Tour snapshot
Tour code:
GT -MK2
GT -MK2
Length:
2 days / 1 night
2 days / 1 night
Start From
Ho Chi Minh city
Ho Chi Minh city
Tour type
Mekong Delta Tours
Mekong Delta Tours
Overview
Immerse yourself in a journey through the heart of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta with our unique tour. Here’s what awaits you:
- Tasting Fresh Fruits with Vietnamese Folk Music: Delight in the flavors of fresh tropical fruits while being serenaded by the enchanting sounds of traditional Vietnamese folk music.
- Visit Unique Local Family Businesses: Explore the distinctive family-run enterprises where locals craft coconut candy and operate crispy rice popcorn mills. Experience the rich heritage and skills passed down through generations.
- Boat Ride to Cai Rang Floating Market: Take a scenic boat ride along the Tien River to the famous Cai Rang floating market. Witness the bustling trade and vibrant atmosphere that define this iconic marketplace.
- Explore Local Villages: Dive deep into the local culture by walking through quaint villages and exploring them by bicycle. Discover the everyday life of the villagers and their charming surroundings.
- Traditional Vietnamese Architecture: Admire the unique architectural styles of Vietnam as you visit an ancient house and a traditional Khmer temple. Appreciate the intricate designs and historical significance of these beautiful structures.
Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Can Tho
07:30 Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to Cai Be. Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River. This site allows you to learn about the local trading habits that have evolved with modern society, where terrestrial transportation and advanced agricultural techniques have become prevalent. Here, you can witness the diversity of the area and the richness of orchard gardens, making it the "fruit basket" of the lower Mekong River.
Ramble through small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and enjoy the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a type of music deeply entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals for an exciting experience that allows you to look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, upon arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
At lunchtime, not only do you enjoy luscious food, but you also get closer to the locals as it is an opportunity to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked and served in the heart of the local garden, providing an authentic Mekong Delta experience.
Cycle along village paths through orchards. Meet local islanders to learn more about daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house to appreciate traditional Vietnamese architecture.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho, concluding the day's adventures on your Mekong Delta tour.
Ramble through small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and enjoy the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a type of music deeply entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people. Paddle through small canals for an exciting experience that allows you to look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, upon arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
At lunchtime, not only do you enjoy luscious food, but you also get closer to the locals as it is an opportunity to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked and served in the heart of the local garden, providing an authentic Mekong Delta experience.
Cycle along village paths through orchards. Meet local islanders to learn more about daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house to appreciate traditional Vietnamese architecture.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip to Can Tho City. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho, concluding the day's adventures on your Mekong Delta tour.
Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh City
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Embark on a leisurely boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River). Your journey continues with a visit to the Cai Rang Floating Market, the most vibrant floating market in the region, offering a glimpse into the bustling trade of the Mekong Delta.
Next, enjoy a walking tour of a local noodle factory to see firsthand how traditional Vietnamese noodles are made. Visit the Munir Ansay Pagoda, a renowned Khmer temple celebrated for its unique architectural style.
Afterwards, take a boat to the Con Son tourist area, where you can explore a fruit plantation and savor seasonal fruits fresh from the orchard.
Enjoy a delightful lunch before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Next, enjoy a walking tour of a local noodle factory to see firsthand how traditional Vietnamese noodles are made. Visit the Munir Ansay Pagoda, a renowned Khmer temple celebrated for its unique architectural style.
Afterwards, take a boat to the Con Son tourist area, where you can explore a fruit plantation and savor seasonal fruits fresh from the orchard.
Enjoy a delightful lunch before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Price & Bookings
Grade tour
| Grade tour | Price per person in US$ | Single supplement |
|---|---|
| Option 4 stars hotel | $115 |
| Option 3 stars hotel | $95 |
(Seasonal prices apply and will be confirmed when booking! All rates are quoted in US$)
***Please note: Drop-off time is subject to traffic, weather, and other conditions, so the actual return time may be later than expected.
Inclusions:
- A/c van/bus pick up (centrally located hotel), transfer & sightseeing as per program.
- Boat trip in the Mekong Delta.
- English-speaking guide.
- All entrance fees.
- Meals as indicated in the program (B = breakfast, L = lunch: 1 breakfast at the hotel and 2 lunch with a set menu and Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant.
- Accommodation is based on twin or double share basic with 3-star or 4-star standard hotel.
Exclusions:
- Other meals are not mentioned in the program.
- Personal expenses.
- Travel Insurance.
NOTE:
- Pick up and transfer to the centrally located hotel/accommodation in District 1 (expect Đa Kao Ward, Tan Dinh Ward), Ho Chi Minh City:
+ Time pick up is 7:00 – 7:15 AM; the customer must be present at the lobby on that time (the time of pick up depends on your accommodation’s exact position).
+ TNK Travel just offers pickup service to customers at the hotels located in the center of District 1, in more detail consisting of streets: Lý Tự Trọng, Lê Thánh Tôn, Trương Định, Nguyễn An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Lưu Văn Lang, Lê Anh Xuân, Đồng Khởi, Nguyễn Huệ, Thi Sách, Thủ Khoa Huân, Thái Văn Lung, Mạc Thị Bưởi, Hồ Huấn Nghiệp, Nguyễn Thái Bình, Lê Thị Hồng Gấm, Bùi Thị Xuân, Sương Nguyệt Anh and Ký Con.
- The exact pickup time in the above-prescribed ranges varies according to the position of the customers’ hotels or the pickup points required. Because of the traffic rule, the hotels/accommodations located in the alley will not be served the pickup service. We are not responsible for your lateness.
- If you are not staying outside central District 1, please make your own way to the meeting point.
- Pick up at the meeting point (TNK Travel office: 112 Tran Hung Dao Street, Ward Pham Ngu Lao, District 1) at 07:30 AM.
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have 1 infant at the time of booking.
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