Escape from the city bustle and live a rustic life: catching fish in pond by hand and learn to cook the local signature dish: grilled fish or deep fried fish.
Roughly 2.5 hour drive by car from Ho Chi Minh City, Cai Be is a different world to enjoy a relaxed and happy life. It is a typical image of Mekong Delta where water and fish is an essential source of life.
Vietnamese people have a variety of ways to catch fish: by fishing net, rods, bamboo traps or just by hand. Use some funny tools to move water out of a canal and jump into, some fish hide in the brown mud and it is fantastic to find one.
Only 2 hours from Saigon, you will arrive at the capital of coconut – Ben Tre Province. The pristine and lonely land is becoming more attractive to tourists, thanks to a traditional homestay.
Develop a special taste for local foods? You will thoroughly enjoy this cooking class in Mekong Delta.
A tour to Can Tho is not complete without becoming a homestay guest. It is a different experience in the south as compared to hill tribal villages in northwest Vietnam.
"I was treated to the strange and unexpected pleasure of the Mekong Delta, the wealth of waterways and rice fields that make up this unforgettable place. The floating market, the local people, the picturesque of their houses two sides were amongst the liveliest of memories.
None are bigger, or more famous than Can Tho’s Cai Rang Floating Market. Sellers hang a sample of what they have from the top of a long pole so that buyers can see from a distance what they are selling. Here’s what to expect on a market tour.
A different point of Phung Hiep market is a snake market where clients could buy high-class snake wine. Moreover, the market also sells, gecko, varan, turtle...
If Cai Rang specializes in fruits then Phong Dien is the clue market for farm products. Most travelers get here by road. “If you're in Can Tho, do it”
Although Long Xuyen floating market is not as famous as others in the southern region, tourists will still feel the generosity of southerners.
Get a glimpse of peasant life in the “rice bowl” region of Vietnam. Take an ox-cart ride around the village and you will feel the warm-hearted welcome of locals.
A great way to blend into the slow rhythm of life in Mekong Delta. Say “hello” to the excited local children and take it all in – fresh air and relaxing countryside life.
These examples of full package show how we combine adventure travel, off the beaten track travel with classic sightseeing and relaxation to make a balanced, fulfilling and enjoyable holiday.
A mythical great river runs through three lands of Indochina, the Mekong River. A shared history, sometimes common and sometimes distant, has shaped the cultural richness and uniqueness of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. This journey aims to unlock the fascinating appeal of Indochina: its spectacular landscapes and amazingly diverse cultures. Covering all highlights from the magnificent Angkor temples to the roof of Indochina - Fanxipan Mountain, and filled with enjoyable activities, it can delight the most jaded mind. Starting at the vibrant hub of South Vietnam, Saigon, cruising on endless waterways of Mekong Delta, marveling at majestic Angkor temples, relaxing in atmospheric Luang Prabang before trekking in laid back Muang Ngoi and Sapa and finishing with a scenic cruise in Halong, this itinerary is perfect for a complete Indochina discovery.
This tour brings in a glimpse of Vietnam and a taste of Cambodia. The journey starts out in the 1000-year-old city of Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam with rich history and sensational cuisine. It then gets off tourist trails and travels inland for 4 days in beautiful Pu Luong nature reserve with trekking between hilltribe villages, meeting the local people and enjoying a homestay in these remote communities.
This adventure also combines exploration of the impressive waterscape at Tam Coc, both on foot and by sampan. Boat is also the way to explore Halong Bay, making this tour a perfect itinerary for those love being on water. Other hightlights include the Siem Reap homestay and the majestic Angkor temples.