About this experience
Explore Cai Be and Tan Phong Island in the Mekong Delta. Cruise to the wholesale floating market on Tien River to learn how local trade has changed over time. Wander through villages, taste homemade treats, and enjoy folk music. Then, paddle through small canals at the Upper Mekong Delta before you reach Tan Phong Island. Afterwards, learn to cook Vietnamese dishes in a local garden, cycle through orchards, and visit Ba Kiet's ancient house.
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What's included
What's included
Not included
What to expect
Hotel pickup, District 1
7:00–7:30 AMYour guide collects you from your hotel between 7:00 and 7:30 AM for the drive south towards the Mekong Delta.
Boat ride on the Tien River to the floating market
Board a boat and cruise to the wholesale floating market at Cai Be, where your guide explains how river trade has evolved over the years.
Village walk and artisan workshops
Step ashore to wander through riverside villages, taste fresh fruit, and watch local craftspeople make coconut candy and operate traditional rice popcorn mills.
Southern Vietnamese folk music
Settle in to hear a live performance of 'đờn ca tài tử', the distinctive musical tradition of the Mekong region.
Canal paddle to Tan Phong Island
Transfer to smaller boats and paddle through the narrow, tree-lined canals of the Upper Mekong Delta until you reach Tan Phong Island.
Cooking lesson and lunch
In a local garden, learn to prepare Vietnamese dishes with a host family, then sit down together to eat what you've cooked.
Cycling through the orchards
Pedal along shaded paths between fruit trees on Tan Phong Island — a gentle, unhurried way to take in the landscape.
Ba Kiet's ancient house
Visit one of the delta's finest surviving examples of traditional Vietnamese domestic architecture and hear the history behind it.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Approx. 7:30 PMTravel back to District 1 for hotel drop-off, arriving around 7:30 PM.
Meeting point
Your hotel, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City (pickup between 7:00–7:30 AM)
Your guide will collect you directly from your hotel lobby. Confirm your exact pickup time and hotel address at booking. The tour base is in Cái Bè, Tien Giang Province.
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- Comfortable, light clothing suitable for a full day outdoors
- Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
- Insect repellent
- Cash in Vietnamese Dong for personal purchases or the holiday surcharge if applicable
- Your booking confirmation (mobile is fine)
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Frequently asked questions
Where exactly does the tour start — do I need to get myself to a meeting point?
No. Shared transfers pick you up directly from your hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City between 7:00 and 7:30 AM. You'll be dropped back at your hotel at around 7:30 PM.
How long is the tour?
The full day runs from approximately 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM — roughly 12 hours on tour, plus transfer time from your hotel.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes. Children under 3 travel free of charge, though no seat is reserved for them and they must be accompanied by a paying adult at all times. The mix of boat rides, cycling, and cooking tends to work well for older children.
Are there extra costs I should know about?
A surcharge of VND 150,000 per person applies if you travel on certain Vietnamese public holidays (1 January, 26 April, 30 April, 1 May, 1–2 September, and 31 December 2026). This is paid directly on the day, not at booking.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately not. The itinerary involves boats, narrow canal paths, cycling, and uneven village terrain, making it unsuitable for wheelchair users.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The itinerary may be adjusted due to weather or traffic conditions. The operator will make changes to keep the day safe and enjoyable; core elements such as the floating market, cooking lesson, and ancient house visit are unlikely to be affected by light rain.
Free cancellation.Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the tour start time. Cancel within 24 hours of departure and no refund applies.