Experience cycling through Vietnam on this 7-day tour, beginning in Ho Chi Minh City and heading deep into the Mekong Delta. Start with visits to colonial-era landmarks before riding through Cai Be, Vinh Long, and Can Tho along peaceful canal paths and countryside trails. The journey includes stops at traditional craft villages known for coconut candy and rice paper, lively floating markets, and several ferry crossings over the Mekong. From Can Tho, continue through rural communities to the Stork Sanctuary and on to Chau Doc via the Tra Su Nature Reserve, before returning to Ho Chi Minh City.
Trip Highlights
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Itinerary
Arrival in Ho Chi Minh & City Tour
Once you have arrived in Ho Chi Minh City, make your way to the hotel for check-in. At 14:00, our guide will meet us in the hotel lobby for a tour briefing. We will then make our way to the Saigon Central Post Office, a striking example of French colonial architecture, followed by the red-brick façade of the Notre Dame Cathedral. In Cho Lon, the city’s bustling Chinatown, we’ll get a glimpse of daily life before ending at Ben Thanh Market, known for its lively atmosphere and local goods. Later, we will make our way to a local restaurant to enjoy a welcome dinner, where our guide will give us more details in regard to our tour.
Please note: We recommend arrive in Ho Chi Minh before 11 AM, Passenger who arrive later will only join the welcome dinner.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City | Dinner
Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Lay & Cai Be
Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Lay - Cai Be. This morning, we’ll meet our guide in the hotel lobby for a briefing on cycling safety and rules for the journey ahead, followed by assistance with bike fitting.
We will set off towards Cai Lay, cycling through peaceful countryside and crossing narrow creeks lined with fruit orchards. Along the route, we’ll stop to see traditional local crafts, including paper making, coconut candy production, and popped rice preparation. After a short ferry ride across a stream, we’ll continue past plantations growing tropical fruits such as durian, jackfruit, mango, coconut, and pomelo. We expect to reach our hotel by mid-afternoon.
Distance and duration of cycling: 50 Km / 5 hours
Terrain: Off-road, concrete canal paths
Overnight: Cai Be | Breakfast, Lunch
Through the Mekong’s Orchard Trails
Cai Be - Vinh Long - Can Tho. Today, we will take a boat to reach our vehicle, which will then take us to Vinh Long, known for its abundant fruit orchards and riverside charm in the Mekong Delta.
Leaving Vinh Long, we’ll ride along quiet backroads shaded by fruit trees and flanked by Delta waterways. As we cycle through rural communities, we’ll get a glimpse of life along the riverbanks. After stopping for lunch, we continue through coconut groves before boarding a local ferry for a short crossing, finishing the day’s journey in Can Tho.
Cycling distance and duration: 60 - 70 Km / 7 hours
Terrain:Concrete canal paths, narrow countryside lanes
Overnight: Can Tho | Breakfast, Lunch
From River Markets to Rural Trails
Can Tho - Long Xuyen. After breakfast, we will take a boat to the Cai Rang floating market. Here you will have to choose to cruise along the river or cycle.
We’ll then continue cycling through local villages with a visit to the Stork Sanctuary. Along the way, we’ll pass small-scale industries including timber workshops, coconut shredders, rice loading docks, and lively local markets. If you prefer, you can hop in the support vehicle at any point or choose to keep cycling to reach a nearby restaurant for lunch.
In the afternoon, we’ll cycle through more of the Delta’s scenic countryside, taking in the quiet charm of rural life, before transferring to our hotel in Long Xuyen. In the evening, we’ll come together for a group dinner.
Cycling distance and duration: 50–90 Km / 5 to 8 hours
Terrain:Concrete canal paths, narrow countryside lanes
Overnight: Long Xuyen | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Riverside Ride to Tra Su Nature Reserve & Chau Doc
Long Xuyen - Tra Su Nature Reserve - Chau Doc. Today, after a short transfer to our starting point, we’ll begin cycling along the river, passing traditional brick kilns and rural scenes on the way to Chau Doc. Along the way, we’ll stop to visit Tra Su Nature Reserve, a peaceful wetland area known for its flooded forests, quiet waterways, and diverse birdlife.
En route to Chau Doc, you may opt to visit the Killing Fields of Vietnam at Ba Chuc. Now a memorial with a small museum and glass-walled ossuary, it stands as a stark reminder of the 1978 massacre carried out by the Khmer Rouge.
Once we have arrived in Chau Doc, we will make our way to our hotel for check-in. Later, you will have the rest of the day at your leisure to explore or relax. Alternatively, you can join your fellow travellers to enjoy a farewell dinner (not included).
Cycling distance: 60–100 Km
Terrain:Concrete canal paths, narrow countryside lanes
Overnight: Chau Doc | Breakfast, Lunch
Chau Doc to Ho Chi Minh City
Chau Doc - Ho Chi Minh City. This morning, we take a vehicle transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City. Once we have arrived, you will have the rest of the afternoon at your leisure to further explore the city, go shopping, grab a coffee at a cafe or enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants.
Driving distance & time: 240 kilometres / 6 hours
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City | Breakfast
Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
After your final breakfast at the hotel, you may have time to explore more of Ho Chi Minh City, enjoy some last-minute shopping, or relax before heading to the airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!
Breakfast
Prices & Dates
All departure dates are guaranteed to operate when there are 2 persons booked on the tour. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to solo travellers and anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. Room sharing is not available on this tour. This tour can be operated privately, please contact us for a quote.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard.
Elios Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City
Elios Hotel is ideally located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, just steps from the lively Bùi Viện Walking Street and close to Ben Thanh Market. Perfect for exploring the city's vibrant atmosphere, this hotel offers easy access to historical landmarks, local shops, and street food. Guests can enjoy a rooftop restaurant with sweeping city views, a fitness centre, and free Wi-Fi. Rooms are modern and comfortable, featuring air conditioning, satellite TV, and en-suite bathrooms. It's a great base for discovering the energy and charm of this bustling Vietnamese city.
Mekong Lodge, Cai Be
Mekong Lodge offers a peaceful retreat along the banks of the Tien River in Cai Be, surrounded by lush gardens and tropical fruit orchards. Ideal for group travellers looking to experience authentic Mekong Delta life, it’s close to Cai Be’s floating market and local craft villages. The eco-friendly bungalows are built with natural materials and feature private terraces and open-air bathrooms. Guests can enjoy a riverside restaurant, cooking classes, and guided boat or bicycle tours. It’s a serene base for exploring the waterways and culture of southern Vietnam.
Iris Hotel, Can Tho
This elegant hotel is housed within a modern building in the city of Can Tho. Each guest room comes equipped with plush furnishings to ensure a good night's sleep and is decorated with a neutral palate and calming tones. Rooms look over the city and boast a range of modern amenities such as air conditioning and stylish ensuite facilities. Magnificent views of the city can be had from the hotel's skybar while a range of gourmet local and international dishes can be sampled at the onsite restaurant.
Chau Khuong Hotel, Long Xuyen
Chau Khuong Hotel is centrally located in Long Xuyen, just a short distance from the city’s bustling markets and the scenic Hau River. Ideal for groups touring the Mekong Delta, it provides easy access to local attractions like the An Giang Museum and Nguyen Du Lake Park. The hotel features a restaurant, fitness centre, and complimentary Wi-Fi. Rooms are bright, spacious, and comfortably furnished with modern amenities including air conditioning and en-suite bathrooms. It's a convenient and comfortable stopover for exploring the charm and culture of Long Xuyen.
Chau Pho Hotel, Chau Doc
A brand new hotel offering spacious, warmly decorated rooms and delicious local and international dishes in its restaurant. The airy rooms are well-equipped with WiFi and offer views over the green parks and rice fields below. Handy services include bicycle rental and a coffee shop. The hotel also has its own tennis court.
At a Glance
