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This full-day Mekong Delta Local Life trip from Ho Chi Minh City takes you to the Mekong Delta's center, where you'll meet plenty of hospitable people who will greet you with their most gorgeous smiles. It gives a look into the locals' long-lasting trading practices and a wonderful opportunity to observe how closely tied to the Mekong River their lives are.
Mekong Local Life: Cai Be - Tan Phong Island Full Day Private Tour
9.7Excellent - 3 reviews
Mekong Local Life: Cai Be - Tan Phong Island Full Day Private Tour
9.7Excellent - 3 reviews
1 day
Ho Chi Minh City /Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Cai Be - Tan Phong Island
1 Lunch
Book with Flexibility
Departure:
Daily Departure from Ho Chi Minh City (dist. 1)
Daily Departure from Ho Chi Minh City (dist. 1)
Theme: Cultural
Type: Private tour
Why you’ll love this trip?
- Witness the merge of local people's lives and the river delta
- Experience the locally simple vehicles like bicycles or hand-rowing boats
- See how candy nuggets are produced and taste this local delicacy
Tour Price
Trip itinerary
Mekong Local Life Full Day
Morning
The tour will start with a pick-up by Mekong Ecolodge boat at Cai Be tourist pier
Pay a visit to Com Candy Craft Village, where travelers can catch a glimpse of the making process of candy nuggets and try freshly baked sweet nuggets.
Next, the tour will take you to a local bee farm, where you can have an insight into how locals manufacture natural honey from bees and enjoy a cup of honey tea.
We will take a boat to Cu Lao Tan Phong (Tan Phong Island) to see lovely fruit gardens, with a wide range of fruits such as durian, logan, jackfruit, and plum.
Our next destination is traveling to Uncle 5 On's house to take part in the garden folk music exchange with local garden artists while savoring a cup of tea and fruits from the host.
After saying goodbye to Uncle 5 On's house, your excursion will continue, allowing you to enjoy a boat trip through a beautiful small canal around Tan Phong Island to Mekong Ecolodge to take part in cooking and lunch activities
For lunch, you will have a chance to try the famous mouth-watering cuisine of the Mekong Delta region.
Afternoon
After the meal, you can have a relaxing stroll around the Mekong Ecolodge campus to admire the attractive beauty of fruit gardens and colorful flower gardens with different types of fruits including apples, toads, strawberries, cherries, etc. You can even pick and taste fruits free right on the spot.
At about 13:00, the boat takes guests back to the Cai Be tourist pier. Tour ends.
Meals: Lunch
Accommodation: N/A
Last update 16:24 Wednesday 07 Aug 2024
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Inclusions
1 Lunch
N/A (1 night)
- Transfer round trip HCMC - Cai Be - HCMC by private car
- Boat Trip on Tien River
- Lunch at Local restaurant
- Local English Speaking guide
- Bikes
- All entrance and permitted fees
- A bottle of water - 1 bottle/person/day
Customer Reviews
Overall Rating
Based on 3 customer's reviews
9.7
Excellent
Score breakdown
- Itinerary 9.9
- Food/Drink 9.6
- Tour guide 9.9
- Enter/act 9.8
- Transportation 9.2
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Typhoon Honey was very funny guide. The visit the temple at the beginning was unexpected and I really liked the canals and the food on the island.
We recently had this private tour to Cai Be and Tan Phong and it was top-notch. We're able to learn so much about the local life in the Mekong Delta.
We visit the floating market, try handmade candy, and then explore Tan Phong Islet. We enjoyed fresh fruits and had a very nice meal. We're so thankful for this experience!!
I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a remarkable trip to the Mekong Delta, specifically to the enchanting destinations of Cai Be and Tan Phong Island. This experience left me in awe of the natural beauty, cultural richness, and warm hospitality that this region has to offer.
One of the highlights… More I recently had the pleasure of embarking on a remarkable trip to the Mekong Delta, specifically to the enchanting destinations of Cai Be and Tan Phong Island. This experience left me in awe of the natural beauty, cultural richness, and warm hospitality that this region has to offer.
One of the highlights of my trip was the visit to Tan Phong Island, a hidden gem in the Mekong Delta. As I moved along the tranquil canals, surrounded by lush greenery and a peaceful ambiance, I felt a sense of serenity wash over me. The island's idyllic landscape offered a glimpse into the authentic rural life of the delta.
In conclusion, my trip to Mekong Delta's Cai Be and Tan Phong Island was an absolute delight. The natural beauty, cultural immersion, and warm hospitality exceeded my expectations. I would highly recommend this journey to anyone seeking a unique and enriching experience. The Mekong Delta's charm will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression, and I cannot wait to return to explore more of this captivating region. Less