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Half day Tour with Cai Rang Floating Market Cacao and Small Canal

Can Tho1 hour

Description

Spend a wonderful day exploring the Can Tho waterways on this fun, small-group tour. We'll start early with a trip to the busy Cai Rang floating market to see how the locals buy and sell their goods. You'll grab a tasty Vietnamese breakfast right on the boat before we head off to explore the tiny, peaceful canals. Along the way, you’ll learn the history of these markets and sample several local foods. The day ends sweetly with a visit to a cacao farm for a tour and a tasting of their handcrafted chocolates! With easy round-trip hotel transfers and a small group, you get personalized attention and a stress-free adventure.

Tour Options

Half day Tour with Cai Rang Floating Market Cacao and Small Canal

Itinerary

Admission included40 min

5:30 am Your guide will pick up you and start the boat trip from Ninh Kieu wharf. Begin your journey as the sun rises, cruising the Mekong River and soaking in the morning tranquility.

Admission included60 min

6:15 am Arrive at Vietnam’s largest floating market, a bustling hub where local vendors sell fresh produce, fruits, and goods directly from their boats. This market is a lively reflection of the region's traditional way of trading, and you'll get a chance to observe this unique floating commerce up close. Pineapple Boat Stop Taste fresh, juicy pineapple and chat with local vendors about life on the river. Your visit helps support small family businesses, giving you an authentic taste of the Mekong community. You’ll also learn how the market operates and the significance of trading on water in the Mekong Delta. Breakfast on the Boat Enjoy a traditional river-based meal, a unique experience where you dine while floating among the vibrant market activity. This is a must-do in Cái Răng, where the sounds and sights of the market provide a perfect backdrop for your meal. You may also get a chance to try local dishes like noodle soup or fried rice, often served directly from the boats.

20 min

Visit a family-owned rice noodle house where artisans make colorful noodles by hand. You can try making your own noodles and learn about the family’s old techniques passed down through generations. This experience helps support local cooking traditions.

40 min

Small Canal and Nature Immersion Our boat will take you through small, peaceful canals, guided by a local expert. As you glide along, you'll hear the gentle sounds of nature and see water palms, coconut trees, and lush fruit orchards. This part of the tour lets you enjoy the quiet beauty of the environment while spotting local fruits along the way.

15 min

Enjoy a short stroll through a local village, where you’ll see daily life and traditional homes up close. Interacting with the friendly villagers gives you a deeper understanding of the Mekong culture and lifestyle.

Admission included30 min

Take a walk to a cacao plantation, where a local artisan will explain the chocolate-making process. See how cocoa is grown and turned into chocolate using traditional methods passed down through generations. Enjoy a refreshing glass of cacao milk and support the farm’s long-standing tradition. 10.00AM: Arriving at the HANDMADE chocolate farm immersion. After small canals, we will walk 10 – 15 mins to the cocoa plantation. There is one only man in Vietnam who makes chocolates with his own technique and recipe which will definitely impress you.

60 min

Back to Can Tho city by boat

Highlights

Boat
Hotel pickup and drop-off in the center of Can Tho city
Breakfast
English/French(extra fee) speaking guide

What's included

Included
Boat
Hotel pickup and drop-off in the center of Can Tho city
Breakfast
English/French(extra fee) speaking guide
Not included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Lunch

Pickup Locations & Times

We provide complimentary pick-up services at any location within a 1.5 km radius of Can Tho city center's meeting point. However, if you are staying outside of the city center, kindly get in touch with us, and we will guide you to the meeting point or arrange pick-up services for an additional fee. *Please note that if you are staying in Ho Chi Minh city, there will be an extra charge for pick-up services.

Important Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.

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