Gentle Mekong & Beach Stay in Phu Quoc — 5 Days
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Gentle Mekong & Beach Stay in Phu Quoc — 5 Days

Gentle Mekong & Beach Stay in Phu Quoc — 5 Days

This five-day journey combines an intimate discovery of the aquatic world of the Mekong Delta with a restorative beach escape on the tropical island of Phu Quoc, set in the warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand.

After navigating by sampan beneath the shaded arroyos of Ben Tre, sharing dinner with a local family on An Binh Island, and exploring the bustling Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho, you fly to Phu Quoc to savor white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and seaside relaxation.

✦ You will love:

  • Immersion into the labyrinth of secluded canals and lush coconut groves of Ben Tre by wooden rowboat.
  • A warm homestay overnight on the river island of An Binh with a traditional cooking session.
  • The morning spectacle of Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho at the bustling heart of river trade.
  • A relaxing seaside stay at leisure in a charming resort on the white sand beaches of Phu Quoc.
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Highlights

  • •Rowboat navigation through the shaded canals of Ben Tre
  • •Bicycle ride and discovery of coconut craft workshops
  • •Warm homestay welcome on An Binh Island and family dinner preparation

Morning departure from Ho Chi Minh City with your French-speaking guide heading south into the Mekong Delta. Arrive in Ben Tre, the kingdom of water coconut palms. Board a traditional boat to cruise along shaded canals.

Disembark for a walk, bicycle ride, or motorized trike (xe loi) ride along island paths bordered by longan and mango orchards. Stop at family-run workshops to observe coconut processing and the artisan making of coconut candies and woven mats.

In the afternoon, transfer to Vinh Long and cross by ferry to tranquil An Binh Island. Settle into a traditional guesthouse surrounded by lush fruit orchards. In the late afternoon, join your host family in preparing dinner before sharing a convivial meal together.

Driving time: approx. 3 hours (150 km). Dinner and homestay overnight on An Binh Island.

Highlights

  • •Picturesque sunrise spectacle at Cai Rang Floating Market
  • •Interacting with river merchants and sampling fresh fruit
  • •Flight to tropical Phu Quoc Island and beachfront check-in

Early morning wake-up to roosters crowing and breakfast on the island. Bid farewell to your hosts and drive to Can Tho, the economic capital of the delta. Board a motorized boat on the Hau River to witness the lively, colorful spectacle of Cai Rang Floating Market.

Scores of boats laden with watermelons, pineapples, and tropical fruits gather on the river, each vessel hanging samples of its produce from a tall bamboo pole (beo). Visit the riverside land market of An Binh to complete your culinary discovery of local delta produce.

In the afternoon, drive back toward Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your short flight to Phu Quoc Island. Met on arrival by our local driver and transferred to your beachfront resort.

Transfer and flight: approx. 3h30 driving (180 km) and 1 hour flight. Overnight at resort in Phu Quoc.

Highlights

  • •Full free days of relaxation and swimming on white sand beaches
  • •Optional snorkeling excursions or pepper farm visits
  • •Spectacular sunsets over the waters of the Gulf of Thailand

Two full days entirely at leisure to recharge at the relaxed pace of Phu Quoc Island, fringed by long white sand beaches and calm, warm waters.

Enjoy the facilities of your resort, lounge beneath coconut palms, or explore the island's highlights at your own pace: swim at Sao Beach or Ong Lang Beach, embark on a boat trip to the southern An Thoi islets for snorkeling over coral reefs, hike in the national park, or visit black pepper plantations and traditional fish sauce (nuoc mam) workshops famous throughout Vietnam.

In the evening, savor grilled seafood while watching the sunset over the Gulf of Thailand.

Daily breakfasts included. Overnights at resort in Phu Quoc.

Highlights

  • •Free morning by the sea in Phu Quoc
  • •Transfer to Phu Quoc Airport
  • •Return flight to Ho Chi Minh City and tour conclusion

A final relaxing morning to enjoy the beach, take a dip in the resort pool, or make last-minute purchases of local black pepper and cultured pearls.

Under sea breezes rustling coconut palms, time slows into quiet reflection. A soothing haven to conclude your journey immersed in untouched nature.

At the designated hour, transfer to Phu Quoc Airport for your return flight to Ho Chi Minh City, marking the conclusion of this tour.

Breakfast included. Airport transfer and flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

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Originaire de Nam Dinh, berceau de traditions au cœur du delta du fleuve Rouge, j’ai grandi avec un amour viscéral pour le Vietnam : pour la poésie de ses paysages — des pitons karstiques du Nord aux méandres fertiles du Mékong —, mais surtout pour l’infinie bonté, le sourire et la résilience de son peuple.

Favorite picks:
  • Partager un thé aux fleurs de lotus au lever du jour à Hanoï
  • Naviguer en jonque traditionnelle dans les dédales secrets de Lan Hạ
  • Contempler les rizières en terrasses sculptées de Hoàng Su Phì
  • S'attarder au crépuscule sur les ponts illuminés de lanternes à Hội An

Du souffle majestueux des pitons calcaires du Tonkin à la douceur nonchalante des arroyos du Mékong, le Vietnam est une terre de contrastes poétiques. Mon bonheur est de vous ouvrir les portes de nos adresses confidentielles et de dessiner pour vous un itinéraire fluide, vivant et profondément humain.

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No, days in Phu Quoc are left free of guided scheduling to allow you to enjoy your resort and the beach at your own pace. Airport transfers on arrival and departure are provided by our local team.

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