L’Amant Cruise Tour from Saigon to Cai Be – Sa Dec

Best places to visit: Saigon - Caibe - Sa Dec - Saigon

Durations

3 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Departure

Monthly


After a short stay in Saigon, I embarked on board L’Amant, traveling to Ha Tien in the Gulf of Thailand. Casting off at the first day light, we arrived the same day at Vinh Long in the heart of the Mekong Delta, sailing amidst islets of lush and colorful tropical orchard.


Itinerary :

*BRIEF ITINERARY:
Day 1: Saigon – Cai Be – Vinh Long – Sa Dec (lunch/dinner)
Day 2: Sa Dec – Cai Be (breakfast/lunch/dinner)
Day 3: Cai Be – Saigon (breakfast) 

Day 1. L’Amant Cruise Tour from Saigon to Cai Be – Sa Dec: Saigon – Cai Be – Vinh Long – Sa Dec  (lunch/dinner)

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L’Amant Cruise Restaurant

Meeting point is at 09h30 at the lobby of the Caravelle Hotel. Coach transfer to Cai Be in the very heart of the Mekong Delta. On arrival, embark on board L’AMANT and enjoy a delectable lunch and get acquainted with the crew, while the vessel starts its way to Vinh Long. In the early afternoon, embark on a small boat for a journey towards An Binh islands. On arrival, continue the tour by bicycle to visit Tien Chau ancient pagoda, some tropical fruit orchard gardens and discover the everyday life in the Mekong Delta. Continue to visit a traditional house and enjoy some mouth-watering tropical fruits. Anchorage near Sa Dec.

Dinner and overnight on board of L’AMANT.

Day 2. L’Amant Cruise Tour from Saigon to Cai Be – Sa Dec: Sa Dec – Cai Be (breakfast/lunch/dinner)

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Cruising to Sa Dec

After breakfast, visit Sa Dec, the old-fashioned town where the French Writer, Marguerite Duras spent her childhood. Famous for its flowers and bonsai plants, stop at the ancient house of Huynh Thuy Le, the “house of the Chinese” described in Marguerite Duras’novel, L’Amant. Pass-by the school where Margerite’s mother has taught. Then, enjoy strolling through the lively market streets of this fascinating town. Return on board L’AMANT. In the early afternoon, arrive in Cai Be and embark on a local sampan boat for a journey through the numerous arroyos and be captivated by the serenity of the Mekong Delta. Visit an ancient colonial house and a traditional plant for puffed rice. In the late afternoon, have fun in a cooking demonstration on board – an interesting way to learn about the local ingredients and how to cook some Vietnamese traditional.

Day 3. L’Amant Cruise Tour from Saigon to Cai Be – Sa Dec: Cai Be – Saigon (breakfast)

Early morning (07h00), embark on a local sampan boat and sail through small arroyos to explore the vibrant Cai Be’s floating market. Return on board L’AMANT for breakfast. Disembark at around 09h30 and head back to Ho Chi Minh City by coach. Arrive at Caravelle Hotel at around 12h00.

[include] • Transfer from Saigon to the port of embarkation in Cai Be by coach.
• Return from Cai Be to Saigon by bus.
• Accommodation in single/double cabin with full board meals as mentioned on the program
• English or French speaking guide.
• All visits and excursions mentioned.
• Port dues [/include]

• Visa for Vietnam
• International flights and airport taxes
• Insurances.
• Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not clearly mentioned [/exclude]

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