MEKONG EYES -CRUISE THE MEKONG IN STYLE MEKONG EYES -CRUISE THE MEKONG IN STYLE
Tour Code: VCR-MK/ME
Can Tho - Cai Be    Journey Map
The Mekong Delta is one of Vietnam's travel destinations. The delta lies 50 miles south of Saigon (70 km). In the Mekong Delta, we can do many excursions around its canals, to floating markets and discover the river life of local people.
Treat yourself to something exceptional - a memorable trip on the waterways of the vast Mekong Delta! The Mekong Eyes is the perfect holiday vessel to cruise the Mekong in style. Once a typical rice barge, it now offers beautifully decorated cabins and a stylish lounge area. While you are basking on the sun deck our friendly staff will pamper you with cool drinks and freshly cooked delicacies.
TOUR HIGHTLIGHTS
   Board the Mekong Eyes and enjoy a great view through the panoramic
    windows


   Watch the flow of daily life on the Mekong, the sand and rice barges,
    the locals building boats on the wooden yards and drying tropical fruits


   Visit Cai Rang floating market, one of the most lively floating markets
    of the Delta, with wonderful photo opportunities


Day 1: Saigon -Cai Be, Panorama Cruise (L, D)
There a pick up at hotel and head to Cai Be. Board the Mekong Eyes at 12.30. Enjoy a welcome drink and get comfortable in your cabin with a great view through the panoramic windows. As lunch is served the Mekong Eyes starts cruising towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river. Watch the flow of daily life on the Mekong, the sand and rice barges, the locals building boats on the wooden yards and drying tropical fruits.
The boat heads to Cai Nhum, a little town on the banks of the river Mang Thit. Disembark for a pleasant walk through the village life and the surrounding fruit orchards and rice fields.
Back on board, enjoy a drink at the bar or take a rest on the deck as the sun sets over the vast water landscape of the Delta. We continue to Tra On where the boat will anchor for the night. The day ends with a delicious on-board dinner.
Day 2: Cai Rang floating market -Saigon (B)
Wake up well rested for another wonderful day of sightseeing. At 06.30 we set off for a sunrise cruise and an early breakfast.
After breakfast we will board sampan boats to visit Cai Rang floating market, one of the most lively floating markets of the Delta, with wonderful photo opportunities. Witness the fascinating scenes, the hustle and bustle of vendors and small boats laden with fruits. We will pull up to the merchants for talking and bargaining. Boat through the green water landscape to see local houses, verdant orchards and ship-building yards.
The trip ends at around 11.00 - 11.30 at Ninh Kieu pier in Can Tho, where our waiting vehicle will transfer us back to Saigon. End of services by Indochina Travel Service
INCLUSIVE:
Road transfers to and from Can Tho / Cai Be
Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins
3 savoury meals, Mineral water
Side trips on sampans as mentioned in the itineraries
English speaking guide on board, Entrance fees and permits where applicable
EXCLUSIVE:
Drinks ordered at the bar / restaurant, Personal expenses
Travel insurance
Services not clearly mentioned above
PRICING:
Price per person in USD 2 PAX 3 - 5 Pax Single Supplement
With shuttle bus transfer 0 0 0.0000
With private transfer 0 0 0.0000
*The above prices are based on the group from 4 - 6pax and valid until Sep, 2008. All prices might be changed subject to your group size and travel period. Some tours have Deluxe Option available. Please contact us for further information.
Note:
Boat description:

The Mekong Eyes combines regional boat-building traditions with modern comforts to become the perfect holiday vessel to cruise the Mekong in style.
At 39m long and 8.5m wide, the Mekong Eyes contains 15 lavishly furnished twin and double rooms and can accommodate up to 30 passengers. Each room has a private bathroom with shower and hot water, wardrobe, air-conditioning and fan. The rooms are well insulated against climate and sound, and all offer a fantastic panoramic view of the river. There is a large dining room in lower deck, and a stylish upper-deck inside sitting lounge, an open sitting area and sun deck on the top.

Boat schedule:

Route 1: Can Tho - Cai Be, departs every odd days
Route 2: Cai Be - Can Tho, departs every even days