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Activity Can Tho, Vietnam

Can Tho 2 days-Son islet-the biggest floating market in Viet Nam

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Can Tho 2 days-Son islet-the biggest floating market in Viet Nam

About this activity

Departure:

Day 1: 9:00AM (or time requested)

Day 2: 5:30AM

Duration: 2 days

Highlight attractions:

  • Son islet
  • Explore local cuisine
  • Tropical fruit orchards (seasonal)
  • Local house
  • The unique floating fish farm on Mekong River
  • Cai Rang floating market
  • Small canals
  • Walking in small village
  • Local noodle house
  • Cacao plantation
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At a glance

Duration
2 days
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 15 people
People per booking
1–6
Guide
English, French
Operated by
Fabulous Mekong Eco Tours

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–9 years) · Adults (10–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Fruits
  • Included: English/French (extra fee) speaking guide
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off in the center of Can Tho city
  • Included: Lunch
  • Included: Breakfast
  • Included: Once drinks

Not included

  • Not included: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Itinerary

Day 1 · Son islet authentic experience

  1. Can Tho

    5 hours

    • Explore a unique fish farm and the picturesque of Mekong River
    • Walking around the authentic island, visiting many fish ponds which are made by local people.
    • Experience the local life and traditional cuisine on Son islet

    Visiting Tropical fruit orchards (seasonal), where you can pick fruits directly and try eating them right at the garden because it is organic.

    • Visiting a Mekong Delta traditional house, learn with us how a Mekong Delta traditional house is arranged, which traditional jobs used to cohesion with locals in the past via local stories.
    • Making local cakes guided by local chefs.
    • Having lunch at a local house and relaxing on the hammocks.

We offer homestay in the city center

Day 2 · Cai Rang floating market and cacao farm

  1. Cai Rang Floating Market

    2 hours Admission included

    5:30AM: You will be surprised by the length of it and also the real experience by observing people trading their products. You also have a chance to enjoy the delish breakfast on the boat at floating market which makes you die for it.

    7:15AM: Our guide will take you to visit the noodle making village where you completely become a noodles maker by making your own noodles guided by the owner.

    8:00AM: After the noodle house, you will be going to local coffee shop where you get a chance to try Vietnamese coffee, tea and fresh coconut.

    8:30AM: You will go back to the sampan boat and continue riding to small canals which are wild, peaceful and green trees and only access by small boat. You will be feeling like you are in the middle of the jungle. Also, enjoy the bird songs, watching birds flying. It is definitely a fantastic experience. Great photo shots.

  2. Muoi Cuong Cocoa Farm

    one hour Admission included

    9:30AM: You will leave the boat and going to the small village on foot where you will be meeting many local people, talking to them, making friends with them and also trying crossing the monkey bridge which is a typical way to cross the river in Mekong delta. It is an interesting interaction of the trip.

    10:00AM: After the market, you will be arriving the cocoa farm – the unique place of the region where making chocolates and many products from cocoa fruits guided by the owner who is the only one in Vietnam that makes chocolates by his own technic. Beside learning the process of making these products, you will have cocoa drinks and try eating dark chocolates here as well.

  3. Stop 3

    4 hours

    Visit Lung Ngoc Hoang Nature Reserve

    • Lung Ngoc Hoang Natural reserve, the “Green” lung of the Mekong Delta

    Explore the wonderful Wildlife.

    • Watch diverse bird species in Lung Ngoc Hoang
    • Enjoy the rice field atmosphere in Mekong Delta, Indulge in the rustic charm of Mekong Delta's rice fields

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Pickup points

  • Binh Minh Ecolodge
  • Hotel Phuc Long 2
  • Khach San Phong Nha
  • Hoang Anh Hotel
  • Cantho Eco Resort
  • Cuu Long Hotel
  • Stay House
  • Tay Ho Hotel
  • Ninh Kieu 2 Hotel
  • Can Tho Guesthouse
  • 69's Hometel
  • Nam Bo Boutique Hotel

and 44 more pickup points

We offer free pick up at any places in Can Tho city centre, If you stay in Ho Chi Minh city, its an extra charge. please contact us in advance before you book it.

Using your ticket

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability

  • The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions

  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Traveller ratings

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