Mekong Delta Excursion
Mekong Delta Excursion
This itinerary is designed for those who wish to discover the entirety of the Mekong Delta. On the first day, we will take you to the homeland of coconuts: Ben Tre province, where you can see how delicious coconut-derived products are made, such as coconut oil, coconut candy, and more. On the second day, you will visit the Cai Rang floating market, the most colorful and crowded in the Mekong Delta; this visit will leave you with unforgettable impressions of local life on the river.
Along the route toward Ca Mau province—the southernmost point of Vietnam—you will also discover the natural beauty of Soc Trang and Bac Lieu provinces. Upon arriving in Ca Mau, an unmissable stop is undoubtedly the U Minh forest, which is the largest mangrove forest in the world after the Amazon basin. The journey concludes back in Saigon after experiencing beautiful moments at the southernmost tip of Vietnam—Dat Mui Ca Mau—at sunset.
HIGHLIGHTS:
- Complete visit of the Mekong Delta.
- Unmissable navigation through the small canals of the Mekong Delta.
- An escape into the heart of the Mekong River, visiting its picturesque floating markets.
- Visit to the largest mangrove forest in the world after the Amazon basin.
- Visit to the southernmost point of Vietnam.
Detailed Itinerary
Saigon - Ben Tre - Can Tho (B/L/-)
−Guide
Hotel
Private car
Walking
Breakfast at the hotel.
Morning journey to Ben Tre, a beautiful region of the Mekong Delta famous for its coconut candy production. Arrival at Phong Nam Bridge for a boat trip on the Ben Tre River to discover local daily life. Stop at a brick kiln to observe traditional brick making. Along the canal, you will visit one of the many coconut processing workshops where you can taste fresh coconut and see how every single part of this fruit is transformed into its derivative products.
Continue your boat trip along a canal to Nhon Thanh village. This will be an opportunity to taste fresh fruit. Take a bicycle ride (or Tuk-tuk) on a small path through the villages and enjoy the view of coconut trees, rice paddies, and vegetable gardens.
Free lunch at a local restaurant.
Return on board and transfer to Can Tho.
Arrival, check-in, and overnight stay at the hotel.
Can Tho - Cai Rang Market - Soc Trang (B/-/-)
−Guide
Hotel
Local boat
Private car
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the pier for a boat trip to visit the Cai Rang floating market—the largest and most vibrant in the Mekong Delta. A multitude of colors and scents fill the air, creating a sparkling atmosphere where hundreds of sampans are filled with goods such as rice, fruit, and handcrafted products that merchants bring to the market at the crack of dawn to sell.
After leaving the market, you will continue the boat trip through the canals and visit a fruit garden. Stop at the ancient house of Binh Thuy, home to an orchid garden where the film “The Lover” was shot.
Free lunch at a local restaurant.
Transfer to Soc Trang. Lunch break at a restaurant. Afterward, continue to visit the Doi Temple (Bat Pagoda). Built in the 16th century, it is one of the oldest pagodas in the province. The pagoda is famous for its beautiful architecture, particularly its large roof which houses thousands of bats.
The tour continues with a visit to a Khmer Museum: the museum displays numerous precious artifacts reflecting the cultural life of the Khmer people across generations through their clothing, residential architecture, temples, and tools. Transfer to the hotel. Free time. Free dinner and overnight stay at the hotel.
Soc Trang - Ca Mau (B/-/-)
−Guide
Hotel
Private car
Breakfast at the hotel.
Meet with the guide and depart for Ca Mau, a new stage in the journey to discover the Mekong Delta.
Along the way, there will be a stop to visit the ancient house of the Bac Lieu Nobleman, a refined example of traditional architecture.
Continue toward Ca Mau, the southernmost province of Vietnam. Upon arrival, visit the bird sanctuary, a unique place located in the heart of the province where you can observe thousands of birds and storks of all species perched on trees and among the bamboo.
There will also be an opportunity to admire the sunset immersed in the pristine nature of this evocative region. Finally, transfer to the hotel and free time at your disposal.
Ca Mau -U Minh Forest - Saigon (B/-/-)
−Breakfast at the hotel.
Departure for a visit to the U Minh Forest. The city of Ca Mau borders this vast expanse of mangroves, which covers approximately 1,000 km² distributed between the provinces of Ca Mau and Kien Giang.
The U Minh Forest, one of the largest mangrove forests in the world after the Amazon basin, was one of the primary refuges for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.
Boarding for an exploration of the forest by boat, a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in a wild ecosystem rich in biodiversity.
After the visit, you will continue toward the southernmost point of Vietnam, from where you can admire small islands such as Hon Da Bac and Hon Khoai at sunset, set between the sky, the sea, and pristine nature.
This stage concludes the Mekong Delta excursion. Return to Saigon, hotel check-in, and free time at your disposal.
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SERVICES INCLUDED:
- Accommodation: Hotels in the category specified in the itinerary, based on double occupancy (2 people per room).
- Meals: As mentioned in the program (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner).
- Guides: English or Italian-speaking guides as indicated in the program.
- Transportation: Private car for land transfers and excursions.
- Entrance Fees: Tickets for the sites indicated in the program.
- Boats: Boat trips as described in the program.
- Water: 01 bottle per person per day.
SERVICES EXCLUDED:
- International Flights: Any flights not mentioned and relevant airport taxes.
- Extra Meals: Any meals not mentioned in the program.
- Personal Expenses: Drinks, telephone calls, and all expenses of a personal nature not expressly listed in the “Included” section.
- Gratuities: Tips for drivers and guides. Our suggestion: 1–3 USD/person/day for the driver and 3–5 USD/person/day for the guide, depending on the group size.
- Other: Anything not specified under “Services Included.”
- Booking Fee: Administrative fee (includes medical, luggage, and cancellation insurance).
Mekong Delta Excursion
- 4 Days / 3 nights
- Saigon, Ben Tre, Can Tho, Soc Trang, Ca Mau
- Saigon/Saigon
