Song Xanh Sampan - Life on Mekong
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✨ Itinerary highlights
Song Xanh Sampan offers a private and authentic cruising experience through the Mekong Delta, perfect for couples, families, or solo travelers. Each sampan is fully chartered, allowing guests to explore quiet waterways and hidden canals, far from typical tourist routes.
The journey reveals the daily rhythms of local life along the river, with visits to ancestral homes and traditional workshops. Some meals are served onboard, while others are arranged at ancient houses, offering unique cultural exchanges with local families.
Detailed itinerary
10:00 Depart
Depart from Phu An Jetty aboard your private sampan. As the cruise begins, you’ll observe vibrant scenes of daily life along the riverbanks — people trading, washing, or relaxing by the water set against the lush Mekong landscape.
10:30 Visit to Local Workshops & Ancient House
Make several stops to explore the region’s traditional cottage industries, including coconut candy and puffed rice making. Continue to a 19th-century ancient house in Dong Hoa Hiep village, offering a glimpse into Mekong heritage and architecture.
12:30 Clay Pot Factory Visit
Cross the Co Chien River and visit a local clay pot factory, where artisans use traditional techniques to produce large terracotta jars used for food storage.
13:00 Lunch On Board While Cruising
Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch as you continue cruising towards Binh Minh through a quiet, narrow canal surrounded by natural scenery.
14:30 Cao Dai Temple
Stop to visit a colorful Cao Dai temple and learn about this uniquely Vietnamese religion that blends spiritual beliefs from East and West.
16:00 Sunset Cruise to Hau River
Return to your sampan and relax on deck as you enjoy a tranquil sunset cruise along the Hau River.
19:00 Dinner & Overnight On Board
Savor a peaceful dinner served onboard before settling in for the night on the Mekong.
6:00 Cai Rang Floating Market Visit
Rise early to explore the famous Cai Rang Floating Market, where local traders sell fresh produce and daily essentials from their boats. Experience the energy of this unique river economy.
7:00 Breakfast On Board
Enjoy breakfast on the sampan while continuing to cruise through the market and surrounding waterways.
9: 00 Scenic Cruise to Can Tho
Cruise toward Can Tho, passing by local villages and lush riverbanks, with time to relax and take photos along the way.
10:30 Disembarkation at Victoria Can Tho
Arrive at the private jetty of Victoria Can Tho Hotel and disembark, concluding your two-day journey through the heart of the Mekong Delta.
