3Join an unforgettable adventure with our Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam, a fascinating 3-day journey deep into the bustling heart of the Mekong Delta! Take the right mix of nature with culture and history on our Mekong Tours to visit floating markets teeming with crowded vendors, dive into the green orchards, and visit temples scattered within a prettily-pitched landscape. From the hustle and bustle of My Tho and Ben Tre waterways to the spiritual peaks of Nui Sam, this is going to be an adventure full of moments etched for a lifetime, peering into the best Southern Vietnam has to offer in culture and landscapes. Let’s get going with Impress Travel and reveal the magic of the Mekong!
Immerse into the heart of the Mekong Delta in this Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam. Each moment is a new revelation. Let us have a look at an exciting range of the most extraordinary experiences that are in store for you on this fantastic trip to one of the most amazing regions in Vietnam.
This tour is to feel the pulse of the Mekong Delta, and how one could do that better than taking the sail on the very scenic waterways? Continue sailing along the Tien River and pass by lush green landscapes, dotted with traditional stilt houses and life along or on the river. Mekong Tours will take you around vibrant floating markets, such as Cai Rang, where on-water traders display an array of colorful fruits, vegetables, and local goods. Think colors and sounds as you slide through this alive water world, met by friendly smiles and the alluring aroma of fresh produce!
Our Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam promises a plethora of Southern Vietnam history and heritage. You will visit ancient pagodas like Vinh Trang Pagoda, which is a beautiful mix of Vietnamese, Khmer, and European architecture, and delve into the history that shaped the region. Stop by the traditional villages and try to find local artisans at work, making coconut candy and rice paper, which gives you a wonderful insight into daily life in this area of the Mekong Delta. This is not only a stop but is connected with the soul of the Delta.
Tra Su Cajuput Forest, which represents one of the PEAT ‘"‘dena highlights of this Mekong Tour a very ecologically diverse flora-and-fauna representative. Imagine being paddled along tranquil waterways shaded by tall cajuput trees, with only birds chirping and the gentle stroke of the paddles to break the silence. From here, you will also climb to the top of Nui Sam for further reaches of the landscape across emerald green fields and villages afar, offering a thrilling panorama of this mysterious land. It’s a nature lover’s dream come true!
Of course, no Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam is complete without indulgence in exquisite local cuisine! You will get to taste all kinds of delicacies of the Mekong Delta on the way-from the freshly picked fruits from the orchards to mouth-watering dishes like, Grilled fish, hotpot, and sweet coconut treats. And of course, try “pizza hủ tiếu" from the floating market: crispy, flavorful, and uniquely Mekong! Any meal is an adventure of tastes, celebrating the rich culinary heritage of the region.
Welcome to the Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam, which is an action-packed adventure that will take 3 days and be filled with unforgettable experiences, cultural immersion, and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes. Please find herein your day-to-day details, complete with times and activities that will help you make full use of your time in the beautiful Mekong Delta.
06:00 AM: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
We start our day by being picked up in the morning from the Impress Travel Ho Chi Minh City office by an air-conditioned coach, where we begin to head for the beautiful green landscapes of the Mekong Delta via the Trung Luong My Thuan Expressway. Now, our guide will prove to make this road rather engaging as he tells stories and shares history and culture.
08:15 AM: Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda in My Tho
First of all, we are going to visit the magnificent Vinh Trang Pagoda, a real historical and architectural treasure built in the middle of the 19th century. Take a leisurely walk around the beautiful gardens of this pagoda, with its bonsai trees and Buddha statues. It is an atmosphere where you can take pictures with your friends, simply enjoying special minutes at this national heritage site.
Vinh Trang Pagoda
09:30 AM: Boat Cruise on the Tien River
Embark on a traditional wooden boat from 30/04 Boat Wharf for a cruise along the winding branches of the Tien River, which consists of a visit to legendary four islets: Long Dragon, Lan Unicorn, Quy Turtle, and Phung the Phoenix. Come and enjoy lively river activities along fish farms, and floating houses, and see locals fishing in their natural habitat.
10:30 AM: Explore Ben Tre’s Coconut Workshops
Arrive at Ben Tre, which is known as the “Land of Coconuts." Visit local workshops where you can experience the process of making coconut candy, crispy rice cakes, and other products hand-made from coconut trees by the local people. You can try some candy, coconut flesh, and water in the coconut of this land. It helps you understand the real local life of those living along the river with the support of on-the-river industries.
11:30 AM: Rowboat Ride and Traditional Folk Music
Leisurely, rowing boat trip along the channels under the shadow of water coconut trees Enjoy a leisurely rowing boat ride through narrow, shadowy canals lined with water coconut trees a signature by all Mekong Tours‘ programs. In the afternoon, jump on a horse-drawn cart and clip-clop your way through the village to a luxuriant orchard where you can taste various tropical fruits in season while listening to Don Ca Tai Tu the kind of southern Vietnamese traditional music which was recognized by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
12:30 PM: Lunch at a Riverside Restaurant
Enjoy the lunch and unbelievable dishes of local specialties in a riverside restaurant in the Mekong Delta. The menu will contain elephant ear fish, and spring rolls, among other specialties of the region. Take time to relax after lunch in a hammock or go around, featuring a crocodile pound as well as traditional monkey bridges.
01:30 PM: Depart for Can Tho
After a memorable morning in Ben Tre, we make our way to Can Tho, the largest city in the Mekong Delta.
04:00 PM: Check-In at Can Tho Hotel
Upon arrival in Can Tho, you will have the opportunity to check into your 3-star hotel and refresh before you continue the rest of the arrangements for the hours of the late afternoon and evening previously prepared for you.
06:30 PM: Dinner on the Ninh Kieu 5-Star Cruise
In the evening, luxuriate in a special dinner on Ninh Kieu Cruise, an ultra-5-superior boat during the Hau River where you will enjoy the radiant views from the water reflection of city lights, serenaded with live music, and courteous service offering regional Vietnamese and Western cuisine.
Ninh Kieu 5-Star Cruise
09:00 PM: Explore Can Tho Night Market
It’s a great walk after dinner in Can Tho; the buoyant night market of life with so many stalls selling anything, from local street food to unique souvenirs, giving you a feel for the nightlife of the place.
05:00 AM: Visit Cai Rang Floating Market
Get up early to hold yourself staggered by the busy Cai Rang Floating Market, which is the biggest and most famous in the Mekong Delta. Begin your boat journey through the market to view vendors on boats as they sell fresh products, handicraft items, and much more. Making the local specialty “pizza hủ tiếu" a crunchy noodle crepe with various culinary offerings is another quirky Mekong delight you’ll find almost nowhere else.
07:00 AM: Return to Hotel for Breakfast
After the market, head back to the hotel for breakfast and check out. Be sure to have a hearty breakfast since this would be your fuel for your continuing journey.
08:30 AM: Journey to Con Son Islet
Next, set out for a boat trip to Con Son Islet, where it’s so peaceful due to the rich fruit gardens and nice people. Experience the “flying fish" show with their own eyes the local water fish jump above the water in simultaneous unison. You will have free time to wander through the garden before plucking and tasting fresh tropical fruits like rambutan, longan, and guava.
11:30 AM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Later, relax in a local restaurant as lunch is served with typical Mekong dishes. Now is the opportunity to taste the actual Delta cuisine made with fresh Delta ingredients.
01:00 PM: Depart for Chau Doc
After lunch, we drive to Chau Doc, on the border with Cambodia one of Vietnam’s most stunning riverside towns, home to an intriguing mix of Cham, Khmer, and Vietnamese cultures.
Chau Doc
03:30 PM: Check-in at Chau Doc Hotel
On arrival check into your hotel in Chau Doc. You can take some time to unwind, take in the sights of the town at leisure, or sip coffee from a café on the riverside.
06:00 PM: Dinner with Local Specialties in Chau Doc
Dinner: Choose to enjoy a wide range of typical local specialties, such as Linh fish hotpot and fermented fish made mắm, among others, traditionally cooked dishes specific to the region’s multiple-culture food preparation methods. Dinner will afford an excellent opportunity to wrap up today’s Chau Doc cooking-style immersion.
07:30 PM: Free Evening to Explore Chau Doc
Have free time for your exploration this evening in Chau Doc. You may wish to stroll the local night market, and riverside promenade, or just relax in this peaceful town.
06:30 AM: Breakfast and Check-Out
Begin your last day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before checking out. Today, we shall explore some of the places in Chau Doc taken to be spiritual and historical centers of great significance.
07:30 AM: Visit Hang Pagoda and Tay An Pagoda
We will start our journeys at the mystical Hang Pagoda on the cliffs of Nui Sam Mountain. This ancient pagoda enjoys spectacular views away across the surrounding countryside. Visit the Tay An Pagoda, in which the style of architecture combines and symbioses between the architecture of Vietnam and India. Adorned with beautiful statues and carvings, one can relive the pages of the spiritual history of the region.
09:00 AM: Explore Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum
Visit Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum, which is reserved for the beloved general whose great efforts during his lifetime contributed much to the road and waterway development of the Mekong Delta. Acquaint yourself firsthand with local culture and the history and meaning of this site, which binds into it.
Thoai Ngoc Hau Mausoleum
10:00 AM: Discover Tra Su Cajuput Forest
Continue to the Tra Su Cajuput Forest, a wetland ecosystem so fine and renowned for its rich biodiversity. Embark on a small motorboat or a rowing boat through this ecological wonder, gliding through narrow channels with rows of dense cajuput trees along both sides. Observe birds, fish, and other wildlife inhabiting this serene forest.
11:30 AM: Walk Vietnam’s Longest Bamboo Bridge
Walk on Vietnam’s longest bamboo bridge over the lush forest to catch your breath with the panorama of surroundings. This unique experience is one of the highlights of our Mekong Tours, which brings you up close and personal with nature’s generosity to the Delta.
12:30 PM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
Enjoy your last lunch at a local restaurant in the Tra Su Forest area, feasting on fresh ingredients of the region as you recall your marvelous journey in the Mekong Delta.
02:00 PM: Depart for Ho Chi Minh City
After lunch, we begin our return to Ho Chi Minh City. Sit back and relax in comfort on the couch, passing the scenery and reflecting upon an unforgettable three days of experience.
06:00 PM: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City
Back to Ho Chi Minh City for the end of your fantastic Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam. We hope you have enjoyed the culture, nature, and delicious food on this journey. Thank you so much for traveling with Impress Travel, and hope to see you on your next adventure!
Travel Tips: What to Pack and How to Prepare for the Tour
Packing right will help make your Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam, a very enjoyable one for you. Lightweight and breathable clothes: T-shirts, shorts, and light trousers can be worn. One should not forget to wear hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen to save oneself from the scorching sun. Comfortable walking shoes or sandals will help in the pagodas and markets. Temples require you to dress modestly. Take a light scarf or shawl to cover your shoulders. For water tours, take a water-resistant bag with you in which you will place all your personal effects. Take with you also a refillable water bottle and some insect repellents.
Safety Precautions: Staying Safe on the Tour
On the Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam, safety should be the most important issue. Following all the handrails when embarking on the boats and making sure that you notice every slippery dock is important. Also, listen to your guide, especially on the boat ride and when walking through the Tra Su Forest. When visiting pagodas, it is best to watch where you step and what you touch since some items are considered sacred and thus should not be touched. Also, this will protect both you and the fragile ecosystem-stay on the paths set out in the forest.
Cultural Etiquette: Respectful Behavior and Interactions with Locals
Respect is paramount in our richly cultural Mekong Tours. Visit the pagoda noise, no shoes, and dress appropriately. Never let your feet face towards statues and people. A warm smile will generally go a long way any time you come across locals. Greet by nodding your head lightly, and with both hands whenever receiving an item from someone as a sign of respect. Caressing heads is impolite and hence best avoided in Vietnamese culture.
Weather Considerations: Best Times to Join the Tour
The best time for the Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam is the dry season. The temperature is cooler from November to April and perfect for outdoor activities. In case you travel in the rainy season, the scenery will be attractive, but sometimes it rains; remember your raincoat or umbrella for comfort.
In a nutshell, this Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam is an unforgettable journey in the vibrant Mekong Delta: a scenic river cruise amidst bustling floating markets, serene forests, and sacred temples. Every moment of the Mekong Tour has a designed relation to dive deep into the rich culture, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality of Southern Vietnam. Please do not miss this great tour; kindly contact us at Impress Travel to book your Tour from HCM to Chau Doc and Nui Sam. Contact us at (+84) 912 379 189 or email info@impresstravel.com to start your adventure! 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.
What is included: Transfer, tour guide, hotel in Can Tho, lunch, entrance fee(s), boat trip in Cai Be
What is included: Transfer, tour guide, hotel breakfast, lunch, entrance fee(s), boat trip in Can Tho
| 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 |
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