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Mekong Delta 2-Day Tour: Ben Tre, Can Tho, and Cai Rang the Biggest Floating Market

Highlights

🗓️ Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho

1. Morning: Depart from Ho Chi Minh City

  • Hotel pick-up in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Drive to My Tho – gateway to the Mekong Delta

2. Vinh Trang Pagoda

  • Visit a beautiful 19th-century Buddhist temple surrounded by gardens and giant Buddha statues

3. Mekong River Cruise

  • Cruise by traditional sampan boat around the Four Islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix & Tortoise
  • Explore Unicorn Island on foot:
  • Walk through fruit orchards & peaceful village paths
  • Taste fresh tropical fruits
  • Enjoy live Vietnamese folk music

4. Thoi Son Canal & Local Workshops

  • Row through the quiet, palm-lined Thoi Son Canal
  • Visit:
    • A bee farm (with honey tea tasting)
    • A coconut candy workshop
    • A family-run handicraft business

5. Lunch & Rest

  • Enjoy a tasty Vietnamese lunch at a riverside restaurant
  • Relax in a hammock or take a short break

6. Afternoon Option: Explore or Rest

  • Option 1: Cycle around Tan Thach Village & meet friendly locals
  • Option 2: Relax and enjoy the Mekong breeze

7. Evening Transfer to Can Tho

  • Arrive in Can Tho
  • Free time to relax or explore

Overnight stay: Choose between a hotel in the city or a countryside homestay


🗓️ Day 2: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City

1. Early Morning: Floating Market Adventure

  • Breakfast at your hotel or homestay
  • Boat trip along the scenic Bassac River
  • Visit Cai Rang Floating Market – the largest and most vibrant market in the Mekong Delta
  • Watch locals trade fresh produce and goods directly from their boats

2. Local Life & Craftsmanship

  • Visit a local fruit plantation
  • Stop by a traditional rice noodle factory to see how local noodles are made

3. Cultural Visits

  • Binh Thuy Ancient House – a charming mix of Vietnamese & French colonial architecture
  • Munir Ansay Pagoda – a colorful Khmer Buddhist temple with intricate carvings

4. Lunch & Return to Saigon

  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Can Tho
  • Relax during the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive in late afternoon

1. A/C van or bus transfers (from centrally located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City)

2. All boat trips in the Mekong Delta

3. English-speaking tour guide
(Other languages available upon request)

4. All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary

5. Meals as indicated:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch

6. Accommodation (based on your choice):

  • 3 Star Hotel (twin/double share): Hau Giang Hotel, Anh Dao Mekong Hotel, Saigon Can Tho
  • 2 Star Hotel (twin/double share): Hau Giang 2 Hotel
  • Local homestay with dinner included

We require a minimum of 10 adults to operate a group tour.

If you’re interested, but we have fewer than 10 adults, we’d be happy to check availability for your preferred date. If the group doesn’t meet the minimum, we can place you on a waiting list and notify you as soon as the minimum number is reached.

Alternatively, you may choose to book a private tour at a higher rate, which offers a more personalized and flexible experience tailored to your preferences.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Private Group Tour Price:

Group SizePrice DetailsExample Calculation
1–2 guests
Flat rate: $611 USD total
1 or 2 guests = $611 total
1–4 guestsFlat rate: $846 USD total3 or 4 guests = $846 USD total

 

1. What’s included in the tour package?

  • Round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City
  • English-speaking guide
  • All boat trips & entrance fees per itinerary
  • Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
  • Accommodation (choose one): Three Star Hotel: Hau Giang, Anh Dao Mekong, Saigon Can Tho/ Two Star Hotel: Hau Giang 2/ or Local homestay with dinner included

Note: Other meals, personal expenses, and travel insurance are not included.


2. When is the best time to go?

The dry season (December to May) offers the best weather, ideal for boat rides and outdoor exploration.


3. How long is the travel time?
From HCM city to My Tho city: ~2 hours. And from My Tho city to
Can Tho city: ~3–3.5 hours (for Cai Rang Floating Market)


4. Is the Cai Rang Floating Market included?

Yes! You’ll visit Cai Rang early on Day 2 — the largest and most active floating market in the Mekong Delta.


5. What accommodation options are available?

Choose between:

  • 3★ or 2★ hotels (twin/double share)
  • Local homestay with dinner — for a more cultural experience

6. Are meals included?

Yes, as noted in the itinerary. Enjoy authentic local dishes with each included meal.


7. What should I bring?

We recommend:

  • Light, comfortable clothing
  • Sunscreen, insect repellent
  • Hat, sunglasses
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Personal meds & cash for tips or extras

8. Is the tour suitable for children or elderly travelers?

Yes, it’s suitable for most ages. Some walking and boat rides are involved — contact us if you have concerns or mobility needs.


9. Can the tour be customized?

Yes,  private tours can often be tailored to your preferences. Contact Saigon Taste Tours directly to discuss custom options.

Highlights

🗓️ Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho

1. Morning: Depart from Ho Chi Minh City

  • Hotel pick-up in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Drive to My Tho – gateway to the Mekong Delta

2. Vinh Trang Pagoda

  • Visit a beautiful 19th-century Buddhist temple surrounded by gardens and giant Buddha statues

3. Mekong River Cruise

  • Cruise by traditional sampan boat around the Four Islands: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix & Tortoise
  • Explore Unicorn Island on foot:
  • Walk through fruit orchards & peaceful village paths
  • Taste fresh tropical fruits
  • Enjoy live Vietnamese folk music

4. Thoi Son Canal & Local Workshops

  • Row through the quiet, palm-lined Thoi Son Canal
  • Visit:
    • A bee farm (with honey tea tasting)
    • A coconut candy workshop
    • A family-run handicraft business

5. Lunch & Rest

  • Enjoy a tasty Vietnamese lunch at a riverside restaurant
  • Relax in a hammock or take a short break

6. Afternoon Option: Explore or Rest

  • Option 1: Cycle around Tan Thach Village & meet friendly locals
  • Option 2: Relax and enjoy the Mekong breeze

7. Evening Transfer to Can Tho

  • Arrive in Can Tho
  • Free time to relax or explore

Overnight stay: Choose between a hotel in the city or a countryside homestay


🗓️ Day 2: Can Tho – Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City

1. Early Morning: Floating Market Adventure

  • Breakfast at your hotel or homestay
  • Boat trip along the scenic Bassac River
  • Visit Cai Rang Floating Market – the largest and most vibrant market in the Mekong Delta
  • Watch locals trade fresh produce and goods directly from their boats

2. Local Life & Craftsmanship

  • Visit a local fruit plantation
  • Stop by a traditional rice noodle factory to see how local noodles are made

3. Cultural Visits

  • Binh Thuy Ancient House – a charming mix of Vietnamese & French colonial architecture
  • Munir Ansay Pagoda – a colorful Khmer Buddhist temple with intricate carvings

4. Lunch & Return to Saigon

  • Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Can Tho
  • Relax during the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City

Arrive in late afternoon

1. A/C van or bus transfers (from centrally located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City)

2. All boat trips in the Mekong Delta

3. English-speaking tour guide
(Other languages available upon request)

4. All entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary

5. Meals as indicated:
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch

6. Accommodation (based on your choice):

  • 3 Star Hotel (twin/double share): Hau Giang Hotel, Anh Dao Mekong Hotel, Saigon Can Tho
  • 2 Star Hotel (twin/double share): Hau Giang 2 Hotel
  • Local homestay with dinner included

We require a minimum of 10 adults to operate a group tour.

If you’re interested, but we have fewer than 10 adults, we’d be happy to check availability for your preferred date. If the group doesn’t meet the minimum, we can place you on a waiting list and notify you as soon as the minimum number is reached.

Alternatively, you may choose to book a private tour at a higher rate, which offers a more personalized and flexible experience tailored to your preferences.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions!

Private Group Tour Price:

Group SizePrice DetailsExample Calculation
1–2 guests
Flat rate: $611 USD total
1 or 2 guests = $611 total
1–4 guestsFlat rate: $846 USD total3 or 4 guests = $846 USD total

 

1. What’s included in the tour package?

  • Round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City
  • English-speaking guide
  • All boat trips & entrance fees per itinerary
  • Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch)
  • Accommodation (choose one): Three Star Hotel: Hau Giang, Anh Dao Mekong, Saigon Can Tho/ Two Star Hotel: Hau Giang 2/ or Local homestay with dinner included

Note: Other meals, personal expenses, and travel insurance are not included.


2. When is the best time to go?

The dry season (December to May) offers the best weather, ideal for boat rides and outdoor exploration.


3. How long is the travel time?
From HCM city to My Tho city: ~2 hours. And from My Tho city to
Can Tho city: ~3–3.5 hours (for Cai Rang Floating Market)


4. Is the Cai Rang Floating Market included?

Yes! You’ll visit Cai Rang early on Day 2 — the largest and most active floating market in the Mekong Delta.


5. What accommodation options are available?

Choose between:

  • 3★ or 2★ hotels (twin/double share)
  • Local homestay with dinner — for a more cultural experience

6. Are meals included?

Yes, as noted in the itinerary. Enjoy authentic local dishes with each included meal.


7. What should I bring?

We recommend:

  • Light, comfortable clothing
  • Sunscreen, insect repellent
  • Hat, sunglasses
  • Camera or smartphone
  • Personal meds & cash for tips or extras

8. Is the tour suitable for children or elderly travelers?

Yes, it’s suitable for most ages. Some walking and boat rides are involved — contact us if you have concerns or mobility needs.


9. Can the tour be customized?

Yes,  private tours can often be tailored to your preferences. Contact Saigon Taste Tours directly to discuss custom options.

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