OVERVIEW

Spend a day exploring the colorful floating markets, emerald rice fields and lush back waterways of the Mekong Delta. Leave the city behind and journey to Cai Be and Vinh Long. Embark on a cruise through the many tributaries of the Mekong, walk along the famous 'Monkey Bridges' that link the villages together and wander amongst vibrant tropical fruit gardens.

PROGRAM DETAIL

At 0800 depart for the 2 hour drive to Cai Be, deep in the Mekong Delta. The tour begins with a visit of the small but quaint Cai Be floating market, followed by a visit to some home factories that produce rice paste, rice popcorn and coconut candy. Proceed to evergreen islands among the Mekong River through a large network of meandering tributaries, crisscrossed with countless arroyos. Lunch is eaten before the cruise to Vinh Long to discover beautiful landscapes along the river and observe the typical Mekong Delta rural life. At the end of the afternoon it's a 2.5-hour drive back to Ho Chi Minh City. (L) 

PRICING: in US Dollars per person

Rates are valid until 30 September 2012

Our services include:

• Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner).
• English or French speaking guide (for other languages and a national guide supplements apply)
• Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle
• Entrance fees for mentioned visits
• Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary

Our services do not include:

• Other meals than mentioned
• Other services than mentioned
• International and Domestic Flights
• Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
• Tips, Travel insurance