General Information
Le Cochinchine is a modern river-boat designed as the traditional river barges that sail along the Mekong River. Its shining wooden figure gives it a picturesque look in perfect harmony with the surrounding natural environment. A delightful and highly comfortable river-boat, it also offers an excellent service quality provided by a very attentive crew who aims at giving travelers a unique and unforgettable journey deep in the heart of the Delta. Aboard this beautiful « floating hotel » reigns an atmosphere ideal for leisuring and which makes the surrounding scenery only more magical.
Cruising with Le Cochinchine
Le Cochinchine cruises for an authentic exploration of the Mekong Delta aboard an elegant and highly comfortable boat. Routes taken give priority to adventure, discovery and encounters so that travelers can get a unique glance at the everyday life of this exceptional part of the world and of its local people. Not to mention the never-ending contemplation of a fantastic scenery aboard a truly charming traditional river barge.
Location
Places |
Mekong Delta (Cai Be, Sa Dec, Cho Lach, Tra On, Can Tho, Long Xuyen, Chau Doc, etc.) |
Base station |
Cái Bè, Tiền Giang Province |
Distance from/to Ho Chi Minh City |
120 km |
Distance from /to HCM International Airport |
130 km |
Transportation |
Shuttle bus from/to Ho Chi Minh; private transfers on request (not included in the cruising package) |
Technical Characteristics
Date of conception |
2006 |
Length |
28 m |
Width |
7 m |
Number of cabins |
10 |
Capacity |
20 passengers |
Engine |
420 HP |
Speed during the cruise |
10 km/h |
Electricity on board |
220 volt, standard continental plugs, adapters on request
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Facilities
Lower deck |
6 cabins Restaurant Bar |
Upper deck |
4 cabins Lounge and terraces Bar |
Solarium |
Lounge chairs with mattresses and pillows |
Annexes |
Bicycles Motorised row boat |
Accommodation
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Services on board
Crew |
6 people including 1 cruise manager / guide, 1 captain, 1 chef |
Languages spoken on board |
English, French |
Food |
Delicate array of Asian dishes, international influences |
Beverages |
Selection of famous French, Italian and Australian wines, alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails, fruit juices, soft drinks, teas and coffees (drinks not included in packages) |
Passengers services |
Foot Massage (complimentary) |
Activities
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Practical Information
Check in |
Noon |
Check out |
Noon |
Credit Card accepted |
Visa, MasterCard, American Express |
MEKONG RIVER CRUISE – 2DAYS/1NIGHT
ROUTE:CAIBE – CANTHO
DAY 01: CAIBE – MANGTHIT - TRAON(L,D)
11h-11h30am you reach the banks of the Mekong Delta in Cai Be.
We take a morning boat trip to Dong Hoa Hiep village and explore evergreen surrounding area with colorful port area, the old houses, delightful flower gardens and local coconut candy and rice paper manufacturers.
We continues our lovely cruise through the endless water way and lush vegetation towards Tra On
Embark on a pleasant walk or cycle on the footpaths of the countryside to discover tropical fruit orchards and local daily activities. It gives you a good opportunity to meet with local people.
Boarding back at dusk, enjoy a pre-dinner drink together with a magnificent sunset on Mang Thit River.
Enjoy the foot massage on board.
DAY 02: TRAON - CANTHO (B)
Breakfast on board
The morning bobbling commotion of Mekong river life comes to life for another lovely day our boat set sails to Cantho through tributaries, canals and arroyos.
Transfer to Cairang, one of the most bustling floating markets in the whole Mekong Delta.
The local boat slides on tiny waterways between palm-shaded banks for you to see green orchards, local houses, ship building yards, rural and river activities in full swing.
11 h00 Disembark in Cantho. The cruise concludes.
PROGRAM INCLUDES
2-day cruise with stops and visits as stated* accompanied by English and or/ French speaking guide
1-night en-suited cabin with A/C on board.
Meals as mentioned during the cruise (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Admission fee as mentioned in the programme*
Biking and sampan boat rides
services of crews during the cruise on board
1 complimentary foot massage on board.
Pre-dinner drink (Apperitif )
PROGRAM EXCLUDES
Visas
Travel insurance
Land transportation from/to HCM City(US$45/person/round trip)
Personal expenses : souvenirs, drinks, tips
NOTE
Infants under 5 years old are free of charge.
Children between 6 and 11 years old sharing cabin with their parents get a 50% discount.
ROUTE CANTHO – CAIBE
DAY 01: CANTHO – TRAON - CHOLACH (L,D)
12.00-12h30 you reach the banks of the Mekong Delta in Can Tho City.
You embark onboard Le Cochinchine around noon and enjoy a welcome drink.
Lunch served on board. The river barge continues towards Tra On.
Embark on a pleasant walk or cycle on the footpaths of the countryside to discover tropical fruit orchards and local daily activities. It gives you a good opportunity to meet with local people.
Boarding back at dusk, enjoy a pre-dinner drink together with a magnificent sunset on Mang Thit River.
Enjoy the foot massage on board.
Dinner and night on board off Cholach.
DAY 02: CHOLACH– CAIBE (B)
Breakfast on board.
Our boat set sails again and cruises along the Mekong while taking in orchards and gardens torward Cai Be.
Explore Cai Be floating market by boat trip then continue onto Dong Hoa Hiep village for an exploration of evergreen surrounding area including colorful port area, the old houses, delightful flower gardens, local coconut candy, and rice paper manufacturers.
The boat sails through tiny canals and arroyos before bringing you back to the shore.
Get off in Cai Be harbour around 11.00 AM. The cruise concludes.
PROGRAM INCLUDES
2-day cruise with stops and visits as stated* accompanied by English and or/ French speaking guide
1-night en-suited cabin with A/C on board.
Meals as mentioned during the cruise (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
Admission fee as mentioned in the programme*
Biking and sampan boat rides
services of crews during the cruise on board
1 complimentary foot massage on board.
Pre-dinner drink (Apperitif )
PROGRAM EXCLUDES
Visas
Travel insurance
Land transportation from/to HCM City(US$45/person/round trip)
Personal expenses : souvenirs, drinks, tips
NOTE
Infants under 5 years old are free of charge.
Children between 6 and 11 years old sharing cabin with their parents get a 50% discount.
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