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Can Tho: A Real Mekong Tour, Floating Market, Cacao & Life's
  • ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 154 reviews
  • Can Tho, Ninh Kieu, Cai Rang
  • By Thomas Can Tho
05:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sampan (Small Boat) Up to 7pax Can Tho's countryside English speaking guide Veggie-friendly

The most off-the-beaten-path and educational Mekong boat trip in Can Tho includes: the floating market, local breakfast (vegie-friendly), the Mekong’s fish & farmer markets, glide through secret prettiest canals, cacao farm, Mekong life and nature and more.  A truly authentic experience – far from tourist traps and souvenir shops.

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Highlights
Take small boat to the floating market Visit the Mekong fish & farmer's market as a local Unclock Can Tho's secret prettest small canal Visit the organic cacao farm and taste chocolate Far from tourist traps and souvenir shops Enjoy Mekong nature & village canal-side walk
Itinerary
  • Pick-up
    At 05:00 AM, our car and tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to the pier for embarking the small authentic sampan boat.
  • 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.
  • Beyond the tourist trail with an intimate peaceful sampan ride
    Leave the crowds and the tourist floating market behind, and an intimate peaceful sampan ride through the top secret canals of Mekong Delta - Can Tho city lets you slow down and truly feel the peace of the Mekong. You drift quietly past lush greenery, hidden waterways, and authentic village life - a serene experience you will not find on the main river.
  • 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.
  • Fantastic fresh air village walk along the canals
    Enjoy a fantastic fresh air village walk along the canals. It is the best way to unclock the Mekong agriculture, troipical orchards, water melon farm (seasonal), small canals and countryside life. (About 15 mintues walk)
  • Enjoy the fresh seasonal tropical fruits
    The tour will be serving the fresh seasonal tropical fruits at the floating market as well
  • Organic cacao farm
    The sampan keeps reaching to the organic cacao farm where the guide will tell you interesting stories about cacao and Mr. Cacao and how to make chocolates, wines, comestics... Have a glass of cacao milk (included).
  • Tour ends around 11am-11:30am at the hotel
    Car/taxi picks you up, and transfers back to your hotel in Can Tho City.
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154 reviews on “Can Tho: A Real Mekong Tour, Floating Market, Cacao & Life’s”

  1. Amelie Dubois. from France said:
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    Enchanting Can Tho – Culture and Nature Combined

    Our tour with guide Lam was a fantastic journey into the heart of the Mekong Delta. Starting with the bustling yet charming Cai Rang floating market at sunrise was magical. Lam’s stories about the market and local life gave us great insight into why this experience is so precious and unique. The stop at the tropical fruit garden was both educational and delicious — tasting fresh, exotic fruits straight from the orchard was a real highlight. The quiet sampan ride through secret canals was peaceful and romantic, a perfect contrast to the busy market. We felt like we truly connected with the local culture and nature thanks to Lam.

  2. Oliver Benson. from United Kingdom said:
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    A Magical Morning at the Floating Market

    We had an unforgettable early morning tour of the Cai Rang floating market with our guide, Hieu. From the moment we boarded the authentic sampan boat, Hieu’s knowledge and passion brought the Mekong Delta to life. The fresh pineapple and noodle soup breakfast on the river was a delightful treat, especially for a vegetarian like me. Visiting the rice noodle family factory was eye-opening — the colorful noodles and rice noodle pizza were unexpected highlights! The peaceful ride through the secret canals afterward was a perfect way to end the morning. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a genuine local experience.

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