Cycling, Meandering The Mekong 4 Days / 3 Nights

Leave the busy streets and buzzing city of Ho Chi Minh City behind and drive toward the Mekong Delta by road. Upon reaching Cai Lay, unpack the bikes for the short journey to Cai Be. Pedal along back roads approximately 1.5 hours to enjoy the scenic views.  Stop for lunch on an island in the middle of the Mekong before continue biking to a local home stay. Living in a typical Vietnamese house, with airy rooms and outdoor kitchen, they welcome guests with gracious hospitality and the experience offers a true taste of Delta life. The rest of this afternoon is free to bike the dirt paths surrounding the home stay. Dinner will be prepared by the home stay hosts.

Overnight in a local home stay in Cai Be

Transfer: 2 hours

Cycling distance: up to 30 km

Difficulty: Easy

This morning, transfer by road to Vinh Long and embark on a boat journey out to one of the Mekong islands and bike along narrow country lanes, easy dirt tracks and trails. This is biking at its best: passing through tiny orchards, colorful riverside life, pedaling across innumerable wooden bridges and pausing to chat with welcoming villagers. Cross a narrow canal on a local sampan and reach the main ferry, traveling like locals across the expansive Co Chien River. The final stretch of the ride is along quite roads to the charming Khmer town of Tra Vinh. Arriving early this afternoon, there is plenty of time to explore side trails. Today’s journey is a great first impression of the ‘Heart of the Mekong’.

Overnight in Tra Vinh

Transfer:  1 hour

Cycling distance up to: 40 km

Difficulty: Easy

Today is a unique day of riding and sightseeing. Much of the area is populated by Khmer people. The regional architecture is interesting and there are many Khmer temples to stop and admire en route.

Cycle as much or as little as you like, as the support vehicle is never far away. The road is peaceful, narrow and very pretty all the way to Can Tho! Pedal to Ba Om Pond with its magnificent lotus flowers and observe local women having their future predicted in the small temple nearby. En route, visit a local Buddhist Temple, that is also a school, and learn about the life of the students. Arrive late this afternoon in Can Tho, the Mekong’s largest town located at the confluence of the Can Tho and Hau Giang Rivers.

Overnight in Can Tho 

Transfer: 45 minutes

Cycling distance up to: 80 km

Difficulty: Medium

After enjoying an early breakfast, weave through the bustle of the teeming morning market and cycle along the banks of an active riverfront. Continue on a narrow paved road to Phong Dien floating market and absorb the sights of endless cottage industries, timber merchants, coconut shredders and small docks loading and unloading rice. The next stretch of the journey follows a narrow lane to explore the hidden backwaters of the Delta and the towns of O Mon or Binh Thuy. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before returning to Can Tho, checking out of the hotel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Transfer: 3 hours

Cycling distance up to: 40km

Difficulty: Easy

NOTE: An itinerary may at times be altered by our guides due to local conditions, the skill of participants and other unexpected circumstances. Our priority is always the experience and safety of our clients.