Experience the vibrant life of the Mekong Delta with a visit to Can Tho City. Enjoy a boat ride on the lower Mekong River and explore the famous Cai Rang floating market, where countless boats trade daily. After having breakfast with "Bun" on a local boat, bike through the picturesque countryside of Ba Lang, stopping at a farmer's house for fruit tasting and tea. Finally, savor a specially selected Mekong set menu for lunch at a local restaurant.
Cantho, Mekong Delta
10 hours, from US$ 285pp
Private Trip
JOURNEYOverview
Overview
Embark on an extraordinary journey designed for those who appreciate private experiences and are eager to immerse themselves in the vibrant daily lives of the Mekong Delta’s residents. Your adventure begins with a scenic three-hour drive from Saigon to Can Tho. Once you arrive, step aboard a charming wooden boat to glide along the stunning Mekong River. Prepare to be captivated by the bustling Cai Rang floating market, where a colorful array of boats comes alive in the early morning, filled with trade and energy. Following this, enjoy a leisurely bicycle ride that allows you to explore and learn more about life in remote villages. Join us for an unforgettable, immersive experience!
JOURNEYHighlights
- Escape the city and explore the fertile Mekong Delta by boat.
- Discover traditional rice paper-making techniques at a floating house.
- Experience the unique Cai Rang floating market, which can only be accessed by boat.
- Enjoy a traditional breakfast on one of the breakfast boats at the market.
- Visit the renowned Cai Rang floating market.
- Bicycle through lush greenery and visit a local family to sample fresh fruits and snacks.
- Savor lunch at a charming local restaurant featuring special Mekong dishes
Highlights
- Escape the city and explore the fertile Mekong Delta by boat.
- Discover traditional rice paper-making techniques at a floating house.
- Experience the unique Cai Rang floating market, which can only be accessed by boat.
- Enjoy a traditional breakfast on one of the breakfast boats at the market.
- Visit the renowned Cai Rang floating market.
- Bicycle through lush greenery and visit a local family to sample fresh fruits and snacks.
- Savor lunch at a charming local restaurant featuring special Mekong dishes
JOURNEYItinerary
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the lush landscapes and vibrant culture of the Mekong Delta with a captivating visit to Can Tho, beautifully complemented by a serene boat ride along the legendary Mekong River. Your adventure begins with a picturesque 2.5-hour drive from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho. As you travel, you’ll be surrounded by sprawling rice fields that stretch towards the horizon, charming villages where time seems to stand still, and lively highways bustling with bicycles and ox carts transporting goods to market. This scenic route is a feast for the eyes, filled with the sights of diligent farmers threshing rice, colorful vegetables drying under the golden sun, and playful children caring for their endearing water buffaloes. Along the way, you’ll traverse two iconic bridges— the My Thuan Bridge and the Japanese-designed Can Tho Bridge—each offering stunning views of the river and surrounding countryside.
Upon reaching Can Tho, the heartbeat of the Mekong Delta, you will step aboard a charming private wooden boat, where the gentle sound of the water and the soft sway of the vessel set the stage for an enchanting experience. As you glide along the river’s winding waterways, prepare to be mesmerized by the century-old floating market. Here, local vendors deftly trade goods from their boats, showcasing fresh produce and handmade items on long bamboo poles that reach out over the water, creating a vibrant tapestry of commerce and community life. Your journey will also lead you past a quaint French-built church, a striking architectural gem that provides fantastic opportunities for stunning photographs.
After the boat ride, transition to exploring this rich environment on two wheels, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the daily rhythms of the friendly locals living along the Mekong River. Your biking guide will lead you through a captivating maze of canals, where you’ll encounter countless boats, each with its own story, as you navigate toward one of the many picturesque islands dotting the Delta. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to step into the traditional homes of local fruit farmers and fishermen, gaining insights into their lives and time-honored practices.
Stroll leisurely through a fragrant mandarin orchard, where the sweet scent of ripe fruit fills the air, and discover an ancient teakwood house nestled within the orchard’s embrace. The warm-hearted locals will invite you in for a taste of hospitality, offering fragrant tea and fresh, juicy garden fruits that burst with flavor. Depending on the day’s happenings and the whims of the weather, you might also witness the fascinating process of coconut candy and rice paper production, a delightful glimpse into local craftsmanship.
After cycling an enjoyable distance of approximately 7 km or 12 km, you’ll return to town via a private transfer. Indulge in a delicious, locally-inspired lunch that offers a taste of the region’s culinary delights before rejoining your air-conditioned vehicle for a relaxing 2.5-hour drive back to your hotel, carrying with you treasured memories of a day spent in the enchanting Mekong Delta.
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Itinerary
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the lush landscapes and vibrant culture of the Mekong Delta with a captivating visit to Can Tho, beautifully complemented by a serene boat ride along the legendary Mekong River. Your adventure begins with a picturesque 2.5-hour drive from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho. As you travel, you’ll be surrounded by sprawling rice fields that stretch towards the horizon, charming villages where time seems to stand still, and lively highways bustling with bicycles and ox carts transporting goods to market. This scenic route is a feast for the eyes, filled with the sights of diligent farmers threshing rice, colorful vegetables drying under the golden sun, and playful children caring for their endearing water buffaloes. Along the way, you’ll traverse two iconic bridges— the My Thuan Bridge and the Japanese-designed Can Tho Bridge—each offering stunning views of the river and surrounding countryside.
Upon reaching Can Tho, the heartbeat of the Mekong Delta, you will step aboard a charming private wooden boat, where the gentle sound of the water and the soft sway of the vessel set the stage for an enchanting experience. As you glide along the river’s winding waterways, prepare to be mesmerized by the century-old floating market. Here, local vendors deftly trade goods from their boats, showcasing fresh produce and handmade items on long bamboo poles that reach out over the water, creating a vibrant tapestry of commerce and community life. Your journey will also lead you past a quaint French-built church, a striking architectural gem that provides fantastic opportunities for stunning photographs.
After the boat ride, transition to exploring this rich environment on two wheels, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the daily rhythms of the friendly locals living along the Mekong River. Your biking guide will lead you through a captivating maze of canals, where you’ll encounter countless boats, each with its own story, as you navigate toward one of the many picturesque islands dotting the Delta. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to step into the traditional homes of local fruit farmers and fishermen, gaining insights into their lives and time-honored practices.
Stroll leisurely through a fragrant mandarin orchard, where the sweet scent of ripe fruit fills the air, and discover an ancient teakwood house nestled within the orchard’s embrace. The warm-hearted locals will invite you in for a taste of hospitality, offering fragrant tea and fresh, juicy garden fruits that burst with flavor. Depending on the day’s happenings and the whims of the weather, you might also witness the fascinating process of coconut candy and rice paper production, a delightful glimpse into local craftsmanship.
After cycling an enjoyable distance of approximately 7 km or 12 km, you’ll return to town via a private transfer. Indulge in a delicious, locally-inspired lunch that offers a taste of the region’s culinary delights before rejoining your air-conditioned vehicle for a relaxing 2.5-hour drive back to your hotel, carrying with you treasured memories of a day spent in the enchanting Mekong Delta.
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JOURNEYDates & Prices
**INCLUSIONS**
– Round-trip transfers in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, including cold mineral bottled water
– An experienced English-speaking tour guide accompanying you throughout the tour
– A private charter boat for the Mekong River cruise, including a visit to the famous floating market
– Breakfast on the boat featuring either “Bun” or “Hu tieu,” along with drinks
– Seasonal fruits and snacks during a biking trip of either 7 km, 12 km or 25km
– A Vietnamese set lunch at a local restaurant, including one drink (choice of local beer, soft drink, or mineral water)
**EXCLUSIONS**
– Personal shopping and other expenses for items such as liquor, cigarettes, food, or drinks not mentioned in the inclusions
– Gratuities for your driver and tour guide
Dates & Prices
**INCLUSIONS**
– Round-trip transfers in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle, including cold mineral bottled water
– An experienced English-speaking tour guide accompanying you throughout the tour
– A private charter boat for the Mekong River cruise, including a visit to the famous floating market
– Breakfast on the boat featuring either “Bun” or “Hu tieu,” along with drinks
– Seasonal fruits and snacks during a biking trip of either 7 km, 12 km or 25km
– A Vietnamese set lunch at a local restaurant, including one drink (choice of local beer, soft drink, or mineral water)
**EXCLUSIONS**
– Personal shopping and other expenses for items such as liquor, cigarettes, food, or drinks not mentioned in the inclusions
– Gratuities for your driver and tour guide
