- Cai Be Floating Market - The Mekong Delta became famous worldwide during what locals call the anti-American War. The Delta is also famous for its floating markets such as Cai Be floating market.
It is located on the middle of Tien River bordering with three provinces of Vinh Long, Tien Giang and Ben Tre.
For those who just have a short time, Mekong Delta tour Cai Be Floating Market will give you an overview of the typical of Vietnam. On the way, you can see the green paddy fields stretching towards the horizon (2 hours driving).
After arrival in the Cai Be, we will on board for an exploration of lush vegetation of the Mekong Delta and the lively floating market. Next the visitors could enjoy a nice trip by rowing the boat on the maze of shady canals to arrive at a local orchard in order to enjoy the fresh local tropical fruits. About costumes, mostly participants performing “đờợn ca tài tử” are friends, neighbors so they often wear daily clothes while performing. In Southern region, the main costume is “áo bà ba” – a traditional costume that you find only in Vietnam Mekong River. In recent years, in order to meet the needs of visitors, groups of traditional music gather to be several clubs. In addition to their occupation, they will also perform when being required. While performing, they helped listeners feel the content of the songs. In particular, they had ability to feel a song by heart very high. They made the listeners understand more about Vietnam southern land where has interlacing river systems. For a long time ago, the image of local boats, wherries, rivers, bridges … have been extremely familiar to the locals here. Right when being born, they were immersed in to vast sky and land. When growing up, they had to go through bamboo bridges. When fishing, dropping nets, carrying goods to the market… they also attached their lives to the immense water. Đờợn ca tài tử” are songs which are bold of Southern people’s mood through the picture of rivers, boats … Music influences profound to the soul of the listener. The traditional music helps them relax after a tiring working day.
Moreover, we could visit the daily life activities of the handicraft villages of the local people. We will have a break and enjoy lunch at the orchard fruit garden. From here we will have a pleasant time riding bicycles to villages, sightseeing or relaxing on the hammock. Then continue on boat to Cai Be town for a boat station. Lastly, the van will take you back to Sai gon to end the trip.
- Travel insurance coverage up to $5,000 USD per case
- Private transportation for comfortable travel
- All entrance fees included for hassle-free visits
- Complimentary bottled water to stay hydrated
- Authentic local restaurant experience with a traditional lunch
- Taste exotic tropical fruits
- Explore the countryside on a scenic biking tour
- Relax with tea and coffee breaks included
- Enjoy live traditional folk music
- Tips/ gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Explore the Mekong Floating market and witness the daily life in the Delta
- Workshop on making traditional coconut candy
- Visit to a honey bee farm
- Demonstration of traditional rice wine production
- Learn about the process of making pop rice by hand
- Discover the art of crafting rice paper by hand
- Bicycle ride through the rural landscape
- Enjoyment of traditional folk music
- Encounter the thriving greenery of the Mekong Delta
- Taste exotic fruits on a tropical island
- Savor authentic Vietnamese dishes at a local eatery
- Paddle in a sampan down the tranquil canals, bordered by verdant water coconut trees
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
