5:30 AM – Early Morning Hotel Pickup in Can Tho
Your experienced local guide from Mekong Smiles will pick you up at your hotel in downtown Can Tho. Begin your journey to the pier for one of the most authentic Can Tho River Tours along the Mekong River.

6:15 AM – Authentic Cai Rang Floating Market
Start your day with a peaceful boat ride on the Can Tho River to Cai Rang, one of the last true floating markets in Vietnam. Watch local traders selling fresh fruits, vegetables, and breakfast from traditional wooden boats. Enjoy a freshly made bowl of hủ tiếu noodle soup and a robust cup of Vietnamese coffee as you drift along the river.

7:30 AM – Visit a Traditional Rice Noodle Workshop
Step inside a family-run workshop where rice is still ground, steamed, and dried into noodles using traditional methods. You’ll also get the chance to make a crispy noodle pizza — a unique local delicacy.

9:00 AM – Explore an Organic Cacao Garden
Stroll through a lush cacao orchard and learn how humble cacao pods are transformed into artisanal chocolate. Taste a variety of chocolates and discover the sustainable farming techniques supporting local farmers.

10:30 AM – Cooking Class & Garden Lunch with Locals
Join a cooking class in a peaceful rural village led by local home chefs. Prepare bánh khọt (savory rice pancakes) with fresh ingredients and enjoy your meal in a tranquil garden, experiencing the community-centered life of the Mekong Delta.

12:00 PM – Cross Can Tho Bridge to Vinh Long
Travel to Vinh Long via the famous Can Tho Bridge, Southeast Asia’s longest cable-stayed bridge. Enjoy panoramic views of the river and the countryside below.

1:45 PM – Traditional Pottery Village
Visit a riverside village renowned for its centuries-old clay pot-making tradition. Watch skilled artisans craft elegant pottery by hand using techniques passed down through generations, and learn about the cultural significance of this craft in Mekong life.

2:30 PM – Explore a Hidden Khmer Sanctuary
Discover a quiet Khmer village and explore an ancient pagoda nestled beneath the trees. Its yellow walls, intricate carvings, and peaceful courtyards reveal the rich spiritual heritage of the Khmer community. This sacred site remains largely unknown, making your visit truly special. Learn how Theravāda Buddhism has shaped local culture for centuries.

3:00 PM – Tranquil River Cruise Through Vinh Long
Board a boat for a relaxing cruise along one of the Mekong Delta’s lesser-known waterways. Take in the peaceful scenery, traditional stilt houses, and everyday life along the riverbanks.

3:30 PM – Visit a Local Vegetable Nursery
See how local farmers nurture young plants before selling them at nearby markets. Learn about simple yet innovative farming techniques that promote sustainable agriculture and support rural livelihoods.

4:00 PM – Discover a Tofu-Making Village
End your day in a quiet village where nearly 100 families have perfected traditional tofu-making. Watch soybeans transformed into silky tofu using age-old methods and taste fresh tofu straight from the pot a staple in local Buddhist cuisine.

5:30 PM – Return to Can Tho
After a full day of cultural immersion, return to your hotel with fresh insights, authentic flavors, and lasting memories of the Mekong Delta’s true spirit.

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