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Biking the Mekong Delta

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Spend three days cycling through the Mekong Delta countryside on this Vietnam trip extension from Ho Chi Minh City. Ride through the rural landscapes of Cai Be, Vinh Long, and Can Tho, immersing yourself in the local culture. Explore vibrant floating markets, pedal along scenic rural roads, and interact with friendly villagers. Experience the tranquility of the delta with boat rides and relax at traditional homestays. This active tour is a perfect addition to any South Vietnam itinerary, offering a unique opportunity to discover the heart of Vietnam's countryside through cycling and cultural exploration.
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Highlights
  • Enjoy meals with locals in their private homes
  • Bike through small villages for a glimpse into life along the delta
  • Visit local Vietnamese market
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Activity Level: Moderate
Activities that provide a reasonable level of physical challenge and elevate the heart rate. Focused on more active pursuits including multisport tours. Travelers may be active 5-7 hours total each day. Recommended for travelers with active lifestyles.
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Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - Cycle the Northern Delta

Depart from your hotel at 7:00 am and transfer for an hour to a local coffee shop for a bike fitting and morning refreshments. Continue with a 45-minute van ride to My Tho, where the cycling journey begins on paved rural roads lined with exotic fruit trees. Ride deeper south along narrow concrete canal paths, surrounded by dense vegetation and winding waterways that merge into the Mekong River. Along the way, stop at a local market and other interesting spots.

At the river, board a private boat to An Binh Island and enjoy a free afternoon to explore or unwind at the homestay.

Distance: 31 miles / 50 kilometers

Day 2: Cycle around Ben Tre – Vinh Long

Start the day exploring the Mekong Delta by boat, gliding through narrow canals once used as vital transport routes during the Vietnam War. Navigate narrow waterways around Cai Be and Vinh Long, passing stilted homes, floating markets, and lush riverbanks.

Continue with a guided cycling journey through the rural backroads of Vinh Long province. Ride past brightly painted homes and rice paddies, stopping in villages where locals share traditional customs and offer a taste of regional cuisine. Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch in a local home or small restaurant.

After lunch, board a van for a 1.5-hour drive to Can Tho, the Delta’s largest city, arriving by late afternoon to check in at your hotel and unwind for the evening.

Distance: 31 miles / 50 kilometers

Day 3: Vinh Long – Xeo Quyt – Ho Chi Minh City

  • 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Begin the day with a boat ride through Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest and most vibrant floating market in the Mekong Delta. Watch as boats piled high with tropical fruits, vegetables, and household goods navigate the waterways while vendors call out their prices and conduct business directly from their boats.

Then set out by bike along peaceful riverside roads that wind through the countryside. Ride past fruit orchards, traditional stilt houses, and the dense tropical foliage that defines this lush region.

Enjoy a final lunch at a local restaurant, featuring Mekong Delta specialties such as fresh spring rolls, tamarind soup, and the region’s well-known elephant ear fish.

In the afternoon, travel approximately three hours by van back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Distance: 18 miles / 30 kilometers

Accommodations

Ut Trinh Homestay

Ut Trinh Homestay
Ut Trinh Homestay
Ut Trinh Homestay

Nam Bo Boutique Resort

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Notes

Included
  • 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 1 Dinner
  • 2 Nights Accommodations
  • 3 Days Locally Hosted Guide Service
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • All entrance fees on tour
  • Service of English-speaking station guides as mentioned on the itinerary
  • Regenerative Travel Program
  • All transfers and transport as per program
  • All accommodation as per program (based on double/twin sharing room)
Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • All drinks
  • Other expenses not mentioned on the itinerary
  • Air tickets both domestic and international
  • Visa fees and/or visa authorization
  • Early check-in and late check-out at hotels, if not mentioned in the program
  • Any compulsory and peak season surcharge (normally New Year periods, Christmas, Lunar New Year, and National Holiday)

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