Cai Be – Sa Dec - Cai Be 2 Days

Cruise name

Authentic Mekong

Company

Le Cochinchine

Class

Midrange

Type

Private

Destination

Vietnam - Vietnam

Itineraries

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10h30-11h00 A.M: reach the banks of the Mekong Delta in Cai Be. Embark on Le Cochinchine with a welcome drink.

Cycling along the islands of Cai Thia, taking picturesque views of rural activities.

Return on boat. Le Cochinchine sets sails toward Sa Dec, a nice and quiet town overlooking Mekong river while lunch is served on boat.

At noon: Back on board, lunch is served during a cruise to Sa Dec - a charming village where still traces of French novelist Marguerite Duras.

On arrival, we visit the old house of Huynh Thuy Le – the house of the lover of Marguerite Duras which makes you surprised by its original architecture.

After, transfer to the floriculture village and temple of Caodaism.

Return to our boat to savor a foot massage served on the upper deck while enjoying an exotic pre-dinner drink.

Do not forget to take part in the cooking course on board which allows you to try to make the specific dish of the Mekong Delta: "The pumpkin flower stuffed with fish from the Mekong".

Dinner and night on board.

Meals: Lunch/Dinner

Accommodation: Authentic Mekong Cruise

Rising up early for another nice day we contemplate sunrise while having breakfast on board.

Our boat set sails again and cruises along the Mekong while taking in orchards and gardens toward Cai Be. Explore Cai Be floating market on a local boat then visit local coconut and rice sweet factories.

We continue to explore evergreen islands and visit the former Imperial residence the traditional House, where surviving members of the Kiet family will welcome us with tea, and we may wander in the fruit orchards around the house.

Get off in Cai Be harbour around 11h00 A.M. The cruise concludes.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: N/A

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Important Notes

Price includes

2-day private cruise on Authentic Mekong boat with stops and visits as stated
English or French speaking guide
Meals as mentioned during the cruise (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Admission fee at visiting points as mentioned in the program
Biking and sampan boat rides
Services of crews during the cruise on board
1 complimentary foot massage on board
Pre-dinner drink (Aperitif)

Price excludes

10 % Value Added Tax (VAT)
City transfer
Visa application,
Beverages
Items excluded in rates inclusion
Travel Insurance
Personal expenses

Remark:

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather and operating conditions. Unused services are not subject to a refund.
Meals on board are fusion: Vietnamese & international. Guests should advise of any special food preferences, allergies or dietary requirements at least three days prior to the cruise date.
Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.
Surcharge on Christmas and New Year
Surcharge on December 24, December 31: 55 USD /person
Surcharge on April 30, May 01, and 4 days of Lunar New Year (from December 30 to January 03): 50 % of price for shuttle or private car booking