BEN TRE - MO CAY - TRA VINH
3 DAYS /  2 NIGHTS

*program also available in reverse direction* The province of Tra Vinh offers breathtaking landscapes and rich culture with a significant number of Khmer people. Their heritage is seen through the stunning architecture of numerous pagodas in the region. Our 3D/2N program provides overnight on our private sampan and a day to explore the Tra Vinh area. Upon arrival, you will board your Mango Cruises Sampan at Mango Home pier in Ben Tre and head to An Hoa River. Enjoy your welcome drink and peaceful scenery while crew members board your luggage. The cruise will take you to Huu Dinh village in Ben Tre, where you will take the cycling trip through the Village to explore more of the local daily life. Stop at a local house to taste the tropical fruits and chat with the farmer. Continue to take a rowing sampan boat through the small canals, which are covered green by the water coconut plants. Row through these canals until you head back to the big river where your sampan is waiting for you and lunch will be served on board. Get back on the boat and continue to cruise to Mo Cay. Along the way you will stop for a late afternoon cycling trip. Return to your sampan to enjoy the sunset in the late afternoon. Our staff will then prepare your cooking demonstration and dinner on board. The rest of the evening will be spent at your leisure. Overnight near Mo Cay.

In the morning, breakfast will be served on board before taking a taxi to transfer you onward to Tra Vinh. Start with Âng Pagoda (about 4-5 kilometers)here there is a complex of Ao Bà Om and Khmer Ethical and Cultural Museum. Erected in the 10th century, rebuilt in 1842, and refurbished recently. Next the Pagoda is is Bà Om Pond –The pond is fringed by over 100-year trees whereby their shadows bring the cool atmosphere for its surroundings. The roots of the trees are so large that they create small caves for children to play inside. The pond is also dotted with pink lotus flowers and water lily flowers in bloom, making up a picturesque sight in nature. Interestingly, there are many mysterious and legends associated with Bà Om Pond as well as the life of Khmer people there. In Tra Vinh we will visit local Khmer Temples and see breathtaking landscapes. After your time in Tra Vinh, return to your sampan for overnight. Overnight on Sampan near Mo Cay

In the morning enjoy a delicious breakfast and take a cycling trip to see coconut processing. Learn about the fascinating processes and how "nothing" goes to waste. Then return to the cruise and say your final good-byes as you transfer by car to HCMC or your next onwards destination