Song Xanh sampan

Day 1: SAIGON – CAI BE - SA DEC - CAN THO (-/L/D)

08:00AM Meet our driver at the lobby of your hotel in Saigon.
Depart for Caibe, Vinh Long province, approximately 2 hours drive south from Saigon.
Begin cruising from Phu An Jetty at 10:00 am. From the sampan, observe life as it plays out on shore - people going about their daily activities against picturesque landscapes - while your attentive crew serves tea and seasonal fruit. Before arriving at Sa Dec, stop at various points along the river for a look into some of the cottage industries of the region including a brick factory where everything is made by hand, pass monkey bridges and tiny villages to visit a Cao Dai temple.
Arrive in Sa Dec and stroll to the outdoor market. Visit one of the highlights of the charming town,  the ancient house of Huynh Thuy Le, a real-life character in the celebrated novel and film “The Lover” by Marguerite Duras.
Lunch is served on board while cruising towards Can Tho along a narrow canal teeming with life. Explore the countryside surroundings by local rowboat.
Your last stopover before sunset is at an ancient house (a “Nha Co” in Vietnamese), dating back to the 19th century. The owner will welcome you and a candlelit dinner is served in this authentic countryside setting.

After dinner return on board while the Song Xanh continues its cruise towards the Hau River. Overnight on board.
 
Day 2: CAN THO – SAIGON (B/-/-)
Wake up early at 6:00 am for a visit to the famous Cai Rang Floating Market which operates daily starting from 5:00 am. Breakfast is served on board while the Song Xanh navigates towards the market among local barges loaded down with fruits and vegetables from the Delta, making for some stunning photos.
Continue cruising towards Victoria Can Tho and disembark at the hotel’s private jetty.
Meet our driver there and drive back to Saigon. Drop off at your hotel in Saigon. End of services.
 
Departure point:

• Tour departs from your selected point of departure in Saigon/ Hochiminh city.
• Please advise pick - up location at time of booking and call upon arrival in Hochiminh to re-confirm pick - up time.
• Cruise on Song Xanh sampan  must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date (subject to Song Xanh sampan's availability)
• Confirmation for Cruise on Song Xanh sampan will be received at time of booking

Prices: from US$ 198/ person.
Please contact our Tour Managers to book your cruise on Song Xanh sampan today .

Including:

• Amazing 2 days/ 1 night cruise overnight aboard Song Xanh sampan (Private boat)
• 1 Breakfast and 1 Lunch served on board
• 1 Candlelit dinner including a bottle of wine for 2 people at an ancient house
• Sightseeing fees, visits, excursions, activities as itinerary
• English speaking tour guide on board
• “xuong” rowing boat rides
• Crew assistance
• Breakfast on board (coffee, tea, juice, fresh yogurt, fruits, bread, butter and jam)
• 2 bottles of mineral water/person/day, Vietnamese tea, Fresh fruits, Refreshing cotton towels

Excluding:

• Personal travel insurance
• Personal expenses during the cruise
• Drinks during meals & cruise (soft drinks, beer, wine)
• Tipping for Crew and Guide
• Round trip transfers Saigon – Caibe – Cantho – Saigon
• Hotel in Saigon

You have chance to see the scenic landscapes along the Mekong River whilst cruising to the authentic villages, lush orchards, extensive rice fields. You will meet local people to share your pictures you take about Mekong River. Last, but for least, you will get beautiful moments on Song Xanh sampan which is lasting forever in your mind.

Please check with our Tour Manager for more details today !