The Can Tho river-and-orchard tourism route
Depart from: Ho Chi Minh City
1 day
Cai Rang floating market - Fruit orchards - Con Son islet
Departure: Early morning departure from Ho Chi Minh City (around 4:30 AM) to ensure guests can fully experience the lively atmosphere of Cai Rang Floating Market at its busiest time.
4:30 AM: Early Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
A comfortable, modern vehicle and your friendly English-speaking guide will pick you up from your hotel.
Begin your journey to Can Tho, enjoying the peaceful early morning atmosphere.
Morning: Cai Rang Floating Market Exploration:
Upon arrival, board a boat to explore the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market.
- Witness the bustling trade as hundreds of boats gather, selling fresh produce and local goods.
- Enjoy the chance to try local breakfast specialties served directly from the boats, such as "hu tieu" (noodle soup) or Vietnamese coffee.
- Observe the unique way that the sellers hang their produce from a tall pole, called a "cay beo".
- You'll have the opportunity to purchase fresh fruits, local delicacies, and souvenirs.
Experience crossing a “monkey bridge”, a unique bamboo bridge.
Midday: Mekong Flavors and Con Son Islet:
Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, savoring authentic Mekong Delta cuisine.
Have lunch in Con Son Islet.
Here you will explore the lush green environment, and learn about the local people and their way of life.
You will have a chance to sample local seasonal fruits. There is also the option to explore the island further.
Afternoon: Return to Ho Chi Minh City
After exploring Con Son Islet, begin your return journey to Ho Chi Minh City.
Relax and enjoy the scenic views of the Mekong Delta countryside during the drive.
Evening: Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City, and your guide will drop you off at your hotel
- Visit Cai Rang Floating Market – the largest floating market in the Mekong Delta.
- Witness hundreds of merchant boats trading fresh produce and local goods.
- Try crossing a traditional Monkey Bridge.
- Explore Can Tho Market.
- Discover the peaceful Con Son Islet with lush gardens and friendly locals.
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Any part of this itinerary can be altered to fit your need, e.g.accommodation, add/skip city, tour length...
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- Modern transportation (arranged suitably with group size) during the tour, including hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Meals as mentioned in the itineraries: 1 lunch with Vietnamese cuisine
- Boat trip, light biking (optional)
- All entrance fees
- English-speaking guide (other languages available upon request, depending on availability. A small surcharge may apply for some languages)
- Cool towels and mineral water (1 bottle/person)
- Beverages and other meals are not mentioned in the program.
- Visa fees for Vietnam
- Personal Expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping…)
- Tipping/Gratuities, single supplement
- Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc.
- If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there will be no cancellation fee.
- If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee.
- If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee
