Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC

Outty Ranking 54 3.8 · 73 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $42
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Outty Ranking

54/100

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Traveler rating

3.8/5

Based on 73 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC worth booking?

Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC is a 10-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $42 per person. It scores 54 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.8/5 rating across 73 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
54 / 100
Rating
3.8/5 (73)
Duration
10 hours
From
$42 per person

Experience rural life in Vietnam with a boat ride on the Mekong Delta! This day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be takes you to tranquil Cai Be area or vibrant Cai Rang floating market (depending on chosen opton). You’ll learn the art of Vietnamese cuisine and interact with the locals as you bicycle around the village – a great getaway!

What you get

    About this experience

    Experience rural life in Vietnam with a boat ride on the Mekong Delta! This day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be takes you to tranquil Cai Be area or vibrant Cai Rang floating market (depending on chosen opton). You’ll learn the art of Vietnamese cuisine and interact with the locals as you bicycle around the village – a great getaway!

    What's included

    Included

    • Local guide
    • Boat ride in the Mekong Delta
    • Bottled water
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Central District 1 hotels only)
    • Lunch
    • Cooking demonstration
    • Bicycle rental

    Not included

    • Food and drinks, unless specified
    • Gratuities

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Ho Chi Minh City

    If your hotel is not in our pick up zone, kindly head to our meeting point to join the tour.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    If your hotel is not in our pick up zone, kindly head to our meeting point to join the tour.

    Options you can book

    • Full-Day Cai Be Tour

      Note: Cai Be floating market is no longer in operation, we will pass by the remnants of the former Cai Be floating market only Pickup included

    • Cai Rang Floating Market Trip

      Duration: 12 hours: Early departure from around 5 am in the morning and return to Ho Chi Minh city by around 5 pm (depending on traffic) Cai Rang Floating Market: Full-day tour to visit Cai Rang Floating Market & Cai Be From Ho Chi Minh city 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 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Grayline Vietnam Threeland Travel

    Know before you go

    • Please specify any dietary requirement at the time of booking

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 73 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    The guide

    4 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    73 verified traveler reviews for Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Victoria_B · February 2023

    Had a great time visiting...

    Had a great time visiting the Delta. The highlights were boating around the little inlets of the river to see how the locals lived and riding around the streets before having a delicious lunch. A must do from Ho Chi Minh

    via Viator

    djs12253 · April 2019

    Mostly disappointing.

    A long and bumpy two hour drive to get to the Mekong Delta and the Floating Market (and back again!) Was hoping to see more of the Delta and the floating market was pretty much non-existent! Only a few boats left doing nothing! At least our guide explained why but still very disappointing. Only saved by the cooking class and the food after! That was better!

    via Viator

    Josef F · February 2019

    mass tourism

    it was not a hit. no floating market seen. dangerous landing stages only short stipvisite on a market mass tourism good lunch the guide was friendly. more than an hour waiting for the pick-up service in the hotel. that was really terrible! I would never book this tour again.

    via Tripadvisor

    Ashley_U · January 2019

    Amazing and informative tour

    Our tour guide Dana was amazing! With her extensive knowledge and sense of humor she made this tour even better than we imagined. While the floating markets are dwindling, the rest of the tour makes up for it. Drink the snake wine. It’s delicious.

    via Viator

    kenvanthb · December 2018

    Journey to Mekong delta

    Very nature filled area. They bring you to a garden to see different types of plants. Then they brought us to a place where they thought us how make rice paper.Then they brought us to eat lunch. The lunch we had was fish, pork,and wraps. After which they brought us to a bee breeding area where they sold us honey etc. Then they brought us to an area where they made coconut sweets. The coconuts there is a must try, as they were naturally really sweet when compared to other coconuts. Then they showed us how to make the sweets. There was also a horse ride on the way to the the row boat ride. Then we stopped for a quick break we here we bought drinks such as sugar cane juice. We had a good nature sight seeing during the row boat. Then we headed back to the boat to get to the bus back to ho chin ming city which was a two hour long journey . We went to this location via TheSinhTourist agency at the price of 219k Vietnam dong per person.

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $42 to $99
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    26
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Grayline Vietnam Threeland Travel, who run 77 experiences we rank across 11 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.5.

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    Why this scores 54

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)30
    Review evidence (18% weight)58
    Booking momentum (14% weight)52
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)68
    Local standing (8% weight)0
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.

    How much does Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC cost?

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    Prices start at $42 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 Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC take?

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    Plan for about 10 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 Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 54 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.8/5 across 73 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | 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 Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC?

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    Around 26 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | 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 Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. 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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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC?

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    Included: Local guide; Boat ride in the Mekong Delta; Bottled water; Hotel pickup and drop-off (Central District 1 hotels only); and Lunch. Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 243 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC?

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    Across 73 reviews averaging 3.8 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, the guide, organization. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    What booking options are available for Mekong Delta Trip To Cai Be OR Cai Rang Floating Market | HCMC?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Full-Day Cai Be Tour, Cai Rang Floating Market Trip. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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