Vietnam · Boating

2-Day Mekong Delta Tour with Cai Rang Floating Market

2 Days Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Cruise along the Mekong past Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands
02 Explore Cai Rang, the most vibrant floating market in the area
03 Cycle through Tân Thạch village for authentic encounters with local life
04 Ride a small sampan through the scenic Thoi Son canal
05 Visit Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, which dates back to the late 19th century

Discover the Mekong Delta over 2 days as you cruise serene waterways, visit Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, and experience local life from island villages to Can Tho. Travel by sampan through scenic canals, enjoy tropical fruits and Vietnamese folk music, cycle around Tân Thạch village, and explore the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market. This trip offers a rich introduction to the beauty, culture, and daily rhythms of the Mekong Delta.

Discover the Mekong Delta over 2 days as you cruise serene waterways, visit Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, and experience local life from island villages to Can Tho.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Budget

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Can Tho, My Tho, Ho Chi Minh, Bến Tre, Mekong Delta

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho, Bến Tre and Can Tho

Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and start the trip to My Tho. Upon arrival, visit Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, which dates back to the late 19th century. Then board the sampan and cruise down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands.
Stop at Unicorn Island and walk along the village paths to contemplate the orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and listen to Vietnamese folk music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.
Be rowed in a small sampan through the Thoi Son canal and treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside. Visit a family business and bee-keeping farm, and enjoy honey tea and a coconut candy workshop.
Have lunch at a local restaurant. Break time.
In the afternoon, cycle around Tân Thạch village and meet local people to experience their daily life in the Mekong Delta. Those who do not want to join the cycling trip can relax on hammocks and enjoy the cool breeze. Proceed to Can Tho City and stay overnight in Can Tho.

Day 02

Can Tho and Cai Rang Floating Market to Ho Chi Minh City

Have breakfast at the hotel. Take a leisurely boat ride to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River), then visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the most vibrant floating market in the area.
Enjoy a walking tour of the local noodle factory. Visit Munir Ansay Pagoda, a Khmer temple famous for its unique structure. Then go by boat to visit the fruit plantation and enjoy seasonal fruit. Return to Ho Chi Minh City after lunch at the end of your experience.

Where this trip takes you

Cai Rang Floating Market, Vĩnh Tràng Pagoda, Thoi Son canal

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ho Chi Minh City 5 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

A/C van or bus pick-up (centrally located hotel), transfer, and sightseeing as per the program
Boat trip in the Mekong Delta
English-speaking guide
All entrance fees
Meals as indicated in the program (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner): 1 breakfast at the hotel, 2 lunches, and 1 dinner with a set menu of Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant
Accommodation is based on twin- or double-share in a basic 2-star or 3-star standard hotel

What's Not Included

Other meals not mentioned in the program
Personal expenses
Travel insurance

What to bring

Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Comfortable shoes or sandals
Comfortable clothing
Hat
Personal expenses

Know before you go

From 2-17 pax.
You should book at least 2 days in advance.
Cancel within 24 hours before the activity starts.
Please bring all valid documents.
The tour guide will speak English.
We support pick-up and drop-off for guests in the central area of District 1, including hotels located on the following roads: Ly Tu Trong, Le Thanh Ton, Truong Dinh, Nguyen An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Luu Van Lang, Le Anh Xuan, Dong Khoi, Nguyen Hue, Thi Sach, Thu Khoa Huan, Thai Van Lung, Mac Thi Buoi, Ho Huan Nghiep, Nguyen Thai Binh, Le Thi Hong Gam, Bui Thi Xuan, Suong Nguyet Anh, Nguyen Van Cu, and Ky Con.
Outside the above areas, we do not conduct pick-up; guests will gather at our office to join and end the tour.
We will not be responsible for late arrivals.

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