Saigon – Mekong Delta 3 Days, 2 Nights

From Ho Chi Minh City we drive to Cai Be where we board our boat to venture into the green, watery world of the Mekong Delta.

River banks are laden with coconut palms, rice fields, orchards and stilted houses and the water is teeming with boats of all shapes and sizes.

The Mekong comes alive as we enjoy our boat trip past fishing boats, cargo vessels and even floating houses. We enjoy a delighful walk to explore around a local market, various cottage industries and fruit orchards.

Afternoon finds us driving to Can Tho. Here, we spend the night in a local family to experience their way of life. (Lunch and dinner are included).

This morning we take an early boat trip to explore the vibrant floating market of Cai Rang then the fertile tributaries of the Mekong River. The floating markets are a very lively scene, accommodating much of the goods exchange throughout the area. And, the canal system around Can Tho is a fascinating travel network, much more relaxing than the bustling roads.

Next we journey to Ben Tre province, home to lush fruit orchards, rivers and a former stronghold of Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Here, we take a bicycling ride along the banks of Ham Luong River.

Late in the afternoon we settle in with a hospitable local family for cooking demonstrations. We make authentic Vietnamese food, such as succulent Coconut Cake, zesty dipping sauce, fresh Spring Rolls and other dishes.

We then enjoy the family’s gracious hospitality as they share dinner with us. The night is spent in their home to experience their way of life. and an overnight stay to experience river life. (Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included).

Our discovery of the delta’s waterways and flourishing farms is to boat along the Ham Luong River, and take a bicycling ride across small villages and farmlands.

Time is also spent passing through mangroves, coconut and fruit orchards, stopping at our pleasure to savour the delta’s succulent crops and bring us into contact with the local people.

Following our delicious lunch in our host we board our vehicle for our return journey to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving there at around 5pm. (Breakfast and lunch are included).