Can Tho: Con Son Island - Community Tour with Hotel Pickup

Duration1 Day Tour TypeLocal & Cultural Experiences Group sizeUp to 50 BookingFree Cancellation
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Overview

SHORT DISCRIPTION: 

HIDDEN LIFES ON THE MEKONG'S RIVERS Travel to Cồn Sơn Islet to meet local families, visit a fish farm, pick fruits from orchards, make traditional cakes, and witness the jumping snakehead fish.

 

TOUR INFORMATION:

- Departure time: 2:00 PM

- Duration: Around 4.5–5 hours

- Departure point: Hotels in Can Tho City Center (extra charge may apply for distant locations)

- Transport: Car & Boat

 

ITINERARY:

2:00 PM – Pick-up at your hotel

Your guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Can Tho city center.

2:30 PM - Visit the Binh Thuy Ancient House, one of the city’s most iconic cultural sites. Explore its unique architecture and hear stories about the prosperous Southern families who once lived here.

3:00 PM – Take a boat to Con Son

Enjoy a refreshing boat ride along the Hau River.

3:30 PM – Visit Truc Bay Bon fish farm

Discover how local families raise fish right in the middle of the river. You’ll have a chance to feed the fish and learn about the daily life of Con Son residents who rely on the river for their livelihood.

4:00 PM – Explore seasonal fruit gardens

Walk through lush green orchards where you can pick and taste tropical fruits depending on the season – such as rambutan, longan, or guava.

4:45 PM – Watch the flying snakehead fish show

An entertaining and rare performance that showcases the locals’ creativity and close bond with nature.

5:00 PM – Experience traditional “Cốm nổ” making

Learn how local families make this delightful popped rice snack by hand. Taste the freshly made treat and enjoy a cup of tea before returning.

6:00 PM – Return to the city, drop off at your hotel

End of tour.

 

HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Binh Thuy Ancient House – a symbol of Can Tho’s cultural heritage
  • Bay Bon fish farm - museum for fresh water fish
  • fruit gardens and taste fresh tropical fruits
  • make popped rice snacks (“Cốm nổ”)
  • flying snakehead fish performance

 

Itinerary

2:00 PM – Pick-up at your hotel
For hotels outside the city center, an additional fee of 200,000 VND applies.
2:00 PM – Pick-up at your hotel
2:30 PM - Visit the Binh Thuy Ancient House
Explore its unique architecture and hear stories about the prosperous Southern families who once lived here.
2:30 PM - Visit the Binh Thuy Ancient House
3:30 PM – Visit Truc Bay Bon fish farm
Discover how local families raise fish right in the middle of the river.
3:30 PM – Visit Truc Bay Bon fish farm
4:00 PM – Explore seasonal fruit gardens
Pick and taste tropical fruits depending on the season.
4:00 PM – Explore seasonal fruit gardens
4:45 PM – Watch the flying snakehead fish show
An entertaining and rare performance that showcases the locals’ creativity.
4:45 PM – Watch the flying snakehead fish show
5:00 PM – Experience traditional “Cốm nổ” making
Learn how local families make the delightful popped rice.
5:00 PM – Experience traditional “Cốm nổ” making

Location

Meeting point Thành phố Cần Thơ, Việt Nam

Good to know

Included

  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities
  • Items not mentioned in inclusions

Terms & Conditions

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • No refunds for no-show or late arrival.
  • Tours operate subject to weather and local conditions.

FAQs

What is special about Cồn Sơn Island?
Cồn Sơn is a small river island where local families have worked together to develop community-based tourism since 2015. Instead of large tourist attractions, each family shares what they do best—from raising fish and growing tropical fruits to making traditional cakes and local specialties. Together, they create an authentic experience where tourism directly supports the local community while preserving the Mekong way of life.
Is hotel pickup included in the Cồn Sơn Community Tour?
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off within Can Tho city center are included. Pickup outside the city center is available for an additional fee - 200.000vnd/group.
Can you accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, or other dietary requirements?
Yes. Please let us know in advance if you have any dietary requirements or food allergies, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.
What should I wear for the Cồn Sơn Community Tour?
We recommend comfortable clothing, walking shoes or sandals, sunscreen, a hat, and insect repellent for a pleasant visit around the island.
Why should I choose this Cồn Sơn Community Tour?
As a local Mekong travel agency with local guides, we know the families and community personally. This allows us to create genuine connections and share the stories, culture, and hospitality that make Cồn Sơn such a special place.

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