Cycling Mekong - Ben Tre
(2Days/1Night)

Tour Code: SGN-18 Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night

Cycle your way around the Mekong Delta, visit the famous floating markets and try out some local fruit prime for the picking as you journey the beautiful roads of the countryside.

Highlights:

• Enjoy a Relaxing Cycle Along the Beautiful River, Peaceful Country Lanes and Quiet Roads as you pass through Quaint Villages and Canals
• Try out some Exotic and Fresh Seasonal Fruits ripe for the Picking Straight from the tree
• Hone your Artistic Skills in the Coconut Candy and Handicraft Workshops and come up with your own Creation

Tour Description:

Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh / Mekong Delta / Ben Tre

You will begin your journey immediately after we pick you up from your hotel. Departing at around 8 am, you will first head to Cai Lay, an approximately 2 hours’ drive away from Ho Chi Minh City. The district of Cai Lay is most famous for its idyllic charm of the Mekong Delta. Cai Lay District also serves as the gate to Mekong Delta in addition to its close proximity to Ho Chi Minh city. Both its geographical locality and proximity to Ho Chi Minh city puts the district at a very strategic position as it is able to tap on the richness of the ocean and the bustling city. Upon arrival, we will collect the bikes and enjoy a 2 hours’ bicycle ride on peaceful country lanes and quiet roads passing through local villages and canals. You will get the chance to stop by a tropical plantation to get a taste of some exotic seasonal fruits such as rambutans, jackfruits, durians, longans and many more (they do taste nicer when they are fresh off the tree). You will also be able to watch local farmers harvesting peanuts along the way, visit a coconut candy factory or a puffed rice factory.

Next, you will be visiting the Cai Be Catholic Church. Built from 1929 - 1932, the Cai Be Catholic Church is the tallest bell tower in Tien Giang Province of Southern Vietnam. At 4:00 A.M. every day, a group of young children will ring the bell and fill the morning sky with the melodious sound of the bell. If you so desire, you can watch them in action from a video recorded in the church. Aside from that, you will have many great photo opportunities at the church as you marvel at the amazing architecture of its interior.

You will then board a boat, visit the floating market and cruise over the Mekong river to Tan Phong island where we have a small sampan paddling waiting to take you on a cruise down the natural waterways. The floating markets serve as the very highlights of the Mekong Delta. These markets are central markets in the delta, where people can buy fruit and vegetables from local producers for their day-to-day needs. The goods are sold directly from the boats. Interestingly, the owners also hang the available products on long poles so that people can see what’s on offer even when they are far away from the boat. Small sampans also serve as mobile cafés where you can buy soft drinks, ice coffee or some other local delicacies. While cruising down the river, you will see the tropical gardens on Tan Phong Island and we will head and head out for lunch afterwards. Right after lunch, we continue our cycling trip on a small path under the green canopy along the water

You will then continue with a ferry crossing to Ngu Hiep island. Cycling for 4 km on this picturesque island, you will be passing by Ngu Hiep Island’s main marketplace as you head for another ferry ride. Boarding a ferry and crossing over to Tam Binh Market, you will stop and have a short coffee break before you continue your journey. Then, continue cycling back to orchards and Vinh Kim, the prime ground for milk fruit tree (Canito fruit). We then continue with another 4 km bike ride along Rach Gam River to the monument of Rach Gam - Xoai Mut victory. Here, you will get to listen to the battle of Quang Trung King against the Siam navy troops in 1785. Afterwards, we will ride to Binh Duc where we take a ferry to Thoi Son Island, our stop for the night. Retreat and rest yourself at a cosy local homestay prepared for you.

Day 2 - Ben Tre / Ho Chi Minh city

Wake up fresh in the morning while you wait for your breakfast to be served at your local homestay and prepare for your big cycling day. The route will take us along the river and through Ben Tre coconut palm line roads. Along the way, we will head to Pau for lunch and a taste of the seasonal fruits before visiting a coconut candy and a handicraft workshop (time permitting). Then, we will wrap up the adventure with a small canal cruise before heading back to Ho Chi Minh city and your hotel.

Cancellation Policy:

• For cancellations more than 29 days prior to tour date, a 10% fee is incurred
• For cancellations between 16 - 28 days prior to tour date, a 40% fee is incurred
• For cancellations between 11 - 15 days prior to tour date, a 65% fee is incurred
• For cancellations between 4 - 10 days prior to tour date, a 85% fee is incurred
• For cancellations 3 days and below prior to tour date, 100% fee is incurred

Pick-Up Time:

• 7:30 am - 8:00 am

What's Included:

• English-speaking tour guide
• Transfers
• Entrance fee
• Local boat
• Seasonal fruit
• All meals
• Mountain bike or hybrid bike
• Seasonal fruits
• Local farmer’s homestay

What's Not Included:

• Visa
• Insurance
• Drinks
• Personal expenses
• Any Items Not Mentioned

Additional Information:

• Tour requires a minimum of 2 pax to be confirmed
• Tour itinerary and prices may be subject to change without prior notice
• The meal consists of Vietnamese food. If you have any allergies, special requests or if you are on a special diet please let us know. We will arrange it for you in advance
• Local farmer house/homestay conditions are very basic
• This tour is subject to availability. Please check with Adventoro Concierge (Call / Whatsapp +6010 468 8011) to inquire about the availability of this tour
• Transfer duration above are estimated and subject to traffic and weather condition, and not inclusive of any sightseeing tours
• Please adhere to strict pick-up time punctuality. Tour operators may forfeit tours for travellers if no-show during the stipulated time
• Registered name of the traveller must be corresponding with photograph documentation (Example: Passport). Tour operators reserve the right to reject if registered traveller fails to provide photographed documentation of their own

Pick-Up Location(s)

Refer to the map below to see a list of pick up location(s) that are available for you to choose from. You can select your desired pick up location when you book the tour.

List of Location(s):

Pick up is also available for other location(s) under the vicinity of Ho Chi Minh City. For more information, please contact Adventoro's concierge service.