- Having a boat ride to the remaining site of a wholesale floating market on Tien River, which was once famous many years ago.
- Visit the ancient house – a perfect mix of the Occidental and Oriental architectural styles.
- Have lunch at the local house with Vienamese cuisine
- Visiting distinctive family businesses where the locals make coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn
- Taking a sip of honey tea, and tasting fresh fruits while listening to the beautiful melody of Vietnamese traditional folk music
- Approaching features of the typical, traditional Vietnamese architectural styles from ancient houses
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Stop At: Cai Be Floating Market, Cai Be Vietnam
07:30 AM: Depart for Cai Be by car/van via Trung Luong Expressway.
Upon arrival in Cai Be, have a boat ride to the remaining site of a renowned wholesale floating market on the Tien River many years ago. This site entitles you to know something about the local trading habit that has changed due to the age of the modern society when more terrestrial transportation and high-technique of agriculture have dominated everywhere. There, you can realize how diverse the area is and how rich orchard gardens are, which makes it the basket of fruit in the lower part of the Mekong River.
Ramble in small villages where you will uncover the beauty of an ancient house and learn about the indigenous culture. Make a short visit to a small family business where the locals make coconut fudges and crispy rice popcorn. Savor delicious fresh fruit and feel the slow rhythms of Southern Vietnamese folk music – a kind of music entwined with the life and culture of the Mekong Delta people.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Tan Phong, Tan Phong, Tien Giang Province, Mekong Delta
Paddle through small canals – an exciting experience since you can look around, unwind, and soak up the wonderful atmosphere of the Upper Mekong Delta. Additionally, after arrival on Tan Phong Island, immerse yourself in nature's tranquility.
At lunchtime, you not only enjoy luscious food but also get closer to the locals as it is a chance to learn how to prepare Vietnamese specialties. The meal is cooked on your own and served in the heart of the local garden.
Cycle on the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta.
Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
Duration: 2 hours
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