DAY 1 : SAIGON / CAI BE (-/L/D)
-We will be met at lobby of hotel in Saigon then transfer to Cai Be. It take us around 2,5 hour driving then we arrive at Cai Be. Boarding at Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins. Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river. The soothing low cadence of the engine at the perfect cruising speed while the Mekong rivers, canals, and shoreline environments constantly nourish our senses, at times, dramatically
-Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck.
-The Bassac slips into the Chợ Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
-Visit of a village on the banks of river Mang Thit, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life and hospitality of the local inhabitants. Visit of the orchard or rice fields nearby.
-Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
-The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from the little Tra On floating market, for the night.
DAY 2 : CAN THO / SAIGON (B/-/-)
-We may get up for breakfast as early as 06:30, as the ship is resuming its cruise the Tra On floating market. The ship then departs towards Can Tho.
-Arrival in Cai Rang floating market, check out and transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market, the nearby arroyos and gardens and return to the Ninh Kieu pier. NOTE : during the week of Tet (Vietnamese New Year, the floating markets are not available because all the locals are off for the their own preparation. So we’ll organize complimentary visits to make up for the less active market)
-By mid-morning, the boat trip will end on shore at Can Tho where we will take our private vehicle back to Saigon.