Main technical facts:
• Flag: Vietnam
• Class: VR-SI, river cruiser
• Displacement: 107 metric tons
• Length: 24.40m
• Beam: 5.50m
• Draft: 1.50m half-loaded
• Propulsion: Caterpillar 14,6 liters, 400 BHP, built to run 5000 hours per year
• Navigation: Can operate by night and in bad weather
• Autonomy: 7 days cruise
Day 1: Cai Be – Tra On (L/D)
• Boarding at Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
• Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river.
• Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck.
• The Bassac slips into the Chợ Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
• Visit of a village on the banks of river Mang Thit, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life and hospitality of the local inhabitants. Visit of the orchard or rice fields nearby.
• Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
• The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from the little Tra On floating market, for the night.
Day 2: Tra On – Can Tho (B)
• You may get up for breakfast as early as 06:30, as the ship is resuming its cruise the Tra On floating market. The ship then departs towards Can Tho.
• Arrival in Cai Rang floating market, check out and transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier.
• End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cần Thơ.
INCLUSIONS
• Tour includes
• Tour programs as in the itinerary
• Accommodation: twin sharing basis
• Entrance fees
• English - speaking guide onboard
EXCLUSIONS
• Airfares & airport taxes.
• Transfer from/to HCM city
• Travel insurance
• Meals not indicated on itinerary
• Other personal expenses
• Tips & gratuities
• Vietnam Visa
• Other not mentioned
Day 1: Cai Be – Tra On (L/D)
• Boarding at Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
• Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river.
• Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck.
• The Bassac slips into the Chợ Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
• Visit of a village on the banks of river Mang Thit, an opportunity to appreciate the way of life and hospitality of the local inhabitants. Visit of the orchard or rice fields nearby.
• Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
• The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from the little Tra On floating market, for the night.
Day 2: Tra On – Can Tho (B/L/D)
• You may get up for breakfast as early as 06:30, as the ship is resuming its cruise the Tra On floating market. The ship then departs towards Can Tho.
• Arrival in Cai Rang floating market, transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier by mid-morning.
• Boarding back at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink. Departure upstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route.
• Upon arrival at Thot Not, transfer on the longboat to take some walks at a village in Thot Not.
• Boarding back at dusk, rest on the deck for the sunset while taking somes drinks at the bar.
• The dinner is served on board. The Bassac takes the way back to Can Tho and casts anchor near Can Tho for the night.
Day 3: Can Tho (B)
• Breakfast is available from 06:30, while the ship is cruising towards Can Tho city.
• Arrival in Cai Rang floating market, check out and transfer onto a local boat to visit the floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier.
• End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cần Thơ.
INCLUSIONS
• Tour programs as in the itinerary
• Accommodation: twin sharing basis
• Meals as mentioned
• Entrance fees
• English - speaking guide onboard
EXCLUSIONS
• Transfer from/to HCM city
• Airfares & airport taxes.
• Travel insurance
• Meals not indicated on itinerary
• Other personal expenses
• Tips & gratuities
• Vietnam Visa
• Other not mentioned