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Activity provider: Vietnam Vision Travel
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Full-day tour in Ho Chi Minh City, including Hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1 and Air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour. Run by Vietnam Vision Travel, booked direct rather than through a reseller.
Highlights
- Runs 11 hours
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1
- Air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
- English-speaking tour guide (Surcharge for other langauges)
- Boat trips at Cai Rang Floating Market and Son Islet
- Breakfast on the floating market (local dishes)
Mekong Delta, Cai Rang Floating Market: Authentic River Life (Ho Chi Minh City): Key Facts
| Price | From $101.31 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 11 hours |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
Full description
This is a 11-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City. It is run by Vietnam Vision Travel, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.
The price covers Hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1, Air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour, tour guide, Boat trips at Cai Rang Floating Market and Son Islet and Breakfast on the floating market. It does not cover Tips for guide and driver, Boat fees and Surcharge for the holidays, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.
Hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam Vision Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. We need at least one day's notice, and we confirm the date with Vietnam Vision Travel before treating your booking as final. If they cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1
- Air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour
- English-speaking tour guide (Surcharge for other langauges)
- Boat trips at Cai Rang Floating Market and Son Islet
- Breakfast on the floating market (local dishes)
- Lunch with “Flying Menu” at Son Islet
- Fresh fruits and local snacks during the tour
- Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions
- All activities: fish farm visit, cake making, pop rice, etc.
Excludes
- Tips for guide and driver (Optional)
- Boat fees
- Surcharge for the holidays
Important information
Meeting point
Hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam Vision Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
About this activity
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
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Duration 11 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible
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Main Tour Price
Starting from $101.31
$101.31
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Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
Secure payment
Complete your booking safely with Razorpay. Full refund if you cancel 24h prior. Read more
Traveler Reviews
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Value for money
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Verified reviews from travelers on this operator’s experience
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Christopher
September 9, 2026
This was a wonderful journey and our tour guide Tuan made it memorable one. He was able to make us feel part of the community and show us how families live and work on the Mekong Delta.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam Vision Travel confirms your pickup time and the exact spot once the booking is in. The collection window is usually a little wider than a fixed minute, because the driver is working a route around several hotels.
The price does not cover tips for guide and driver (optional), boat fees and surcharge for the holidays. Everything it does cover is listed in full on this page, so if something is not on that list, budget for it separately.
Only on tours that overnight in Can Tho or leave Ho Chi Minh City before 4:00: Cai Rang works from 5:00 to 8:00 and is four hours from the city. Standard day tours to My Tho and Ben Tre show the river, the coconut creeks by sampan, the orchards and the workshops, but not a working floating market, and the listing says which it is.
We confirm your booking with the operator before we treat it as final, and we need at least one day's notice. Once it is confirmed you get the meeting point, the time and a contact number for the day. If the operator cannot take your date we tell you and refund you rather than leave you waiting.
Hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1, Air-conditioned transportation throughout the tour, English-speaking tour guide (Surcharge for other langauges), Boat trips at Cai Rang Floating Market and Son Islet, Breakfast on the floating market (local dishes), Lunch with “Flying Menu” at Son Islet, Fresh fruits and local snacks during the tour, Entrance fees to all mentioned attractions, All activities: fish farm visit, cake making, pop rice, etc.
The duration of the Mekong Delta, Cai Rang Floating Market: Authentic River Life (Ho Chi Minh City) is typically 11 hours. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.