MEKONG TOURS MEKONG DELTA ONE DAY TRIP
The Mekong's Vietnamese name, Cuu Long, means Nine Dragons for the nine mouths that terminate the flow of this great river as it. is absorbed by the sea The people of south Vietnam are often very proud of the richness and vastness of this land. When referring to the rice fields in this area, they often say, "co bay thang canh", meaning the land is so large that the cranes can stretch their wings as they fly. Today, the region is one of Vietnam's highest producers of rice crops, vegetables and fruits. My Tho, a capital of Tien Giang Province, is an inland port in the Mekong River Delta which is two-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. It is a transportation and commercial center for a rich agricultural region and has some manufacturing industries. It is also noted for its exuberant orchards and immense rice fields. My Tho was controlled by the Cambodians until it was annexed by the Annamese in the late 17th century. It was under French rule from 1862 to 1954. Boat tour on the Mekong River is the amusing activity in My Tho. Attractions in My Tho are orchards and rice fields on Phoenix Island, Thoi Son Island, Vinh Trang Pagoda and Dong Tan Snake Farm Itinerary Our car driver and tour guide will pick up at your hotel around 08:00 AM and transfer to My Tho. On arrival, cruising along small creek to Mekong River estuary, to Con Phung (Phoenix Island) and stop over a garden restaurant at a local house for Vietnamese lunch. The motorized boat cruise more along natural creeks and quiet village in Ben Tre Province. Visit orchards, bee - keeping farm, taste natural honey and honey wine, enjoy tropical fruit, traditional music, see round a distillery, explore the local coconut candy production process, taste candy & coconut pulp. On the way back to Ho Chi Minh with stop at bonsai garden in My Tho. Arrival at your hotel around 05:00 PM, end the tour. Tour rate: 35 US$ / per person Inclusions * Entrance fees
* Air-conditioned transportation * Lunch * English/ French speaking tour guide * Mineral water during the trip * Boat trip
Exclusions
* Personal expenses Additional information * The tour is operated daily but you need to book at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
* Prices are per person. Infant and child prices will be applied for children under 12 years old.
* The prices are for group tour. For private tour, please contact us for the quote
* Complimentary pick-up service available from your selected point of departure in Ho Chi Minh City. Please advise pick-up location at time of booking and call upon arrival in Vietnam to re-confirm pick-up time.
We wish you a wonderful trip in Vietnam!
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