
Mekong Delta: Cai Be, Can Tho, Chau Doc & Tra Su Forest 3-Day Tour
Explore the beauty, culture, and traditions of the Mekong Delta on a 3-day, 2-night journey from Ho Chi Minh City through Cai Be, Can Tho, and Chau Doc. Discover traditional floating markets, ancient houses, coconut candy workshops, and peaceful countryside villages. Enjoy tropical fruits, Southern Vietnamese folk music, a local cooking class, and scenic sampan rides. Experience the famous Cai Rang Floating Market, explore Khmer culture at Munir Ansay Pagoda, and discover the lush waterways of Tra Su Forest. On the final day, choose between continuing to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, or returning to Ho Chi Minh City after exploring Chau Doc's cultural landmarks.
- Discover Cai Be Floating Market: Explore the traditional floating market area and learn about the Mekong Delta's river trading heritage.
- Explore Traditional Ancient Houses: Discover the architecture and cultural traditions of historic countryside homes in Cai Be.
- Visit a Coconut Candy Workshop: Learn how traditional coconut sweets are produced using local ingredients.
- Enjoy Tropical Fruits & Southern Folk Music: Taste seasonal fruits while listening to traditional Southern Vietnamese folk performances.
- Experience a Hand-Rowed Sampan Ride: Glide through peaceful, shaded canals surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
- Join a Vietnamese Cooking Class: Discover regional cooking techniques and enjoy a traditional lunch at a local garden house.
- Cycle Through Countryside Villages: Explore quiet village paths, meet local residents, and visit Ba Kiet's Ancient House.
- Discover Cai Rang Floating Market: Experience one of the Mekong Delta's most famous floating markets and observe traditional river trading activities.
- Visit a Traditional Noodle Factory: Learn about local noodle-making techniques and the region's culinary heritage.
- Explore Munir Ansay Pagoda: Admire Khmer Buddhist architecture and discover the cultural traditions of the Khmer community in Can Tho.
- Discover Con Son Fruit Orchards: Explore lush tropical gardens and experience the peaceful rural lifestyle of Can Tho.
- Explore Tra Su Forest by Rowing Boat: Enjoy a scenic journey through the lush flooded forest and its tranquil waterways.
- Experience Chau Doc's Cultural Heritage: On the Ho Chi Minh City return option, visit a floating village, Cham village, Chau Doc Market, Hang Pagoda, and Ba Chua Xu Temple.
- Optional Journey to Phnom Penh: Choose to continue from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh, Cambodia, on the final day, with transport arrangements subject to availability.
- Enjoy Two Overnight Stays: Experience a deeper Mekong Delta journey with one night in Can Tho and one night in Chau Doc.
- Comfortable Group Experience: Travel with a maximum of 25 guests in an air-conditioned 29-seat bus accompanied by an English-speaking guide.
- Depart from Ho Chi Minh city
- Duration 3 days 2 nights
- Bicycle
- Boat
- Coach
Departure schedule
Nov 12, 2026
November 2026
December 2026
Travellers
Adults
$234
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Itinerary
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be - Can Tho (Lunch)
07:00 – 07:30: Pick up from designated hotels in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Depart for Cai Be by air-conditioned bus to begin your three-day journey through the Mekong Delta.
Morning – Cai Be & Mekong Delta Exploration
- Enjoy a scenic boat ride in Cai Be and explore the floating market area, discovering the region's traditional river trading culture.
- Visit a traditional ancient house to admire the distinctive architecture and cultural heritage of the Mekong Delta.
- Stop at a coconut candy workshop to learn how traditional coconut sweets are produced using local ingredients.
- Taste fresh seasonal tropical fruits while enjoying a live performance of traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music.
- Experience a peaceful hand-rowed sampan ride along narrow, shaded canals surrounded by lush tropical vegetation.
Noon – Cooking Class & Local Lunch
Visit a local garden house to join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class. Discover traditional regional cooking techniques and enjoy a delicious lunch featuring local specialties in a peaceful countryside setting.
Afternoon – Village Cycling & Can Tho
- Enjoy a relaxing bicycle ride through quiet countryside villages, passing tropical gardens and traditional local houses.
- Visit Ba Kiet's Ancient House to discover the region's distinctive architecture and historical heritage.
- Meet local residents and experience the everyday rhythms of rural life in the Mekong Delta.
Continue to Can Tho. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel and enjoy an overnight stay.
Overnight: Can Tho.
Day 2: Can Tho - Cai Rang Floating Market - Tra Su Forest - Chau Doc (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Morning – Cai Rang Floating Market & Can Tho Discovery
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before beginning your exploration of Can Tho and its surrounding countryside.
- Board a boat to discover the famous Cai Rang Floating Market, one of the Mekong Delta's best-known river markets. Observe traditional trading activities and the distinctive lifestyle of local river communities.
- Visit a traditional noodle factory to learn how local noodles are produced using regional ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Explore Munir Ansay Pagoda, a beautiful Khmer Buddhist temple featuring distinctive architectural details and reflecting the cultural heritage of the Khmer community in Can Tho.
- Visit Con Son Tourist Area and stroll through lush tropical fruit orchards while discovering the peaceful rural lifestyle of the Mekong Delta.
Noon – Lunch in Can Tho
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Can Tho before continuing your journey to Chau Doc.
Afternoon – Tra Su Forest Exploration
Travel to Tra Su Forest, a remarkable flooded forest area known for its lush vegetation and peaceful waterways. Enjoy a relaxing rowing boat ride through the forest, surrounded by beautiful natural scenery, and discover the tranquil atmosphere of this distinctive wetland environment.
Continue to Chau Doc. Enjoy dinner and check in at your hotel for an overnight stay.
Overnight: Chau Doc.
Day 3: Chau Doc - Phnom Penh or Ho Chi Minh City (Two Options)
Option 1 – Chau Doc to Phnom Penh (Breakfast)
06:30: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Chau Doc and complete the check-out procedures.
07:00: Depart by speedboat to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Enjoy a scenic journey along the waterways, with an approximate travel time of 5 hours.
Arrive in Phnom Penh. End of tour services.
Important: The tour inclusion section lists a fast boat or bus ticket to Phnom Penh, depending on real-time availability. The Cambodia visa fee is not included.
Option 2 – Chau Doc to Ho Chi Minh City (Breakfast, Lunch)
06:30: Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Chau Doc before beginning your final day of sightseeing.
Morning – Chau Doc Cultural & Historical Highlights
- Visit a floating village to discover the traditional lifestyle and daily activities of local river communities.
- Explore a Cham village and learn about the distinctive cultural traditions of the Cham community.
- Visit Chau Doc Market to experience the lively atmosphere of local trade and discover regional products.
- Explore Hang Pagoda, a Buddhist temple known for its peaceful setting and religious significance.
- Visit Ba Chua Xu Temple, an important spiritual destination associated with the religious traditions of the region.
Noon – Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant along the return route to Ho Chi Minh City.
Afternoon – Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Continue your journey back to Ho Chi Minh City by air-conditioned bus.
17:30 – 18:00: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. End of the three-day Mekong Delta tour.
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Important information
Tour price includes
Included
- Transportation by air-conditioned 29-seat bus and boat trips in the Mekong Delta.
- English-speaking tour guide.
- Entrance fees.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary: Day 1 – Lunch; Day 2 – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner; Day 3 – Breakfast for the Phnom Penh option, or Breakfast and Lunch for the Ho Chi Minh City return option.
- One night of accommodation at a 3-star hotel in Can Tho, based on twin or double sharing.
- One night of accommodation at a standard hotel in Chau Doc.
- Fast boat or bus ticket to Phnom Penh, subject to real-time availability.
- One bottle of mineral water per person per day.
Not Included
- Travel insurance.
- Tips and personal expenses.
- Additional meals and beverages.
- Cambodia visa fee for the Phnom Penh option.
- Single-room supplement.
Good to know
Departure Information
- Daily departures.
- Standard Group Tour with a maximum of 25 travelers.
- Transportation by air-conditioned 29-seat bus.
- Tour duration: 3 days and 2 nights.
- Hotel pickup time: 07:00–07:30 on the first day.
Pickup and Meeting Point
- Hotel pickup is available in District 1, except Sai Gon Ward and Tan Dinh Ward.
- Departure is available from designated hotels in District 1 or the meeting point.
Accommodation Information
- One overnight stay at a 3-star hotel in Can Tho, based on twin or double sharing.
- One overnight stay at a standard hotel in Chau Doc.
- A 4-star hotel package is also listed as a separate pricing option.
- A single-room supplement is not included.
Day 3 Travel Options
- Option 1: Transfer from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Breakfast is included. The itinerary specifies a speedboat departure at 07:00, while the transportation inclusion allows a fast boat or bus ticket depending on real-time availability.
- Option 2: Return from Chau Doc to Ho Chi Minh City with morning sightseeing, breakfast, and lunch included. Expected arrival: 17:30–18:00.
- The Cambodia visa fee is not included for travelers choosing the Phnom Penh option.
Children's Policy
- Children under 3 years old: Free of charge when sharing with parents.
- Children aged 4–9 years: 75% of the adult rate when sharing with parents.
- Children above 9 years old: Adult rate applies.
- A maximum of one free child is allowed per two paying adults. Additional children are charged the full rate.
Cancellation Policy
- A 100% cancellation charge applies.
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