Different with My Tho, Ben Tre - the other side of Mekong river is tranquil and in pristine condition. With a bicycle, you will not miss a great day to see this area and 4 branches of the mighty Mekong river. The total distance of this day is around 30km (all flat, easy ride, relax, many stops for taking photos).
Itinerary
Buffam boater Vinhlong Vietnam
Buffam boater
Departure for Mytho. On arrival we cross Rach Mieu ferry to reach Ben Tre and start cycling back country road, feeling lost on winding road under the green coconut canopy. The coconut palms that make Ben Tre famous in Vietnam.
On arrival in Ben Tre at noon time, cruise down the busy branches of Mekong and into a peaceful canal. Visit an island orchard.
Stop for lunch break with traditional meal, see the daily life of farmers and try exotic seasonal fruits unique to the region.
Afternoon
Cycling-Caibe-Vietnam
Cycling-Caibe
Hammock siesta, then cycle to explore this quiet area, call on coconut - candy workshop and other handicraft workshop (if time permitting) before coming back to our bus. Return to Saigon at 18:30.
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