Mekong Eyes Classic Cruise 3 Days: Cai Be - Can Tho

Morning:

• 07.30 - 08.00: For those who use the shuttle service, our shuttle bus in will pick you up in Saigon (district 1 and parts then travel to Can Tho.
• 11.30: Arrive at Mekong Eyes Classic Cruise, get on board, and check in at your cabin.
• The boat begins cruising as soon as lunch is served. Sit back and enjoy the spectacular scenery and daily lives of the Mekong people while enjoying your meal.

Afternoon:

• Get ready for a guided walk through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies in a rural village. Take a closer look at the lifestyle in the Mekong Delta and meet the friendly people here.

Guided excursion in local village

• 17.30: Return to the cruise and have a drink at the bar or relax on deck as the sun sets over the Mekong River's stunning waterscape. This picturesque scenery is perfect for taking photos.

Evening:

• Vietnamese dish dinner is served in the restaurant on the cruise.
• Spend the night onboard by playing boardgame or drinking at the bar.

Morning:

• The ship departs for a morning cruise. While having an early breakfast, observe the local people at work along the riverbank and admire the stunning landscape at sunrise.
• 8.00: Join a relaxing excursion to explore small canals by rowing sampan under the green tree shades.
• Visit home-made handicrafts household and enjoy "Đờn ca tài tử” (Folk Music) on Tan Phong Islet. This place is over 1000 hectares with a fresh and cool climate. Being accreted by alluvium, it is famous as a land of healthy and sweet fruit trees with fruits such as rambutan, longan, pomelo, etc.

Listen to "Don ca tai tu"

• You can choose to ride a bicycle on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canal. 
• 12.00: Return on board and enjoy a delicious lunch.

Afternoon:

• Afternoon walking to a rural village. Strolling through the small alleys to admire the peaceful beauty of the village, watching the lush fruit orchards and green rice fields, and the simple lifestyle of the people of this island is a must-do activity.
• Back to the cruise to rest after an exciting day. The cruise will anchor for the night.

Evening:

• 19.00: Having dinner in the dining area.
• Spend the night on the cruise.

Morning:

• Recharge your energy with breakfast with tea break served on board.
• 08.00: Check out your cabin.
• Take a trip on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market - the typical, bustling, and most famous market for the Western river culture. Marvel at the sheer abundance of exotic fruits and vegetables and go shopping for some gifts. 
• Continue the trip by visiting a handicraft household to see them making local production with skillful hands.
• Having lunch then a shuttle bus will pick you up to transfer you back to Saigon. (for pax who use shuttle service) 

Afternoon:

• 16.30: Saigon arrival. Return to your hotel. Trip ends.

Morning:

• 08.00 - 08.30: Get on our shuttle bus, pick up in District 1 and parts of District 3 in Sai Gon then transfer to Cai Be. (only included for those pax using the shuttle service)
• 11.30: Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in.

Airy lounge with Panoramic view

• Take in the panoramic view of the beautiful Mekong River while having lunch on board.

Afternoon:

• Participated in a guided walk to a rural village or through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies. The guide will also fully explain to you what you are experiencing along the trip. Enjoy the cool breeze, fresh air, and the natural area will be a chilling experience.
• 17.30: Return to the cruise and taste the drinks on the top deck as the sun sets upon the peaceful Mekong River.

Evening:

• Proceed to have dinner then spend the night on board.

Morning:

• Start the day with breakfast and a tea break.
• Excursion on a rowing sampan to Cai Rang floating market. For those who love to explore and learn about the culture of the Mekong Delta, this place is the most ideal destination to witness the local people's life.
• Visit a noodle-producing family and learn how to make noodles from the friendly people here.

Interesting time in handicraft household

• 12.00: Get back on Mekong Eyes and have lunch.

Afternoon:

• Stop for an afternoon walks to a rural village. Immerse yourself in the tranquil atmosphere and leisurely stroll through the small road to admire the peaceful scenery of the village and the simple lifestyle of the people in this area.
• Return to the ship and relax. You can rest on the sundeck and watch the romantic Mekong River in the sunset or drink in the bar.

Evening:

• Go to the restaurant for dinner with traditional food
• Join nighttime activities or simply relax in your cabin.

Morning:

• Enjoy breakfast and an early start through the glorious morning atmosphere on the Mekong River. Be sure not to miss the great photo opportunities for authentic snapshots of the area.
• 08.00: Pack up your packages and check out your cabin. 
• Travel on rowing sampan directly into the lush rural scenery, the rice fields, and the awe-inspiring green garden of the small canals of Tan Phong islet and visit home-made handicrafts households to learn more about their daily life.

Rowing sampan to Tan Phong Islet

• Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals. Cycling around the village roads, enjoying the fresh air, and watching the lush scenery on both sides of the road is extremely interesting.
• 11.00: Return to Sai Gon by shuttle bus and have lunch at the Mekong rest stop. (only included for those pax using the shuttle service).

Afternoon:

• 15.30: Arrival in Saigon. Your trip ends here!