1-Day Cai Rang Floating Market-Vinh Long-Cai Be-Group of 10 Max
Cai Rang, a Floating Market in Can Tho province, is one of the three largest floating markets in the Mekong Delta. Visitors will be captivated by the bustling and lively ambiance of this market. The market's shops and stalls consist of boats of varying sizes, each specializing in unique food offerings displayed on masts for easy viewing. Observing the market's activities also allows visitors to gain insights into the cultural aspects of the Southerners.
Anticipated Experiences: Explore the largest floating market and sample the fresh fruits offered by local vendors while immersing yourself in the tranquility of the expansive rice paddies and waterways. Visitors can also visit a food boat for a beverage and breakfast.
- Engage in a cooking class and savor dishes prepared by locals using traditional recipes.
- Participate in kayaking on the river and cycling around the village.
Options
Private Deluxe Tour
outdoor: Floating Market, Boat trip, Sampan boat, Biking,
Deluxe private tour
Duration: 1 day
Vietnamese meals: Breakfast/lunch
From Ho Chi Minh City: Can Tho City-Cai Rang Floating Market - Vinh Long - Cai Be-Ho Chi Minh City
Minivan/Car
Pickup included
What's included in 1-Day Cai Rang Floating Market-Vinh Long-Cai Be-Group of 10 Max
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Cai Rang Floating Market
Don't forget, we'll pick you up at your hotel bright and early at 4:30 AM and leave for Can Tho City. It takes approximately 3 hours to get to the City. The Cai Rang Floating Market is bustling from sunrise until around 9 AM, and that's when we'll head there by boat, about a 30-minute ride. You'll have the chance to hop on a merchant boat and check out all the colorful fruits like mangoes, rambutans, longans, and the "King of fruit" durian. While on the boat, you'll taste some delicious street foods like Pho, Bun Rieu, Com Tam, and Hu Tieu. We'll also see how noodles and rice paper "Banh Trang" are made and take a leisurely walk around the countryside. Of course, we can't miss out on trying tropical fruits, sipping hot tea, and going on a fun fishing trip. After that, we'll head to Vinh Long - Cai Be.
Cai Be
Join our cooking class and have lunch at a homestay in Tan Phong Islet in Vinh Long Province. Immerse yourself in the local culture by pedaling a bicycle, kayaking, and participating in spiritual activities that are part of the South Vietnam cultural heritage. We will walk along the canal bank to visit local specialties in the Mekong, such as Pop Rice Cake, Coconut Candy, and Tropical Rice Wine. Afterward, we will return to the boat to explore the Kingdom of Vinh Long Red Pottery, representing the Mekong Delta's traditional aesthetic and culture. Next, we'll stop at a local village for a rowing boat sampan ride, which will take you deeper into the countryside through smaller canals lined with mangrove trees and various fruits. You'll also have the chance to listen to local artists perform music and taste seasonal fruits in the Mekong Delta in Cai Be. The tour will conclude with a drop-off at your hotel around 5:00 PM.
Inclusions
- Drinking water and Tissue
- Breakfast and Big Lunch (set menu)
- All Boat trip, English speaking guide, All entrance fees
- A/c van picks up and drop off (centrally located hotel)
- Personal expenses
- Tips/gratuities for a local guide.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Meeting / End Points
- The office is located behind Kim Lien Pagoda, District 4
