Join in on the Bassac's regular overnight cruises between Cai Be and Can Tho! We will sail across the Mekong river. We keep you on small riverways as you enjoy the close contact with the changing scenery and local people...
ROUTE: CAI BE - CAN THO
Day 1: SAIGON – CAI BE (L, D)
The private vehicle and driver of Binhtours will pick up you from your
hotel this morning to depart for Cai Be.
* Boarding at Cai Be at noon.
Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
* Departure towards Cho Lach
on the Tien Giang river.
* Lunch while on route. Rest
on the deck.
* The Bassac slips into the Cho
Lach canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic,
between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very
varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
* Visit of a village on the
banks of river Mang Thit, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life and
hospitality of the local inhabitants. Visit of the orchard or rice fields
nearby.
* Boarding back, complimentary
drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The
crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
* The Bassac sets anchor just
downstream from the little Tra On floating market, for the night.
Day 2: CAN THO – SAIGON (B)
* You may get up for breakfast
as early as 06:30, as the ship is resuming its cruise the Tra On floating
market. The ship then departs towards Can Tho.
* Arrival in Cai Rang floating
market, check out and transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market,
the nearby arroyos and gardens and return to the Ninh Kieu pier.
End of services by mid-morning on shore at Can Tho. Please note you will leave the Bassac for good upon boarding the small
boat for the last visit.
Your private vehicle is waiting for you at the pier to bring you back to
Saigon with stop en route for your own lunch.
Arrive your hotel in Saigon in the
afternoon. End of services.
INCLUDE:
+ English or French speaking guide on boat (Other languages available
upon request)
+ Package 2-day join-in trip on Bassac cruise with full board based on
Twin-shared cabin.
+ All transfer and transportation by A/C vehicle as per program.
+ Entrance fees & Sightseeing fees
+ Mineral water and wet tissue (Bottle of
500ml/person/day)
EXCLUDE:
+ Accommodation in Saigon
+ Travel insurance
+ Visa
+ Tips
+ Personal expenses
What to bring
Sun block, hat, anti-insect repellent, sunglasses, sleeping bag
(optional), rain coat, toiletries, original passport.