Tours/Ho Chi Minh City/Mekong Delta Cai Be Floating Market Private Tour 1 Day
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Mekong Delta Cai Be Floating Market Private Tour 1 Day

5.0(1)Ho Chi Minh City1 hour
TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

• Discover Mekong Floating market and see what life is like on the Delta • Traditional coconut candy workshop • Honey bee farm • Traditional rice wine making • Traditional pop rice handmade process • Traditional rice paper handmade product • Kayak along the banks of Mekong River/ driving bicycles • Traditional folk music • Experience the incredibly lush beauty of the Mekong Delta • Savour tropical fruit on an island • Feast on Vietnamese cuisine at a local restaurant • Row in a sampan along the canals through shady, breezy canal under the green canopy of water coconuts trees

Tour Options

Mekong Delta Cai Be Floating Market Private Tour 1 Day
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included540 min

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 “đờn 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. Đờn 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 or enjoy kayaking along the banks of Mekong River to discover the local lifes, sightseeing or relaxing on the hammock.

Highlights

Pick up & drop off at Centre of City as mentioned in Departure
All entrance fees
Kayaking or biking in village
Traditional lunch at local restaurant
Motorized boat and rowing boat/ sampan on the Mekong River
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hot tea, bottled water, tropical fruits, traditional music
Travel insurance: $5000 USD/ case/ pax
Experienced English speaking tour guide

What's included

Included
Pick up & drop off at Centre of City as mentioned in Departure
All entrance fees
Kayaking or biking in village
Traditional lunch at local restaurant
Motorized boat and rowing boat/ sampan on the Mekong River
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hot tea, bottled water, tropical fruits, traditional music
Travel insurance: $5000 USD/ case/ pax
Experienced English speaking tour guide
Not included
Personal expenses/ Tipping/ gratuities...

Pickup Locations & Times

You will be picked up at your hotel which is located within City Center

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(1)

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Amanda T
February 14, 2026
Mesmerising, enchanting, laid-back

Tuan was an incredible guide, we were never short of information and his duty of care around the Mekong Delta was exceptional. The stops along the way will leave a lasting memory for years to come. Tailored with perfection.

Operator response

Dear Amanda, Thank you so much for your beautifully written review of our Mekong Delta Cai Be Floating Market Private Tour. "Mesmerising, enchanting, laid-back" is exactly the atmosphere we strive to create for our guests! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that Tuan provided you with such an incredible experience. I will personally make sure to pass your kind words on to him—he will be delighted to know that his tailored approach left such a lasting memory for you. Thank you for trusting us with your journey into the heart of the Mekong Delta. We would be honored to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in Vietnam in the future! Warm regards, Luc and the Vietnam Tours VIP Team

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