The Mekong River runs through Cambodia, Laos, Myanmmar, Thailand, Vietnam and Yunnan (China) and is the longest river in the southeastern Asia region. Some of its attractions include ancient monuments, royal capitals and UNESCO World Heritage sites like Angkor Wat in Cambodia and Luang Prabang in Laos, signifying an illustrious past dating back thousands of years. Explore the Great Mekong River aboard the charming and authentic Mekong River Cruise, Bassac Cruise, a rafting experience or ferry. The cruises and tours below offer a variety of options on traveling on or along the Mekong River.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: HCM City - Can Tho
This morning you will be met at 8.00 am by your driver to begin your journey south into the heart of the Mekong Delta. En route, pass farmers tending their fields and drying their produce on the sides of the road. On arrival at Can Tho (approximately a 4 hour drive) check into your beautiful French colonial style hotel situated on the banks of the Mekong River.
Day 2: Can Tho - Mekong River Cruise
Morning free. Board our Bassac cruise at Can Tho at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins. Departure downstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route. Tour near Tra On floating market. Complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Open bar and rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang This river toward the anchorage point for the night.
Day 3: Can Tho - Ho Chi Minh City
6:30 am Bassac cruise sets sail again through the labyrinth of creek and canals towards Cai Be. The passengers take their breakfast while enjoying the scenery on the river banks. The Bassac crosses Co Chien river then branches into Cho Lach canal for 30 minutes in view of boats of sand and rice barges, in a scenery of fruit drying facilities and wooden ship building yards. Arrival in Cai Be, check-out and boarding of a local boat for a tour of Cai Be floating market and handicraft. Pick up at Caibe and drive back to HCM city.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
- English or French speaking guide,
- Land transfers by A.C vehicle with driver,
- All accommodation at Victoria on single or double share basis with breakfast,
- Accommodation for one adult passenger in a twin-bed or double-bed cabin on the main deck, with all amenities and a bathroom, on a twin-share basis,
- Lunch and Dinner with a soft drink, and breakfast on board,
- Admission fees and permits where applicable.
Price Excludes:
- International airport tax in Ho Chi Minh at US 14.00 nett per person,
- International airfare to/ from Vietnam
- Accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City ( can be arranged),
- Travel insurance,
- Personal expenses such as drinks, bar bills, laundry.
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