Song Xanh Sampan 3 days Through the delta to the sea
3 Days Mekong River Cruise on Song Xanh Sampan Cai Be to Rach Gia
Embark on an unforgettable mekong river cruise aboard the charming Song Xanh Sampan, designed for intimate overnight journeys through Vietnamâs lush delta. This mekong river cruise offers private cabins with spacious bathrooms, ensuring comfort as you glide along scenic canals and wide riverways. Owned by Victoria Group, the Song Xanh Sampan delivers a premium mekong river cruise experience with personalized service and local charm.
On this 3-day mekong river cruise, enjoy the Through the Delta to the Sea program, exploring the vibrant Mekong Delta from Cai Be to Sa Dec and Rach Gia. Your mekong river cruise itinerary includes visits to traditional villages, floating markets, and colonial-era landmarks. Each mekong river cruise promises immersive excursions led by expert local guides who reveal the secrets of this rich landscape.
Song Xanh Sampanâs handcrafted design and elegant interiors create a unique mekong river cruise atmosphere reminiscent of a bygone era. Whether relaxing on the deck or dining on authentic cuisine, every moment of your mekong river cruise is tailored for discovery and comfort. Choose the Song Xanh Sampan for your next mekong river cruise and experience the Mekong Delta as it was meant to be seen, in style and authenticity.
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Introduction
Song Xanh Sampan are designed for travelers looking for Private Cruise experiences in the Mekong Delta. The sampans âSong Xanhâ offer a concept of fully private charter cruises for individuals, ideal for couples, or families with children.
The boats dimensions allow a deep discovery of the delta, its numerous canals and arroyos. Exclusive cruise itineraries have been designed away from touristic areas, and permitt an intimate approach of the authentic inhabitants life style and ancestral activities. While some meals are served on board, others are catered at ancient houses along the river allowing cultural exchanges and privileged contacts with the locals.
For those looking for a more active way to penetrate the delta, bicycles and a small rowing boat are also available.
On each sampan boat, a crew of 4 including an english or french speaking guide is pampering the guests. Exotic fruits, mineral water, green tea, and fresh towels are served on complimentary basis.
- Song Xanh 1 (15m long x 3,5m wide, 1 living room transformed into a comfortable bedroom at night (15m2), 1 bathroom with wc, lavabo and shower, 1 sundeck at the back where chairs, table, and meals or drinks can be served)
- Song Xanh 2 (18m long x 3,5m wide, 1 bed room, 1 living room that can be transformed into 1 more bedroom at night (15m2/each), 1 bathroom with wc, lavabo and shower, 1 sundeck at the back where chairs, table, and meals or drinks can be served)
- Song Xanh 3 (18m long x 3,5m wide, 1 bed room, 1 living room that can be transformed into 1 more bedroom at night (15m2/each), 1 bathroom with wc, lavabo and shower, 1 sundeck at the back where chairs, table, and meals or drinks can be served)
- Song Xanh 4 (18m long x 3,5m wide, 1 bed room, 1 living room that can be transformed into 1 more bedroom at night (15m2/each), 1 bathroom with wc, lavabo and shower, 1 sundeck at the back where chairs, table, and meals or drinks can be served)
- Song Xanh 5 (23m long x 4,5m wide, 2 bedrooms,1 living room that can be transformed into 1 more bedroom at night if needed) (16m2/each). The large bathroom is equipped with shower, washbasin, wc, and provide a full set of deluxe amenities such as slippers, cotton bathrobes, bath towels, shampoo, soap, toothbrushes, comb, cotton tips, shower cap, and sanitary bags.
Itinerary
3 DAYS CRUISE FROM THE SEA THROUGH THE DELTA: CAI BE - SA DEC - RACH GIA
| Day | Activities | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cai Be â Sa Dec (L/D) Your trip starts from Phu An Jetty at 10:00 am. Start with a bicycle ride to better explore this wonderfully rural area, ending up at Le Longanier Restaurant. Lunch is served in this exquisite colonial-style villa set in a lush tropical garden by the river. After lunch, board the Song Xanh Sampan for a leisurely cruise on the busy waterways of the Mekong Delta, with stops along the way to visit local cottage industries that utilize products from the Delta like rice and coconuts. Arriving at Sa Dec, step ashore and stroll through the colorful outdoor market. Visit the historic house of the real-life character in the acclaimed novel and film âThe Loverâ by Marguerite Duras. A candlelit dinner awaits at this dramatic house. Enjoy your first night on board the Song Xanh, on the Tien River. |
Cai Be - Sa Dec |
| 2 | Sa Dec â Long Xuyen â Rach Gia (B/L/D) Breakfast is served on board as you cruise towards Long Xuyen along narrow canals past several rustic monkey bridges and pristine countryside scenes. After enjoying lunch on board, arrive at Long Xuyen to visit Tiger Island, birthplace of Vietnamâs second president. Return to the sampan for dinner and resume your cruise towards Rach Gia. Enjoy your second night on board. |
Sa Dec - Long Xuyen - Rach Gia |
| 3 | Rach Gia (B) Arrive in Rach Gia at around 7:00 am, the capital of Kien Giang Province, located on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Breakfast is served on board before disembarkation. For travelers traveling early to Phu Quoc, we can serve breakfast as early as 6:00 am. *Note: Actual itinerary may vary depending upon river tide, arrival time or other conditions. |
Rach Gia |
Tour details
PACKAGE PRICE PER PERSON (USD)
| Period | Rate/person (group 2 pax) | Rate/person (group 3-4Â pax) | Rate/person (group 5-6 pax) | Round trip transfer Rate/per car |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rate on LOW SEASON (Jun, 2025 â Sep, 2025) | USD 580 | USD 508 | USD 433 | on request |
| Rate on HIGH SEASON (Oct, 2025 â May, 2026) | USD 608 | USD 533 | USD 455 | on request |
NOTE
- The quotation does not include surcharges on Vietnamese Lunar New Year (17th-20th Feb 2026), Christmas (24th Dec) and New Year Eve (31th Dec).
- Child policy:Â Age of children based on date of birth, please contact for more information.
- Extra charge:Â please contact for more information.
- All cruises on Song Xanh Sampan are private.
TRIP INCLUDED
- Local English speaking guide where mentioned
- Entrance fees for all visits as mentioned in the itinerary
- Meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) as indicated in the program
- Cold towels, exotic seasonal fruits, hot green tea and two bottles of mineral water per person per day.
- Crew assistance
- Accommodation on cruise
- Government tax and service charges
TRIP EXCLUDED
- Land transportation from/to Ho Chi Minh City: please contact ATA for your transportation rate
- Travel insurance of any kind
- Tip, drinks, personal expenses
- Others services not mentioned
- Bank transfer fees & credit card service fees
- Other not mentioned above
ATTENTION
- What to bring: Original passport, swimming suites, sun glasses, some cash in Vietnamese Dong / USD for personal expenses (do not accept credit card payments on board), bring something warm to wear [From Dec till March]
- The program may be subject to change depending on weather conditions or specific tides without announcing to visitors in advance.
   Visitors are not recommended on board (for safety reasons):
- Person with disability: physical or sensory.
- Person who has symptoms of hallucinations, sleepwalking, fear of being enclosed, epilepsy
- Person who is older than 80.
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