Cai Be - Tan Phong Island Tour

6:30AM, Pick up and begin the trip to Cai Be by car/van. You will move through Trung Luong Expressway to the destination.

Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to remaining site of a very renowned wholesale floating market on 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 Ba Kiet ancient house and get to know about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals are making coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people.

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 in Tan Phong Island, let yourself immerse in the tranquility of nature.

At the 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 by your own and served in the heart of the local garden.

Take a cycling trip along the village path through orchards. Meanwhile, have some short stops to meet local people who help you understand more about the daily life in the Mekong Delta.

Get back to the dock by sampan and then take the bus back to Ho Chi Minh City. End the trip.

Please note: Drop off time is subject to traffic, weather...so the finished time could be later than expecting.

* Inclusions:

- A/c van/bus sightseeing as per program,

- Pick up and transfer (centrally located hotels in Dist1 , HCMC near Ben Thanh market)

- Mineral water: 1 bottle/ pax/ day

- Boat trips in the Mekong delta

- English speaking guide

- All entrance fees, bikes, kayaks

- Lunch as indicated in the program

* Exclusions: Travel insurance, personal costs & tips, other services not mentioned in the inclusions.