Province. Visit orchards, bee farms, taste natural honey, honey wine
and tropical fruits, listen to local music, visit a distillery and a local
coconut candy maker. Then move to Can Tho to have dinner and
cultural exchange with a local family. Dinner and Homestay.
Day 2: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)
Early wake up for optional short biking or walking around the village and
visiting fruit gardens. After breakfast, cruise along the small and
picturesque tributaries by rowing boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market
(the nicest one with heaps of rowing boats). Stop at another village to
visit a rice husking mill, and walk around the village. See the beautiful
scenery and daily activities of the locals. Disembark at Ninh Kieu quay, visit an ancient house (in Binh
Thuy, 10 km from Cantho) and Can Tho museum. Have lunch at a local restaurant
on the way back to Sai Gon via My Tho.
Type of tour: Private tour, Medium style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 8:00am, finish at around 17:00 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike/day Gallery:Click here for Homestay Gallery
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be – Sa Dec – Can Tho (L/D) Leave at 7:00am from your hotel for Cai Be town. After embarkation, cruise to
visit some some home factories where you will observe how rice paste, coconut
candies and other specialties are traditionally made. We will then proceed to
the colorful Cai Be floating market with barges full of fruits and vegetables.
Cruise by Dong Phu and An Binh islets famous for their fruit orchards. Crossing
the large Co Chien River we will pass under the spectacular My Thuan Bridge. We
will then cruise along a small beautiful canal through water jacinth
plantations… Disembark to row along a narrow canal among tiny local villages and
fruit plantations. Sa Dec town will appear like a little “Venice” with numerous narrow canals.
Visit of this charming town with narrow streets with numerous beautiful French
houses and Chinese temples dated from the last century.
Your lunch will await you at an ancient house. Before sunset, we will have our
last stop on the banks arranged at a splendid ancient house dated from the early
19th century. After a candlelight dinner, we will proceed to Can Tho. We will
moor for the night in a quiet place. Your bed will be ready for a romantic night
on the Mekong River.
Day 2: Cai Rang - Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B)
At around 06am, your sampan will slowly start cruising. Your breakfast will be
served on board at 07am while approaching Cai Rang floating market, the largest
in the whole Mekong delta. We will pass by countless sampan boats carrying sand,
rice, fruits and vegetables, fish, flowers… trading hectically on the river.
Your journey will end at around 10.am at Ninh Kieu pier after a visit to Can Tho
local market. Return to Saigon by car. Tour ends at your hotel.
Type of tour: Private tour, Medium style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 7:30am, finish at around 16:00 Note:
English speaking guide on sampan only
Day 1: Ho chiminh city – Cantho – Mang Thit (L/D) Leave your hotel directly for Cantho city. Board the Mekong Eyes at 12.30. We
will show you to your rooms and around the boat. As lunch is served, start
cruising around the Delta. Through the panoramic windows in your room, the
dining room or sitting lounge, watch the daily life of the Mekong People flowing
by. The boat heads south east to Tra On, then up north east to Cai Nhum. If you
wish we can organize a little hike to the village. The boat will anchor for the
night about 2 hours away from Cai Be. The day ends with a delicious dinner
on-board.
Day 2: Cai Rang - Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B)
At 06.30 set off for a sunrise cruise. After breakfast, have a sampan boat tour
of Cai Be floating market, one of the region's busiest market places. Talk and
bargain with the merchants. Then visit some of the local candy makers. Disembark
at around 11.00 - 11.30 our car will pick you up to return to Hochiminh city.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easy style. On Monday, Wed and
Friday, the boat cruises as the itinerary above. On Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
you will runs back way
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 7:30am, finish at around 16:00 Note:
English speaking guide on Mekong Eyes cruise only
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Vinh Long - Can Tho (L)
Depart early in the morning. Upon arrival at Cai Be, embark a private boat to
cruise around Cai Be Floating Market. Visit a local garden and house to see
orchard, rice crisp production process, .. Have lunch at an Ancient garden
house, then proceed to Vinh Long, passing small and beautiful canal with
peaceful tranquil villages, the unique natural setting of Mekong Delta region.
Stop at An Binh islet to visit some of the famous fruit orchards. See how local
people make ceramics, popcorn and rice paper... A nice chance for bicycle riding
through the village and its handicraft shops. Another stop at Vinh Long market
before driving to Can Tho for overnight stay.
Day 2: Can Tho - Thot Not - Chau Doc (B/L)
Start from Ninh Kieu boat quay, cruise along the small and picturesque
tributaries by a rowing boat, visit the Cai Rang floating market (the nicest
one with heaps of rowing boats). See the beautiful scenery and daily
activities of the locals. Walk around a village, visit a rice husking mill.
We then travel by land to Thot Not to visit Bang Lang Bird Sanctuary (Stork
Garden) or Crocodile Farm. On arrival in Chau Doc, climd the Sam Mountain to
enjoy the breath-taking view and the sunset from its top. Overnight in Chau
Doc.
Day 3: Chau Doc - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)
A boat trip to a floating fish farms is the highlight of Chau Doc, a Cham
minority village, where traditional weaving remains the major trade. The last
stop in Chau Doc is to a local Muslim Mosque. Have lunch at a local restaurant
before going back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easy style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 8:00am, finish at around 17:00 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike/day
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Can Tho (L)
Depart early in the morning. Upon arrival at My Tho, take a boat to Con Phung
(Phoenix Island) at a Mekong River estuary. Stop at a garden restaurant for
lunch. Then cruise along natural creeks and quiet villages in Ben Tre Province.
Visit orchards, bee farms, taste natural honey, honey wine and tropical fruits,
listen to local music, visit a distillery and a local coconut candy maker. Then
move to Cantho city for overnight.
Day 2: Can Tho - Cai Rang - Chau Doc (B/L)
Starts from Ninh Kieu boat quay, cruise along the small and picturesque
tributaries by a rowing boat, visit the Cai Rang floating market. See the beautiful scenery and daily activities of
the locals. Then continue to Chau Doc via Long Xuyen. Check in on arrival.
A boat trip to a floating fish farms is the highlight of Chau Doc, a Cham
minority village, where traditional weaving remains the major trade and a local Muslim Mosque. Over night in Chau Doc.
Day 3: Chau Doc - Phnom Penh (B)
Wake up early in the morning to get to Chau Doc harbor and take an express boat
to Phnom Phenh, Cambodia.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easy style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 8:00am, finish at around 9:00 of day 3 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike/day
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Can Tho (L)
Depart early in the morning. Upon arrival at My Tho, take a boat to Con Phung
(Phoenix Island) at a Mekong River estuary. Stop at a garden restaurant for
lunch. Then cruise along natural creeks and quiet villages in Ben Tre Province.
Visit orchards, bee farms, taste natural honey, honey wine and tropical fruits,
listen to local music, visit a distillery and a local coconut candy maker. Then
move to Cantho city for overnight.
Day 2: Can Tho - HOMESTAY (B/L/D)
Optional: early short biking or walking around the village and fruit gardens.
After breakfast, row along the small and picturesque tributaries to the Cai Rang
floating market (the nicest one with heaps of rowing boats). See the beautiful
scenery and daily activities of the locals. Walk around the village, visit a
rice husking mill. Disembark at Ninh Kieu quay, visit an ancient house (in Binh
Thuy, 10 km from Cantho) and Cantho museum. Have lunch at a local restaurant
then go to Phung Hiep, Can Tho city. Check in homestay in Cantho. Enjoy a
peaceful country life in Mekong Delta with many activities such as fishing,
river bathing, farming.At dinner time, you will prepare your dinner
together with a local family and have cultural exchange. Diner and Homestay.
Day 3: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)
Biking or walking around the village and fruit gardens or again joining with
farmer with real actiities. Check out homestay before noon time for a transfer
back to Ho Chi Minh City. A stop at Mekong Restop for lunch. Tour ends at your
hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Type of tour: Private tour, Easy style
Departure: Every day Packing list: Passport, insect
repellent, proper shoes Schedule: Pick
up at 8:00am, finish at around 16:00 of day 3 Note:
Optional short biking (30 – 45 mins): 2 USD/person/bike/day Gallery:Click here for Homestay Gallery
Private car/mini
van Private
boat in Vietnam, Join boat to Cambodia All entrance
fees English or
French speaking guide from Ho Chi Minh City All meals
as per program Accommodation
as program, based in twin sharing
Exclusive:
Drinks, except otherwise mentioned Insurance
Personal
expenses & Tips Cambodia
Visa for MK3-02 (pay on arrival of 20USD/person)