MIEN TAY, VIETNAM

“The West is known as the Mekong Delta. The land belongs to the lower Mekong River, this place has a large

amount of silt, which has a variety of fruits. This is the largest granary in Vietnam. People’s activities mostly

take place floating on the water. Let’s explore the beauty of this floating water to learn more about nature,

lifestyle, and people here.

ENCHAN TING CHAU DOC WITH LOCAL BOAT

Day 1: Sai Gon – Cai Be- Can Tho

10:00 am- 12:30 am

Proceed to Tan Phong island for a biking or walking tour through village paths, where you can observe the local daily life es. During the excursion, you can also make a few stops to see the dried water-hyacinths being woven into various products like baskets, bags, wallets, and shoes.Take a break at a local garden to enjoy some cups

of tea while listening to traditional music.

14:00 pm- 16:00 pm

You will then return to your boat, crossing the Mekong River, one of the world’s longest rivers, to reach An Bình Island. Enjoy lunch with authentic Mekong specialties at an eatery run by Ut Trinh family

16:00 pm- 17:00 pm

End the trip visit a brick kiln, where you can witness the traditional hand-made method that passed down generations. It might be busy sometimes but if you are interested in the local cottage industry. The tour will culminate in Vinh Long city. From here, continue by car to Can Tho.You enjoy free time in night.

Day 2: Can Tho

9:00 am- 10:30 am

After an early breakfast at your hotel, get on a local motorized boat for a cruise to the small-scale Cai Rang

floating market. In the past, when there were no concrete bridges, it was the most lively trading spot where

you could see a profusion of boats laden with fruits, vegetables and all manner of groceries. With the

urbanization and development of infrastructure, there are much fewer boats gathering for trading nowadays,

however, you can still feel the rustic vibes of a traditional floating market.

14:00 pm- 15:00 pm

Visit a Fine Rice Vermicelli – Banh Hoi – workshop, where you can witness the process of making this traditional Vietnamese delicacy.

15:00 pm- 16:00 pm

Shuttle to an organic cacao farm. Learn about the fascinating history of cacao and how it is made into chocolates, wines, and other products. Enjoy a refreshing glass of cacao milk and taste some delectable cacao wine.Transfer back to your hotel.

Day 3: Can Tho- Chau Doc

7:00 am- 10:00 am

Drive toward the Cambodian border and the town of Chau Doc. Chau Doc is a friendly riverside community where Buddhism and Islam co-exist side by side, due to its close proximity to Cambodia and its ethnic Cham minority.

14:00 pm- 15:30 pm

Drive to Tra Su, about 30 kilometers southwest of Chau Doc, an ecosystem of cajuput trees and a flooded mangrove forest which are the home of many species of water birds, bats, flora and fauna. Take alocal boat and be paddled through the carpet of dense green ferns (seasonal) to explore this wonderful nature.

15:30 pm

Return Chau Doc, you can relax in hotel or hang out outside. You can walk on street and buy sometimes.

Day 3: Can Tho- Chau Doc

7:00 am- 9:00 am

Fishing is at the heart of farming in the Mekong Delta and next you will visit a floating village and fishery to

learn about the lives of the countless families whose livelihoods rely on this industry. An early morning visit to

floating homes where villagers cultivate freshwater fish and shrimps in nets and wire baskets under their

houses and sell them to passing boats.

NOTES

* OPERATES: 4 days/3nights

* INCLUSIONS: Transportation, English speaking guide, Tours & Activities as mentioned, Boat trip, Local

standard bike, Meals as mentioned, Mineral water on car

* EXCLUSIONS: Accomodation, Drinks at mentioned Meals, Tips and Gratuities

*REMARKS: Accommodation is not included in the Package Tariff