Uniquely MEKONG DELTA river barge cruise 2 days/1 night
Tripcode: VCUMBC2D

This 2-day package river barge trip is unique and offers a glimpse into the agrarian life of the vibrant southern Delta region as we wind our way
through the tributaries of the Mekong Delta. Taste a local cuisine a superb indochine villa located by the river, in a lush tropical garden surrounded by fruit plantations. From our private chartered barge, we are able to closely observe the daily rituals of river life and participate in the bustling commercial activities.

Along the way, we will visit an orchard farm, handicraft villages, and a land market with an abundance of colourful fresh fruits and vegetables. We stay overnight in a traditional land house of a local family near the River. You will have the opportunity to observe the lifestyle of Mekong Delta peoples.

CAI BE / PHU AN / DONG HOA HIEP / AN BINH / VINH LONG / SA DEC

DAY 1 : CAI BE - PHU AN - DONG HOA HIEP - AN BINH (L/D)

Welcome pick up at your hotel in HCMC. This morning we set off for a drive through the Mekong Delta to the town of Cai Be. Welcome on board the Cai Be Princess at 10:30 am. You first stop today is the Cai Be colorful floating market. You then proceed to Phu An hamlet, an untouched beautiful area reflecting some of the best sights the Mekong Delta can offer with some stops at local home factories to observe how rice paste, coconut candies and other regional specialties are made. A delicious lunch will await you at "Le Longanier", a superb Indochinese villa located by the river, in a lush tropical garden surrounded by fruit plantations.

After lunch, your sampan will cruise deeper into the country side on smaller canals. Stops can be made during the cruise to visit some fruit markets and plantations on the banks. Along the river, local houses are still traditionally made of wood and palm tree leaves. On the river banks, you will observe some very large rice fields while cruising between numerous suspended fishing nets, an ancestral way of fishing in the Mekong Delta. You will disembark at an ancient Mandarin house dating from late 19th century located on the river banks. After being greeted by the owners, you will proceed to the check-in formalities and leaded to your room. Dinner and overnight at the ancient house.

DAY 2 : AN BINH - VINH LONG - SA DEC(B/L/-)

After breakfast, back on board your private sampan for your second day cruise in the delta.
You will discover Dong Hoa Hiep island, a peaceful escape where you will be able to discover the rural life style and daily activities of the delta inhabitants such as roofs making with palm tree leaves, a bricks and tiles artisanal factory, net fishing,… Your sampan will proceed up-stream on the Tien Giang River, another large arm of the Mekong to Sa Dec which appearing like a little “Venice” with numerous narrow canals, with various kinds of activities on the banks. Your lunch will be served at Marguerite Duras’ Lover ancient house dating from 1880.

In the afternoon, visit of Sa Dec charming and peaceful town, walking along its narrow streets and beautiful old houses dating from the last century, among some old Chinese temples, ancient Dinh, including the primary school of Marguerite Duras famous writer. (See Marguerite Duras novel turned into a famous movie, “The Lover”). Rejoin car for transfer back to HCMC. End of services.

Packaged P rice Includes:

+ Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services.
+ All private transportation
+ Homestay with breakfast
+ Experienced English or French speaking guide.
+ Private boat trip, bike
+ Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
+ All sightseeing tickets.
+ Tissues and water on coach.
+ Services charges and government tax.
+ Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service.
+ No extra charge after services confirmation
+ 24/7 hotline support guaranteed

Tour price excludes:

+ Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
+ Travel insurance
+ Beverage
+ Other services not mentioned above.