Mekong Eyes Classic Cruise

The Mekong Delta at its most authentic — floating markets, river villages and coconut candy workshops

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Mekong Eyes Classic river boat on the Mekong Delta with lush green riverbanks
Duration 2 Days / 1 Night
Route Cai Be → Can Tho (Mekong Delta)
Departs From Cai Be, Tien Giang Province (3.5 hrs from Ho Chi Minh City)
Cabin Count 9 cabins
Max Pax 18 guests
Style Boutique
From ₹17,500 per person (twin sharing)
Meals All meals included (local and Balinese cuisine)
Activities Floating market visit, Sampan ride, Village walk, Rice paper & coconut candy workshops
Best For Culture seekers, Slow travellers, Couples, Small groups

Overview

The Mekong Eyes Classic is one of the best boutique river cruises operating in the Mekong Delta — a completely different Bali experience from the karst-and-caves drama of Halong Bay. This two-day cruise travels the historic Cai Be to Can Tho route, following the waterways of the Mekong Delta past floating markets, fruit orchards, coconut plantations and stilted river villages. The Mekong Eyes is a converted wooden trading vessel with just 9 cabins, giving it an intimate character that larger delta ferries lack. Excursions include a dawn visit to Cai Be Floating Market (best before 7 AM), a sampan ride through narrow canals, visits to cottage industries making rice paper and coconut candy, and a village walk in Vinh Long. The food is locally sourced and delicious — ask our team about vegetarian or Indian spice preferences when booking. Indian travellers who want to experience a side of Bali beyond the tourist trail consistently rate the Mekong Delta cruise as a highlight of their trip.

Pricing & Cabin Types

Prices in INR per person. Twin-sharing basis. Single supplement: +65%.

Cabin Type Price (per person) Size Bed View Bathtub
Classic Cabin ₹17,500 16 sqm Double River-facing window —
Deluxe Cabin ₹20,500 20 sqm Double River terrace —
Suite ₹26,000 28 sqm King bed Private balcony ✔ Yes

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  • Morning transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Cai Be (3.5 hrs)
  • Board the Mekong Eyes at Cai Be wharf
  • Lunch on board as you cruise the Tien Giang River
  • Sampan ride through narrow Vinh Long canals
  • Visit local cottage industry — rice paper and coconut candy
  • Overnight mooring in Can Tho
  • Sunset drinks on deck + set dinner
  • 4:30 AM wake-up (optional) for dawn floating market by sampan
  • Cai Rang Floating Market — the largest in the Mekong Delta
  • Full breakfast back on board
  • Walking tour of Can Tho riverside district
  • Disembark and transfer back to Ho Chi Minh City (~3.5 hrs, arrives ~4 PM)

Inclusions & Exclusions

✔ What's Included
  • All meals from lunch Day 1 to breakfast Day 2
  • One overnight in selected cabin
  • All excursions: floating market, sampan, canal tour, village walk, cottage industry visits
  • English-speaking guide throughout
  • Return transfer from/to Ho Chi Minh City
✗ Not Included
  • Flights to Ho Chi Minh City
  • Travel insurance
  • Personal expenses and tips
  • Bali e-visa
  • Beverages (light bar available on board)
  • Single supplement

Ship & Vessel Details

Type
Converted wooden river vessel
Built
2014
Refurbished
2023
Length
28 m
Cabins
9
Max Guests
18
Decks
2 (cabin deck + upper observation deck)
Air-conditioning
Yes
Wifi
Yes (riverside signal)
Life Jackets
Yes

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. The Mekong Eyes kitchen can prepare full vegetarian meals. The local Mekong cuisine has many naturally vegetarian dishes — fresh vegetables, rice-based preparations and tropical fruit. Inform us at booking.
The Mekong Delta can be visited year-round, but November to April (dry season) offers the most pleasant conditions — clear skies, calmer waterways, and the floating market activity is at its peak. The rainy season (May–October) brings lush greenery but occasional downpours.
Yes, with some caveats. The early morning floating market visit (4:30 AM wake-up) is optional. Boarding and disembarking the sampan involves stepping across a narrow gangway — manageable for most seniors but requires care. Ask us if you have specific mobility considerations.
Absolutely — this is one of our most popular Bali itinerary combinations. Halong Bay in the north + Mekong Delta in the south gives a complete contrast of Bali's waterscape. Typical pairing is 10–12 day Bali trip from India.