Vietnam
Cruise On The Mekong River 3D/2N
CAI BE, Viet Nam
Booking Starts On: 01st Feb
450$ / Adult
Overview
Discover the Mekong Delta on the boat.
If you are looking for a unique and authentic way to explore the Mekong Delta, the Song Xanh Sampan is the perfect choice for you. The Song Xanh Sampan is a traditional wooden boat that offers private and customized cruises along the scenic waterways of the Mekong Delta. You can choose from various itineraries that range from one to three nights, depending on your preferences and budget.
The Song Xanh Sampan is designed to provide you with comfort, convenience, and charm. It has two or three cozy cabins with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and windows that offer panoramic views of the river. It also has a spacious living room that can be converted into an extra bedroom at night, a sundeck where you can relax and enjoy the breeze, and a dining area where you can savor delicious meals prepared by your personal chef.
The Song Xanh Sampan will take you to some of the most beautiful and interesting places in the Mekong Delta, such as Cai Be, Sa Dec, Can Tho, Chau Doc, and Rach Gia. You will have the opportunity to see the vibrant life on the river, from the bustling floating markets to the peaceful fishing villages. You will also visit local attractions, such as ancient houses, temples, pagodas, workshops, and farms. You will learn about the history, culture, and cuisine of the region, and interact with the friendly and hospitable people.
One of the highlights of the Song Xanh Sampan cruise is the shore excursions by rowboat, bicycle, and on foot. You will get off the sampan and explore the countryside by different modes of transportation, giving you a closer and more intimate experience of the Mekong Delta. You will glide along the narrow canals, cycle through the green fields, and walk along the dirt roads. You will see the daily activities of the locals, such as farming, fishing, weaving, and cooking. You will also have the chance to taste some of the local specialties, such as coconut candy, rice wine, and tropical fruits.
The Song Xanh Sampan cruise is a wonderful way to discover the Mekong Delta at your own pace and style. You will enjoy the privacy and flexibility of having your own boat and crew, who will cater to your every need and wish. You will also appreciate the beauty and diversity of the Mekong Delta, which will leave you with unforgettable memories and impressions. Book your Song Xanh Sampan cruise today and get ready for an amazing adventure in the Mekong Delta.
Itinerary
Highlights Include
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Visit Cai Rang floating market
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Discover how life is lived on and by the river
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Enjoy spectacular photo opportunities
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Visit a Cao Dai temple
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Visit local cottage industries
Tour Overview
Availability
All year round
Number of days
3D/2N
Pick up
Saigon
Language
Angličtina
Personal pickup
Yes
Guide
Included in the price
Included
- Private 3-day cruise overnighting aboard
- 1 lunch served at Le Longanier
- 2 breakfasts & 1 lunch served on board
- 2 dinners served on board including a bottle of wine for 2 persons
- Sightseeing fees included in the above itinerary
- English-speaking tour guide
- Crew assistance
- One-way transfer from Saigon to Cai Be
Excluded
- Individual travel insurance
- Personal expenses
- Drinks not listed in the above programme
- Tips for crew and guides
- Any expenditure not listed in the above programme
Itenary
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08:00
CAI BE – NHA MAN Be picked up at your hotel at 8:00 am and transfer to Cai Be by road. Meet us at Phu An Jetty at 10:00 am and start with a bicycle ride around this picturesque rural area, ending up at Le Longanier Restaurant. Lunch is served in this exquisite colonial-style villa set in a lush tropical garden by the river. After lunch, board the Song Xanh Sampan for a leisurely cruise on the busy waterways of the Mekong Delta, with stops along the way to visit an ancient house in Dong Hoa Hiep village and local cottage industries that utilize products from the Delta like rice and coconuts. As we make our way down this famous river take in the local life as you pass by fisher folk checking their daily catch and floating houses imperceivably balanced on the mighty Mekong. Tonight, dinner is served on board the vessel.
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06:00
NHA MAN – CAI TAU HA – VINH LONG After breakfast on board, cruise towards Vinh Long along a narrow river, passing several houses on stilts to arrive at Cai Tau Ha, a quaint village. Take a stroll along the riverbank to visit a temple which makes traditional medicine from herbs or walk further into the village to see how black-smiths make a variety of common farming tools and iron objects for everyday life. Lunch is then served back on board before we make another foray into a clay pot factory in Vinh Long. We will then head back to our sampan to further explore the small tributaries of the river. The last stopover before sunset is a charming outdoor market where you can see how people sell local materials such as agricultural products, farming tools and fishing tools. Observe the endless boat traffic and the quiet but constant activity along the banks. Enjoy shore excursions to gain insight into how the local people make a living, and stop for a visit to a Cao Dai temple. Return on board for dinner while the Song Xanh continues its cruise towards the Hau River. Overnight on board.
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VINH LONG – CAI RANG – CAN THO We set off early at about 6:30 am to visit the famous Cai Rang Floating Market. Breakfast is served on board while the Song Xanh navigates towards the market among local barges laden with fruit and vegetables. Be sure to have your camera ready for photos from this unique vantage point! Later on, cruise towards Victoria Can Tho and disembark at the hotel’s private jetty. *Note: Actual itinerary may vary depending upon river tides arrival time or other conditions.
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