This river market is still the principal attraction on a boat tour from Vinh Long, though it has shrunk considerably due to the building of bridges in the delta and the subsequent transportation of goods by road rather than river. The market is at its best around 6am. Wholesalers on big boats moor here, each specialising in different types of fruit or vegetable, hanging samples of their goods from tall wooden poles. It’s an hour by boat from Vinh Long.
Full day trip itinerary for discovery the Cai be floating village
6: 30 AM : We pick you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city. Depart for Cai Be by car/van via Trung Luong Expressway.
On arrival in Cai Be, set off for the Cai Be floating market by motor boats and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on their vessels. Visit a small family business to see how coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn are made. Then wander in small villages, visit fruit plantations, accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music.
Afterwards, paddling through a series of small canals to experience the charm of the Upper Mekong Delta. Arrive in Tan Phong Island, the green pearl where you can enjoy yourself with the nature.
Lunch time is a good chance to get closer with the local and you will learn how to prepare special Vietnamese dishes. Food is cooked by yourself, and fresh river food is served in the heart of the garden.
Cycle in the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
| Grade tour | Price per person in US$ | Single supplement |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Adult (from 12 years old) | Child (1st) (From 4 – 11 years old) | ||
| PRICE/PERSON | $50 | $39 | |
(Seasonal prices apply and will be confirmed when booking! All rates are quoted in US$)
Excluded: Travel insurance, personal costs & tips, other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
