Immerse yourself in the lively trade atmosphere of Cai Rang Floating Market and explore the local culture on this 1-day tour. Join a cooking class, bike through peaceful village paths, and relax on a rowing sampan through mangrove palm canals.
Immerse yourself in the lively trade atmosphere of Cai Rang Floating Market and explore the local culture on this 1-day tour. Join a cooking class, bike through peaceful village paths, and relax on a rowing sampan through mangrove palm canals.
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At 5:00 am, the VN Bike Tour guide will pick up guests from their hotel. A light breakfast will be provided in a private car. On the journey to the Mekong Delta, travelers can enjoy the endless green or yellow paddy rice fields on both sides of the road. Alternatively, taking a nap during the transfer is a great way to recharge and fully enjoy the…
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At 5:00 am, the VN Bike Tour guide will pick up guests from their hotel. A light breakfast will be provided in a private car. On the journey to the Mekong Delta, travelers can enjoy the endless green or yellow paddy rice fields on both sides of the road. Alternatively, taking a nap during the transfer is a great way to recharge and fully enjoy the tour.
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After approximately a 3-hour drive from Saigon via the express highway, the tour arrives at Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho City.
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A private boat will then take visitors to explore Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the most renowned and largest floating markets in the Mekong Delta. From early morning, countless boats and sampans gather, creating a lively and stunning atmosphere. Large boats are filled with agricultural products and specialties, while smaller ones sell food, coffee, light snacks, Vietnamese noodles, soft drinks, etc., for breakfast. It would be a missed opportunity not to stop by and purchase something.
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Following this, the guide will lead guests to some traditional workshops. Visitors will enjoy learning how locals make “Hu Tieu.” The renowned chef Gordon Ramsay once praised the broth of the noodles he tasted at Cai Rang Floating Market as one of the best he has ever had.
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At 11:00 am, the tour departs Can Tho City and heads to Cai Be (Tien Giang Province) for a cooking class.
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Participating in a cooking class offers a unique perspective on the cooking style in the South of Vietnam and the country as a whole. Guests will learn how locals prepare traditional meals and experience the tranquility, simplicity, and rusticity of daily life in the Mekong. Additionally, they may discover the distinct local flavors within Vietnam. For instance, Northern cuisine is known for its salty taste, Central dishes are spicier, and Southern cuisine is notably sweeter.
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After enjoying a delicious lunch prepared by the guests themselves, it is the perfect time to relax on comfortable hammocks under the shade of tropical fruit trees to recharge.
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Unforgettable moments await as guests bike through car-free village roads lined with tropical fruits and bonsai gardens, and visit nearby handicraft workshops to immerse themselves in the authentic Mekong atmosphere.
Points of Interest
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- Lunch meal and tropical fruits
- Bottled water
- New private AC car
- Private boat trips in Mekong Delta
- Rowing boat trips in Mekong Delta
- Bicycle for biking
- Snacks
- Bottle drink / local tea
- English-speaking guide
- Pick-up and drop-off service in the center of Saigon
- Travel insurance ($5,000.00/case)
- Lunch meal and tropical fruits
- Bottled water
- New private AC car
- Private boat trips in Mekong Delta
- Rowing boat trips in Mekong Delta
- Bicycle for biking
- Snacks
- Bottle drink / local tea
- English-speaking guide
- Pick-up and drop-off service in the center of Saigon
- Travel insurance ($5,000.00/case)
- Other meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Tips and personal expenses
- Other meals not mentioned in itinerary
- Tips and personal expenses
The initial experience that strikes all visitors is the vibrant and bustling market scene at Cai Rang Floating Market. Subsequently, our journey takes us to Cai Be to partake in a native culinary workshop, cycle along tranquil rural lanes, savor the tunes of Southern Vietnam’s traditional music, and unwind on a leisurely sampan ride through mangrove…
The initial experience that strikes all visitors is the vibrant and bustling market scene at Cai Rang Floating Market. Subsequently, our journey takes us to Cai Be to partake in a native culinary workshop, cycle along tranquil rural lanes, savor the tunes of Southern Vietnam’s traditional music, and unwind on a leisurely sampan ride through mangrove palm waterways, immersing ourselves in the authentic ambience of the Mekong.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
