Market tours · MARKET BOAT & RIVER TOURS
Canal and delta markets are reached by hull, not by road. These 15 put you on the water before the trade thins out, priced, timed and clear about how much of the trip is transfer.
Explore Bangkok’s Maeklong Railway Market and Damnoen Saduak by boat, with local food, Thai culture, helpful guides, and practical tips.
“Jenny was a perfect tour guide and the whole trip was interesting.”
Review this $17 Hoi An tour with market shopping, bamboo basket boats, coconut palms, and a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class.
“Perfect activity made loads of food and was in a lovely location”
Review of a 2-day Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh City, with Cai Rang market, boat rides, local food, Can Tho, and overnight stay.
“Everything went well on this tour during 2 days. Our guide Vinh was very nice, helpful and very good in communication. We did many activities such as fruits tasting, pagoda visit, cycling, boat ride, etc. I highly recommend this tour.”
Review of a 2-day Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh City with Cai Rang Market, boat rides, Can Tho, meals, hotel, and practical tips.
“We have just been on this trip with Bac, our guide, and Mr Hiep, who was driving our group on this trip. I would highly recommend it as it was very interesting to see Mekong Delta through the numerous experiences organised on this trip. It was two days but we felt that we spent a few days away as the programme is varied and kept us busy but was really well balanced. Getting up early on the second day was really worth it as the trip to the floating market was such a treat! Bac looked after us really well and always made sure we had what we needed. He…”
Review of a 2-day Mekong Delta tour from Ho Chi Minh City with Cai Rang market, boat rides, cooking, cycling, kayaking, meals, and lodging.
“With an interesting drive down to the Delta, the two days were jam packed with activities, some better than others but all I'm glad to have been able to do. Our tour guide, Ben was great. Very knowledgeable and informative.”
Explore Can Tho’s floating market, quiet canals, fruit gardens, rice noodles, and cacao farm on a value-packed Mekong morning tour.
“We really enjoyed the mekong delta tour, both the floating market and the other activities included. Lâm was a wonderful guide, he was funny and shared a lot of interesting information while answering any of our questions. I highly recommend this experience.”
Review of Can Tho’s early floating market tour, small canals, rice noodles, and organic cocoa farm, with practical tips on price and timing.
“I had the pleasure of joining Maria on a tour of the Mekong Delta, and it was truly unforgettable. From exploring the vibrant floating market to visiting the serene cocoa farm, every moment was filled with beauty and discovery. Maria's knowledge and enthusiasm added depth to the experience, making it not just a sightseeing tour, but a journey into the heart of the Delta's culture and traditions. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking for an authentic and enriching adventure in Vietnam.”
Explore Can Tho’s Cai Rang market, quiet canals, cocoa farm, noodle village, local food, and tropical fruit for $26.
“honestly I didnt expect to much for this price but it was really really nice. forst of all i was happy I found a tour which started later then all the ones offered. Then where they are starting from was way more convenient for me. Sasa the cute tourguide always smiling and laughing. she was very helpful even before the tour she answered all my questions told me where I was able to park etc.etc. They offer so much within this short time. Water, coffee or juice, soup, pineapple, cacao, chocolate,mango. im really amazed. Sasa is a young full with energy, talkable woman who seems to like what she does.…”
Review of Hoi An’s Sabirama cooking class, with market tour, Thu Bon River cruise, basket boat ride, massage, and four Vietnamese dishes.
“We had the best day today at the Sabirama cooking class with Bé and her team. We were picked up at our hotel promptly and driven to the market in Hoi An, where we were toured by Bé and had the opportunity to smell and try some Read more”
Review of Ayutthaya’s sunset temple tour from Bangkok, with historic ruins, a heritage boat ride, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.
“This Ayutthaya Sunset Tour was truly excellent and exceeded all expectations! Our knowledgeable guide brought the ancient UNESCO ruins to life, sharing captivating history as we visited highlights like Wat Mahathat (with the famous BudRead more”
Explore Old Dubai on foot, taste local street food, cross Dubai Creek by abra, and browse the Spice and Gold Souks with a guide.
“Our guide Islam was excellent. Showed us all the sights and told us what to look out for. Very enjoyable.”
Review of Hoi An’s market, coconut basket boat, and cooking class, with practical advice on food, timing, transport, price, and who should book.
“Loved the cooking class and the food we cooked. Our guide and chef Li was great. The basket ride was a bit of fun. Loved that it was a nice small group.”
Explore Can Tho’s Cai Rang Floating Market, noodle factory, local breakfast, hammock café, and quiet Mekong canals on a 4-hour tour.
“I had the best day on this tour! My favourite day in Vietnam so far. My guide Thinh was such good company and taught me so much about local customs. I’m so glad he was my guide. We spent time seeing the floating village, went down thRead more”
Explore Cai Rang market, noodle making, quiet canals, and Muoi Cuong cacao farm on a small-group Can Tho boat tour.
“We had a fantastic time on this trip and our guide Edward was brilliant he was enthusiastic about his job and really did make sure we had a great time the experience of this trip was really good we loved it”
Review of Bangkok’s Damnoen Saduak and Maeklong markets, including the boat ride, transport, guide quality, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Awesome trip, the guides ken and Alex were awesome, very helpful and informative.”
Pick a canal, a covered hall, a souk or a stove.
