After your morning Tai Chi session and a delightful breakfast, embark on an exploration of this area, renowned primarily for its aquaculture.
Upon disembarking, immerse yourselves in the vibrant town life of Tan Chau by boarding "xelois" (the Vietnamese word for rickshaws). Your personal xeloi driver leisurely navigates through a network of streets, allowing you to observe workshops, street vendors, shops, and the intriguing day-to-day activities of the locals. Your journey takes you to the local market, where you mingle with residents as they go about their morning shopping routines. Continuing on, visit a Cao Dai temple and meet with one of the priests, who enlightens you about the unique beliefs and spirit of Cao Dai. Your final destination is a fish farm that has been operated for many years by a local family, who make their livelihood from this distinctive business. Here, gain insight into the essential knowledge required to manage such a unique enterprise in this region.
Optional Morning Excursion (Extra Cost):
By tender, you reach the shores of a small island in the Mekong River near Tan Chau. The island’s flat terrain makes this ride pleasurable and easy along lush green paths with many mango farms. Enjoy the local life and visit nice fruit gardens. You stop at a small market for a little break and chit chat with local vendors. Continue your cycling tour with some exciting sightseeing on the way: A frog farm and a workshop specialised in weaving high-quality mats.
Distance: 12 km / Duration: approx. 90 min / Terrain: flat on concrete path
Continuing your journey, you ascend the river for the remainder of the day, crossing into Cambodia and heading towards Phnom Penh. The afternoon is yours to enjoy at your leisure. It's time to embrace the soothing rhythm of this river and fully immerse yourself in the "cruise mode." You can opt for a spa treatment, relax on the sun deck, or unwind on your private balcony. As you pass under the bridge, the captain always has an interesting story to share about "his" river. Additionally, the kitchen team invites you to participate in a culinary workshop where you can learn about popular Vietnamese and Cambodian dishes. The boat docks at Phnom Penh, either mid-stream or at the pier.