Private Tour

Cai Rang Floating Market & Mekong Delta Private 1-Day Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

11 hours

Mobile ticket

Cai Rang is the biggest floating market of the Mekong delta where people can buy fruits and vegetables from local production. A good time to visit any of the floating markets is early in the morning, when they are very lively and colorful.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Children must be accompanied by an adult

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Cai Rang Floating Market

Depart Ho Chi Minh City at 5:00 AM and relax on the 2.5-hour drive to Can Tho in the Mekong Delta. Along the way, we can stop at a local restaurant for breakfast if needed, or enjoy breakfast directly at the Cai Rang Floating Market. Arriving around 8:00 AM, explore the vibrant Cai Rang Floating Market, the busiest in the region. Watch the lively trading as vendors sell fresh produce straight from their boats and experience the authentic atmosphere of river life. Cruise through the waterways to fully immerse yourself in the market’s hustle and bustle. Then, learn how traditional Vietnamese vermicelli soup is made before visiting a local fruit garden. Enjoy fresh seasonal fruits, and if you wish, pick and purchase your favorites straight from the orchard.

2 hours • Admission Included

My Tho

After exploring the market, continue to My Tho, where you’ll board a traditional boat for a scenic cruise along the Mekong River. Pass by the Turtle, Dragon, and Phoenix Islets before arriving at Unicorn Islet. Take in the lush greenery and vibrant river life as you travel. Continue your journey on a traditional sampan, gliding through narrow canals shaded by coconut palms. This close-up experience offers a true glimpse into the Delta’s unique ecosystem and daily life. Visit a bee farm to enjoy honey tea, sample fresh tropical fruits, and listen to traditional village music. Learn more about local culture before enjoying a Vietnamese lunch (vegan options available). After lunch, relax on the drive back to Ho Chi Minh City, arriving at around 4:45 PM. Drop-off at your hotel is included.

3 hours • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Hotel pick-up and drop off in Ho Chi Minh City

1 bottle of water

All boat trips

Vietnamese Lunch (vegan option available)

English speaking tour guide

Transportation by private vehicle

optional Tips (recommended)

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Options

VIP Private Tour

Transfer by VIP Limousine: Pickup & Drop off at your hotel or private addresses in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included

Private Tour

Transportation: by air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup & Drop off at your hotel or private addresses in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included

Reviews

4.76

201 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

175

DO NOT DO THIS TRIP... save your money.... choose another....
benhG107ZG,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
Couldn't recommend anything less...... :-( .... I booked this trip for my Brother and his wife... the market doesn't really exist any more (which they could have told us) so it was a complete waste of money $225 all inclusive trip ! and 6 hours travel time (3 hours there and 3 hours back).... on top of that they were asked to pay additional fees for vendors and other things... making the trip an absolute rip off in my opinion... very annoyed. Why not just tell people that since covid, the market doesn't exist anymore and recommend a trip that people might actually enjoy... poor advert for Vietnam and the company ! There is so much to see in Vietnam... DO NOT PAY FOR THIS
Beo -awesome guide very...
Craig E,Mar 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Beo -awesome guide very personal and knowledgeable great tour would recommend any day thanks mate had a great day
Guide
Stay61626037783,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mr. tom guided me carefully. It was very good.
Perfect day on the Mekong
travfun67,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had the most AMAZING day with Theo today at the Mekong. From the floating market to the on-land market to the noodle making and candy making, sampam through a canal - eating every step of the way - the day was perfect. Theo educated us with his immense amount of knowledge regarding Vietnam history, fruit, animals, the Mekong, the plants, the people etc… He is a man of many talents with his intelligence and humor (and I suspect) an excellent singing voice. I heard a few notes in the car. A shout out to our driver too. They made a great team. I highly recommend this tour and Theo.
Amazing
358yerbyd,Jan 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Alex is a great guide with a lot of knowledge, he is very kind and humble , his knowledge about tourism is fantastic, we wish him all the best and hope to meet him again.
Even Japanese who don't speak English well 👌
YUKA S,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I was a guide in English at first, so am I okay? I thought that was the case, but the guide told me about the interpreter (smartphone) It was good that they explained in Japanese using the Of course we were able to see a lot of things… but we changed vehicles depending on the location, so it was fun. And anyway, food comes out a lot The Vietnamese food for lunch was of course very filling with fruit, sweets (banana chips) and tea in places. If you eat well, I recommend it. Vietnamese food is sweet and delicious fruit that was delicious 😋 The guide was very kind to me Thank you very much. I had a great day.
Fantastic experience
arnold N,Jan 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
was fantastic experience and enjoyed it greatly. Highly recommended!!!. Our guide Tony was very knowledgeable.
Excellent day
K2871XAmarcosa,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Highly recommended for guide Andy with the lovely day Mekong delta to exploring the cultural of the island. We really enjoyed the rowing boat throughout canal in there .
Must Do Experience!
Compass61533021412,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
From the booking to the drop off, everything was delivered in a very professional, efficient and smooth manner. Tom our guide was amazing, excellent knowledge which he shared in excellent English. He was happy and very helpful, taking time so my elderly mum did not have to rush and could enjoy the days experience. The river market is was really interesting, our boat captain was very kind and the stop at the rice vermicelli pizza place we loved-very tasty! The land food market was great too, so interesting to see all the market traders with their produce. As we have a long and busy day tomorrow, we asked to head back to our hotel after the lunch stop. This stop was fabulous, lived making the pancakes, all the food was delicious-but too much for us! Our driver Jerry was great too, good natured and friendly driver.
Floating markets
Nancy B,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Mingo was a fantastic guide. I had an amazing day. Every detail was so well thought out. I highly recommend this tour.