Mekong River Cruise Tour from Saigon to Phu Quoc via Can Tho and Cai Be
Overview
Experience the contrast of the exuberant Mekong Delta and the quiet of Phu Quoc. Relish 2 nights on a classy river cruiser. You see colorful floating markets and lush fruit orchards. On the third day you continue to the beaches of Phu Quoc.
Tour Route Map
Itinerary:
CAN THO – CAI BE – CAN THO – PHU QUOC (3 DAYS)
Code:
• PQ-3-ME
• PQ-3-DE
Boats: Mekong Eyes or Dragon Eyes.
Departures only available on odd dates
DAY 1
07.30-08.00 Shuttle bus pick-up at the hotel in Saigon.(district 1 and parts of district 3)
11.30 Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in.
12.00 Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13.00
16.00 Guided walk to a rural village or through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies.
17.30 Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck.
19.00 Dinner on board, night on board.
DAY 2
07.00 Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board.
08.00 Excursion on rowing sampan to explore small canals, enjoy “Đờn ca tài tử” (Folk Music) and visit home-made handicrafts family on Tan Phong islet.
10.00 Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals.
12.00 Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13.00
16.00 Afternoon walk to a rural village.
19.00 Dinner on board, night on board.
DAY 3
07.00 Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board.
08.00 Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market.
09.00 Road transfer to Rach Gia, lunch box. (shuttle bus service)
13.00 Departure of ferry to Phu Quoc in Rach Gia.
~15.30 Arrival at Phu Quoc Bai Vong Pier. Transfer to the hotel in Phu Quoc by shuttle bus.
Note: Shuttle service from pier to Duong Dong Town in Phu Quoc (vice-versa) is free of charge. Fee for other pick-up/drop-off locations will be advised upon booking.
Reversed Itinerary
PHU QUOC – CAN THO – CAI BE – CAN THO
Code
• PQ-3-ME From Phu Quoc
• PQ-3-DE From Phu Quoc
Boats Mekong Eyes and Dragon Eyes.
Departures only available on odd dates
DAY 1
06.00-06.30 Pick up at the hotel in Phu Quoc.
Note: Shuttle service from pier to Duong Dong Town in Phu Quoc (vice-versa) is free of charge. Fee for other pick-up/drop-off locations will be advised upon booking.
08:00 Departure of ferry to Rach Gia in Phu Quoc.
10.30 Pick-up at Rach Gia pier. Drive to Tra On.
~13.30 Boarding of the cruise vessel and check-in.
14.00 Panorama cruise and lunch on board.
16.00 Guided walk to a rural village or through the lush greens of orchards and rice paddies.
17.30 Return to the boat for refreshment and to enjoy the sunset on the top deck.
19.00 Dinner on board, night on board.
DAY 2
07.00 Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board.
08.00 Excursion on rowing sampan to explore small canals, enjoy “Đờn ca tài tử” (Folk Music) and visit home-made handicrafts family on Tan Phong islet.
10.00 Bicycle ride on back roads or walk in a small village along the Mekong Canals.
12.00 Panorama cruise and lunch on board around 13.00
16.00 Afternoon walk.
19.00 Dinner on board, night on board.
DAY 3
07.00 Morning cruise and morning tea break served on board.
08.00 Check-out of cabin. Excursion on a long sampan to Cai Rang floating market and noodle producing family.
Lunch before transferring to Sai Gon
11.00 Departure to Saigon.
~ 16.30 Arrival in Saigon.
The tour includes
Road transfer from the pier to Saigon
Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins
English speaking guide aboard the cruise boat and on side trips
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
Mineral water placed in your cabin
Side trips as mentioned in the itinerary
Shuttle bus from Rach Gia and ferry from Phu Quoc to Rach Gia
Drinks and tips are not included in the price (except the mineral water in your cabin and tea/coffee).
Route and excursions may be subjects to changes without prior notice.
