Cycling into Mekong Delta Tours & Homestay

The vast verdant system of rivers, canals, and paddle field rice with peaceful countryside lanes shadowed by lines of coconut and fruit trees make Mekong delta tours an ideal place for biking. Especially an overnight in a local home is perfect for learning typical Mekong Delta lifestyles as well as interacting with the hospitable locals.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City  Ben Tre Boat Cruise (L,D)

Depart Ho Chi Minh City for a scenic morning drive towards the Mekong Delta. Cycle as much as you wish along the country road with beautiful from Tan An to Cho Gao landscapes and rural communities (30km/90 minutes). Then pedal your bike to Rach Mieu ferry and cross Tien River to Ben Tre. Arrive at a local home in Ben Tre at noon. Take an afternoon boat cruise on Mekong River, rowing local sampan to meet with local people and see their daily works. Have dinner of traditional Mekong tours foods. After dinner take in a performance of traditional rural music. Spend the night in a local house in Ben Tre.

Day 2: Ben Tre - Cai Be Floating Market  Ho Chi Minh City (B,L)

Have a morning boat cruise from Ben Tre to Cai Be along the mighty Mekong River and its tributaries to view the daily lives of people who work and play on the waterways of the Mekong Delta. Stop by Cai Be floating market en route. Leisurely pedal you bike on village trails along the river (15 km/1 hour). On the way, stop by an authentic Delta house, a fruit wholesale market, and a family-run business producing rice paper  a key ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine. After lunch, drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and drop off at your hotel.

Include:
Bike rental
English/French speaking guide
Homestay with breakfast
Round trip of private transfer from/to Saigon
Boat excursions
Meals as mentioned in the program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)

Mineral water and cold towels

Admission fees and permits where applicable

Exclude:
Airfares & airport taxes
Pre/post trip arrangement (upon request)
Visa and visa arrangement
Travel insurance
Other personal expenses