1 Day Mekong Delta Cai Rang Floating Marke Ancient House Pancake
- 12 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience the vibrant life of the Mekong Delta on a full-day journey that immerses you in the region’s rivers, floating markets, and traditional villages. Begin at the famous Cai Rang Floating Market, where colorful boats and bustling trade showcase the authentic morning rhythm of local life. Visit local fruit gardens, savor fresh produce, and enjoy the soothing sounds of traditional Đờn Ca Tài Tử music. Explore a historic house in Cai Be, try your hand at making bánh xèo, and enjoy a local-style lunch that captures the flavors of the Mekong. This small-group tour offers an intimate and enriching glimpse into the culture, food, and daily life of southern Vietnam.
Inclusions
What's included
- Vietnamese set menu lunch (vegan food available)
- Ride motorboat on the floating market and bicycle in local village
- Breakfast at the local restaurant - Enjoy tropical fruits (4 seasons)
- Cooking and enjoy Vietnamese pancake and noodle
- New transportation with air-conditioner - Traditional music performance
- Wheat cake and wet tissues, Bottled water - Experienced English speaking guide -
- Entrance fee - Attraction tickets - Travel safety insurance
- Hotel pick up & drop off(District 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7,Phu Nhuan,Tan Binh and Binh Thanh) - PRIVATE TOUR
- Hotel pickup in the center of District 1, 3, 4 and Drop-off in District 1 - GROUP TOUR
What's not
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Tips
Itinerary
04:30 Hotel Pick-Up & Welcome: Relax as our air-conditioned minivan collects you from your hotel in District 1, 3, or 4 (private option can extend to Districts 2, 5, 7, Phu Nhuan, Tan Binh and Binh Thanh). Your guide will greet you and provide a brief introduction to the day ahead. 05:00 Scenic Drive to Cai Rang Floating Market: Enjoy a comfortable drive through the Mekong Delta countryside. Pass lush rice paddies, small villages, and tropical orchards while your guide shares insights into local culture, history, and daily life along the river. 07:45 Breakfast at Local Restaurant: Upon arrival near Cai Rang, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese breakfast at a local riverside eatery (Noodle or Hu Tiu). Savor freshly prepared dishes while soaking in the tranquil morning ambiance of the delta.
08:10 Cai Rang Floating Market Exploration: Board a motorized boat to navigate the bustling canals of the famous Cai Rang Floating Market. Witness vendors selling fruits, vegetables, and local products directly from their boats. Capture authentic scenes of river life and enjoy the colorful sights of floating shops. 09:30 Hủ Tiếu Making Experience: Learn how to prepare hủ tiếu, a signature noodle dish of the Mekong Delta. Your guide and local chefs will demonstrate the process and share culinary tips, giving you a hands-on taste of traditional southern Vietnamese cuisine. 10:15 Local Fruit Garden & Traditional Music: Visit a riverside fruit garden to taste seasonal tropical fruits and sip Vietnamese tea. Listen to Đờn Ca Tài Tử, the traditional southern Vietnamese folk music, as your guide explains local customs and agricultural practices.
12:00 Transfer to Cai Be & Visit Ancient House: Cruise further along the Mekong to Cai Be, where you’ll explore the historic Ancient House. Learn about its architecture, cultural significance, and riverside lifestyle. 13:00 Pancake Making & Vietnamese Set Lunch: Participate in a hands-on bánh xèo (Vietnamese savory pancake) making class at the ancient house. Enjoy a traditional Mekong-style lunch featuring fresh local specialties prepared by the hosts. 14:30 Cycling Through Fruit Gardens Hop on a bicycle and explore the orchards and fruit plantations surrounding Cai Be. Cycle along scenic paths while sampling tropical fruits such as jackfruit, durian, rambutan, and guava. Learn about local cultivation techniques and enjoy the lush Delta scenery at a relaxed pace. 17:00 Return to Ho Chi Minh City: Relax on the comfortable minivan ride back to Ho Chi Minh City. Reflect on the day’s experiences and enjoy scenic views of the delta. Drop-off at your hotel marks the conclusion of the tour.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Pickup is available from Ho Chi Minh City hotels located central. Hotel pickups commence approximately 30-60 minutes prior to the tour start time. If you are staying in another area, please make your way to the meeting point at Kim Travel's office( 17 Thu Khoa Huan, Disrtrict 1, HCM City).
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 20 travellers
- Operated by
- KIM TRAVEL
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Its from-price is 40% below the median of the 518 day trips we list in Ho Chi Minh City.
- It is longer than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, still widely called Saigon, is Vietnam's buzzing commercial hub of French colonial landmarks, war history and superb street food.
District 1 holds the main sights within walking distance: the red-brick Notre-Dame Cathedral, the elegant Central Post Office with its vaulted hall, the colonial Opera House and the ornate City Hall. The Independence Palace preserves its rooms as they were at the end of the war, and the War Remnants Museum tells the story of the conflict with sobering directness.
Top-ranked sights in Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon Opera House (Opéra de Saïgon), Saigon Central Post Office.
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