2-Day Mekong Escape: Life on the Waterways

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
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Overview

The Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2 Days 1 Night Tour offers the perfect way to explore the authentic charm of southern Vietnam. Journey through tranquil rivers, lush villages, and bustling floating markets to experience local life, taste regional delicacies, and discover timeless traditions. With an overnight stay, you’ll fully immerse yourself in the culture, making this journey far more rewarding than a simple day trip.

What's included

  • Cool-towels and mineral water
  • Air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
  • Boat trip, biking, fruits, honey tea, candy
  • 1 night at 3-star hotel
  • Lunch
  • Breakfast
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Pick up & drop off at your hotel in center of district 1
  • Professional tour guide
  • Other personal expenses
  • Holiday surcharge

What to expect

Day 1: HCM-MY THO - BEN TRE - CAN THƠ (L)
  1. 1h 30m
    Around 7:30-7:45am. Get picked up from your hotel in center of Ho Chi Minh City and head to the Mekong Delta. During the 1.5 car ride, we will pass through by green rice fields before arriving at the beautiful rural My Tho.
  2. Vinh Trang Temple
    1h · Admission ticket included
    The first stop is Vinh Trang pagoda – one of the most well-known temples in the Mekong Delta region. You will be guided to explore the most beautiful, ancient and significant temple in the Mekong Delta.
  3. My Tho
    2h
    Your journey continues to My Tho, where you’ll cruise along the Tien River to explore the Dragon, Phoenix, Unicorn, and Qui Islets. Stroll through a peaceful village, visit a fruit garden, sample tropical fruits, and enjoy traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music. Then, unwind on a rowing boat as you drift through serene canals lined with lush water coconut palms.
  4. Can Tho
    3h
    Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then take time to relax in a hammock or cycle around the village. In the afternoon, continue to Can Tho, the heart of the Mekong Delta, check into your hotel, and enjoy free time to explore the city at night
Day 2: Cai Rang - FLOATING MARKET - HCM
  1. Cai Rang
    3h
    Begin your day with a boat ride to the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market, where locals trade fruits, vegetables, and daily goods from their boats. Enjoy vermicelli and coffee on the river, then visit a traditional rice noodle factory to see how it’s made. Conclude your trip with a walk through a lively market brimming with fresh produce and aromatic spices.
  2. Ho Chi Minh City
    3h
    Return to your hotel for check-out, enjoy breakfast, and relax after the morning activities. Then, head back to Ho Chi Minh City with a stop at the 10 Vo ancient house, where you can admire its distinctive architecture, learn about local traditions, and try making the famous Vietnamese pancake, bánh xèo, before enjoying a delicious lunch. If you like, take a leisurely bike ride around the village to soak in the scenery and experience local life.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our driver will pick up guests directly from your hotel lobby

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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