3 Day South East Asia Tour Packages

South East Asia itineraries for 3 days

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• 3 Days in Mekong Delta, incl. Ho Chi Minh City and Phnom Penh

  A rich tapestry of Mekong Delta life unfolds across 7 destinations in three days. The tour showcases floating markets, bird sanctuaries, and ancient temples, complemented by quality accommodations rated 4.2/5 from 50+ reviews.

  

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  • Day 1

    Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho

    Leave your Ho Chi Minh City hotel at 8 AM when traffic is lighter. Drive 2 hours to My Tho and visit Vinh Trang Pagoda before your first river boat ride. Take a traditional wooden sampan through Ben Tre's narrow canals under water coconut trees. Stop at local workshops making coconut candy and sample fresh treats. Arrive in Can Tho by evening to explore the night market. Book a hotel in central Can Tho since some properties are located far from the market area.

    
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    Can Tho to Chau Doc

    Get up at 5:30 AM to see Cai Rang floating market at its busiest. One visitor noted: "Watching local vendors exchange goods between boats gives you a real insight into river life here." Travel to Chau Doc afterward to visit Tra Su Sanctuary. Take a boat through flooded forest waterways to spot local birds. If time allows, head up Sam Mountain for sunset views. Stay at Victoria Chau Doc Hotel. While rated 4-star, it's the best option in the area.

    
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    Chau Doc to Phnom Penh

    Start at 7 AM for your Cambodia border crossing. The speedboat takes about 5 hours to reach Phnom Penh around 1 PM. Note that you can only get Cambodia visas on arrival at the water border. E-visas are not accepted. Bring motion sickness medication if needed since the boat ride can get rough. Many travelers mention uncomfortable wooden benches. A small cushion will help.

    

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• 3 Day Mekong Delta Itinerary, incl. Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City

  A three-day Southeast Asian tour winds through Mekong Delta's highlights. The route takes you to Cai Rang floating market, Cham villages, and Tra Su Forest sanctuary. The package features speedboat transfer, Victoria hotel stays, and traditional sampan journeys for approx. $340.

  

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  • Day 1

    Phnom Penh to Chau Doc

    Your trip starts with a speedboat leaving Phnom Penh at noon, reaching Chau Doc around 5 PM. A recent traveler explains: "The boat travels at about 30km/hr and makes two stops for border crossings - one to exit Cambodia and one to enter Vietnam." The basic speedboat offers minimal amenities, so bring your own snacks and water. Once you arrive, head to Ba Chua Xu Pagoda near Sam Mountain. Plan to visit around sunset for the best photos in the soft golden light.

    
  • Day 2

    Chau Doc to Can Tho

    Start your morning at the local market in Chau Doc to see daily life in action. Visit the traditional Cham Muslim village to learn about Vietnam's diverse ethnic groups and see their handwoven textiles, though some visitors note it feels a bit touristy now. In the afternoon, take a trip to Tra Su Cajuput Forest, located 20km from Chau Doc. This 850-hectare sanctuary is best seen by small boat, where you can spot unusual water-walking birds and local wildlife. You will spend the night in Can Tho, the biggest city in the delta region.

    
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    Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City

    The morning starts with an early boat ride to Cai Rang Floating Market, the biggest in the region. One visitor shares: "The floating market was fascinating - arrive before 7 AM to see it at its bustling best." After the market, you will drive to Ho Chi Minh City, stopping at Vinh Trang Pagoda on the way. You should reach the city by 3 PM.

    

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• 3 Days in Mekong Delta, incl. Can Tho and Chau Doc

  The waterways of Southeast Asia unfold across 5 destinations in 3 days, showcasing Cai Rang floating market, traditional workshops, and Tra Su Forest. Comfortable 3-star hotels in Can Tho and Chau Doc serve as base camps, with professional English-speaking guides leading the way.

  

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  • Day 1

    Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho

    Your journey begins with a 7:30 AM hotel pickup in HCMC for the drive to Cai Be. "The variation of subjects from local life, nature, farming and scenery made the tour really special," according to a recent visitor. Take a morning boat ride on the Tien River to see local cottage industries. The coconut candy workshops are a highlight and you can try free samples. Bring cash since rural areas rarely accept credit cards.

    
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    Can Tho to Chau Doc

    Get up early (around 5:30 AM) to see Cai Rang Floating Market at its liveliest. The market peaks between 6-8 AM. After your boat tour, visit a local noodle factory and the beautiful Munir Ansay Pagoda. In the afternoon, head to Tra Su Forest where small rowing boats will take you through flooded mangroves. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We got to experience local customs, village visits and boat rides, which broke up our travel time on the bus nicely."

    
  • Day 3

    Chau Doc to Phnom Penh

    Be ready at 6:30 AM for the express boat to Cambodia. Make sure your Vietnam visa is printed and in your passport. You can get your Cambodia visa on the boat ($35 total: $30 visa fee plus $5 service charge, cash only). The 6-hour journey arrives in Phnom Penh between 12:30-1:00 PM. If you get seasick easily, bring medication as the river can be rough.

    

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