Phong Dien floating market & small canal
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  • Can Tho, Cai Rang, Phong Dien
  • By Team Vemekong
04:00 AM – 11:00 AM Sampan (Small Boat) Up to 10 guests Tour in Can Tho English speaking guide Veggie-friendly

This tour closed for a while because the roads are under maintained. 

Unlock the secrets of Can Tho & her intriguing labyrinth of small canals with an amazing sampan ride. The unique customized tour of two floating markets: Cai Rang and Phong Dien. Join hands with the local to make traditional noodles. Visit the most beautiful orchard & savor seasonal fruits.

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Highlights
Take small boat to two floating markets Visit the traditional noodle house Unlock the secrets of Can Tho & small canals Enjoy the beautiful tropical orchard Experience the local life on river
Itinerary
  • Pick-up
    04:00 AM, our local guide and car driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer to the sampan (small boat) for embarking.
  • Phong Dien floating market is the priority one
    When you arrive, weave around the sampan, have a cup of coffee, tea and enjoy the rowing sampan market where the local sell to local only. (about 10 local boats there, maybe 2 or 3, maybe nothings, please make sure you like the canals in Phong Dien, this is your tour. We don't think to call 10 boats as a "market"- this news updated from July 2024)
  • Cai Rang floating market – a must thing to see in Can Tho
    Your guide will explain things about the history of the market, the local life on the river. Enjoy the tour with the freshest pineapple on the floating boat and say GOOD MORNING VIETNAM! GOOD MORNING MEKONG!
  • Beautiful tropical orchard
    Your lovely sampan keeps exploring the waterways and reaching to the beautiful tropical orchard, your guide will share a lot of information about native tropical trees in the region, and you can savor some fresh seasonal fruits.
  • The friendly family’s traditional noodle house
    You’ll be impressed by the colorful noodles, and how fascinating the noodles are made by the local. The family will serve you the yummy noodle pizza made by the owner’s wife…
  • Back to hotel
    11:00 AM, transfer back to your hotel in Can Tho City.
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111 reviews on “Phong Dien floating market & small canal

  1. Natalia Kowalska. from Poland said:
    Verified ✓
    Sunrise Serenity and Hidden Gems of Can Tho

    An absolutely magical experience! Our guide Hannah and the driver picked us up before dawn, and I was amazed at how peaceful the Mekong Delta could be at that hour. The sampan ride through Phong Dien’s quiet canals felt like a dream — just a few boats, mist rising off the water, and total stillness. We loved how this tour wasn’t about crowds but about seeing the real, living Mekong. At Cai Rang, we had fun chatting with vendors and watching daily life unfold on the river. The tropical orchard was lush and full of surprises, and the fruit-tasting session was delicious. Hannah’s energy and stories added so much richness to the whole day. 100% recommend if you’re looking for an off-the-beaten-path experience.

  2. Lukas Schneider. from Switzerland said:
    Verified ✓
    Raw and Authentic Mekong Morning Adventure

    This tour was something truly special. We started at 4 AM from our hotel in Can Tho, and by sunrise we were gently gliding through the quiet canals of Phong Dien. While the “market” had just a few boats (as the guide explained, it’s becoming less busy over time), it didn’t matter — the peaceful setting and canal life were incredible to see. Our guide Chris was absolutely brilliant, sharing so much insight into the region and answering every question with warmth and depth. The Cai Rang market was livelier, and the fresh pineapple we had right on the boat was unforgettable. I especially loved the visit to the local family’s noodle house — the noodle pizza was a surprise highlight! This is the kind of tour you remember for a long time.

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