Rise early this morning for a memorable boat trip to the Cai Rang Floating Market—one of the largest and most bustling floating markets in the Mekong Delta. As the sun rises, the river comes alive with wooden boats laden with colorful fruits, vegetables, and local products, all being traded in a lively dance on water. Witness vendors using long poles to hang their goods like a menu in the air, and experience firsthand how this unique river market still thrives as a vital hub of local commerce.
After the market, cruise through narrow waterways fringed by mangroves and river life, then return to the pier and head back to your hotel for breakfast. Afterwards, visit Can Tho’s Central Market, where locals shop for fresh produce, spices, and traditional delicacies. It’s a great opportunity to observe daily life and perhaps pick up a few Mekong treats.
Later in the morning, begin the overland journey to Chau Doc, a riverside town near the Cambodian border known for its diverse cultures and rich river traditions. On arrival, visit the Lady Chua Xu Temple, a sacred site revered by many Southern Vietnamese for its spiritual powers and believed ability to bring luck and health.
Continue to explore the town’s unique life on the water with a boat trip to visit floating fish farms, where local families raise thousands of fish in cages beneath their floating homes. Then, visit a Cham minority village, home to a community of Muslim Cham people. Learn about their history, traditions, and admire the intricate hand-woven textiles still made on traditional looms.
Check in to your hotel and enjoy the evening at leisure in this peaceful border town.
Overnight in Chau Doc.
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