Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta CRUISE OVERNIGHT!

Mekong Delta, where the mighty Mekong River approaches and fans out into the sea, is a colorful and vibrant region. Deemed as the rice bowl of Vietnam, it is home to a complex system of distributaries and is dotted with countless rice fields, fruit orchards, handicraft villages and floating markets. The best way to experience Mekong Delta's endless waterways is none other than an overnight cruise.

Situated a short 2-3 hours' drive from Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta offers a distinct pace of life and sights from the dynamic city. Starting with Cai Be, one of the biggest floating markets in the delta, discover the characteristics of local life in the delta region. It is a bustling wholesale market where hundreds of traders convene to exchange fresh produce and other commodities from their wooden sampans. Continue cruising through the maze of canals and waterways and experience the timeless scenery of life on the delta. As the sun sets, your boat will dock for the night amidst the tranquil delta.

The following morning, our boat will bring you to Cai Rang, another well-established floating market in the Mekong Delta. At sunrise, wake up to the bustle and see hundreds of boats of different sizes loaded with seasonsal goods. Produce are tied to a tall pole placed in front of the boats to attract market-goers and let them see from afar the goods on offer.

Balancing comfort and sighteesing, a cruise of Mekong Delta offers an opportunity to witness the local daily life and lush landscapes at close range. In addition, an overnight cruise allows you to capture the beauty of the Mekong Delta at its very best - during the early morning hours when the delta comes alive. A delightful way to explore the unspoiled charm of the vast Mekong Delta, an overnight cruise will leave you with unforgettable memories long after your visit to this fascinating region.

Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City - Mekong Delta - Luxury Junk Cruise Overnight (L/D)

Morning around 7.30 - 7.45 AM, pick up fro your hotel and leave Ho Chi Minh City for the 2.5-hour drive to the delta town of Cai Be. On arrival, board your boat for an overnight cruise. Start in Cai Be floating market where traders have been living on the delta waters for generations. After visiting the market, continue cruising the distributaries where lunch will be served en-route. Along the way admire the scenery and daily life of the local villagers. Dinner and overnight on board your Cruise on the Mekong Delta (Basing in Double/Twin Occupancy)

Day 2 - Mekong Delta - Ho Chi Minh City (B/L)

After BKF, cruise to Cai Rang floating market, taking in the traditional sights such as rice barges, traditional shipyards and tropical fruits drying along the river banks along the way. After a visit to the colorful floating market, check out and disembark before the return to Ho Chi Minh City. Drop you at your place or hotel. Tour ends.

All Inclusive Tour Cost:

Note: Rates are valid until December 30th, 2011 by MinMax Travel Co., Ltd. All rates are quoted per person in U.S Dollars. Rates are net and inclusive of service charges and 10% VAT.

* At the time of quotation, MinMax Travel reserves the right to adjust prices to take account of unusual movements in currency markets, hotel and transport costs as a result of inflationary price pressures in oil and other commodity markets.

* If, at the time of booking, specific cruise fully booked, we will endeavour to find cruise of a similar standard elsewhere. If the only available cruise is of a higher or lower standard, we will revise the price accordingly and consult you immediately.

Tour Prices Inclusive:

* Boat accommodation in half-twin/double cabin with daily breakfast.
* Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
* Tours and transfers in new modern  air-conditioned car/vehicles.
* English/French speaking local guide (for other languages supplements apply)
* All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary.
* Boat trips as mentioned in the itinerary.

Tour Prices Exclusive:

* Vietnam visa arrangements (a visa to Vietnam is compulsory for most nationalities).
* International and domestic flights (quoted separately)
* Meals other than mentioned above.
* Camera/video entrance fees.
* Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, tips etc).
* Travel insurance
* Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above.

 WHAT TO BRING:
 
* Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, Insect, Repellentand Original Passport...

HOW TO START:

* MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

* If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Vietnam Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival)