SHORT DISCRIPTION:
Slow down and experience the Mekong Delta on two wheels. Cycle through fruit orchards, peaceful villages, and quiet country roads, cross the river by local ferry, and visit a dragon fruit plantation, Truc Lam Phuong Nam Monastery, and the ancient Gian Gua Sanctuary. Along the way, discover local traditions, taste seasonal fruits, and experience everyday life through the stories shared by your local guide.
TOUR OVERVIEW
- Departure time: 1:30 PM
- Duration: ~3 - 4 hours
- Pick-up point: Hotel in Can Tho City center (extra fee for the outer areas)
- Drop-off point: Hotel in Can Tho City center
- Mode of transport: Bicycle, car
ITINERARY
1:30 PM – Departure from Can Tho City Center
Meet your guide at the city center, get your bicycle, and start cycling through small countryside roads lined with palm trees, canals, and smiling locals.
2:30 PM – Visit Dragon Fruit Plantation
Ride to a local orchard and learn about the cultivation and harvest of dragon fruit. Enjoy tasting the juicy, sweet fruit while chatting with the farmers about their life and work.
3:00 PM – Visit Truc Lam Phuong Nam Monastery
Continue your journey to the magnificent Truc Lam Zen Monastery. Admire its grand wooden gates, curved tiled roofs, and tranquil atmosphere. Take a short walk through the temple grounds and experience a moment of mindfulness.
4:00 PM – Explore Gian Gua Sanctuary
Cycle along quiet paths toward the famous Gian Gua — a sacred banyan grove that has stood for centuries. Wander beneath its sprawling branches, listen to stories of local faith and legends, and enjoy the cool, mysterious shade of this remarkable natural site.
5.00 PM – End of Tour
Arrive back in the city center. Your bicycle adventure ends with wonderful memories and a renewed connection to the land and people of Can Tho.
HIGHTLIGHT:
- Savor the taste of fresh dragon fruit at a local plantation
- Explore the Truc Lam Phuong Nam Monastery and its tranquil grounds
- Visit the Gian Gua Sanctuary and learn about local legends
- Cycle through the countryside and enjoy the scenic views
- Take the local ferry to across the river