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This
2-day trip offers a glimpse into the agrarian life
of the vibrant southern Delta region as we wind
our way through the tributaries of the Mekong
Delta. From our boats, we are able to closely
observe the daily rituals of river life and
participate in the bustling commercial activities
as we buy our fruits from the floating market.
Along the way, we will visit an orchard farm,
handicraft village, and a land market with an
abundance of colorful fresh fruits and vegetables.
Day
1: Ho Chi Minh City - Vinh Long
This
morning we set off for a drive through the Mekong
Delta to the town of Cai Be, well-known for it's
floating market. Here we will board our
private boat for a cruise along the maze
of waterways and canals to Vinh Long. We
will stop at the home of a Bonsai
gardener for a sumptuous Delta lunch,
including the popular dish of 'Elephant
ear fish', before continuing our
exploration of the tributaries and canals
of the delta. Towards the end of the day
we arrive
the
home of a local family whose house is
built on stilts over the water. These
people will be our hosts for this evening
and will tell us more about life in the
Delta. Tonight we diner and
overnight at local homestay in Vinh Long
(Lunch & Dinner included)
Day
2: Vinhlong - Ho Chi Minh City
Rising early to the sounds of the Delta coming to life for another day, we
breakfast and start our trip with a boat cruise on sparking streams
along the endless waterway of Mighty Mekong River to visit more floating markets.
There will be hundreds of boats
loaded with fruits, vegetables and
fish jostling for trade. Sellers
advertisers their wares by crying
out across the waters. We visit
the lush orchards and are treated
to a delicious tropical fruits.
. Afternoon drive to Ho Chi Minh
city.
(Breakfast and lunch included)
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