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Cai Rang Floating Market & Phong Dien Secret Canals
  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 160 reviews
  • Can Tho, Cai Rang, Phong Dien, Can Tho
  • By Team Vemekong
05:00 AM – 09:00 AM Small Boat Up to 8 pax Can Tho's prettiest canals English speaking guide Veggie-friendly

Phong Dien secret canal is part of more than 1000 km of green canals of Can Tho, which is known as one of the 15 romantic cities with the most beautiful canals in the world. Your tour includes the Cai Rang floating market, Mekong fish and farmer market and about an hour on the prettiest small canals – a non-touristy canals. The tour includes breakfast and drinks.

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Highlights
Enjoy: the small boat to biggest floating market Experience: chill in the prettiest secret airy canals Explore: Mekong fish and farmer market Entertain: Can Tho’s nature, river life & villages Expect: watching the river sunrise (sometimes)
Itinerary
  • Pick-up
    05:00 AM, our car and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to the boat station for embarking the sampan – an authentic traditional small boat for the tour.
  • Can Tho floating market and the sunrise (sometimes) sampan ride
    Arrive at Cai Rang floating market – a must see in Can Tho, Mekong Delta. Your guide will explain and tell you why "early market" "why floating market here" and "why floating market is getting smaller after every 365 days" "why we should see it in real life, real smell before it disappears" and more. The experience includes the best noodle soup on the river tour. Even our guide will take care of your vegetarian breakfast as well. Find a reason to interact with the river life and enjoy the freshest pineapple in your tour.
  • Visit the Mekong's fish and farmer market (non-touristy)
    Visit the Mekong's fish and farmer market (no-touristy) lets you see the Delta's true heartbeat. It's where locals trade fresh fish, fruits, and produce in a lively, authentic setting untouched by mass tourism. You'll witness real daily life, colorful scenes, and the spirit of community that sustains the Mekong.
  • An hour in Phong Dien secret & small & long & peaceful canal
    Phong Dien secret canal system is part of more than 1000 km of green canals of Can Tho, which is known as one of the 15 romantic cities with the most beautiful canals in the world. Your sampan will slow down so that you can enjoy as much as possible the Can Tho nature’s song and magical napa palm, water coconut, freshwater mangrove, coconut canals…
  • End the tour
    09:00 AM, finish the four hours tour at the hotel in Can Tho City.
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160 reviews on “Cai Rang Floating Market & Phong Dien Secret Canals”

  1. Lars Johansen. from Norway said:
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    Early Morning Magic in Can Tho

    Minh was a wonderful guide. The floating market was an incredible sight in the early morning light. Minh shared stories about the market’s changes and made the trip educational and fun. The rice noodle factory was unique and authentic, and the peaceful canal ride on the sampan was just perfect. Minh was attentive and made sure everyone had a great time.

  2. Camille Dupont. from France said:
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    A Perfect Blend of Culture and Nature

    Our guide Tai was incredible. From the moment we met, he shared his deep love for the Mekong Delta. The floating market was vibrant and lively, and Tai’s explanations helped us understand its importance. The visit to the rice noodle family factory was truly authentic — no tourist traps here. The Phong Dien canal ride felt like a hidden paradise. Tai’s warmth made the whole experience unforgettable.

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