Mekong Delta Explorer (5 days)
Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) – Vinh Long – An Binh Island – Can Tho – Chau Doc
Highlights
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Cycle to Vietnamese/Cambodian border
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Sunset on Sam Mountain in Chau Doc
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Floating markets + fish farms
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Stay in a guesthouse on An Binh Island
Overview
For cycling enthusiasts, this adventure heads to the Vietnamese/Cambodian border. Cycle along quiet waterways, shady back lanes and rickety foot bridges to negotiate ferry crossings across large fast flowing rivers. The scenery is spectacular and diverse! From coconut canopy lane ways to immense planes of rice fields, you bike past fish farming villages, Khmer and Buddhist Temples. Visit the bustling Cai Rang Floating Markets and boat along peaceful canals. When in Chau Doc, a culturally diverse town on the border, drive to the summit of Sam Mountain for magnificent sunset views over the Mekong Delta and flood plains.
Itinerary at a glance
Day 1 |
Arrive HCMC and check into hotel. The rest of the day is free. |
Day 2 |
Transfer to My Tho for a boat trip and island sightseeing. Afternoon bike ride and boat trip to An Binh Island. Over night in guesthouse. |
Day 3 |
Cycle and ferry crossing to Vinh Long. Ride to Can Tho overnight in a hotel. |
Day 4 |
Morning boat trip to Cia Rang Floating Markets followed by a bike ride along country roads to Chau Doc. Sunset on Sam Mountain. |
Day 5 |
Boat trip to the morning markets and fish farm villages. Ride to Cao Lanh, late afternoon transfer to HCMC. |
Prices
Price Per Person |
Twin Share |
3 to 4 people |
$690 |
2 people |
$850 |
Single supplement |
$130 |
Validity |
31 March 2009 |
Prices are in Australian dollars based upon the number of people travelling together. Price reduces as your travel group size increases. Price is land content only + subject to currency fluctuations. Prices beyond 31/03/09 available on request. See Booking Conditions for more details.Call 1300 43 10 69 for bookings.
Includes
- Hotel accommodation based on twin share. If a single room is required a single supplement will apply.
- Guesthouse on the island
- Airport transfer upon arrival to HCMC to your hotel
- Return transfers to HCMC
- Local English speaking guide
- Support crew + support vehicle
- Drinking water for cycling activity
- All boat trips, entrance + sightseeing fees
- Mountain bike or hybrid bike - see equipment as listed in 'Trip notes'
Meals
- 4 Breakfasts
- 4 Lunches
- 3 Dinners
Excludes
- Airfares and departure taxes
- Travel insurance
- Visa, passport or vaccination costs
- Other meals not specified in the itinerary
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, bar charges, tips, optional activities
Trip notes
Hotels & guesthouse
The hotels you stay in are centrally located and comfortable with private facilities. Standard hotels have a three star rating. For an additional cost you can upgrade to a deluxe standard hotel. It is possible to leave some luggage in a secure storage room in your hotel in HCMC while you are on your cycling adventure.
The guesthouse on An Binh Island is basic but comfortable with shared amenities.
Food
All meals, indicated in the detailed itinerary, are included in the price. You eat in local restaurants and feast on delicious local Vietnamese specialties. Western food is available in some restaurants.
Local guides
English speaking guides support your sightseeing and cycling activities. These guides love their job and are on hand to ensure you have a great trip. They have extensive experience in guiding outdoor tours in Vietnam and have internationally recognised first aid qualifications.
Support crew
A support vehicle and driver transports your luggage during the day while you are cycling.
The biking day
A typical trekking day starts at around 8.30am. We aim to reach the next overnight stop between 4.30pm and 5.00pm. During the day you have short breaks for rests, snacks and there’s plenty of opportunity for photographs. Depending upon the distance, terrain and weather, the day can be mixed with riding and driving sections of the trail.
Equipment provided
We use 21 speed quality mountain bikes, available in different sizes. Please advise your size before departure so we can ensure you are fitted with the right bike. Kids bikes are available. Good quality helmets, handle bar bag for your camera and a first-aid kit are also provided.
What to bring
Shoes for cycling (runners), thongs or comfortable slip-on shoes for the evening, light weight shorts, shirt & t-shirt, raincoat, hat, sunglasses, sun block, insect repellent, toiletries, flashlight, water bottle, camera & spare batteries/charger, pen & paper, original passport, small amount of money for shopping in markets and meals not included, toilet paper, zip lock bags, barley sugar or lollies for sustenance and personal medication.
Note on client safety
We reserve the right to deviate from this itinerary for any reason, including road and weather conditions, frequency of visits to a village or for any other factor that may impact client safety.
Your group + share accommodation
Prices are based upon twin share accommodation. A single traveller pays the single supplement price for sole use of a room. If you are travelling in a group of three and are happy to share a triple room and a triple room is available, you will not be charged the single supplement price. For groups of five or seven people, the single traveller pays the single supplement price if a triple room is not available or you do not want to share. The number of single rooms and triple rooms available may be limited – so book early to avoid disappointment.
Handy travel tips + travelling responsibly
For more information on how you can participate in sustainable tourism go to Handy Travel Tips. To help plan your trip go to Vietnam Visa + Travel Guide .
Please email us for further information or call 1300 43 10 69.
