Day 01
Explore Cai Be and the Mekong Delta
07:30 AM: Depart for Cai Be by van or bus via the Trung Luong Expressway.
- Upon arrival in Cai Be, take a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River from many years ago. This visit offers insight into local trading habits that have changed with modern society, as land transportation and advanced agricultural techniques have become more widespread.
- There, you will discover how diverse the area is and how rich its orchard gardens are, making it the fruit basket of the lower Mekong River.
- Ramble through small villages, where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Visit a small family business where locals make coconut fudge and crispy rice popcorn.
- Savor delicious fresh fruit and enjoy the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music, a style deeply entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people.
- Paddle through small canals - an exciting experience that lets you look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. After arriving on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
- At lunchtime, you will not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals, as this is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked by yourself and served in the heart of a local garden.
- Cycle along village paths through the orchards. Meet local islanders to learn more about daily life in the Mekong Delta, and visit Ba Kiệt's ancient house.
- Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
