Ho Chi Minh City Trip Overview
Cai Lay, Cai Be and Tan Phong are small villages in Mekong delta, one of the less traveled part of the Mekong just a quick drive away from HCM city. You will enjoy a stunning short bike ride through remote villages stretching along beautiful paddy fields ( around 3 km) and fantastic boat ride through the narrow channels among the Delta’s incredible scenery. We ensure you will be amazed by lots of the locals’ activities on their paddy fields, orchards and at the local market..
At Cai Be town, we will have a boat ride to remaining site of a very renowned wholesale floating market on Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to know something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of the modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high-technique of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River. .
Additional Info
Duration: 1 day
Starts: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Trip Category: Day Trips & Excursions >> Private Day Trips
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Cai Lay, Cai Be and Tan Phong are small villages in Mekong delta, one of the less traveled part of the Mekong just a quick drive away from HCM city. You will enjoy a stunning short bike ride through remote villages stretching along beautiful paddy fields ( around 3 km) and fantastic boat ride through the narrow channels among the Delta’s incredible scenery. We ensure you will be amazed by lots of the locals’ activities on their paddy fields, orchards and at the local market..
At Cai Be town, we will have a boat ride to remaining site of a very renowned wholesale floating market on Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to know something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of the modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high-technique of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River. .
Itinerary
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Pass By: Mekong Delta, Mekong Delta
7 AM : Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city. Depart for Cai Be by private car/van via Trung Luong Expressway.
Stop At: Cai Lay, Cai Lay, Tien Giang Province, Mekong Delta
At Cai Lay town, we will stop to visit a beautiful and colorful local Cao Dai Temple, Vietnamese religion.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Cai Be Floating Market, Cai Be Vietnam
Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to remaining site of a very renowned wholesale floating market on Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to know something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of the modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high-technique of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River. .
Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and get to know about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals are making coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tan Phong, Tan Phong, Tien Giang Province, Mekong Delta
Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival in Tan Phong Island, let yourself immerse in the tranquility of nature.
At the lunchtime, you not only enjoy luscious food, but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked by your own and served in the heart of the local 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.
Duration: 2 hours
