ALONG THE MEKONG RIVER

Arrival at the Mekong Delta at the end of the morning, around 10h30-11h00 A.M.

Discovery trip on a junk to a sumptuous traditional residence, former imperial residence, where the descendants of the Kiet family open their doors to you to discover the sublime interior and to cross the garden strewn with fruit trees. Tea is offered, accompanied by a tasty selection of tropical fruits.

Cruise direction to the artisanal factories of rice and coconut products: rice alcohol, puffed rice cakes, rice paper, sweets made from coconut milk.

Embarkation on Authentic Mekong with a welcome cocktail.

Lunch on board while the barge sails on the wide river in the direction of Cai Thia.

Cycling along the Cai Thia islands, taking picturesque views of the rural activities of local life.

Participation of a cooking class that allows you to try to prepare the typical dish of the Mekong Delta: "The pumpkin flower stuffed with Mekong That Lat fish".

Dinner and overnight on board in Sa Dec.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner

Rising up early for another nice day. We contemplate sunrise while having breakfast on boat.

Visit of a brickyard at the entrance of the Sa Dec city. Then, we continue to the lively Sa Dec market followed by a pleasant stroll in the direction of the old house of Mr. L'Amant, the school of Trưng Vương where the mother of Marguerite Duras was a teacher.

Discover the temple of Caodaism and the gardens of flowers and bonsai where you will find many kinds of flowers and bonsai planted in Sa Dec "garden of Cochinchine in the 19th century".

Back to our boat. Lunch on board while the boat takes the cruise toward Long Xuyen through the inverted channel of Lap Vo which is bordered by magnificent scenery along the banks: flower and vegetable gardens, floating fish farms, as well as river activities...

A short walk to visit a crocodile farm where you will see the process of booking crocodiles, from very large to very small.

Back to the boat to sip an exotic aperitif at sunset on the upper deck and enjoy a traditional foot massage.

Dinner and overnight on board in Long Xuyen.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast on board, a local boat takes you to the floating market of Long Xuyen, certainly the most authentic delta. The boats on which fruit and vegetables clump together cluster on the waters to trade from the first light of day.

Walking or cycling through the villages of Ong Ho Island which will allow you to understand the life of the local inhabitants, as well as visit the museum of 2nd Vietnamese President Ton Duc Thang.

Disembark for your departure around 11h00. End of our services with unforgettable memories of the Mekong.

Meals: Breakfast

TOUR  COST PER PAX IN USD 

From 332 USD per person

• 3-day cruise with stops and visits as stated
• English or French speaking guide
• 2 nights en-suite cabin with A/C on board
• Meals as mentioned during the cruise (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
• Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program
• Biking and sampan boat rides
• Services of crews during the cruise on board
• 1 complimentary foot massage on board
• Pre-dinner drink (Aperitif)

• Visa approval in Vietnam
• Land transportation Saigon-Mekong-Saigon
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses : souvenirs, drinks, tips
• Payment fee: bank transfer fee if payment by bank transfer, 3% if payment by credit card

• The trip cost is based on group of 2 people chartering the Authentic Mekong boat.
• Program is subject to change due to unpredictable events such as the vagaries of the weather and tide variations.
• Infants under 6 years-old are free of service charge.
• Children between 6 and 11 years old get a 50% discount 

• Prices quoted in USD and subject to change without prior notice.
• Please be informed that the quotation does not imply or constitute availability.
• In case if the hotel listed is unavailable, other similar class hotel shall be provided.
• Compulsory Gala Dinner will be applied during Christmas Eve and New Year Eve.