Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Mekong Delta In Style 3 Days / 2 Nights



Travel to Can Tho in the heart of the Delta. Discover the delta by boat, highsts mountain see the floating markets, sample tropical fruits and be part of the day to day life as we explore one of the world's greatest delta systems.

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City To Can Tho ( L, )

This morning you will be met at 08.00am by your driver to begin your journey south into the heart of the Mekong Delta. En route, pass farmers tending their fields and drying their produce on the sides of the road. On arrival at Can Tho (approximately a 4 hour drive) check into your beautiful French colonial style hotel situated on the banks of the Mekong River. This afternoon meet your local guide and explore the Mekong Delta with a visit to a local village that specializes in making bamboo baskets. You will have a unique opportunity to discover a side of Delta life where few tourists venture. Continue on to a nearby Stork Sanctuary where you can see thousands of storks nesting in a beautiful natural environment.

Day 2: Can Tho Surrounds (B, L)

Rising to the sounds of the Delta coming to life for another day, we breakfast and start our trip with a boat cruise on sparking streams along the endless waterway of Mighty Mekong River to Cairang and Phongdien floating markets. There will be hundreds of boats loaded with fruits, vegetables and fish jostling for trade. Sellers advertisers their wares by crying out across the waters. We visit the lush orchards and are treated to a delicious tropical fruits. In the afternoon relax and enjoy the hotel facilities (swimming pool, games room and tennis courts) or take the complimentary shuttle boat into Can Tho town.

Day 3: Can Tho To Ho Chi Minh City ( B )

This morning is free to relax at your hotel before driving back to Ho Chi Minh City where on arrival at your hotel the tour ends.

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Class
Tour cost per Person (in $US) from 1 Jan 2010 to 31 Oct 2010
2
3 - 5
6 - 8
9 - 12
Superior 3*
350
310
270
240
 Fist Class 4*
440
390
330
310
 Deluxe 5*
520
470
420
410
Class 
Mid-range (3*)
Superior (4*)
Deluxe (5*)
Saigon Can Tho , Ninh Kieu Hotels
Golf Can Tho , Kim Tho Hotel
Victoria Can Tho 
Chau Pho Hotel
Victoria Chau Doc (sup room)
Victoria


Trip included:
 
  • Pick up & drop off at your hotel as requested
  • Transfer in air-condition vehicle
  • 02 nights accommodation  on twin share
  • Full time escort by English speaking tour guide
  • Private motorized boat & sampan on river
  • Meals as mention the program ( B = Breakfast, L = Lunch )
  • Free fruits, honey tea at orchard
  • Entrance fee, music performance.
 
 
Trip Excluded :
 
  • International flights
  • International departure tax
  • Visas and visa fees
  • Travel insurance
  • Pre-post accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Other meals & drinks
  • Admission fees during free time
  • Tips and gratuities