Private Tour
Cai Rang Floating Market & Mekong Delta Private Tour from HCM city
Overview
Available languages
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‘s Included
Tropical Fruits
Bottled water
Local boat trips
Lunch
Hotel pick-up and drop off
English speaking tour guide
Transportation by private vehicle
optional Tips (recommended)
What To Expect
Cai Rang Floating Market
At 5:00AM Depart from Ho Chi Minh City and relax on the 2.5-hour drive to Can Tho in the Mekong Delta. Along the way, we will stop by at a local restaurant for the breakfast if needed. Or we will come to the Cai Rang floating market and have breakfast there. At 8:00AM. Arrive Cai Rang Floating Market, you will have the opportunity to observe the lively bartering at the the most popular Floating Market of Cai Rang where vendors and buyers trading local agricultural products from their gardens. Navigate the water channels by boat and make your way around the Market to join the hustle and bustle of the locals. Discover how an authentic vermicelli soup dish from Vietnam is made before wandering through the village where you will get to visit the Fruit Garden, enjoy fresh tropical fruits. If you like, you can even pick and buy fresh seasonal fruits from the garden.
My Tho
After exploring the market. We'll traveling to My Tho where you'll board a traditional Mekong Delta boat for a scenic cruise on the Mekong River. You will pass by the Turtle, Dragon, Phoenix Islets and arrive at the Unicorn Islet. As you embark on this journey, you'll be captivated by the lush greenery and bustling river life. Continue your exploration by riding a traditional sampan boat through the narrow waterways with coconut palms lining both sides. This up-close experience allows you to appreciate the unique ecosystem and local way of life. Stop at a bee farm, savor honey tea, taste local fruits and enjoy traditional music performed by the villagers and learn about the daily life of the locals. Enjoy a local lunch with Vietnamese dishes (vegan food available) Relax and then head back to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive approximately at around 4:45AM. We take you back to your hotel
Options
Private Tour
Transportation: by air-conditioned vehicle. Pickup & Drop off at your hotel or private addresses in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included
VIP Private Tour
Transfer by VIP Limousine: Pickup & Drop off at your hotel or private addresses in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included
Reviews
175 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Trip
Matthew R,
Jul 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00We were picked up early in the morning at our hotel by Nick and the driver. After quite a long car ride (perfect time for a nap) we arrived at the boat to take us to the floating market. First we visited a stall to buy a banh mi to eat on the boat. It was about a 20 minute boat ride to the floating market where we got to try coconut water, Vietnamese coffee and then onto a boat for pineapple and to see how the sellers of the market live while they are there. The market itself is dwindling in size because it’s such an unstable way of life so they predict that it will be gone completely in about 5 years. There is also a stop at a rice noodle factory where you get to try and roll out the rice paper and help cut the noodles. Make sure to bring cash for the market. Next was a stop at a honey bee farm where we got to sample honey tea which was delicious. From there was a boat ride to a coconut candy factory where we saw how they make the coconut into its different forms. Lots of delicious samples. Next was a tuktuk ride to a local fruit stand (delicious) with folk music and a peaceful paddle boat ride along a canal to lunch. After a full lunch we walked around a bit and then back to Ho Chi Minh. We cannot say enough wonderful things about our day as well as our incredible tour guide Nick. He was friendly, helpful and so knowledgeable about the culture and experience of living in Vietnam.
We got picked up at 5am...
Sam N,
Jun 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00We got picked up at 5am from our hotel and started on our private tour. The van was big and clean. The tour was very informative and eye opening. We went to the chocolate factory and got to taste chocolate. Got to go onto one of the local home aka boat to have pineapple. The pineapple was so sweet and delicious. I would totally do this tour again.
An outstanding experience
JOHN K,
Apr 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00I was on a private tour with Simon who was great. He was very knowledgeable and an excellent communicator. This was a long day starting with a pickup at my hotel at 5AM, but as I expected, very well worth the time commitment to drive to the delta and see first hand the life and commerce conducted on the river. The tour was very interesting. The experience included various boats and locations which gave me a very varied view on this part of Vietnam. Both Simon and the driver we flexible and I was able to request a few small changes to the schedule so I could return to Ho Chi Minh City within my time frame. I 100% recommend this tour.
My day started at 5:00 AM...
Leida D,
Mar 20, 2025
- Viator
5.00My day started at 5:00 AM and from the moment our tour guide, Harry and driver Mr. Minh picked us up at the hotel, it was enjoyment and pleasurable. Harry was so friendly and professional. He made sure my husband and I had the most memorable tour we’ve had in a while. Harry deserves a 10 star review for the way he made us feel. He was personable, yet very respectful and kind. I wish everyone booking this tour has him as their tour guide. The mini van they picked us up in was comfortable and clean. I truly loved the amazing experience we had with Harry and Mr. Minh.
Our guide Alex (the...
Marion S,
Jan 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide Alex (the Aussie) was great along with our driver. Long day filled with lots of history and sites.
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