Meandering the Mekong by Bike - 4 Days / 3 Nights

Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City - Cai Be (L,D)

After breakfast, transfer from Saigon to the southern town of Cai Lay.  Your cycling adventure begins with a 1.5 hour ride through quiet back roads to Cai Be.  Rest and refuel as you enjoy lunch on a small Mekong island before continuing pedaling to a local home stay run by a lovely retired couple, Mr and Mrs Ba. Their typical Mekong Delta Vietnamese house has airy rooms is surrounded by dirt paths which are perfect for exploring by bike! Enjoy a delicious dinner of Mekong specialties with your welcoming hosts.  (Today's journey is 18-30km of cycling)

Overnight at homestay, Cai Be.

Day 2 - Cai Be - Vinh Long - Tra Vinh (B,L,D)

From the nearby town of Vinh Long, enjoy a boat journey out to one of the Mekong Islands and in to the Heart of the Delta. Here you can pedal along narrow country lanes, easy dirt tracks and trails. This is biking at its most glorious as you pass through tiny orchards, witness colorful life along the riverside, pedal past picturesque delta homes, and clack across innumerable wooden bridges. Cross a narrow canal on a local sampan, before finishing at the main ferry for a refreshing boat trip across the expansive Co Chien River. The last short ride takes you to the Khmer town of Tra Vinh where there is plenty of time to explore side tracks and trails of the area. (Today's journey is approximately 40km of cycling)

Overnight in Tra Vinh.

Day 3 - Tra Vinh - Can Tho (B,L,D)

Today's ride is through Khmer-influenced villages where you will find interesting regional architecture and there are many unique Khmer temples. Cycle as much or as little as is preferred; the road is peaceful, narrow and scenic all the way to Can Tho! En route, pedal to Ba Om Pond with its magnificent lotus flowers, and observe local women having their future predicted in the small temple nearby. After a glorious day of cycling, arrive in to Can Tho, the Mekong's largest town located at the confluence of the Can Tho and Hau Giang rivers. (Today's journey is 40-80km of cycling)

Overnight in Can Tho.

Day 4 - Can Tho Bike Loop - Ho Chi Minh City (B,L)

After breakfast, hop on your bike and weave through roads teeming with early morning market bustle along the banks of an active riverfront. Ride on a narrow paved road to the Phong Dien floating market. Absorb the sights of endless cottage industries, timber merchants, small docks loading rice on to boats, and tiny vibrant markets. Continue by bike on the narrow lane and loop around back to the main road. After lunch, return to the hotel to check out and transfer back to Saigon.  (Today's journey is approximately 40km of cycling)