Description:
This
2-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 fruits and vegetables.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Vinh Long- Cantho .
This morning
we set off for a drive through the Mekong Delta to the town of Cai Be,
well-known for it's floating market. Here we will board our private boat for
a cruise along the maze of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We will stop
at the home of a Bonsai gardener for a sumptuous Delta lunch, including the
popular dish of 'Elephant ear fish', before continuing our exploration of
the tributaries and canals of the delta. Towards the end of the day we
arrive in Cantho where we stay in hotel in Can Tho.
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Day 2:
Cantho - Ho Chi Minh City
Rising early to the sounds of the Delta coming to life for
another day, we breakfast and start our trip with a boat cruise on sparking
streams along the endless waterway of Mighty Mekong River to Cairang and
Phongdien floating markets. There will be hundreds of boats loaded with
fruits, vegetables and fish jostling for trade. Sellers advertisers their
wares by crying out across the waters. We visit the lush orchards and are
treated to a delicious tropical fruits. . Afternoon drive to Ho Chi Minh
city.
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Tour prices : in USD (min 2 persons)
luxury; 210$ per person
Hotel in Cantho: Victoria Cantho
Deluxe: 185$ per person
Hotel in Cantho: Ninh Kieu
