Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC
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Is Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC worth booking?
Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC is a 48-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $67 per person. It scores 83 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 844 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 83 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (844)
- Duration
- 48 hours
- From
- $67 per person
Discover Cai Rang, the biggest floating market in Mekong Delta. Visit a rice noodle factory and make traditional Vietnamese pancakes on this 2-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City.
What you get
About this experience
Discover Cai Rang, the biggest floating market in Mekong Delta. Visit a rice noodle factory and make traditional Vietnamese pancakes on this 2-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City.
What's included
Included
- 2 lunches, 1 breakfast at hotel (vegan food available)
- All boat trips
- Hotel pickup & drop off in the center of District 1 (not TanDinh & Dakao)
- 1-night stay at 3-star or 5-star hotel (depending on option selected)
- Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide
- Transfer by Air-Conditioned Van/Bus
Not included
- Optional Tips (recommended)
What you'll see and do
My Tho
DAY 1. HO CHI MINH CITY - MEKONG DELTA (CAN THO) Depart around 7:45am from Ho Chi Minh City and travel to the picturesque Mekong Delta, passing through lush rice paddies and rural villages along the way. Stop to visit the beautiful Vinh Trang Pagoda. Continue to My Tho for a boat trip along the Mekong River, where you can enjoy the tranquil scenery and escape the busy city. Cruise through the coconut-lined canals of Ben Tre by sampan, then visit small local workshops to learn how coconut candy and other regional specialties are made. Meet friendly local families, sample fresh tropical fruits, honey tea, and listen to traditional Southern folk music performed by villagers. After a delicious Vietnamese lunch, continue your journey to Can Tho, the hear of Mekong Delta. Check in to your hotel and enjoy free time in the evening to explore the vibrant night market, riverside promenade, or local cafes.
180 minutes here
Cai Rang Floating Market
DAY 2: CAI RANG FLOATING MARKET - HO CHI MINH CITY At 6:00am, wake up to visit the famous Cai Rang Floating Market. Experience the lively morning trade as boats loaded with fruits and vegetables gather to sell their goods. Continue to a rice noodle factory to observe the traditional noodle-making process and visit a colorful local market nearby. Return to your hotel for breakfast and check-out before heading to the 10 Vo ancient house, a beautiful riverside home showcasing local architecture and traditions. Try your hand at making Vietnamese pancakes (bánh xèo) and enjoy a tasty local lunch. After lunch, take an optional bike ride through the peaceful countryside to explore the daily life of the locals. In the afternoon, travel back to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving at approximately 4:45pm.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Ho Chi Minh City
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
Overnight in 5-Star Hotel
Join-in small group: with 1 night stay at a 5-star hotel (Muong Thanh Luxury Can Tho Hotel or TTC Can Tho) or an equivalent option. Pickup included
Overnight in 3-Star Hotel
Join-in small group: with 1 night tay at a 3-star hotel (Van Phat Riverside Hotel or Senior Hotel Can Tho) or an equivalent option. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Viet Nam Adventure Tours JSC
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For every 2 adults in one booking, you will be accommodated in 1 room. If there are 3 adults in one booking, you may request a triple room at no additional cost.
- A supplemental fee is only applied for those who book an odd number of guests (such as 3, 5, or 7) to request a single room. The supplement for the 3-star hotel is 20 USD
- Hotel supplement: 20 USD for 3-star, 50 USD for 5-star.
- Since this is an overnight tour, you can bring your luggages with you.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 844 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
9 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
844 verified traveler reviews for Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellently executed, action-packed tour, topped off with interesting conversation
Of all the tours in all the countries I've done, this was hands down the best. It had a lot of moving parts (multiple operators playing thier part), but everything was executed flawlessly. It was quite an active tour with bike rides and so many boat trips, but provisions were made for those with mobility issues. It helped that our guide, Beo, is passinate about the delta (being his home region), eager to share about Vietnam history, and committed to ensuring all guests have a great tour. BTW I don't know what the 5-star hotel option was like, but the 3-star hotel was the best accommodation of our stay in Vietnam. Overall, I was very impressed.
via Tripadvisor
Great tour, skip the bike ride. I'll be recommending it to friends.
The tour was very good. Guide really good, explained history of things and very friendly. The 2nd day has a 4km bicycle ride. The bikes are very old, not well kept and on a 40 degrees day, middle of the day, was a bit much. If I do the tour again, I will sit this one out. The hotel was very high standard, the meals also very good. You see and experience plenty, as described.
via Viator
Great schedule and great service
amazing experience! Dat is so nice and make the trip vary comfortable. Highly recommended
via Tripadvisor
Vietnam cruise
Best Guide. Enjoyed the tour. It was great to see the islands
via Tripadvisor
We greatly enjoyed our...
We greatly enjoyed our two day tour. Our tour guide was great! We would recommend this to anyone who wants to get a glimpse of real life in the delta.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 48 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $67 to $179
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 295
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 83
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC cost?
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Prices start at $67 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC take?
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Plan for about 48 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.
Is Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 83 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 844 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 48-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC?
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Around 295 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 48-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Floating Market 2-Day Tour from HCMC start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?
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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels Small-Group Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network, Cu Chi underground tour - Learn Vietnam war with others. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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