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Mekong Delta Discovery: My Tho, Can Tho & Floating Markets – 2 Days

2 D / 1 N Easy Private

2 Days 1 Nights

Private Tour Type

Easy Difficulty

Ho Chi Minh City Depart From

Experience the vibrant life of the Mekong Delta on a two-day journey from Ho Chi Minh City. Discover My Tho's tranquil waterways, enjoy local music and fruit, then spend a night in Can Tho before witnessing the bustling Cai Rang floating market.

Destinations & Route

Ho Chi Minh city → My Tho → Can Tho → Ho Chi Minh city

Ho Chi Minh City

My Tho

Can Tho

Tour Overview

Overview of Your Mekong Delta Adventure

This two-day, one-night tour offers a captivating exploration of Vietnam's fertile Mekong Delta region. Departing from Ho Chi Minh City, you'll travel to My Tho to begin your riverine experience, cruising through narrow canals and visiting local workshops. The journey continues to Can Tho, where you'll spend the night, ready for an early morning visit to the iconic Cai Rang floating market. This itinerary provides an authentic glimpse into the daily lives of people who thrive on the water, surrounded by lush orchards and traditional culture.

Tour Highlights

Navigating the intricate waterways of My Tho by traditional boat.
Savoring tropical fruits while enjoying Southern Vietnamese folk music.
Tasting the unique Elephant's Ear Fish during an island lunch.
Visiting the historic Vinh Trang Pagoda, a significant architectural site.
Witnessing the lively commerce at the Cai Rang floating market from a boat.
Exploring local orchards and sampling fresh produce and green tea.

Route Summary

Your adventure begins in Ho Chi Minh City, heading south to My Tho for a day of river exploration. From My Tho, you will transfer to Can Tho for your overnight stay. The second day focuses on Can Tho's famous floating market before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Who This Tour Suits

This tour is ideal for active travelers, families, and those with children who wish to experience the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Mekong Delta. It offers a blend of relaxation and engaging activities, providing insights into local life and traditions.

Practical Information

The tour includes comfortable private vehicle transfers between cities and local boat trips for exploring the delta. Meals are provided as specified in the itinerary. Accommodation is arranged in Can Tho, offering a chance to unwind after a day of discovery. Be prepared for early mornings to catch the floating market at its most active.

Tour Highlights

Cruising along the tranquil Mekong Delta waterways near My Tho.
Enjoying fresh tropical fruits and traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music.
Savoring a unique lunch featuring the local specialty, Elephant's Ear Fish.
Exploring the intricate architecture of the ancient Vinh Trang Pagoda.
Witnessing the vibrant daily trade at the Cai Rang floating market by boat.
Visiting a local family's orchard for fruit tasting and refreshing green tea.

Tour Accommodation

Victoria Can Tho Resort

Can Tho Night 1

Wink Hotel Can Tho

Can Tho Night 1

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Your adventure begins in the morning with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. A private vehicle will transport you to My Tho, a peaceful city nestled within the expansive Mekong Delta. Upon arrival, prepare for a full day of immersion into the region's unique aquatic landscape. You'll embark on a boat trip, navigating along serene narrow waterways, offering picturesque views of the fertile paddy fields and glimpses of water buffalo in their natural habitat.

During the boat excursion, you'll have the opportunity to visit various local orchards, where you can observe the cultivation of tropical fruits. The journey also includes stops at traditional local houses, providing insight into the craft of making rice paper. A highlight of the day is enjoying a selection of tropical fruits while being entertained by a captivating Southern traditional “Tai Tu music” show, a cultural experience unique to the region. Lunch will be served at a local restaurant situated on an island, featuring the distinctive Elephant’s Ear Fish.

Following your delightful boat trip and lunch, you will continue your journey by private vehicle towards Can Tho. En route, a stop will be made to explore the ancient Vinh Trang Pagoda, renowned for its beautiful architecture and tranquil atmosphere. Upon reaching Can Tho in the afternoon, you will check into your hotel. The evening is free for leisure before enjoying a charming dinner at a restaurant located on a branch of the Hau River, concluding your first day in the Mekong Delta.

Activities

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to My Tho
Take a boat trip along Mekong Delta waterways
Visit local orchards and rice-paper making houses
Enjoy tropical fruits and a “Tai Tu music” show
Have lunch with Elephant’s Ear Fish
Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
Transfer to Can Tho and check into hotel
Dine at a riverside restaurant

L,D Hotel in Can Tho Private vehicle, Boat trip, Rowing boat

Accommodation Options

Wink Hotel Can Tho

HotelCan Tho

Victoria Can Tho Resort

ResortCan Tho

Begin your second day with an early breakfast at your hotel in Can Tho. Afterwards, you will be transferred to the pier to board a boat for a captivating ride along the Mekong River, often referred to as one of Asia's most significant and vibrant waterways. The primary destination for the morning is the renowned Cai Rang floating market, a bustling hub of commerce where local vendors sell their produce directly from their boats. Witnessing the lively exchanges and the unique trading culture on the water provides an authentic glimpse into daily life in the delta.

Following the visit to the floating market, your boat will continue cruising through smaller canals, offering a more intimate perspective of the delta's intricate network of waterways. This part of the journey includes a stop at a local family's residence and their thriving orchard. Here, you'll have the chance to interact with the residents, learn about their livelihood, and sample a variety of fresh tropical fruits directly from the source, accompanied by refreshing green tea.

After these enriching experiences, you will board your private vehicle for the return journey to Ho Chi Minh City. The scenic drive back allows for reflection on the unique sights and sounds of the Mekong Delta. The tour concludes around 17:00, with a drop-off at your designated location in Ho Chi Minh City, marking the end of your memorable two-day exploration.

Activities