Mekong Serenity to Island Retreat

Mekong Serenity to Island Retreat

Vietnam

 6 days 5 nights

Places visited: Ho Chi minh - Cai Be - Can Tho - Phu Quoc/Con Dao

  • Time 6 days 5 nights
  • Place start Ho Chi Minh
  • Transport by car, air, boat
  • Tour Style Beach stay, Wellness Retreats
  • Pricing US$ 498 per person
  • Validity May - Sep 2026

Highlights: 

  • Glide through narrow canals on a local sampan and see daily life along the water.
  • Pedal your bike along paths through peaceful villages and green orchards.
  • Enjoy a friendly chat and learn about the local way of life.
  • Wrap it all up by relaxing on the beautiful beaches of Phu Quoc or Con Dao.

ITINERARY

Vietnam   -  6 days 5 nights

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH - MEKONG DELTA/ CAI BE L

After a 2.5-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh, arrive in Cai Be, the heart of the Mekong Delta. Board a local boat to explore riverside villages and learn about the customs of riverine life. Visit workshops producing rice paper, coconut candy, and popped rice, then glide by rowing boat into narrow canals for a peaceful countryside experience. Continue to Tan Phong Island for a gentle bike ride through orchards and village paths, stopping to observe traditional crafts such as rice-net making, coconut-leaf weaving, and water-hyacinth products. Conclude with tea and traditional music in a local garden before transferring to your hotel.

Overnight Mekong Riverside resort in Cai Be 

DAY 2: CAI BE - CAN THO B

Free time at leisure. Check-out time is at 12:00, after which you will be transferred to Can Tho.

Depart for a half-day city tour of Can Tho: visit Binh Thuy Ancient House, a beautifully preserved French–Vietnamese mansion. Continue to Munir Ansay Pagoda, a striking Khmer Buddhist temple known for its bright yellow façade and Angkor-inspired architecture. Built in 1948, the pagoda features intricate carvings, peaceful courtyards, and a serene main hall with Buddha statues. It also serves as a cultural hub for major Khmer festivals, making it a meaningful stop to explore Khmer heritage in the Mekong Delta.

After the tour, transfer to your hotel for check-in.

Overnight in Can Tho

DAY 3: CAN THO - Fly to PHU QUOC ISLAND or CON DAO ISLAND B

Enjoy an early morning motorboat trip to the Cai Rang Floating Market, where dozens of boats laden with fruits, vegetables, and fish from across the Delta gather to trade. Notice the tall poles displaying sample products, allowing buyers to identify what each boat sells from a distance, as well as the many small boats offering meals and refreshments.

While exploring the market, enjoy a cup of local coffee and taste fresh seasonal fruit from the boat vendors. Afterward, your guide will take you on a short walk through a nearby morning market on shore to observe daily local life.

You will then be transferred to Can Tho Airport for your flight to Con Dao or Phu Quoc (No flights on Friday and Saturday).

Overnight in Con Dao or Phu Quoc 

DAY 4: PHU QUOC/CON DAO B

Free time at leisure.

Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc is a vibrant island escape known for its luxurious resorts, lively beach clubs, and diverse dining scene. Beyond its golden beaches, the island offers cable-car rides, night markets, and family-friendly activities. It’s ideal for travelers seeking comfort, variety, and a mix of relaxation and entertainment.

Con Dao
Con Dao is a serene, untouched archipelago with pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and a deep sense of tranquility. The island is known for its protected national parks, sea turtle conservation, and meaningful historical sites. It’s perfect for travelers seeking privacy, nature, and a peaceful, exclusive getaway.

Overnight in Phu Quoc or Con Dao 
 

DAY 5: PHU QUOC/CON DAO B

Today is yours to design. Embrace the island’s rhythm at your own pace—discover its highlights, retreat to a secluded beach, or simply unwind by the pool.

Overnight in Phu Quoc/Con Dao

DAY 6: PHU QUOC/CON DAO - DEPARTURE B

Today is free at your leisure until your transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

For Phu Quoc, there are multiple international flight options; please check availability and book the most suitable connection for your onward destination.

For Con Dao, only domestic flights are available. You may fly to Ho Chi Minh City to connect with your international flight home or continue to Hanoi.

Policy & services

Our services include:

  • Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room

  • Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)

  • English speaking guide (for other languages and a national guide supplements apply)

  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle 

  • Entrance fees for mentioned visits

  • Boat trip as mentioned in the itinerary

Our services do not include:

  • Other meals than mentioned

  • Other services than mentioned

  • International and domestic Flights

  • Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature

  • Tips, Travel insurance

Notes:

  • We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance (covering emergency medical evacuation) for trips to Vietnam.
  • Reservations during peak times (Christmas, New Year, Vietnamese Lunar New Year (16-21 Feb), National Holidays) may be subject to supplementary charges.
  • Rooms at hotels are available only from 1400 on arrival day till 1200 on departure date. A supplement will be added if early check-in or late check-out is desired.
  • If one or some proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the moment of booking, we will try to find other possibilities/options or other similar service(s) in order to avoid changes to the program.

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