Mekong Delta is called “The Rice basket of Vietnam". It lives up to its reputation with enormous number of fruit gardens and orchards on one side and endless golden rice field on the other side of the river. Cruising with Bassac, you will spend a great time to enjoy and admire the peaceful beauty of Mekong River. During this journey, you will have a chance to take part in various exciting activities: exploring lively floating markets, rowing boat through a maze of beautiful canals and enjoy the view of fruit gardens and orchards along the river.
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- Enjoy the mighty Mekong River Delta.
- Experience gorgeous scenery along river bank.
- Visit the famous Cai Be floating market in the morning.
- Taste the exceptional Vietnamese food onboard.
- Learn daily life of local poeple on water by visiting rice fields, villages, fruit orchards...
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh - Cai Be (L, D)
Boarding at Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins. Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river. Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck. The Bassac slips into the Ch? Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water. Visit of a village on the banks of river Mang Thit, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life and hospitality of the local inhabitants. Visit of the orchard or rice fields nearby. Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river. The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from the little Tra On floating market, for the night.
Day 2: Can Tho (B, L, D)
You may get up for breakfast as early as 06:30, as the ship is resuming its cruise the Tra On floating market. The ship then departs towards Can Tho. Arrival in Cai Rang floating market, transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier by mid-morning. Boarding back at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink. Departure upstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route. Upon arrival at Thot Not, transfer on the longboat to take some walks at a village in Thot Not. Boarding back at dusk, rest on the deck for the sunset while taking somes drinks at the bar. The dinner is served on board. The Bassac takes the way back to Can Tho and casts anchor near Can Tho for the night.
Day 3: Can Tho - Sai Gon (B)
Breakfast is available from 06:30, while the ship is cruising towards Can Tho city. Arrival in Cai Rang floating market, check out and transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier. End of services by mid-morning
End the tour!
Have a nice trip with Asian Discovery Travel
Transportation on board
Accommodation of each passenger in a twin-share cabin, double or twin-bedded.
Meals served onboard
Vietnamese coffee, tea; mineral water
Visits on shore or on a small skiff
Access to all services on board
All taxes are included
Private pick up and transfer
Travel insurance
Visas and visa fees
Tips and gratuities
- Children under 4 years old are FOC, sharing a room with parent/s.
- Children from 4 to under 8 years of age are charged 75%, sharing a room with parent/s.
- Children from 08 years old will be considered adult
- Only one (01) child under 4 years old sharing room with two (02) adults are allowed for FOC
Sai Gon
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WHAT TO BRING:
- A hat & sunscreen
- Appropriate clothing for the season
- Comfortable walking shoes/ clothes