Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Mekong Delta during Tết, the Vietnamese New Year. Explore local life, admire blooming flowers, savor traditional foods, and join festive activities. Book now for an unforgettable experience!
Saigon - Cai Be
Cai Be Floating Market - At 7AM, our private car and English-speaking tour guide will pick you up directly from your accommodation. After a two and a half hour drive, we will arrive at Cai Be in Tien Giang Province. Here, we will engage in the following activities:
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Bargain and trade agricultural products on boats, experiencing the floating market firsthand. This was one of the primary methods of trade in the Mekong Delta in the past.
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Savor tropical fruits while listening to “Đờn ca tài tử” - Southern amateur music, a traditional genre from Southwest Vietnam.
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Immerse yourself in the tranquil atmosphere of the water region by rowing a small boat through narrow nipa palm canals.
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Visit a bee farm to see how bees are raised for honey and enjoy honey tea. Visitors can purchase products made from honey and royal jelly.
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Tour a coconut candy factory to observe the production process and sample unique wines made from snakes or scorpions.
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Relish lunch at a local restaurant.
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After lunch, you can either rest or ride a bicycle along the village roads.
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Transfer to Mekong Lodge for an overnight stay, concluding the first day of our 3-day, 2-night Mekong tour.
Cai Be - Flower Village - Ancient House - Mandarin Farm - Can Tho
Sadec Flower Village - After lunch, we will head to Sa Dec Flower Village, known as the Colorful World of the Mekong Delta.
As the hub for flowers and bonsai, Tan Quy Dong Flower Village in Sa Dec becomes a popular destination for tourists as the New Year approaches. Visitors flock here between the 15th and 22nd of December in the Lunar calendar, when the flowers in Sa Dec begin to bloom. During this time, locals prepare to harvest and transport flowers to nearby areas for the Tet holiday.
The fields buzz with activity as people gather to cultivate flowers, creating a lively and bustling atmosphere reminiscent of the New Year. It is often said that Sa Dec experiences an early New Year. Spring arrives as locals busy themselves with planting flowers.
As the New Year draws near, many young people from Saigon visit the village to take photos, with some even coming for wedding shoots. The diverse landscapes of Sa Dec, with its vast and colorful flower fields, provide stunning backdrops for photos and never fail to captivate visitors.
Sa Dec Flower Village is a must-visit destination in the southwest during the lead-up to Tet. Its expansive and beautiful scenery will leave you in awe.
- Private transportation
- Accommodation at luxury hotels and resorts
- Friendly, experienced, and super-informative English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch included
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Breakfast included
- All fees and taxes included
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- Personal expenses (tips and money for your own use)
Recognized most frequently under the colloquial title Tết, Tết Nguyên Đán holds the position of the premier and most beloved holiday and festivity in Vietnam. It functions as the Vietnamese celebration of the New Year, ushering in the season of spring as dictated by the Lunar calendar. The moniker Tết Nguyên Đán is Sino-Vietnamese terminology for the First Morning Feast.
Experiencing Tết in the Mekong Delta is truly remarkable because it offers an opportunity to discover the charm of local existence, the vibrancy of myriad blossoming flowers and a chance to partake in numerous communal activities. You can also savor traditional food that is exclusively served during the Tết holiday and soak in the bustling ambiance.
By choosing this tour, you are guaranteed an unparalleled extraordinary adventure!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
