Mekong 2 Day Tour in Can Tho to Ben Tre - Cu Chi

5.0 (2 reviews) Can Tho, Vietnam
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Duration2 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers
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Overview

Admire the sunrise from a small boat and immerse yourself in the lively atmosphere of the Cai Rang floating market early in the morning. Delight in the enticing and aromatic local cuisine on Son Island. Paddle through narrow channels, exploring the dynamic lives of the local people in Ben Tre. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to explore the Cu Chi tunnels – a historically significant military structure in the Vietnam War. This promises to be a journey that offers travelers many unforgettable experiences.

What's included

  • English/French (extra fee) -speaking tour guide
  • Lunch
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Alcoholic Beverages & Gifts
  • Personal expenses incurred during the trip

What to expect

Day 1: Visit Cu Chi - historical site and heading to Can Tho
  1. Cu Chi Tunnels
    2h · Admission ticket included
    At 7.00 AM: Our tour guide will pick you up at hotel in HMC We will arrive at Cu Chi tunnels after a drive of 1,5 hours.
    At around 8.30 AM: Listen to Cu Chi Tunnels’ Stories and Watch Documentary Video.
    At 8.45 AM: Explore The Complex Tunnels and Underground Bunkers.
    At 9.00 AM: See Hoang Cam Smokeless Kitchen.
    You will explore the Hoang Cam Smokeless Kitchen where you can understand how VC hides smoke.
    At 9.30 AM: Play Firing Range and Try Tapioca.
    You will have a chance to play Firing Range (Bullets Fee Is Not Included) and then try Tapioca.
    At 10.00 AM: You will get in the car and go back. We will head to Son Islet-Can Tho after a drive of 3,5 hours.

    At 13.30 PM: Starting to discover Son islet. it is an eco-tourism-based community destination.
    At 14:00 PM: Experience the local life and traditional cuisine on Son islet.
    - Visiting Tropical fruit orchards (seasonal)
    - Explore a unique fish farm and the picturesque of Mekong River.
    At 17.00 PM: back to the hotel in Can Tho.
Day 2: Explore river life - Can Tho - Ben Tre, Vinh Trang temple then back to HCM city
  1. Cai Rang Floating Market
    2h · Admission ticket included
    At 5.30 AM: Our tour guide will pick you up at your hotel (if it is in the city center) or meeting point and then take you to our boat where you will start your tour.

    It takes around 40 – 45 minutes to arrive at the Cai Rang floating market. On the way, you will have a chance to watch the sunrise which makes you understand why it is special, famous and attracts many tourists every year.
    At Cai Rang floating market, our boat driver will drive the boat slowly around the floating market for 1-2 rounds so that you can enjoy observing how local people trade products on their boats and enjoy the bustling atmosphere.
    You will experience sitting on boats and having breakfast on the floating market which is a must-do when you visit the place.
    At 7.30 AM: You will keep boating over to a noodle local house in Can Tho where you make your own rice paper and noodles guided by local people.
    Heading to authentic small canals
    At 9.30 AM: Heading to Ben Tre from Can Tho.
  2. Ben Tre
    6h
    At 11.30 am: Explore Mekong life on Chet Say River. Arriving at Phong Nam bridge, The boat will take you along the Chet Say River to see the scene of the river by seating on a boat such as watching fishing activity of locals.
    At 12.00 am: Unveiling the Brick Factory and Coconut Haven in the Mekong Delta. Explore the time-honored craft of manual brick making at a local factory, where traditions are molded.
    At 13.30 am: Village Vistas and Cultural Threads: A Cycling Escape. Cycling in a small village, visit the weaving mat house. On the way, you will see the houses of local people with unique architecture imbued with the culture of Western Vietnam.
    At 14:30 pm: Visit the Small canal of water-coconut.

    Experience Xe Loi (a special type of Vietnamese tuktuk) to get a small canal, the highlight of the trip was a relaxing peaceful calm rowing boat on the small canal of water-coconut.
    At 15:00 pm: Visit Vinh Trang temple – Back to Ho Chi Minh.
  3. Vinh Trang Temple
    2h
    At 15:00 pm: Visit Vinh Trang temple – Back to Ho Chi Minh.
    Vinh Trang Temple, with its fusion of Vietnamese, Khmer, and Chinese architectural influences, unfolds like a historical tapestry. Ornate carvings, intricate details, and vibrant ceramic mosaics adorn the temple, providing a visual feast for those seeking cultural richness.

    At 17:00 pm: Back to Ho Chi Minh city.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We pick you up at the parking place in the corner of harbour.

End point

We pick you up at the parking place in the corner of harbour.

Pickup details

We offer travelers free pick up and drop off service from any location within 2 km radius from the meeting point (Ben Pha Xom Chai) in Can Tho city center. We are waiting at parking place with company uniform Blue color

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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