1 Day Mekong Delta to Cai Be from Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Overview
1-Day Mekong Delta to Cai Be from Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Spend a day exploring the incredible Mekong Delta and the floating market, with this tour that goes the extra mile. Journey through picturesque rice paddies to the Mekong Delta, and get amongst the bustling atmosphere of the unique floating market. See the network of colourful floating markets, with vendors selling local produce. Discover how coconut candy and crispy popcorn are made, and listen to traditional southern Vietnamese folk music. Make the day easy with hotel transfer in air-conditioned comfort All entrance fees and boat trips are included, so no hidden costs Family friendly tour, with discounts for children Learn more with your local, English speaking tour guide
Spend a day exploring the incredible Mekong Delta and the floating market, with this tour that goes the extra mile. Journey through picturesque rice paddies to the Mekong Delta, and get amongst the bustling atmosphere of the unique floating market. See the network of colourful floating markets, with vendors selling local produce. Discover how coconut candy and crispy popcorn are made, and listen to traditional southern Vietnamese folk music. Make the day easy with hotel transfer in air-conditioned comfort All entrance fees and boat trips are included, so no hidden costs Family friendly tour, with discounts for children Learn more with your local, English speaking tour guide
Inclusions
- A/c van for sightseeing as per program
- English speaking guide
- 1 lunch at the local restaurant with Vietnamese cuisine
- Boat trip & entrance fees in Mekong Delta
- Pick Up/Drop Off at the centrally located hotel in Dist 1 ( Ho Chi Minh City)
- Entry/Admission - Cai Be Floating Market
- Entry/Admission - Bui Vien Street
- Entry/Admission - Cai Be Floating Market
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bui Vien Street, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
07:30 AM: Pick up the guests in District # 1
(the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).
Then transfer to Cai Be Floating Marketing ( about 110 km from center of Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be )
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Cai Be Floating Market, Cai Be Vietnam
Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to know something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of the modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high-technique of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
Ramble in 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 fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta
Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
At lunchtime, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
Back to Ho Chi Minh City about 17h30 pm to 17h45 pm.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Bui Vien Street, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
07:30 AM: Pick up the guests in District # 1
(the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).
Then transfer to Cai Be Floating Marketing ( about 110 km from center of Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be )
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Stop At: Cai Be Floating Market, Cai Be Vietnam
Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to know something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of the modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high-technique of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
Ramble in 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 fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta
Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
At lunchtime, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
Back to Ho Chi Minh City about 17h30 pm to 17h45 pm.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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April 2023
Great tour to see and experience the life in the country side of Saigon. The small group of 9 makes it more enjoyable with the guides explanations and opportunities to ask more questions.
Great tour to see and experience the life in the country side of Saigon. The small group of 9 makes it more enjoyable with the guides explanations and opportunities to ask more questions.