MEKONG DELTA – BASSAC CRUISE 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT
$230 / Per person
The Bassac Cruise takes you into the greener areas of the Mekong Delta, providing an overnight stay on the river and an immersive experience in the life of the river. The Mystic Sampans offer you a visit to the floating market with breakfast or a daytime excursion. This journey offers a truly authentic discovery of the Mekong Delta while ensuring comfort in both accommodation and cuisine.
Highlights
Without compromising your comfort, be it in accommodation or cuisine, the Bassac Cruise allows you to witness the tremendous activity of the floating markets, the peaceful life in the countryside, and the bountiful nature in the delta. Known as the rice bowl of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta offers a unique and rich experience.
Our crew is discreet and attentive, providing simple and personalized care. Our visits are typically strolls into the authentic delta landscape, far removed from tourist areas.
MEKONG DELTA – BASSAC CRUISE 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT
Itinerary
Pick up at your hotel and transfer to Can Tho.
Boarding at Can Tho at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, introduction to the ship and crew, and check into the cabins. Departure downstream of the Hau River. Lunch on board while en route.
Tour near Tra On floating market.
Turning into the Nicolai canal, towards the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers. Rest on the upper deck in a scenery of rice fields, sugar cane, and woods on the nearby banks.
Visit of a village on the banks of river Mang Thit, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life and hospitality of the local inhabitants. Visit the orchard or rice fields nearby.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck or around the bar enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit River towards her anchorage point for the night.
The Bassac sets anchor for the night on river Mang Thit.
06:30 am: Departure towards Cai Be. The passengers take their breakfast while enjoying the scenery on the banks.
The Bassac crosses the Co Chien River then branches into the Cho Lach canal for 30 minutes through the traffic of sand and rice barges, in a scenery of fruit drying facilities and wooden ship building yards.
Arrival in Cai Be, check out and board a local boat for a tour of the Cai Be floating market and handicrafts.
Leaving the board at Cái Bè.
Inclusions
- All transfers and transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles with a driver
- Accommodation as indicated
- English Speaking guide
- Entrance fees
- Meals as program
Exclusions
- Drinks
- Other meals
- Insurance
Policy
Notes
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