Day 1: Saigon – My Tho – Can Tho (Lunch/Dinner)

Ho Chi Minh City - Morning: Hotel Pickup

A friendly tour guide will collect you from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City for a picturesque drive to the Mekong Delta. After about 2 hours, you will reach My Tho, a delightful town celebrated for its scenic beauty, the charm of Vietnamese women, lush fruit orchards, and the soulful Đờn ca tài tử music, recognized by UNESCO as a traditional folk art.

My Tho - Upon reaching My Tho, embark on a relaxing boat cruise along the Tien River, visiting four islands, each symbolizing a mythical creature from Southeast Asian culture: Dragon, Kirin, Tortoise, and Phoenix.

At Kirin Island, enjoy freshly made coconut candy, visit a local bee farm to taste their specialty honey, and wander through orchard gardens to sample seasonal tropical fruits. Experience live Đờn Ca Tài Tử performances, adding a rich cultural element to your visit.

My Tho - Next, unwind on a rowboat as you glide through a serene mangrove palm canal, surrounded by the Delta’s waterways. Then, enjoy a nostalgic horse-drawn carriage ride through the village, reminiscent of 19th-century local transport.

Lunch at a Riverside Restaurant: Afterward, head to a scenic riverside restaurant for a delicious Mekong Delta-style lunch. Relish the fresh, flavorful local specialties, crafted with regional ingredients.

Can Tho - After lunch, continue your journey to Can Tho, the largest and most vibrant city in the Mekong Delta. Known as Vietnam’s rice capital, Can Tho offers a lively atmosphere and much to explore.

Upon arriving in Can Tho, enjoy the evening at your leisure. Stroll along the riverfront, visit bustling night markets, or relax at your hotel after a fulfilling day. Dinner will be served at a local restaurant in Can Tho.

Can Tho – Saigon (Breakfast/Lunch)

Cai Rang Floating Market - On day 2, choose between two starting times: 5:00 AM or 7:00 AM.

If you opt for 5:00 AM, explore the famous Cai Rang Floating Market at its most vibrant, then return to your hotel for a delightful breakfast. If you choose 7:00 AM, it’s recommended to have breakfast before meeting your guide.

While Cai Rang Floating Market operates all day, the best time to experience its lively atmosphere is early morning, around 6:00 AM. The market is especially colorful and bustling in the weeks leading up to Lunar New Year, with boats filled with festive goods and produce.

Cai Rang Floating Market - Cai Rang Floating Market Experience: Begin your adventure with a 30-minute boat ride along the Hau River from Ninh Kieu Wharf, witnessing the floating market’s spectacle. Enjoy a light breakfast onboard, with options like tropical fruits, refreshing drinks, or the traditional Vietnamese dish, Hu Tieu (a hot rice noodle soup)—highly recommended by Gordon Ramsay. The market is a feast for both the eyes and taste buds!

Cai Rang Floating Market - Explore the Noodle Workshop: Visit a noodle workshop to see the art of Vietnamese noodle-making. From rice-based noodles to creative variations, gain insight into local culinary traditions. Don’t miss trying a unique noodle pizza, a delicious dish exclusive to this tour!

Can Tho - Relaxing Walk through the Orchard Gardens: Take a leisurely walk through a vast ecological orchard garden, sampling fresh tropical fruits straight from the trees. The lush surroundings and natural beauty make this a relaxing and memorable tour highlight.

Can Tho - Visit Vinh Trang Temple: Continue with a visit to Vinh Trang Temple, an architectural marvel blending Asian and European styles. The temple’s intricate designs and serene atmosphere offer a perfect opportunity to reflect and appreciate Mekong Delta culture.

Ho Chi Minh City - Before returning to Saigon, enjoy a delicious lunch at a Mekong restaurant, featuring a variety of local specialties. After lunch, begin your journey back to the city, concluding your unforgettable 2-day, 1-night Mekong Delta experience.

• Private car for hotel pick up and drop off
• Travel by both motor and rowing boat
• Air-conditioned car transportation
• Choice of accommodation: hotel, homestay, or bungalow
• Services of an English-speaking guide
• Lunch, dinner, and breakfast included
• Fresh fruits and honey tea served
• All entrance fees covered

• Other meals not mentioned in itinerary
• Tips and personal expenses

No traveler in their right mind would miss Vietnam’s Mekong River Delta. The vibrant array of towns scattered along the Mekong River’s banks are graced with stunning blue skies, abundant exotic fruits, and adorned with markets, temples, and colonial-era mansions. It’s a place to relax in a hammock or glide downstream in a sampan. It’s where you’ll enjoy your most unforgettable meals in Vietnam. And naturally, it’s where you’ll encounter the friendliest Vietnamese, along with ethnic minorities who have settled on the water. Here are five destinations in the Mekong Delta for modern-day adventurers.

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