Tiếng Việt
Deluxe Le COCHINCHINE Mekong Delta Cruise
The Mekong river - The longest river in Indochina is divided into nine tributaries within Vietnamese territory and has given birth to the vast Mekong Delta. The Mekong Delta is often referred as the ‘rice bowl’ and the ‘garden of heaven’, because of its rich soil which is the breeding ground for dozens of vegetables, fruit and flowers. A visit to this region allows you to experience the ‘life on the water’ of the local people. Because of periodical floods the local people adapted their lives to the water. Visits to their floating houses, floating schools, floating markets you will be overwhelmed by their wet rice civilization. Our team will provide you with all the information you are interested in as we sail downstream the canals of the Mekong River. We then join the busy floating market, visit luxuriant orchards, enjoy tropical fruits right in the gardens, try delicious dishes, and spend the night on board in this fascinating setting.
Mekong River CruiseIn fact, the Mekong Delta is one of the most beautiful landscapes among the Vietnam’s highlights. A deep discovery of the region will bring you an unforgettable and valuable experience of our country. Our special cruise not only gets you deep into The Mekong Delta but also experience local life in all its facets. Immerse your self in the rich culture of the Mekong Delta and enjoy your overnights on board are spectacular memories to take home.
The suggested itinerary that you will find on this page is just a common example of what your trips could be like. Our programs are flexible and can be changed upon your request. Kindly advise us your special requests - TNK Travel is always at your services!
Some information about our boat:Cabin Le Cochinchine
Length 27m
Beam 6m50
Draught 1m90
Berths 20 pax (twin/double cabin, adjoining cabin)
Bar 2
Decks 2: Main, Upper (75m2)
Engines 2 ISUZU
Propulsion 420 HP (inboard)
Electricity 220 Volt
Built 2006
Day 1 : Ho Chi Minh city - Cai Be - Can Tho ( _/L/D )
# 8 : 15 AM Pick up at your hotel in HCMC. Depart for Cai Be by A/c private car.
# 11.30 AM boarding LE COCHINCHINE boat. Enjoy welcome drink
# Mekong River Cruise Explore the lively Cai Be floating market. Cruising amongst the mazes of waterway to visit the handicraft villages and meet with local people. Sightseeing the old house and sample various tropical fruits.
# Arrive in Vinh Long island we then embark on a walk or bike for sightseeing tour of the Culao BINH HOA PHUOC
# Le Cochinchine sets sail to Cantho via Cho LACH and TRAON.
# Disembark Cho LACH village. Embark on a pleasant walking or biking on the footpaths of the countryside to discover tropical fruit orchards and the local people's activities. Enroute to visit a cottage industry , a local farm and sample seasonal fruits.
# Cruise to continue to Mang Thit . Enjoy the magnificent sunset on the river. Leisurely cruise up the Mekong River while enyoying the beautiful scenery and the aperitifs, sunset cruise .
# A wonderful day with picturesque ferry crossings over Mekong River branches . Dinner and nite on board in TRAON.
Day 2 : Tra on - Can Tho - Vinh Long ( B/_/_ )
# Rising up to the sound of River and Mekong Delta coming to life for another lovely day we enjoy the sunset.
# Mekong River Cruise After breakfast, we cruise along the cannels and visit a village on the bank of Co Chien or, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life of the local inhabitants, and their hospitality
# Leisurely cruise up the bassac river (Hau Giang river) while enjoying the beautiful scenery
# Arriving Cantho, we explore the CaiRang market, one of the most bustling floating markets in Mekong Delta with hundreds of small boats ladden fruits barging and jostling for space as owners attempt to sell their goods. Boat through the palm-shaded creek to see local houses and green orchards,ship building yards, local markets in full swing.
# 11h00 Check out and disembark the boat. Meet the car . Transfer to the local restaurant for lunch. Return to HCMC with stop over at the bonsai garden in Mytho. Finish the trip at your hotel around 17 : 00 PM. End of services.
Tour price includes :
- A/c private car/van for pick up, transfer & sightseeing as per program.
- Full board packages as indicated in the program as B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner.
- 1 night on board in Twin or Double share
- Boat cruise
- English/French speaking guide on board.
Tour price excludes :
- Travel insurance
- Drinks & toher meals not metioned in the program.
Tour Price
| Price | Private | ||||||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
| Standard 1Guest (single room) |
508$ | 304$ | 259$ | 259$ | 259$ | 259$ | 246$ | 246$ | 246$ |
Private tour : To do the tour privately. The tour is not fixed, it is possible to� be customized for your group. All service is reserved for your group only. You do not have to share the bus, boat, tour guide with other tourists. One exception, if you stay at the boat in Halong bay - it is like the hotel in Halong - you still have to share the boat with other people.
