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!

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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
  • Pick-up
    2:30pm, our local guide and car driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to Ninh Kieu 1st pier for embarking the sampan.
  • Can Tho bridge
    See Can Tho bridge from the water as you sail through a tranquil Mekong River (the 12th longest river in the world).
  • Can Tho traditional brick kiln
    Keep 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.
  • Enjoy the Can Tho secret beautiful canals and Mekong senses
    Leave 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!!!
  • 05:30 PM, transfer back to your hotel in Can Tho City.
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121 reviews on “Afternoon in Can Tho & Sampan Ride

  1. Claire Martin. from Belgium said:
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    A Soulful Journey through Can Tho's Hidden Gems

    Our guide Duy turned what I thought would be a simple boat ride into an emotional, deep journey into the heart of Can Tho. The towering Can Tho Bridge from below was stunning, but visiting the traditional brick kiln, where generations have labored with love, gave me chills. The canals Duy brought us through were like a secret world — quiet, untouched, and breathtakingly beautiful. Watching kids dive into the golden river while we floated quietly by made me tear up. Add to that the sweet taste of tropical fruits, and you have a memory for a lifetime.

  2. Alexander Müller. from Germany said:
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    Unforgettable Evening on the Mekong

    Our afternoon with guide Danh was nothing short of magical. We drifted past the majestic Can Tho Bridge, marveling at its impressive size from the water, before heading towards an ancient brick kiln that told stories of time and craftsmanship. Danh was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing local legends and explaining every detail with passion. But the highlight was gliding silently into the secret canals, where we watched the setting sun paint the sky gold as children splashed and laughed around us. Fresh fruits were served on the sampan, making it a truly immersive experience. I felt connected to the soul of the Mekong. Thank you, Danh!

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