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Excellent
Excellent experience being emersed in Vietnam culture. Absolutely loved this experience. TINA and was our guide & she was The best
Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class
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At a glance
- Duration
- 8–9 hours
- Price from
- $14 / person
- Location
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 544 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Vietnam Travel Group Co., LTD
Description
Experience the peaceful rural life of the Mekong Delta provinces Explore Cai Be Lesstouristy – colorful trading boats on the river Visit local workshops: rice paper, coconut candy, pop-rice, rice wine Enjoy a delicious lunch in a fruit orchard on An Binh Island Discover tranquil canals by rowboat Taste seasonal tropical fruits & honey tea
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 12–85)
- $14
- Child (ages 2–11)
- $11
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cai Be
Depart from your hotel between 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM and enjoy a comfortable ride to the charming town of Cai Be. Upon arrival, embark on a lively boat trip through the floating market, where dozens of boats are piled high with fresh fruits, vegetables, and household goods. Watch locals barter, families shop for daily groceries, and vendors display their wares, from fresh fish to handmade crafts. Your journey continues with a visit to local workshops, where you’ll see how rice paper, coconut candies, and savory fish sauce are traditionally made. Then, savor a delicious Mekong-style lunch in a peaceful orchard on An Binh Island. Afterward, explore the smaller waterways on a rowboat ride, drifting through shaded canals lined with lush greenery.
What's included
Included
Boat trip
Professional guide
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Lunch
Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only) in District 1
Not included
Beverages and other meals are not mentioned in the program.
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone, shopping.
Tipping/ Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up and drop off in District 1 only. Appointed pick up time shall be given in accordance with the exact provided address. Appointed time is approximate only. It is subject to be delayed due to actual Traffic and weather on the date of the tour. Please ready at the provided pick up time. Tour guide and driver will not wait for more than 5 minutes because they need to pick up the others.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
544 reviews
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Starting price $14 is 84% below the typical $89 for tours of similar length in Ho Chi Minh City
Excurgo comparison of 2,914 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class take?
Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class lasts about 8–9 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class cost?
Prices start at $14 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:00 AM.
How much does Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class cost for children?
Children aged 2–11 pay from $11, adults from $14.
Can I cancel Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up and drop off in District 1 only. Appointed pick up time shall be given in accordance with the exact provided address. Appointed time is approximate only. It is subject to be delayed due to actual Traffic and weather on the date of the tour. Please ready at the provided pick up time. Tour guide and driver will not wait for more than 5 minutes because they need to pick up the others. Pickup points include Silverland Min Hotel.
What languages is Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Mekong With Cai Be Less Tourist - Cooking Class worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 544 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Vietnam Travel Group Co., LTD.
Reviews(544)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Mekong River Tour ✨️
Booky was the best. That was funny. Thank you for visiting so many places and the food was so delicious!
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With Booky the best
Perfect, a perfect experience and the guide Booky is a 10
Operator response
Dear tacanory, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
V
A great overview tour with Booky
Our tour guide Booky was amazing! He was nice and shared useful context about Vietnam and the attractions we visited. It was a great overview experience to learn about this area.
Operator response
Dear Voyager736816, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
Y
Good experience overall
Booky(Tour guide) is very knowledgeable and energetic and friendly. Had fun.
Operator response
Dear yikxuann, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
N
Booky was amazing
Booky very nice very handsome. Tour was incredible. Great experience and a nice insight to Vietnamese culture
Operator response
Dear N5416ZLianl, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
T
Mekong delta full day trip 12-15 people.
It was great being there at Mekong full day with people around world. Its was great with VTG company to be there got maximum experience.
Operator response
Dear Trek49881145833, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
C
Good fun with lots of variety
Prompt pickup and transfer. Big thumbs up from us! Activity packed day with lots of variety. Fabulous lunch and drinks/snacks morning and afternoon to keep us energised. Our guide, Lee, was good fun and very informative.
Operator response
Dear Compass35680371423, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
D
Great fun great scenery great tour guide Lee.
Fantastic day trip to the Mekong Delta with our tour guide Lee.
Operator response
Dear davegQ6035FG, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
7
Mekong delta trip
This was really good trip and nice people. Our travel guide Kelvin provide us with lot of informations. Lunch was perfect and it was big portion. I can recommend this trip.
Operator response
Dear 766j_nb, Thank you so much for your kind words and for choosing Vietnam Travel Group! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your tour. It means a lot to us that we could make your trip memorable. If there's anything we can do to improve or assist with future travel plans, please don’t hesitate to let us know. We hope to welcome you on another adventure soon!
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