Vietnam · Boating

2-Day Mekong Delta Tour to Ca Mau Cape and Bac Lieu

2 Days Round trip from Can Tho Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Marvel at the picturesque tributaries of the Mekong River and visit the lively Cai Rang floating market
02 See the National Coordinate Landmark and take souvenir photos with the iconic boat of Ca Mau Cape
03 Visit Ca Mau Cape National Park, a World Biosphere Reserve
04 Explore Bac Lieu's landmarks, including Tac Say Church and the wind power field
05 Discover notable pagodas in Soc Trang province

This 2-day trip takes you to discover famous places in the southernmost region of Vietnam, from the picturesque waterways of the Mekong Delta to the sacred and scenic landmarks of Ca Mau, Bac Lieu, and Soc Trang. Explore authentic southern culture with indigenous guides who understand this western land and share its stories with you along the way. The journey also includes lively local markets, notable religious sites, and delicious regional cuisine.

5:00: Gather at Ninh Kieu Pier in Can Tho and take a leisurely boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River).

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Can Tho, Bac Lieu, Ca Mau, Soc Trang

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Can Tho to Ca Mau Cape via Cai Rang Floating Market

5:00: Gather at Ninh Kieu Pier in Can Tho and take a leisurely boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River). Then proceed to Cai Rang floating market, one of the liveliest in the whole nation. Have you ever tasted Vietnamese noodle soup? Here, you can see how it is made and enjoy specialty pizza noodles at your own expense. Visit an orchard garden and enjoy local specialty fruits.
6:30: Move to the hotel and check out.
Depart for Ca Mau.
12:00 - 13:30: Stop at Tan Hue Vien in Soc Trang to buy local specialties. Upon arriving in Nam Can, Ca Mau, have lunch and take a rest.
13:30 - 19:00: The car takes the group to Ca Mau Cape, the sacred land at the southernmost end of Vietnam on the national map. See the scenery firsthand and take souvenir photos at the National Coordinate Landmark - GPS 0001 and the iconic boat of Ca Mau Cape. Visit Ca Mau Cape National Park, a World Biosphere Reserve.
Return to Ca Mau, check in to the hotel, relax, and enjoy free time in Ca Mau City.

Day 02

Ca Mau to Bac Lieu and Soc Trang, Return to Can Tho

7:00 - 12:30: Have breakfast and check out from the hotel in Ca Mau. The car takes you to Bac Lieu to visit Tac Say Church and Father Truong Buu Diep's grave. Continue to the memorial area for musician Cao Van Lau or Bac Lieu Prince's House. This place preserves important events and also welcomes visitors from far away. Next, continue to the Wind Power Field - the Bac Lieu wind power plant is considered the largest wind power project in the country and also Southeast Asia's first wind power field. Then continue your journey to visit Som Rong Pagoda or Xiem Can Pagoda in Soc Trang province.
12:30 - 14:00: Have lunch at the restaurant and then rest.
14:00 - 17:30: Continue the journey back to Can Tho. Drop off at the original pick-up point and end the 2-day journey to discover the West.

Where this trip takes you

Cai Rang floating market, Ca Mau Cape, Ca Mau Cape National Park, Wind Power Field

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Can Tho 4 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Main meals: 3
Experienced English-speaking local guide
3-star hotel accommodation on a twin/double basis with breakfast (central location, 2 to 3 people per room)
All entrance fees and sightseeing tickets as listed
Boat and ship on the Mekong River
Complimentary 1 bottle of water each day
Personal travel insurance package: 50,000,000 VND/day (= 2,000 USD/day)