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Overview
Start the morning on the waterways of Can Tho and visit Cai Rang Floating Market while local trading is still underway. Have breakfast on the river, then continue to a traditional rice noodle workshop, Mr. Muoi's cacao farm, a tropical fruit garden and one of the smaller canals outside the city.
This 5-6-hour Cai Rang Floating Market Tour is a good fit for travelers who want to see more than the market alone. The route combines river life, local food production and the countryside around Can Tho in one morning.
Highlights
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Visit Cai Rang Floating Market in the early morning.
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Have breakfast on the boat and watch daily activity along the river.
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See how traditional rice noodles are made and try crispy rice noodle “pizza.”
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Visit Mr. Muoi’s cacao farm and taste cacao drink and chocolate.
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Cruise through a smaller canal on the way back to Can Tho.
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup in Can Tho
Your guide picks you up from your hotel in central Can Tho in the early morning before heading toward Cai Rang Floating Market.
The trip uses a combination of A/C transport and a traditional wooden boat.
Cai Rang Floating Market
Arrive at Cai Rang and spend time exploring the market from the water.
The guide introduces the history of the market, local trading customs and everyday life along the river. While moving between the boats, you can see how fruit, vegetables and other goods are traded directly on the water.
Breakfast is served during this part of the trip. The program also includes fresh pineapple when available from the pineapple boats at the market.
One detail worth watching for is the cay beo, the tall bamboo poles used by traders to show what their boats are selling. Instead of displaying a shop sign, vendors hang examples of their produce high above the boat where buyers can see them from a distance.
A note about the market: Cai Rang is still a working market, so the number of trading boats is not the same every morning. Activity can change with the season, local trading and the day you visit. It is better to come for the river atmosphere and to understand how the market works than to expect the exact scene seen in older photographs.
Traditional Rice Noodle Workshop
Continue to a traditional hủ tiếu workshop in Can Tho and see how local rice noodles are made.
During the visit, you can observe parts of the traditional process, from preparing and steaming the rice sheets to drying them before they are cut into noodles.
You can also try the workshop’s crispy homemade rice noodle pizza, which is included in the CT01D program.
Mr. Muoi's Cacao Farm
Continue to a local cacao farm and learn about Mr. Muoi's story and how cacao is turned into local chocolate products.
The visit includes a taste of cacao drink and pure chocolate.
The program does not promise cacao harvesting or fresh cacao fruit on every visit, so these should not be treated as fixed activities.
Tropical Fruit Garden
Visit a local fruit garden and taste fruit that is available during the season.
Depending on the time of year, this may include mango, plum, dragon fruit and other tropical varieties grown in the area.
Because fruit is seasonal, the selection changes throughout the year.
Small Canal Cruise
The final part of the trip takes you through a smaller canal before heading back toward Can Tho.
This section is quieter than the main river around Cai Rang, with more greenery and homes along the waterways. It is a relaxed finish after the busier morning market and the stops on land.
Return to Can Tho
Return to Can Tho after approximately 5-6 hours.
Timing may change slightly depending on weather, tide levels and operating conditions.
Things to Know
Includes
Tour Included
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Local English-speaking guide
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A/C transportation
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Traditional wooden boat
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Breakfast
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Drinking water
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Local fruit
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Entrance fees
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Travel insurance
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VAT
Tour Excluded
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Personal expenses
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Additional surcharges, if applicable
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Card-payment fee
If you have a vegetarian diet or another special meal request, let the team know before departure
Additional Info
What to Expect at Cai Rang Floating Market
- Cai Rang is not a market created for visitors. Trading activity changes naturally, and some mornings have more boats than others.
- You will still see the river-based way of doing business that makes Cai Rang different from a normal market: goods carried by boat, meals prepared on the water and traders moving between larger and smaller vessels.
- Starting early also gives you a better chance of seeing the market while commercial activity is still taking place.
- For travelers who only want a short boat ride to Cai Rang and back, there are simpler options available. This tour is longer because it continues beyond the market to the noodle workshop, cacao farm, fruit garden and smaller canals.
Before You Go
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes that are easy to move in when getting on and off the boat.
- A hat, sunscreen and a small amount of cash for personal purchases are useful to bring.
- The tour involves relatively little walking, but guests still need to board a traditional wooden boat. Anyone with mobility concerns should check with the tour team before booking.
- Fruit selection depends on the season, and the order of stops may change with weather, tide levels or local operating conditions.
Child regulations
- One young child may join free of charge under the tour’s child policy. Parents are responsible for any additional expenses for the child.
- Two adults can accompany one free child. A second child is charged at the child rate.
Cancellation policy
- Due to weather conditions, a full refund.
- Due to personal reasons from customers, no refund.
- The following charges will be levied on any cancellation if you cancel your trip at any time, provided you notify the company in writing:
- 30 days or more before the departure: 30% of deposit
- 15 – 30 days before the departure: 50% of deposit
- 8 – 15 days before the departure: 80% of the tour cost
- 1 – 07 days before the departure: 100% of the tour cost
- The tour cancellation time is on working days, excluding Saturday, Sunday, and public holidays.
Pricing & Packages
| Guest | Price | Approx. USD |
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| Adult | 1,390,000 VND/person | $55.60/person |
| Child 6-10 | 1,045,000 VND/person | $41.80/person |
| Kid (01-05) | Free of Charge | Free of Charge |
| USD amounts are estimated using 25,000 VND = 1 USD and are for reference only. | ||
| The published rate applies to group tours with a minimum of 2 guests. Private groups can be arranged with an additional charge of 20% of the total tour price. | ||
| Tour price last updated: August 12, 2026. | ||
Meeting & Pickup
Start time: 06:00 AM
Pickup point: Hotels in Can Tho city center
Begin with an early morning pickup from your Can Tho hotel then step aboard a traditional wooden boat for your journey into the heart of the delta.
FAQ
What time does the Cai Rang Floating Market Tour start?
+Pickup starts at 6:00 AM from hotels in central Can Tho.
How long is the tour?
+Around 5-6 hours, usually finishing before noon.
Is breakfast included?
+Yes. Breakfast, drinking water and local fruit are included.
Where will we go?
+You’ll visit Cai Rang Floating Market, a rice noodle workshop, Mr. Muoi’s cacao farm, a tropical fruit garden and a small canal.
Can I make rice noodles at the workshop?
+You’ll get to see how the noodles are made and try the crispy rice noodle “pizza”. Hands-on noodle making depends on the workshop and isn’t part of the standard tour.
What can I try at the cacao farm?
+A local cacao drink and pure chocolate are included during the visit.
What fruit will be available?
+It changes with the season. Mango, plum and dragon fruit are some of the fruits you may see, but the selection varies throughout the year.
Can I join if I’m traveling alone?
+The group price starts from 2 guests. If you’re traveling solo, contact us to check whether there’s a suitable departure available.
Can I book this as a private tour?
+Yes. Private groups can be arranged with a 20% surcharge on the total tour price.
What happens if the weather is bad?
+The route or timing may change depending on the weather and tide. If the tour has to be cancelled because of weather conditions, a full refund applies.
Tom (verified owner) –
This tour was far better than I expected and offered incredible value for money. Jane was friendly, kind, informative and funny. She was extremely generous with her time and knowledge and went beyond the realms of the itinerary tour to offer advice on other things to do or how to get the best experience in Can Tho. We even felt confident enough to cross roads on our own after spending the morning with her. I cannot recommend this tour enough and if you are fortunate enough to get Jane as your tour guide then you are going to have a richer experience than the small amount of money you paid for it. Loved it.
PetraD12C (verified owner) –
A very interesting tour with our wonderful local guide Clara, who taught us a lot about and showed us the culture and lifestyle habits in the Mekong Delta. Highlight was the visit to a friend’s houseboat, where we were very hospitable. A visit to the local noodle factory was also worthwhile. Highly recommended!
Eliza (verified owner) –
Yesterday we went on a guided tour to the floating market in Kang Tu. We were guided by a guide named Zhan. She picked us up from the hotel and brought us back to the hotel 5 hours later. The tour was private in a small boat and we got a real sense of how the locals live alongside and inside the Mongo.
Alta (verified owner) –
Our guide Thuy was great! She was kind and knowledgeable. She explained all the interesting things about the market and Can Tho. We had a private boat that was much nicer than the others that were leaving with the different tours at the same time. We were taken on a very relaxing ride to the market and were offered to stop and buy what we wanted to eat and drink. Boat captain was amazing, moving the boat where we could have a nice view of the sunrise and take great pictures. We had THE MOST DELICIOUS vegetarian pho for breakfast and visited the local rice noodle makers. So good we can’t wait to have it again tomorrow!!!
Caroline (verified owner) –
Thanks to An we made a nice trip through the canals of the mekong and visited the floating market. She introduced us to the locals and on the way we got some drinks and food. All in all a successful trip
mia (verified owner) –
Very friendly and professional guide. Always positive and helpful. Good tour as well. The morning view of mekong is wonderful.
Brian (verified owner) –
a very nice tour to the floating markets with Jane as guide! She was super committed, told a lot of informative! Great insights into rice noodle making.
Kaj (verified owner) –
Our tour guide was Bao Tran. We traveled with our family and had a great time experiencing and viewing Vietnam. She was very knowledgeable and very friendly throughout the trip.
Tom (verified owner) –
Jane was very professional and right on time, she gave us insights during the tour and made sure we knew what was happening and why. I will recommend her any time
Angela (verified owner) –
This tour was far better than I expected and offered incredible value for money. Jane was friendly, kind, informative and funny. She was extremely generous with her time and knowledge and went beyond the realms of the itinerary tour to offer advice on other things to do or how to get the best experience in Can Tho. We even felt confident enough to cross roads on our own after spending the morning with her. I cannot recommend this tour enough and if you are fortunate enough to get Jane as your tour guide then you are going to have a richer experience than the small amount of money you paid for it. Loved it.
Brian (verified owner) –
Thanks to An we made a nice trip through the canals of the mekong and visited the floating market. She introduced us to the locals and on the way we got some drinks and food. All in all a successful trip
mezailles (verified owner) –
A very straight forward morning tour. My tour guide Thuy gave plenty of information about the markets and the Mekong Delta. A go at making rice noodles and insight into the process of making coconut candy. The trip was completed with “shaky noodles” which tasted great.
Tripfessional (verified owner) –
It was a really nice tour where we really saw how the people live on the river and how the market works. It wasn’t so crowded when we did the tour so we could really enjoy the whole authentic scene on the water! I would definitely recommend it and our tour guide Pi explained everything really well!
Anders (verified owner) –
Yesterday we went on a guided tour to the floating market in Kang Tu. We were guided by a guide named Zhan. She picked us up from the hotel and brought us back to the hotel 5 hours later. The tour was private in a small boat and we got a real sense of how the locals live alongside and inside the Mongo.