Vinh Long

Tours

One of the most exciting highlights of the Joy Journeys Mekong Delta tour is the visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest floating market in the region. Here, you'll have the chance to witness firsthand the bustling activity of vendors and shoppers as they exchange goods and haggle for the best prices. With a maximum group size of 10 people, you can be sure that you'll receive personalized attention from your guide and have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and interact with locals. Joy Journeys also places a strong emphasis on supporting local communities and promoting sustainable tourism practices. By visiting local villages and participating in cultural activities like cooking classes, travelers have the opportunity to learn about and support the rich cultural heritage of the Mekong Delta. In addition, Joy Journeys partners with local guides and service providers to ensure that a fair share of the tour fees goes back into the local community. Waking up in the early morning to start the boat ride to the floating market with the amazing atmosphere to watch the sunrise is an extraordinary experience that all of our guests enjoyed during this tour. Overnight at Bamboo Eco Village or Mekong Silt Ecolodge is also the highlight of the tour when the 'resort' is located in front of Mekong river. All of the rooms are designed with care to touch the authencity of the Mekong Delta. This is where you will have your dinner, breakfast and cooking class for 'Banh Xeo' on the second day.

- At 7:30 am, you will be picked up and transported to Vinh Long. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to admire the scenic beauty of rice fields and fruit orchards. - Venture to the nearby harbor and embark on an exciting journey with our knowledgeable English-speaking guide to a Local Terra-Cotta Factory. - Discover the fascinating process of handcrafting thousands of red terracotta pieces and bricks, which are then fired in a massive kiln at a traditional factory. Witness the skill and artistry involved in this time-honored craft. - Return to the boat and cruise along the magnificent Co Chien River, a picturesque tributary of the majestic Mekong River. Experience daily life along the river as you pass by floating fishing houses, sand-mining ships, and majestic wooden boats. The river emits a charming atmosphere that will captivate and delight your senses. - Continue your adventure by tuktuk/bike to An Binh Island, a lush and fertile islet surrounded by fresh water. Here, the locals rely on their tropical fruit orchards for sustenance. Pedal along shaded village paths, immersing yourself in a serene environment filled with the melodic chirping of birds, exotic tropical fruits, and friendly locals. - Feel the gentle breeze caress your skin as you explore further. Hop on a canoe and glide through the tranquil waters, surrounded by mangrove trees. Immerse yourself in the rich history of the land as you soak in the serene beauty of your surroundings. - Make a stop at a Regional Craft Village, where the locals have been producing Coconut Candies & Puffed Rice for generations. Witness the expertise and dedication that goes into creating these traditional delicacies. Learn about the cultural significance of these crafts and savor their unique flavors. - Indulging in a meal prepared by a local resident will provide you with an unparalleled and authentic tour experience. - Back to Ho Chi Minh City, finish tour at 6pm!

We will pick you up at your hotel in District 1 or at 177 De Tham street, Pham Ngu Lao ward, District 1. Your morning trip begins with a visit to the Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, built on the site of the former Norodom Palace. This iconic landmark of Ho Chi Minh City was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Next, you'll explore the beautiful French Colonial structures, including the Notre Dame Cathedral and the historic Central Post Office. The tour continues with a visit to the War Remnants Museum, where you can view an extensive display of exhibits from both the Indochina wars. Afterward, we'll transfer you back to your hotel or the meeting point, marking the end of the trip.

Pick up at your hotel at 7:30 AM ̈ Take on an expressway for about two hours that can capture green rice paddies and tropical fruits in Mekong Delta ̈ Kimmy Chocolate Manufacture as a rest stop. Local farmers carefully plant and take care of cocoa trees, so you can see the locals manufacture chocolate. ̈ Upon Cai Be, you will witness local people making traditional products like pop rice cakes, rice wines, rice papers, and coconut candies. ̈ We are Heading back to our boat to another location, where we enjoy a sampan boat through fruit orchards, apple mangrove trees, and coconut leaves. ̈ Visit a local orchard garden where you try some tropical season fruits, listen to traditional folk songs, see a bee farm, and taste hot honey tea. ̈ Take a cooking class and have lunch at a local leaf-roof restaurant with delicious Mekong spring rolls, deep oil Giant Elephant Ear Fish, fresh fruits, etc. While you can take a nap in a hammock or KAYAK or ride a bike around the village. ̈ Back to Ho Chi Minh City and drop off at your hotel around 6:30 PM (ETA).

Travel comfortably to surrounding popular areas by booking this chauffeur-driven private car charter service! Make your own itinerary for the day without worrying about how to get from one place to another. Sit back and relax in the comfort and privacy of your vehicle as your driver takes you from one point to another, taking the quickest routes between each of the destinations. Please inform operator your destination list at least one day before departure. Destination recommendation: • Cai Be Floating Market Vehicle Options: - 4 Seater Car (Toyota Vios or similar): Maximum 2 passengers with a small luggage or 3 passengers without luggage. - 7 Seater Car (Toyota Innova or similar): Maximum 3 passengers with a small luggage or 5 passengers without luggage. - 16 Seater Car (Ford Transit or similar): Maximum 8 passengers with a small luggage or 15 passengers without luggage. Luggage Information: Each passenger is allowed to have 1 small personal bag that is free of charge. Extra luggage can be denied or charged at an extra cost if there is no space in the vehicle to accommodate it Driver: Vietnamese speaking (other languages available upon request with surcharge) The customer service team (English speaking) is available on WhatsApp 24/7 Late/Early surcharge (per hours) from 22:00 to 5:00: 9/11/11 USD for 4/7/16 Seater Car (pay to transfer operator)

Vinh Long tour is a very special tour which is for people who like to explore Khmer culture. It is one of the special topics that every tourist wants to explore when they come to the Mekong Delta. After embarking on a wooden boat cruising along the Hau river to enjoy the peaceful and natural beauty of the countryside, we stroll through the series of narrow paths covered with green bamboo and trees along the roadsides to set foot in a very authentic Khmer pagoda that has been standing for nearly 400 years in the waves of history named Phu Ly, located within Vinh Long province.

Explore the Mekong Delta, also known as the Nine Dragon river delta, on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Admire the rice fields, floating markets, and traditional villages of the region. Depart from Ho Chi Minh City and travel to the Mekong Delta. Visit the Cai Be floating market, where vendors sell a variety of goods from their boats. Continue to a local village to see how coconut candy is made and enjoy a taste of the sweet treat. Next, take a boat ride to the island of An Binh. Visit a local family to learn about their traditional way of life and enjoy a delicious lunch of local dishes. After lunch, take a bike ride around the island to see the lush rice fields and fruit orchards. Return to the boat and cruise along the river to Vinh Long. Disembark and transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City.