Song Xanh Sampan Mekong Cruise 03 Days 02 Nights

• Explore the canal network of Mekong Delta
• Enjoy the senses of the bustling Cai Rang, Cho Moi floating markets
• Experience the culture and taste the typical foods with special cuisines.

• This tour is great for any individuals, couples as well as small groups who want to briefly explore Mekong Delta

• At 6h30 in the morning, Far East Tour’s driver picks you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and transfer you to Cai Be.
• At 10 AM, get welcome onboard.
• After your installation, the cruise will begin with the visit of Cai Be colorful floating market cruising among local barges full of fruits and vegetables.
• Visits will be made at an ancient mandarin house dating from 1890. Then come other stops at some local home factories which will allow you to observe how rice paste, coconut candies and other specialties are traditionally made.
• We will proceed to Phu An hamlet, an untouched beautiful area reflecting some of the best sights the Mekong Delta can offer. Song Xanh Sampan
• 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 proceed to Sa Dec cruising the Tien Giang river, one of the two large arms of the Mekong.
• These evergreen islands among the Mekong River bring about large networks of meandering rivers, criss-crossed with countless arroyos, and remaining unknown to many people.
• We will then cruise on a small beautiful canal through water jacinth plantations… You will take a small rowing boat for a cruise along a narrow canal passing by a local tiny village and fruit plantations.
• Further on the banks, some dark smokes in the sky will lead us to one of the largest artisanal bricks and tiles factory where you will have an interesting visit.Lunch
• Sa Dec town will appear like a little “Venice” with numerous narrow canals.
• You will disembark for a guided visit of this charming and peaceful town, walking along its narrow streets where beautiful French old houses, Chinese temples and Vietnamese Dinh are dating from the last century…
• You will visit the local market and the Trung Vuong primary school where well known writer Marguerite Duras spent her childhood (see her famous novel turned into the movie “The Lover”). Before sunset, we will have our last stop on the banks arranged at a splendid ancient house or “Nha Co” dating from the early 19th century. After being greeted by the owners, we will cater a delicious dinner for you, an unforgettable experience in a unique atmosphere. First night on the Mekong river…

• The breakfast will be served on board from 7am. Your Sampan will slowly leave Sa Dec and proceed the cruise upstream the river to Long Xuyen, a peaceful provincial town located on the Mekong’s banks. We will pass by several luxuriant islands, crossing countless sampan boats carrying sand, rice, fruits and vegetables, fishes, showing an intense activity on the river. Approaching Long Xuyen, your lunch will be served on board. Later, you will have a quick tour of Long Xuyen  typical center before cruising further to “Cu Lao Ong Ho” (The Tiger Island) for a visit at Ton Duc Thang museum, second president of Vietnam…Twin cabin
• We will proceed upstream on the Mekong river to Chau Doc. Some stops on the banks will be possible for cycling tours to discover deeper the inhabitants life style.
• In the evening, we will organize for you an exciting experience at an ancient house located by the river in the suburbs of Cho Moi, where your dinner will be arranged.
• You will be able to share experiences with family members and learn about traditional Southern Vietnam lifestyle, one of the highlights of your journey on the Mekong which should not be forgotten!
• Back on board your private sampan for your second night on the river.

• Early morning, your breakfast will be served on board while we will be cruising to Chau Doc.
• We will cruise on a little arm of the Mekong where several traditional activities can be observed on the banks (artisanal boat factories, bamboo baskets making, palm leaves cutting, net fishing), as well as old Vietnamese temples dating from late 19th century.
• We will reach Chau Doc late in the morning. Located on the upper Mekong Delta, the town is 280 km south-west of Saigon on to the Cambodian border. With such proximity the local population is an eclectic mix of Cham, Khmer, Chinese and Vietnamese sharing different cultures and historical richness.
• At around 11am, you will disembark at Chau Doc main city pier. Drive back to Saigon.. Tour ends. Far East Tour awaits to serve you next time.

Price from From 1st May to 31st Dec 2010

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• Land transfer: Saigon – Cai Be, Chau Doc – Saigon
• Tour programs as in the itinerary
• Accommodation: twin sharing basis
• Meals as mentioned
• Entrance fees 
• English - speaking guide onboard
• Travel insurance

• Airfares & airport taxes.
• Meals not indicated on itinerary
• Other personal expenses
• Tips & gratuities
• Vietnam Visa
• Other not mentioned