4-day exclusive and private cruise deep into the South of the Mekong delta and back to Saigon with Luxury Gecko Eyes Cruise

Explore the magic water worlds of the southern Mekong delta with our Gecko Eyes Cruisers, the exclusive houseboats. We take you to the original delta landscape and drive along gigantic meandering river channels to the less explored beautiful green areas in the country’s southern tip.

So far the tourist infrastructure in this remote region is quite modest. Travelers who want to experience the area off the beaten track can gain fascinating insights into life on and by the water.

Day 1: Panorama river cruise (L,D)

Day 2: Cruise through the exotic water landscape (B,L,D)

Day 3: Immerse in the green of the delta (B,L,D)

Day 4: Continued journey through the delta (B,L)

Day 1: Panorama river cruise (L,D)

After your transfer from Saigon to Can Tho you check into your exclusive houseboat, the Gecko Eyes around lunchtime. We cast off and leave behind the political and economic center of the Mekong delta. The mighty bridge with its filigree details slowly disappears on the horizon. Enjoy lunch in the panorama-lounge, while the ship floats on the powerful Mekong river channel in the direction of Long Xuyen. On this part of the route the river appears very busy with a lot of commercial traffic and all kinds of ships which make the journey even more exciting.

In the afternoon we will arrive in Long Xuyen where you can visit the floating market. It takes place right in front of the impressive market hall which characterizes the silhouette of the provincial capital. Tourists are still hard to find in this part of the area.

Afterwards we turn into a smaller branch of the Mekong and we head towards Rach Gia, the port city at the Gulf of Thailand, where we arrive early evening. There will be several opportunities to take beautiful pictures at the busy little channels and some land excursions, during which you can see Cao Dai temples, local markets, small towns, manufactories and the colorful traditional brickworks.

You will spend the night on board the Gecko Eyes in the vicinity of Rach Gia.

Day 2: Cruise through the exotic water landscape (B,L,D)

After a trip through the channels of Rach Gia you will head east and out of the city. You will pass branches of the fishing suburbs, where numerous impressive fishing boats lie right in front of houses. We go past shipyards building those formidable ocean-going wooden fishing boats.

Soon it will get more quite and its time to leave behind the areas with well-developed infrastructure. We drive south along small channels and meandering stream courses. Traffic as well as settlements become less and less. From a tourism perspective we will enter new territory due to the lack of tourist infrastructure. Only a few international travelers visit this region. This gives us the chance to explore the original Mekong delta on land excursions either by bicycle or on foot.

Again, you spend the night on board of the houseboat, right in the middle of the colorful water world of the southern delta. Enjoy the remoteness and peace of the South.

Day 3: Immerse in the green of the delta (B,L,D)

We spend the day in the green of the delta. The Gecko Eyes floates through the beautiful stream landscape along small branches and powerful original river channels, which meander through the alluvial soil’s luscious green.

That’s how the Mekong delta must have looked like in most parts, before numerous channels were built. The river banks are lined with vast mangrove forests.

On board of your comfortable River Cruiser the crew spoils you with delicious gastronomic specialties and cold drinks.

You can enjoy nature and plantations as well as little villages at the water ways with your guide by bike or by foot. Sometimes you may even find traditional villages with thatched roofs alongside the river. Discover the traditional country life in the fertile alluvial land.

Day 4: Continued journey through the delta (B,L)

We will spend the day on board the Gecko Eyes cruising back to Can Tho, where you will arrive in the late afternoon. From here you will be transferred back to Saigon. Sit back, relax and enjoy the passing scenery.

Our tours includes :

Road transfer from / to Saigon (private transfer with Gecko Eyes)

Accommodation in cosy double or twin bedded cabins

10 savoury meals

Tourguide 

Mineral water placed in your cabin

Side trips on sampans as mentioned in the itineraries.

Drinks are not included in the price (except the mineral water in your cabin). 

Route and excursions may be subjects to changes without prior notice.

WHAT TO BRING:

- A hat & sunscreen

- Passport 

- Appropriate clothing for the season

- Comfortable walking shoes/ clothes

Notes:

Cruise itinerary and schedule are subject to change due to weather, tide levels and operating conditions.

Advance registration is required with full name, date of birth, nationality, gender, passport number and visa expiry date for all passengers. A valid passport is required upon check-in. Otherwise, boarding may be denied by port authority.