DURATION : 1 DAY START TIME : 05:00 AM TRANSPORTATION: CAR
"Unveil the magic of Cai Rang Floating Market, bike through picturesque village paths, and immerse yourself in a hands-on cooking class led by locals."
Experience the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho City, a gem of the Mekong Delta. It's unlike any other market in Thailand, bustling with boats and sampans from dawn till dusk. Immerse yourself in the local agricultural life as goods are traded boat to boat. The tour starts with the energy of Cai Rang Floating Market. Then, we'll head to Cai Be for a delightful local cooking class, serene village cycling, and soulful South Vietnam folk music. Lastly, enjoy the tranquility of a rowing sampan ride through enchanting mangrove palm canals, immersing yourself in the essence of the Mekong.
HIGHLIGHT
- Discover the enchantment of Cai Rang Floating Market
- Pedal along scenic village roads
- Visit some traditional craft villages
- Join the cooking class by locals
- Enjoy the melody of “Don Ca Tai Tu”, a genre of traditional folk music
- Enjoy some local fruit
ITINERARY
- At 5:00 am, The tour guide picks you up from your hotel. Enjoy a light breakfast on a private car while admiring the scenic view of endless green or yellow paddy rice fields along the way to Mekong Delta. You can also take a nap to recharge before the tour.
- After a 3-hour drive from Saigon through the express highway, we arrive at the famous Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho City. Hop on a private boat to explore this vibrant market, where numerous boats and sampans gather to sell farm products and local delicacies. Don't miss the chance to purchase some unique items.
- Next, our guide takes you to traditional workshops, where you can learn how locals make "Hu Tieu" noodles – even renowned chef Gordon Ramsay praised the broth here.
- At 11:00 am, we head to Cai Be (Tien Giang Province) for a cooking class. Experience the local cooking style and the tranquility of Mekong people's daily lives. Discover the sweetness of Southern cuisine as you enjoy the delicious lunch you've prepared. Relax in hammocks under tropical fruit trees afterward.
- Bike along car-free village roads lined with tropical fruits and bonsai gardens, and visit nearby handicraft workshops to immerse yourself in the real Mekong atmosphere.
- Later, relax on a rowing boat through mangrove palm canals, experiencing the peaceful Mekong Delta ambiance and enjoying the enchanting melodies of South Vietnam folk music.
- At 3:30 pm, we return to Saigon, concluding the Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho 1 Day tour.
