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EDULandtour – MK Delta (7D)

The Edulandtour takes participants on a 7-day journey to deeply explore the Mekong Delta, covering Cần Thơ, Hậu Giang, Sóc Trăng, and Hậu Giang. The tour is designed to immerse attendees in the rice culture of the South, allowing them to experience local farming techniques and participate in traditional crafts like making folk cakes. It includes valuable exchanges with local farmers and artisans, as well as educational visits to sites like the Rice Research Institute. The entire experience aims to provide a deeper understanding of the local people’s life, culture, and their resilience.

Highlights Include:

  • Mekong Delta Rice Culture Immersion: Direct experience with the ancient methods of rice cultivation.
  • Hands-on Farming Experience: Join farmers in seasonal cultivation and try cooking local dishes with rice.
  • Traditional Craft Learning: Learn to make Southern folk cakes (like Banh Xeo and Banh Khot).
  • Cultural Exchanges: Engage in a special exchange with the Khmer ethnic group (e.g., Romvong and coconut-shell dances).
  • Sustainable Livelihoods Discovery: Visit local business models like the Cai Răng Floating Market and fruit orchards.

Location:

  • Departure: Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC)
  • Main Destinations: Can Tho, Hau Giang, Soc Trang
  • Accommodation: 3-star hotel (6 nights)

Detail:

Agenda

  • Day 01: Arrive in HCMC, visit Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Post Office, Water Puppet show (optional).
  • Day 02: Explore Chinatown (Cho Lon), travel to Can Tho, Exchange with the Rice Research Institute.
  • Day 03: Visit Tu Vien Seasonal Rice Farmstay (Hau Giang) for rice cultivation experience, visit Ba Ve sluice gate, visit fruit gardens (pineapple/areca/coconut).
  • Day 04: Depart to Soc Trang, visit Chua Dat Set (Clay Pagoda), homestay check-in, visit Ho Be Mangrove Forest for local activities and cooking class.
  • Day 05: Experience making traditional Southern folk cakes, travel back to Can Tho, visit Mieu Ba Thien Hau (Thien Hau Temple).
  • Day 06: Visit Cai Rang Floating Market, explore Son Islet (Agritourism, fruit orchards, floating fish farms, sampling banh la mit).
  • Day 07: Check out, enjoy free time for shopping/souvenirs, return to Tan Son Nhat Airport (HCMC).
November 21, 2025
Start

November 21, 2025

7 Days

6 Nights

Address

Can Tho, VN