Upon arrival at Mango Pier in Ben Tre, board your private sampan and begin your journey along the peaceful An Hoa canals. While the crew takes care of your luggage, enjoy a refreshing welcome cocktail on deck, meet your crew, and take in the tranquil views of the river.

Your first stop is Huu Dinh Village, where you’ll hop on a bicycle for a leisurely 4 km ride through the countryside, guided by your local host. Return to your sampan and continue cruising to a quiet, shaded canal. Here, switch to a traditional rowing sampan and glide through narrow waterways lined with water coconut palms.

Stop at a local home to sample seasonal tropical fruits and have a friendly chat with your host. Back on board, enjoy a freshly prepared lunch as you cruise towards Vung Liem.

In the afternoon, take another bike ride to explore more of the local area, with plenty of chances to connect with welcoming villagers and see daily life up close.

Return to your sampan, relax, and soak in the serene surroundings. In the evening, enjoy a cooking demonstration before sitting down to a delicious dinner onboard.

Overnight onboard near Vung Liem.

Begin your day with breakfast onboard as you cruise towards Cai Be. Along the way, take a bike ride through the countryside, enjoying the peaceful rural scenery.

Return to the sampan for lunch while continuing your cruise to Cai Be town.

In the afternoon, stop to explore a lively local market, where you’ll find a colorful variety of fruits, flowers, and vegetables - a great glimpse into the everyday life of the Mekong Delta.

Head back to the boat, unwind, and enjoy the cruise as the sun sets. Dinner is served onboard.

Overnight onboard near Cai Be.

After breakfast, cruise towards Sa Dec, a charming riverside town known as the setting for the film The Lover, based on the semi-autobiographical novel by Marguerite Duras. The story tells of a teenage French girl’s romance with a wealthy Chinese man, Huynh Thuy Le.

Stroll through the town and continue with a bike ride to the famous Tan Qui Dong flower village. For generations, this village has been the main supplier of flowers to Saigon.

After your visit, it’s time to say farewell to your guide and crew.