Overview
Experience authentic Mekong Delta culture on this full-day Can Tho Rural Tour: Cai Rang Floating Market and Rural Cycling. Cruise to Cai Rang floating market for breakfast on a traditional boat, learn rice noodle making at a local workshop, and taste the exclusive crispy "rice noodle pizza". Pick fresh tropical fruits, cycle through peaceful villages to the ancient Gian Gua tree, and end with a serene canal cruise.
Highlights
- Experience the Cai Rang floating market with breakfast on a traditional boat
- Learn traditional rice noodle making at a local workshop
- Taste the exclusive crispy “rice noodle pizza” found nowhere else
- Pick fresh tropical fruits directly from the Delta orchards
- Cycle through peaceful villages and countryside
- Visit the ancient Gian Gua tree relic with centuries of history
- Cruise tranquil canals under water coconut palm canopies
- Sample the Delta’s sweetest pineapple at the floating market
Itinerary
Morning Departure
Begin your Can Tho Rural Tour: Cai Rang Floating Market and Rural Cycling at sunrise with a warm welcome from your local guide at your Can Tho hotel. Step aboard a traditional wooden boat and cruise along the Mekong's tributaries as the city awakens.Cai Rang Floating Market
Immerse yourself in the Mekong Delta's largest floating market, where vendors have traded from their boats for generations. Your guide will reveal the market's rich history and cultural traditions while you witness the vibrant commerce unfold around you. Market Highlights:- Enjoy a floating breakfast with aromatic Vietnamese coffee
- Visit a pineapple boat to taste the region's sweetest fruit
- Experience the symphony of boat engines, vendor calls, and lapping water
Traditional Rice Noodle Workshop
Discover the centuries-old art of "hủ tiếu" noodle making at a family-run workshop. Watch skilled artisans transform rice into silky noodles through traditional hand methods—soaking, grinding, steaming, and cutting. Workshop Experience:- Try making noodles yourself
- Taste the exclusive crispy "rice noodle pizza"—a local delicacy found nowhere else
Tropical Fruit Garden
Wander through a lush orchard where mango, guava, dragon fruit, and seasonal varieties thrive in the Delta sunshine. Local gardeners will guide you through rows of fruit trees, inviting you to pick and taste nature's sweetest offerings at peak ripeness.Village Cycling Adventure
Pedal 7-10 kilometers through peaceful countryside on quiet village roads. This gentle cycling route offers glimpses of authentic rural life—farmers in their fields, children at play, and friendly locals who wave as you pass.Gian Gua Ancient Relic
Your cycling route leads to the magnificent Gian Gua tree, a centuries-old natural monument whose intertwined branches have witnessed generations of history. Rest in its cooling shade and capture photos of this legendary landmark.Tranquil Canal Cruise
Complete your journey with a peaceful boat ride through Can Tho's intimate waterways. Glide beneath canopies of water coconut palms while nature's sounds replace the bustle of the city. These hidden channels offer perfect moments for photography and quiet reflection on the Delta's timeless beauty.Things to Know
Includes
Tour Included
- Local English expert tour guide
- Transportations (a/c car; traditional wooden boat; bicycles)0
- Breakfast, water and local fruits
- Travel insurance
- Entrance fee
- VAT
Tour Excluded
- Self-expenses
- Surcharge (if any)
Additional Info
Note
- All prices are quoted per person in Vietnamese Dong (VND) or US Dollars (USD).
- Private group bookings are subject to a 20% surcharge on the total cost.
- The itinerary may be adjusted without prior notice due to weather, tide levels, or other operational factors.
- Standard refund terms and conditions apply to all bookings.
Child regulations
- Free of charge for 01 kid under 5 years old. Parents are requested to pay the incurred costs themselves.
- Two adults can only accompany 01 child. The second child accompanying will be 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
| Group Tour (min 2 persons) | Adult | Child (06-10) | Kid (01-05) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price/person | 54 USD (1,350,000 VND) | 40 USD (1,015,000 VND) | FOC |
Meeting & Pickup
Pickup point: Hotels in Can Tho city center
Begin with an early morning pickup from your Can Tho hotel. Meet your experienced local guide as the city awakens, then step aboard a traditional wooden boat for your journey into the heart of the delta.
FAQ
How many people are typically in a tour group?
+Group sizes vary but are kept small (typically 8-12 people) to ensure a more personalized and authentic experience.
Is transportation included from other cities besides Can Tho?
+Hotel pickup is included within Can Tho city center. Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City or other locations can be arranged for an additional fee.
Is the tour suitable for children and elderly participants?
+Yes, the tour is family-friendly and suitable for all ages. The activities are gentle and can be adapted for different mobility levels.
12 reviews for Can Tho Rural Tour: Cai Rang Floating Market and Rural Cycling
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Kai Verified booking
Extraordinary! An immersion in local life. An exciting and dedicated guide! And icing on the cake, for us alone! Even the boat was a traditional boat, not a tourist boat. We played accrates with a family, drank coconut milk, ate noodles, rode a bike, and all with great pleasure and an incredible welcome! Jimmy is a wealth of information and he’s looking for you anything you want. Recommend without hesitation!
Matilda Verified booking
I joined the Mekong Delta Fruit Garden & Cycling Tour, and it was an excellent experience. Our guide, Cris, was very fluent in English and handled an unexpected heavy shower with great flexibility by arranging a short stop at a nearby local house. He gave clear explanations, was extremely kind, and made the whole tour very enjoyable. Meeting such a wonderful guide was truly a stroke of luck. Since my colleagues also often travel to this area for business, I will definitely recommend Cris and hope to join his tour again in the future.
skane2018 Verified booking
It was a great experience to experience the local culture and life. I hope to participate next time.
Lily7909 Verified booking
The floating market experience was absolutely wonderful. Despite the early start, feeling the gentle breeze on our faces and seeing the small houses and people on either side was truly enjoyable. The noodles and pineapples sold by the vendors on the water were incredibly delicious. The trip also included a visit to a noodle-making factory where we could make noodles by hand.
Eddy Verified booking
What a surprisingly fun day trip – it was nice being back out on the river, but also get a chance to see how the locals live in the Mekong Delta and also support local families with your tourism dollars. The fish farm was great fun and the lunch was the best tour meal we’ve had in all of our travels through Vietnam.
Dannile Verified booking
I was lucky to be the only person on this trip. The guide, Jane, looked after me so well and gave me so much local information. She was so lovely. It was a nice combination of a trip on an authentic boat and cycling around the countryside plus a few visits to different places along the way. It was so interesting. Thank you also to the kind lady on the boat who made me some beautiful souvenirs out of leaves.
Taylor Verified booking
The tour was absolutely amazing! Highly recommended for an off-the-beaten-0atOur tour guide – Mr Trung – was ever so friendly and lovely
Susan Verified booking
It was a very nice experience. First we sailed by boat to the “floating market” and had breakfast there. We also got to taste pineapple. Then we went to a factory where they make noodles. Very educational. We also took a bike ride through the countryside and were able to taste different kinds of fruit. Our guide Nguyen could give us a lot of explanations about everything and speaks very good English. Highly recommended if you want to learn more about life in the Mekong Delta.