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 ME KONG QUEEN

Day 1: Sai Gon- Cai Be- Can Tho

9:00 am- 10:30 am

Cai Be town, in the heart of the Mekong Delta.On arrival, board a traditional charming boat named Mekong Queen at a local pier and start cruising along one of the Mekong river’s branches while sampling local fresh fruits, feeling the cool breeze touching your hair.

10:30 am- 11:30 am

The first stop today is a visit to a local ancient house which was dated back to the 19th century but has been well preserved and proudly passed down through many generations of the family. your cruise for quick visits to local families who make traditional and handicraft products such as decorative plates and handbags.

11:30 am- 12:00 am

Your cruise for quick visits to local families who make traditional and handicraft products such as decorative plates and handbags made from water hyacinth; hammocks made from banana ropes.

Day 2: Can Tho

7:00 am- 10:00 am

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 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- 15:30 pm

Continue to explore another part of the city by bike. Hop on a leisurely 10km bike ride along Muong Dinh canal,

where you can enjoy the natural beauty of the area. Meander along narrow village roads, pass through lush fruit

gardens.

14:00 pm- 15:30 pm

Discover the local river life before taking a leisure walk through the village’s shady backroads with fruitful orchards along the way.

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. Arrive your around noon with lunch on your own

14:00 pm- 16:30 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 a local boat and

be paddled through the carpet of dense green ferns (seasonal) to explore this wonderful nature. Return to Chau

Doc.

Day 4: Chau Doc – Sai Gon
7:00 am- 10:00 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. Take journey of approximately 5.5 hours to return to Saigon afterward.

NOTES
*OPERATES: 4 days/3nights
*INCLUSIONS: Transportation, Mineral water on car, English speaking guide, Tours & Activities as
mentioned, Boat trip, Local standard bike, Meals as mentioned.
*EXCLUSIONS: Accomodation, Drinks at mentioned Meals, Tips and Gratuities
*REMARKS: Accommodation is not included in the Package Tariff.