MEKONG DELTA - CAI BE - TAN PHONG ISLAND
1 DAY (DAY TOUR)
Tour code: VTE - DNH - G37
Tour style: JOINING GROUP (S.I.C)
Duration: 1 DAY
Transportation: LUXURY VAN
$39/ PERSON
HIGHLIGHT
Having a boat ride to the remaining site of a wholesale floating market on Tien River, which was once famous many years ago.
Tasting fresh fruits while enjoying Vietnamese traditional folk music
Visiting distinctive family businesses where the locals make coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn mills.
Deeply exploring the local village on foot and through handlebars.
Approaching features of the typical, traditional Vietnamese architectural styles from an ancient house.
INCLUSIONS
Transferring as per program, pick up and drop off at hotel in 1st District only.
Boat trips in the Mekong delta
Entrance fees, bikes
Meal: Lunch
English speaking guide,
Mineral water.
EXCLUSION
Beverages, travel insurance, tax, personal expenses
tips for tour guide
Others not clearly mentioned above
CHILDREN POLICY
Children under 5 years old (or under 1m high): Free of charge based on 2 adults 1 kid sharing bed/ berth/ bus with adult
Children from 5 – 8 year old: charge 75% adult price, sharing bed/berth with adult
Children from 9 year old above: charge as adult price
SURCHARGE POLICY
Surcharge will be applied to travel on national holiday
THING TO BRING
PLS UPDATE
ITINERARY
Cai Be Floating Market
MEKONG DELTA
( Lunch )
07:30 AM: Depart for Cai Be by van/bus via Trung Luong Expressway.
Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the 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 an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the 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 on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
CAI BE - TAN PHONG ISLAND
At lunch time, 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 on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Visit Ba Kiệt’s ancient house.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City.
End your trip.
Boat trip
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