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Discover the Culture of Mekong Delta on a Hau River Boat Tours

Hello and welcome to the dynamic and fascinating Mekong Delta! This is a famous region, having a rich cultural heritage, vibrant traditions, and unique lifestyles. The Hau River is of huge importance for shaping the culture and life of the Mekong Delta, which makes the waterway essential and the one that links multiple cities, towns, and villages. It ensures the prosperous existence of the local people. 

This cruise aims to be featured approximately the following way to guide and impress our customers, suggesting the main benefits of our Hau River Boat Tours and attracting the target audience with accurate information. We are also glad to say that the Impress Travel’s Mekong Tours that we provide for tourists are reliable and trustworthy. Enjoy the journey!

Overview of Hau River Boat Tours

Tay An Co Tu-Hau River Boats Tours

Tay An Co Tu

The Hau River, also known as the Bassac River, is one of the main distributaries of the Mekong River. Flowing through the heart of the Mekong Delta, it serves as a vital transportation and trade route that has been used for centuries. 

At Impress Travel, we offer a variety of Hau River Boat Tours to suit different preferences and interests. Whether you’re looking for a day trip, an overnight cruise, or a specialized tour, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the exciting themes we offer:

  • Cultural Exploration: Take the opportunity to learn more about the customs and rites of the local people along the Hau River.
  • Wildlife Watching: Get a close look at the variety of flora and fauna in the Mekong Delta.
  • Culinary Experiences: Enjoy the rich tastes of the Mekong cuisine on the way.

Overall, Hau River Boat Tours are occupied with scenic routes, which provide comprehensive cultural forays and focus on the idyllic views of the daily routine, the natural beauty, and the life of the local people of the delta. With professional guides and high-quality service, Impress Travel ensures that your journey is enjoyable.

Detailed Hau River Boat Tours

Day 1: Arrival and Exploration

Morning

06:30 AM – Good Morning! Welcome to An Giang! You surely do not feel disappointed here. Your journey will start at the heart of the Mekong Delta. You may be surprised how people are nice to you and they’re welcome in her simple lifestyle. And next, a yummy breakfast with the local rice meal, you then feel energy for our trip on Hau River Boat Tours!

Mid-Morning

09:30 AM – At first, we stopped at Tây An Cổ Tự – a place that was well known for its charming architecture and all the richness of history here. It is so peaceful and spiritual when you come inside the temples. Try to get around, the architect gives the meaning of all.

10:30 AM – Next stop, we are going to visit Lang Thoai Ngoc Hau. This is the historical site of a great general who founded the area. Let’s spend time here, then you may understand more about his life and his valuable contribution to this place today.

11:30 AM – If you come to Châu Đốc, you should pay a visit to Mieu Ba Chua Xu – the largest temple in the South of Vietnam. It is such a spiritual place that is very popular and meaningful to all the local people here. Let’s get around, enjoying the peace, and I will tell you the story about the place.

Afternoon

12:30 PM – Maybe it smells like lunch now! Either way, it’s time to drop into a local restaurant for lunch and enjoy some of the area’s famous Mekong Delta specialties on our

01:30 PM – After lunch, our Hau River Boat Tours keep cruising to Rung Tram Tra Su– a large and pristine wetland forest that is home to an outstanding and spectacular variety of flora and fauna. After arriving and disembarking, you’ll be taken for guided tours into the forest, where you will silently glide in small boats. For birding enthusiasts, Rung Tram Tra Su is an ideal paradise where you’ll spot many exotic bird species and other wildlife in this sweet, unspoiled virgin forest. You’ll be on your own to admire and take beautiful and unique photographs of the area. The tranquility and the remarkable beauty of Rừng Tràm Trà Sư will leave a lasting impression on you!

Evening

04:30 PM – As the day is slowly coming to an end, we get back to Cần Thơ so that you can check in at your cozy hotel.

06:30 PM – Yet the adventure is far from being over! We cordially invite you to have dinner during a Cần Thơ river cruise. This splendid combination of traditional music, divine local cuisine, and splendid sights is sure to overawe you and show the real beauty and charm of the Mekong Delta — sailing under the stars on a glorified boat.

08:30 PM – Dinner is followed by a Corleone minute for you to enjoy the multiple colors and flavors of the city at night. Feel free to visit the night markets for a couple of snacks, or take a walk down the street near the river. Just dwell in the beautiful culture surrounding you!

Day 2: Markets and More

Mieu Ba Chua Xu-Hau River Boats Tours

Mieu Ba Chua Xu

Early Morning

04:30 AM – Rise and shine! Today we visit Cho Noi Cai Rang, which is perhaps the most bustling of all floating markets in the Mekong Delta. A rich variety of fresh produce, local delicacies, dye production, and familiar household items are piled high on boats. You will be overwhelmed by the excitement – try to participate in market activities if you wish for an interesting scene to look back on and have a hearty breakfast right on the boat island. Explore the enchanting area at your leisure – you will be rewarded with a chance for a slice of authentic life.

Late Morning

07:00 AM – Return to the hotel to freshen up and check out from your room.

09:00 AM – Then, we would be off for a mesmerizing boat ride to Thien vien Truc Lam Phuong Nam, one of the most renowned Buddhist monasteries in the South. Apart from serenely wandering through beautiful grounds, you may speak to some monks or nuns who are always friendly and willing to share experiences. Sit down and listen to the Buddhist way of life from the knowledgeable: they would patiently answer your questions with a smile and never pressure you.

Afternoon

11:00 AM – This time, we will move to the place, called Lang du lich My Khanh. It is a favorite resort of many tourists, which has long been famous for its cultural-ecological village. Here you can see many traditional southern houses; listen to numerous performances by the locals; and explore the great culture of southern Vietnam. In addition, I am sure that you would like to try many fresh fruits today; and the lunch, with its dishes, typical for the Mekong Delta, will not leave you indifferent.

12:30 PM – Time for lunch. The meal today will surely impress you as the delicious dishes reflect the authentic taste of the Mekong Delta.

Late Afternoon

02:00 PM – We finish our Hau River Boat Tours and start our journey back to An Giang. On the way back, you will have a chance to visit local markets to buy unique souvenirs and specialties for your family such as thot not, nem Lai Vung, banh pia or kẹo dừa.

05:00 PM – Finally, we are back to our starting point. Goodbye! Thank you for traveling with us. Impress Travel team hopes you had fun on our trips and have a nice journey in your home.

Tips for Enjoying the Tours

Rung Tram Tra Su-Hau River Boats Tours

Rung Tram Tra Su

What to Pack

To ensure you have a comfortable and safe journey on our Mekong Tours, here are some must-pack items:

  • Comfortable Clothing and Shoes: Light and breathable fabrics and durable shoes can help you go everywhere.
  • Sun Protection: Sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses will protect you from the dangerous tropical sun.
  • Insect Repellent: It is impossible to avoid mosquito bites in the wetland when there are so many trees. Your repellent will help you keep away all more or less harmful insects.
  • Camera or Smartphone: The best day of your life should be recorded from every possible angle. Capture the beauty of the exotic region and save the memorable moments.
  • Personal Identification and Travel Documents: You never know when you might need them, so it is better to have them at hand.
  • Reusable Water Bottle: Stay hydrated throughout the tour.

Best Times to Visit

The Mekong Delta is a year-round destination, but the best time to enjoy our Hau River Boat Tours is during the dry season, from December to April. During this period, the weather is pleasant, and the river levels are ideal for cruising. Avoid the rainy season (May to November) if you prefer less humidity and fewer rain showers.

Cultural Etiquette

Respecting local customs is crucial while exploring the Mekong Delta. Here are some do’s and don’ts:

  • Do Dress Modestly: While visiting a temple or religious place where you need to ensure that you cover your shoulders and knees.
  • Do Ask for Permission: Always ask before taking photos of locals.
  • Don’t Touch People’s Heads: In Vietnamese culture, the head is the most sacred body part.
  • Do Be Polite and Courteous: Always be polite and use both hands when giving or receiving any items.

Health and Safety Tips

Your safety is our priority on these Mekong Tours. Here are some tips to stay healthy and safe:

  • Stay Hydrated: Ensure that you drink enough water more so in the hot season.
  • Follow the Guide’s Instructions: Our guides are skilled and experts hence to keep safe and have more fun, always follow their instructions.
  • Emergency Contacts: Ensure that you have a list of emergency contacts provided by Impress Travel.
  • Avoid Street Food: To make sure you do not get an upset stomach, partake in the meals provided on the tour.

Booking and Cancellation Policies

Planning and booking your Hau River Boat Tours is straightforward with Impress Travel. Here’s what you need to know:

  • Book in Advance: To secure your spot, especially during the high season
  • Flexible Cancellation: Please check our cancellation policy in your confirmation email so you are fully aware of your option.
  • Contact Information: Please have your online booking ID with you
Thien Vien Truc Lam Phuong Nam-Hau River Boats Tours

Thien Vien Truc Lam Phuong Nam

Conclusion

Booking Mekong Tours with Impress Travel you have decided on expertise, reliability, exceptional customer satisfaction, and Carefully- picked and well-trained guides to attend to each aspect of your Mekong journey and adjusted knowledge sharing with a high-class standard of services.

So you will not miss this chance anymore; One of these days coming next; we welcome you to join your Hau River Boats Tours with Impress Travel; you will admire these deluxe Mekong Delta boat tours!

For more information and to book your tour, visit Impress Travel’s Mekong Tours. Let’s set sail on an adventure of a lifetime! Don’t forget to regularly follow our Impress Travel for more interesting information about traveling Mekong to and to book Mekong Tours at the best prices.

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The Mekong River, the ‘Mother of Waters’, is the heart and soul of mainland South-East Asia. Millions of people depend on its waters. It’s a way of life, a home for the spirits, the defining element in the everlasting battle for survival, and the foundation and boundaries of cultures and kingdoms across eons. The river speaks of the past and the future, of the eternally recurring cycles of nature, of the people living upstream and downstream, of survival, beauty and danger.

Foreigners can’t appreciate the role of the river in the lives of those who live in the Mekong basin. It influences every aspect of their daily existence, shaping not only the land, but also the people themselves.

The Mekong Basin extends over 795,000km2. More than 70 million people, 55 million of which inhabit the watershed area lying within Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Viet Nam, depend on the river and its tributaries for food, water and transport. At 4,350km, the Mekong is the longest river in Southeast Asia and the 12th longest in the world.

The river runs from its source deep in China’s Tsinghai Province through the eastern part of Tibet. From Yunnan province, it becomes the border between Myanmar and Laos, and between Laos and Thailand. From there it surges across Cambodia to Phnom Penh, where the Bassac River branches off. The two rivers continue to divide into nine outlets, the Cuu Long (Nine Dragons) of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, and finally discharge into the East Sea. The river is navigable from the delta to Southern Laos, where massive waterfalls near the Cambodian border prevent boats from travelling further.

About nine-tenths of the people in the Lower Mekong Basin are engaged in agriculture, mostly rice production on a massive scale, for which irrigation from the Mekong River is essential. A substantial proportion is exported, thus providing the staple diet of a far greater number than just those living in the area.

The Mekong River is also very rich in fish, the single most important source of animal protein in the diet of people living in the Lower Mekong Basin.

Tours Itinerary

Day 01

HO CHI MINH CITY TO CAN THO HOTEL (L)

  • Impress Travel’s Mekong Tours Team will pick you up at the hotel, then leaving Ho Chi Minh City at 8.00 AM
  • We need 2 hour driving to Cai Be, We emerge the beautiful scenery of the countryside in the Mekong river delta of Vietnam.
    Visit Cai Be floating market by Sampan that is the well-known floating market in Mekong delta ( Note: the market today is not as busy as in past times)
  • To enjoy the traditional music & performance show – Dai Ca Tai Tu that was recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of the world, we enjoy the Mekong’s fresh fruits while watching the show.
  • Ride a rowing boat via the water coconut canals.
  • Do a biking tour through the rural villages to Mr. Sau Ca Family’s orchard
  • Enjoy local lunch with Mr. Sau Ca family
    Relax before getting on a Sampan to Vinh Long the car/ van will pick you up to drive to Can Tho city ( One hour driving to Can Tho)
  • Arrival in Can Tho then checks in the hotel, free time to explore Can Tho city at night.
  • The tour guide will recommend you the best place for dinner in Can Tho city.

What is included: Transfer, tour guide, hotel in Can Tho, lunch, entrance fee(s), boat trip in Cai Be

Day 02

Cai Rang floating market – Khmer Pagoda – Lunch – Ho Chi Minh City (B,L)

  • Good morning Mekong Delta with quiet and fresh air,
  • Enjoy buffet breakfast at hotel and morning tea break before leaving by Sampan to visit Cai Rang Floating market.
  • Ride a bicycle through the countryside to Khmer Pagoda & local farms.
  • Have a lunch and tea break
  • Mekong Tours – Impress Travel Team will bring you back to Ho Chi Minh City (3.5-hour driving)

What is included: Transfer, tour guide, hotel breakfast, lunch, entrance fee(s), boat trip in Can Tho

What’s included in this trip:

  • Accommodation based on Twin/Double sharing room, ( notice: a single room is surcharged following single supplement policy/ all room night including daily hotel breakfast.
  • All the meals as mentioned in the detailed itinerary
  • Entrance Fee to visit attractive places are mentioned as itinerary
  • Private Car/Van/Bus with air-conditioned and good experienced driver.
  • Boat trip in My Tho, Cai Be
  • Experienced English speaking tour guides as specified ( French-speaking guide/ Chinese speaking guide are available on request )
  • Complimentary drink water and Tissue on Van/Bus/Van as mentioned on itinerary


  • What’s excluded in this trip:

  • International Ticket Fare with insurance surcharge and Fuel surcharge
  • Arport tax.
  • Visa Fees & Travels insurance
  • Porter Charges & Camera Fees.
  • Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) do not mentioned as in this itinerary
  • Tipping for Tour guides, Bus driver, Crew
  • Other personal expenses such as beverages, telephone calls, laundry services, Minibar, etc….
  • Other services are not specifically mentioned in the tour Itinerary and the above Inclusion

 
Hotels in Can Tho
Star Hotel Room Type
3-Star hotel in Can Tho Hau Giang Hotel Superior
4-Star hotel in Can Tho Muong Thanh Hotel Superior
5-Star hotel in Can Tho Victoria Hotel Superior

Mekong Delta Travel Map

Ranana

You feel like organized tour, but you are in a privet tour. Impress Travel make the different.

We went on a private trip to Vietnam and Cambodia, the whole trip plan was organized for us by the Impress Travel Company from Vietnam, the company did an amazing job, the whole trip was organized in a wonderful way with an amazing match between the various parties, their choices were correct and the quality of the hotels chosen were very high quality and it is important to note that the price was low in comparison To other agencies, thanks to Impress Travel and especially to Daniel who was tolerant and open to changes and organized the route for us.

Ebrahim

Tour of Vietnam

Impress travel were amazing. Did my bookings with Daniel for our tour of Vietnam and I must say Daniel was very professional and prompt with his services. All the arrangement, plans, pick-up & drop-off services, hotels, vehicles, sightseeing tours and guides were spot on and excellent. Did 4 nights Hanoi, 1 night Hà Long Bay cruise, 3 nights Hoian, 4 nights Saigon and 1 night in Can Tho. It was totally awesome. Every part of the journey was superbly arranged and planned. I will highly recommend Impress Travel for anyone interested in visiting Vietnam. Very organized and reliable!

Solly Pochee

The tour was fantastic

I booked with Impress Travel in July. My contact person was Tommy Thang. He is an amazing person. He was very helpful. He changed my program twice for me. Very accommodating!
We started our holiday in the north (Sapa)of Vietnam and travelled down to HCMC.
The tour was fantastic, Tommy's arrangements were to the"T".
I will always use them if I have to visit the area again and recommend them to one and all.
Thank you once again Mr.Tommy and the Impress Team.
Sulaiman Pochee

Bernard Lim

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel

Great value for money with 4 stars hotel accommodation for 4 couples. The tour guide has been very helpful and brought us to amazing places in Sapa. We want to thanks Thuy the tour guide and especially Mark from Impress Travel for his great service and assurance throughout our trip. We’ll definitely use his service for other tour packages in other parts of Vietnam.

Derek.Schooling

We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel

This is the second time we travel to Vietnam with IMPRESS Travel. First time, we booked our holiday to Hanoi, Halong Bay & Sapa during Dec 2018 with Impress.
Second time, we travel to Hoi An, Hue & Danang (Central Vietnam) during Jan 2019.

My friends & I are very glad & happy with all the hotels stay in Central Vietnam, the meals provided are delicious. We are greatly appreciated with all the tour arrangement by Tommy & his team (tour guide).
Especially, Mr. NHAT C.V. He is helpful, cheerful, knowledgeable and very professional. He always volunteer to take a nice pictures for six of us (group) .

We enjoyed our holiday with Impress travel. We will definitely come back to Vietnam again with Impress

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