Afternoon in Can Tho & Sampan Ride
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- Can Tho Hidden Small Canals
- By Vemekong
02:30 PM – 05:30 PM
Sampan (Small Boat)
Up to 10pax
Can Tho hidden small canals
English speaking guide
Veggie-friendly
Take a Romantic Sampan ride in the afternoon & navigate quiet canals as you sit back with your loved one. See Can Tho bridge from the water as you sail through a tranquil Mekong River (the 12th longest river in the world). Visit the unique local brick kiln (if the tide permits). And spend hours in the secret hidden non-touristy beautiful canals during the trip!
Highlights
Have a peaceful afternoon boat trip
Enjoy exclusive romantic sampan
Explore the secret hidden beautiful small canals
Savor tropical fruits, see brick kiln if tide permits
Watch the river life, the sunsets (sometimes)
Travel like a local
Itinerary
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Pick-up2:30pm, our local guide and car driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to Ninh Kieu 1st pier for embarking the sampan.
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Can Tho bridgeSee Can Tho bridge from the water as you sail through a tranquil Mekong River (the 12th longest river in the world).
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Can Tho traditional brick kilnKeep sampaning on the river! Visit the local unique brick kiln (if the tide permits) which is a very old fashion of making the mud brick of Mekong people.
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Enjoy the Can Tho secret beautiful canals and Mekong sensesLeave the crowds behind and enjoy an intimate peaceful sampan ride in the secret hidden non-touristy beautiful canals. Watching the local children playing in the water as the sun is setting on Hau tributary is a true joy. Seeing the happiness on their faces while they are splashing around is something you’ll never forget. On sampan, savor some fresh selective tropical fruits! What a romantic sampan ride!!!
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05:30 PM, transfer back to your hotel in Can Tho City.
from $25pp
from $25pp
Contact for reservation/support
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Hotline/WhatsApp/WeChat/Zalo+84939888559
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Emailhello@vemekong.com
Guest photos
Better to know
Knowledgeable tour guide
Small boat
Water
Entrance fees & fresh tropical fruits
Pick up from/to your hotel by car/taxi in Can Tho
Others expense
Compulsory insurance
Gratuities
Guest reviews
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Chris’s calm guidance set the perfect tone for this tranquil afternoon on the Mekong. As we sailed under the Can Tho bridge, the beauty of the river felt vast and timeless. The visit to the old-fashioned brick kiln was a window into a craft that connects generations, and Chris’s stories helped me see how much history flows through these waters.
But it was the secret canals that stayed with me—the gentle sway of the sampan, the fresh fruits, and the joyous children playing in the water as the sun set created moments of pure happiness. Chris’s care in sharing these hidden gems made me feel like I was discovering a personal secret of the Mekong. I left feeling grateful for the peacefulness and warmth this tour brought into my heart.
Minh’s warm smile welcomed us as we embarked on this serene afternoon journey. The calm waters and the view of Can Tho bridge were beautiful, but Minh’s stories about the traditional brick kiln brought a rare insight into the local way of life and their enduring traditions. I felt privileged to witness such an authentic craft, untouched by time.
What truly moved me was the peaceful sampan ride through the secret canals—away from the usual tourist paths. The laughter of children splashing in the water was infectious, and Minh’s enthusiasm made me appreciate the richness of this simple, joyful life. Tasting fresh fruits on the boat while the sun set felt like a small celebration of nature’s generosity. This was more than a tour; it was a heartfelt experience.