Cai Rang Floating Market & Mekong Delta 2-Day Tour from HCM City

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Ben Tre - Can Tho City (Meals: L)⌄

   Around 8:00AM. We depart from Ho Chi Minh City to Mekong Delta region. Sit back, relax and enjoy the landscapes and scenery of green rice fields along the way. The first stop is Vinh Trang pagoda. Take some time to explore this beautiful temple. Continue your trip to My Tho and take a boat cruise along the Mekong River where you can escape the busy town. Enjoy a sampan ride through the coconut trees-lined canals. Disembark and explore the village on foot. Visit local families where you can enjoy fruits, honey tea and wine while listening to traditional music performed by the villagers. Enjoy a local lunch.

   The boat cruises to Ben Tre province known as "The Land of Coconut" where you can tour a coconut farm and witness the process of making coconut candy, rice paper, and other coconut-based products. In the afternoon, head to Can Tho City – the heart of the Mekong Delta region. Check-in hotel, free time to explore the city at night.

   Meals: Lunch

   Overnight: 3-star Hotel: Van Phat Riverside Hotel or Senior Hotel Can Tho

2. 2Cai Rang Floating Market - Ho Chi Minh city (Meals: B, L)⌄

   Start your day at around 6:00AM to visit the famous Cai Rang Floating Market. The market is most vibrant in the early hours of the morning. Witness the hustle and bustle of boats selling fruits, vegetables, and various local products. During your boat tour, make a pit stop at one of the boats selling vermicelli and coffee. You can choose to buy and enjoy these local delicacies while soaking in the unique atmosphere of the market. Continue your boat tour to visit a Rice Noodle Factory. Here, you can witness the traditional process of making rice noodles.

   We'll also take some time to explore a bustling local market, where colorful stalls are brimming with fresh produce, spices, and vegetables. Around 9:00AM to 9:30AM: Return to your hotel for check-out, enjoy breakfast and freshening up after the morning's activities. After that, begin your journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. En route, make a stop at the 10 Vo ancient house. Explore this historic Vietnamese house, learn about its architectural details, and gain insights into local traditions and customs. Try your hand at making traditional Vietnamese pancakes, known as "bánh xèo." This hands-on experience will give you a taste of the local culture. Enjoy a local lunch. If you have the energy, take a leisurely bike ride around the area, exploring the picturesque surroundings and interacting with the local community. After your day of exploration, make your way back to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive at around 4:00PM approximately

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch