Bassac Cruise Across The Mekong Delta Can Tho - Cai Be - 2 Days
Destination: Ho Chi Minh City, Can Tho, Mang Thit River, Cai Be, Ho Chi Minh City
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Itinerary of Bassac Cruise Across The Mekong Delta Can Tho - Cai Be - 2 Days
Your journey begins at 08:00 AM with a pick-up from your hotel in Saigon, followed by a scenic drive toward the delta kingdom of Can Tho. Upon reaching Ninh Kieu pier, you will board the elegant Bassac Cruise.
The crew will welcome you with a refreshing drink, introduce the vessel's safety features, and assist you with checking into your private cabin.
As the ship gently casts off, heading downstream along the Hau River, a delightful lunch is served in the dining area.
The panoramic Small Ship Mekong River Cruise continues past the vibrant area of Tra On floating market before veering into the Nicolai canal. The vessel then navigates toward the serene waters of the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers.
This afternoon offers the perfect chance to unwind on the upper deck, taking in a soothing landscape of emerald rice fields, sugar cane plantations, and dense woodlands lining the riverbanks.
Later, you will step ashore to explore a rustic village tucked along the banks of the Mang Thit River, offering a heartwarming glimpse into the daily lifestyle and legendary hospitality of the local residents.
Take a leisurely stroll through a nearby tropical fruit orchard or the surrounding rice paddies before heading back to the main vessel. You will be greeted with a complimentary drink upon re-boarding.
As the sun sets over the water, you can relax on deck or mingle around the bar. Dinner is served while this Boutique Mekong Cruise sails further along the Mang Thit River toward its designated overnight anchorage point, where the ship will set anchor for a tranquil night on the water.
Overnight: Onboard the Bassac Cruise
The ship resumes its journey at 06:30 AM, sailing smoothly toward Cai Be. You can savor a fresh breakfast on board while watching the riverbanks slowly awaken in the morning light. The Bassac will cross the expansive Co Chien River before branching into the lively Cho Lach canal for about 30 minutes.
This stretch offers a fascinating look at the delta's river trade, weaving through bustling sand and rice barges, and passing traditional fruit-drying facilities alongside rustic wooden shipbuilding yards.
Upon arriving in Cai Be, you will complete your cabin check-out and say goodbye to the crew. At approximately 08:30 AM, you will leave the main vessel for good and step onto a traditional local boat for an immersive morning tour.
This excursion takes you right through the remaining trade of the Cai Be floating market and introduces you to local family-run handicraft workshops. Your unforgettable Mekong River Cruise Experience concludes on shore at Cai Be by mid-morning, leaving you with beautiful memories of the river.
