The Mekong Delta's high population density and extensive agricultural lands have not left a lot of space to nature. There are a handful of nature reserves and bird sanctuaries however and Tra Su's proximity to Chau Doc makes it very accessible.
Tra Su is home to a rich array of bird and other wildlife that live among the canals and cajaput trees (tea trees) - all planted since the end of the Vietnam War.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Ben Tre - Can Tho
Start from Ho Chi Minh City and depart for My Tho and visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda. Then, take a boat along the river to see the typical stilt houses and fruit plantations of the area. Proceed to Tortoise Island and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Continue by boat under the shade of the water coconut trees and visit a family business that epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle. Take a row-boat along the creeks, and then stroll through the fruit plantations and village. Continue to Can Tho for your overnight stay.
Day 2: Cai RangFloating Market - Tra Su Sanctuary – Chau Doc
Start with an early morning boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market and marvel at the mounds of fruit and vegetables on display as you experience the market at its busiest time of day. Cruise through the small channels to visit a rice noodle making village, and then break for lunch. Proceed to Chau Doc and venture into the Tra Su Cajuput Forest to visit a wild bird sanctuary. Discover the diversity of the splendid canals deep in the forest as you look for storks, cranes and other tropical birds. Return to Chau Doc to check in to your overnight accommodation.
Day 3: Chau Doc – Ho Chi Minh City/ Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Option 1: Back Ho Chi Minh City
Following breakfast in the early morning, go for a short walk before pick-up at the river bank. Journey to the fish farms and floating village of the Cham community, before taking the bus to back Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.
Option2: Exit to Phnom Penh
Following breakfast in the early morning, go for a short walk before pick-up at the river bank. Journey to the fish farms before traveling by speed boat to Phnom Penh, where your tour ends.
INCLUSIONS:
Group size : 20 - 45 pax
Transportation by air-conditioned bus
English-speaking guide
Mekong Delta boat trip
All entrance fees
2 breakfasts and 2 lunches ( if options selected)
Accommodation at 2-star hotels (based on 2 people sharing a twin or double room)
Mineral water (1 bottle per person/day)
EXCLUSIONS:
Travel insurance
Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program
Personal expenses
Homestay option on request
Single supplement
Tips & tax
Express boat ticket between Chau Doc and Phnom Penh ( with air-con ) start 7.30 – arr 13.30 ( Drop off at SisowathWharf )
NOTE:
Meet up option: Customer must be present at TNK office Travel (220 De Tham Street, Dist 1, HCMC) at 7:45 AM
Pick- up & Transfer option : included pick up and transfer to the centrally located hote/accommodation in Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
Time pick up is 7:30-7:45 AM, customer must be present at the lobby on that time. ( the time of pick up depends on your accommodation’s exact position)
Please choose the meet up option for the hotel outside the Dist 1 or the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn Thị Nghĩa Street,…
Attires are appropriate for a visit to the pagoda (you must have shoulders and knees covered).
We are not responsible for your lateness.
Children must be accompanied by an adult. Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, otherwise they will be subject to the adult rate. A surcharge maybe applied to the bookings with 2 or more children.
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
