Mekong river cruises

The Mekong Delta (Vietnamese: đồng bằng sông Cửu Long “Nine Dragon river delta”) is the region in southwestern Vietnam where the Mekong River approaches and empties into the sea through a network of distributaries. The Mekong delta region encompasses a large portion of southeastern Vietnam of 39,000 square kilometres (15,000 sq mi). The size of the area covered by water depends on the season.

The most renowned places in the Mekong Delta are Mỹ Tho and Cai Be near Ho Chi Minh City, then, more to the heart of the region, Vĩnh Long, Sa Đéc, and Cần Thơ, from whence it is possible to reach the remotest confines of the delta, South towards the mangroves and the South China Sea, North towards Châu Đốc, or West towards the island of Phú Quốc. The region was originally ruled by the Khmer people. It later became Cochinchina and part of French Indochina as it was conquered by the French. Following independence from France, the Mekong delta became part of the country of South Vietnam and eventually the country of Vietnam.

The area is home to large numbers of rice fields. In 1997, in large part thanks to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam was the third largest exporter of rice globally after Thailand and India. In 1997, Vietnam was the world's second largest exporter of rice. Additionally, the region is home to large exports of basa fish, Tra catfish and shrimp, much of which is exported. This region has recently been dubbed as a 'biological treasure trove'. Over 1,000 new species have been discovered in previously unexplored areas of Mekong Delta, including a species of rat thought to be extinct.

MKC1: Vinh Long and Cai Be on Princess Sampan-1 day

Cai Be is a river-land mixed town in Viet Nam. It is a distric of Tien Giang Province in the Mekong Delta region of Viet Nam. Along the river, there are docks that handle passengers and goods, and the floating market.

MKC2: Cai Be Princess and homestay - 2 days & 3 days

The cruise will begin with the visit of Cai Be colorful floating market cruising among local barges full of fruits and vegetables. We will then proceed to Phu An hamlet, an untouched beautiful area reflecting some of the best sights the Mekong Delta can offer.

MKC3: Cruise on Mekong River with Le Cochinchine - 2 days & 3 days

Le Cochinchine is a modern and tastefully designed river barge. Built in traditional style Le Cochinchine measures around 30 meters long from bow to stern and has two 420 HP engines , one in back up, making Le Cochinchine a very powerful and safe river vessel.

MKC4: Discover Mekong River with Bassac cruiser - 2 days & 3 days

The 2 day tour on Deluxe Bassac Cruise is great way to explore the amazing Mekong Delta. Travelling to untouched area, visit very friendly people, discovery unique liverine of Southerners. You may close your eyes and enjoy beautiful traditional music, or highly appreciate the daily lives of fishermen....

MKC5: Border crossing cruise on the Feeling - 2 days

Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and Saigon are the key destinations that we use to offer you trips into lands of disconcerting beauty, with an incomparable historical heritage and legendary traditions.

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