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Cai Be - Rach Gia by Song Xanh Sampan, 3 days
3 Days (Code - VMK33)
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Route*: Cai Be - Phu An - Dong Hoa Hiep - Vinh Long - Sa Dec - Long Xuyen - Ong Ho Island - Long
Xuyen - Rach Gia - Sai Gon
Day 1: Cai Be - Vinh Long - Sa Dec (L/D)
Pick up at your hotel in Saigon at 07:30 and drive to Vinh Long. The excursion starts from Cai Be town
pier at around 10.30 am. Upon embarkation on your sampan you will be welcomed by your crew.
After your installation the cruise will begin with the visit of Cai Be floating market, cruising among
local barges full of fruits and vegetables. We will proceed to Phu An hamlet, an untouched beautiful
area reflecting some of the Mekong delta best sights. On the way, stop will be made at some local
home factories to observe how rice paste, coconut candies and other regional specialties are made.
A delicious lunch will await you at "Le Longanier" restaurant, a superb Indochinese house located by
the river, in a lush tropical garden surrounded by fruit plantations. After lunch, your sampan will
proceed to Sa Dec cruising the Tien Giang river, one of the two large arms of the Mekong. These
evergreen islands among the Mekong River bring about large networks of meandering rivers, criss-
crossed with countless arroyos, and remaining unknown to many people. We will then cruise on a
small beautiful canal through water jacinth plantations… You will take a small rowing boat for a cruise
along a narrow canal passing by a local tiny village and fruit plantations.
Further on the banks, some dark smokes in the sky will lead us to one of the largest artisanal bricks
and tiles factory where you will have an interesting visit.
Sa Dec town will appear like a little “Venice” with numerous narrow canals. You will disembark a the
local market place. Before sunset, we will have a very interesting visit at a splendid ancient house or
“Nha Co” dating from the early 19th century. After being greeted by the owners, we will cater a
candlelight dinner for you, an unforgettable experience in a very unique atmosphere…
Overnight on board “Song Xanh” sampan
Day 2: Sa Dec - Long Xuyen - Ong Ho Island (B/L/D)
The breakfast will be served on board at 07am.
The day will begin with a guided visit of Sa Dec charming and peaceful town, walking along its narrow
streets where beautiful French old houses and Chinese temples dating from the last century are

2. numerous…
You will also visit the local market and the Trung Vuong primary school where well known writer
Marguerite Duras spent her childhood…(see her famous novel “The Lover”).
Back on board your private sampan for your second day cruise in the delta.
While your sampan will proceed upstream on the Mekong river to Long Xuyen, a delicious lunch will be
served on board…
Long Xuyen is a peaceful typical provincial town lying on the Mekong’s banks, dotted with an attractive
floating market… In the afternoon, excursion to “Ong Ho” island to visit the museum of Ton Duc
Thang, second president of Vietnam…
At the end of the day, we will organize for you an exciting evening with your dinner arranged at a local
ancient house. You will be able to share experiences with family members and learn about traditional
southern lifestyle, a highlight of your journey to be kept for long time in your memory…
Back on board your private sampan for the your second night on the river.
The cruise will slowly continue during the night to Rach Gia.
Overnight on board “Song Xanh” sampan
Day 3: Long Xuyen - Rach Gia - Saigon (L/D)
Arrival at Rach Gia, a port town located at the southern end of Vietnam in the Gulf of Thailand. Its
main industries are fishing and agriculture.
The breakfast will be served on board at 07am (for those having a connecting flight to Phu Quoc island
at 08am, breakfast will be served at 06am)
End of services.
In Rach Gia, there are several places of interest including Ha Tien about 100km north-west which has
some unusual limestone formations.
Many of the rock formations have caves that have been turned into temples…
During the cruise, fresh cotton towels, exotic seasonal fruits, hot green tea and two bottles of mineral
water will be served daily free of charge
Quotation (Charter Only)
Net rate in US$/person in party of
Validity
2 pax 3 - 4 pax 5 - 6 pax
1 Nov - 30 May 449 403 342
1 June - 30 Oct 316 367 313
Includes:
Road Transportation
3 Days & 2 Nights on private charter basis on board “Song Xanh” sampan
2 bottles of min. water/pers./day, Vietnamese tea, Fresh fruits, & Refreshing cotton towels
Meals and visits mentioned as per cruise program
Service Charge and Gvt. Taxes
Crew assistance (3)
1 English speaking guide
Bicycle and “Xuong” rowing boat rides
Excludes:

3. Exclusions of the trip
Individual Traveling Insurance
Personal Expenses during the cruise
Drinks during meals & cruise (soft drinks, beer, wine)
Tipping / Crew and Guide