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Mekong river cruise

This 3-day trip offers a glimpse into the agrarian life of the vibrant southern Delta region as we wind our way through the tributaries of the Mekong Delta. From our boats, we are able to closely observe the daily rituals of river life and participate in the bustling commercial activities as we buy our fruits from the floating market. Along the way, we will visit an orchard farm,handicraft village, and a land market with an abundance of colorful fresh fruit and vegetables.

Day 1: Can Tho (D)

• By vehicle from Saigon to Can Tho with sightseeing in My Tho and a boat ride to Mekong River islands
From Saigon, transfer to My Tho, a bustling town in the rich agricultural region of the Mekong Delta and visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda, a beautiful temple and a sanctuary for orphans and other needy children. Afterwards board a local boat to explore the islands of the Mekong, stopping at a fruit orchard to enjoy fruit and tea while listening to local music. The trip also includes a brief sampan ride through the tiny waterways that thread the island. From My Tho, continue onwards through the Mekong Delta to Can Tho.
• Overnight in Can Tho.

Day 2: Chau Doc (B, L)

• Excursion by boat to Cai Rang Floating Market
In the early morning, set out by boat to explore CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET, the biggest and most bustling of the Mekong Delta markets, which attracts fruit and vegetable vendors from all over the region. Buyers on smaller boats weave between the large barges selling wholesale produce. Each vendor advertises fresh samples of their wares on long poles that tower overhead above the colorful boats. Sail through the market, watching people haggle and trade, and possibly sample some of the fruit yourself. By 9 am, the activity has died down and it is time to return to the pier, after exploring some of the backwaters and canals.
• By vehicle from Can Tho to Chau Doc
• Excursion to Sam Mountain
SAM MOUNTAIN rises sharply from the surrounding rice paddies. Considered one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Vietnam, the mountain is dotted with pagodes and temples, many of them inside caves. Visit LADY CHUA XU PAGODA at the base and continue up shallow stairways along the mountain, visiting other pagodes as you ascend. At the mountain's peak, enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding countryside, stretching all the way to the Cambodian border.
• Overnight in Chau Doc.

Day 3: Chau Doc (B, L)

• Excursion by boat to the floating villages
Explore bustling river life around Chau Doc, visiting the FLOATING VILLAGES, whose inhabitants live and work all their lives on the river. Visit a local floating market and stop at one of the typical houses, and see how they raise fish in nets directly under the house itself. Continue to the distinctive CHAM VILLAGE, on the other side of the river, with its thriving Muslim community. By vehicle from Chau Doc to Saigon
• By vehicle from Chau Doc to Saigon

Tour Class

[A]

All prices are valid through 30 September 2008

Tour price in USD net per person in group of

Surcharge

If required

Hotel Categories

1

2

3-5

6-9

10-12

13-15

16 up

Single

Budget=2*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Standard=3*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Superior =4*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deluxe=5*

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cruise includes:

  • Transfer and transportation in a private air-coned vehicle
  • English Speaking Guide 
  • Accomodation in hotel (twin sharing room with daily breakfast)
  • Sightseeing tickets 
  • Boat cruise in Mekong river 
  • Meals as stated in the programme 
  • Services charge and government taxes  

Cruise excludes:

  • Visa and visa fees 
  • All flights 
  • Accomodation in HCMC 
  • Travel insurance 
  • Tips and gratuities 
  • Personal expenses 
  • Beverage
  • Other fees not mentioned in program
  • Hotels quoted in above packages or similar category

    Location

    2 star

    3 star

    4 star

    5 star

    Can Tho

     

     

     

     

    Chau Doc

     

     

     

     

     

     

Fast facts:

Tour departure:

Daily from Ho Chi Minh City hotels

Transfer from/to hotel included

Yes

Private tour

Minimum 1 person

Type of cruise

Local boat

Boat Descriptions

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