Cai Be Princess Sampan
The Cai Be Princess Sampan offers an intimate day cruise experience through the Mekong Delta, providing guests with a private journey aboard a beautifully handcrafted wooden vessel.
About the Cai Be Princess Sampan
The Cai Be Princess Sampan provides an exclusive and authentic way to discover the Mekong Delta. Launched in 2009, this traditional wooden day boat is designed for travelers seeking a personalized and private exploration of Vietnam's southern waterways. It caters particularly well to solo adventurers or small groups, offering a unique blend of comfort and cultural immersion.
Crafted with traditional design elements, the sampan ensures an intimate atmosphere, allowing guests to truly connect with the serene river landscapes and local life. The focus is on privacy and a tailored experience, distinguishing it from larger group tours.
Onboard Experience
Guests aboard the Cai Be Princess Sampan can relax in comfortable seating areas, designed to offer expansive views of the river. The open design allows for a refreshing ambiance as the boat navigates the delta's intricate network of rivulets. Fresh fruits, hot green tea, and mineral water are served throughout the journey, enhancing the relaxing atmosphere.
Exploring the Mekong Delta
This vessel specializes in showcasing the rich agricultural and rural essence of the Mekong Delta. Journeys typically include visits to bustling floating markets, where a bounty of fresh produce is traded, and stops at local workshops. Here, guests can witness traditional crafts, such as the making of coconut candy and puffed rice, offering a direct glimpse into the region's heritage.
Based on seven customer reviews, the Cai Be Princess Sampan holds an impressive overall rating of 9.2 out of 10, indicating an excellent guest experience. Travelers consistently praise the cruise quality, food and drink offerings, and particularly the exceptional staff service, which scored 9.5. Reviewers highlight the serene and memorable journey through the Mekong Delta, appreciating the calm waterways, verdant orchards, and traditional villages. Guests enjoy visiting historical sites, local workshops for coconut candy and puffed rice, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere. The knowledgeable tour guides and the comfortable, private wooden boat are frequently mentioned as standout features, providing an authentic and relaxing exploration of the region.
Cabin Types
Private Charter
Small Group Tour
Cruise Programs
Dining & Facilities
- Comfortable seating couches
- Open-air viewing decks
- Onboard restroom
- Dining area for served meals
- Comfortable seating couches
- Open-air viewing decks
- Onboard restroom
- Dining area for served meals
Dining on the Cai Be Princess Sampan includes a delicious lunch, meticulously prepared to reflect local flavors. This meal is served at the elegant Le Longanier Restaurant, a colonial-style villa nestled within a lush tropical garden beside the river. This unique setting provides a sense of historical privilege, reminiscent of Indochinese times, offering an authentic culinary experience amidst beautiful surroundings.
- Receive a welcome drink and cold towel upon boarding
- Observe local riverine life and floating markets
- Enjoy seasonal fruits and hot green tea
- Participate in guided rowing boat excursions
- Visit historic local houses
- Explore traditional craft workshops
- Benefit from English-speaking guide services
- Receive assistance from the onboard crew
Booking Policies
- Round-trip transfers between Ho Chi Minh City and Cai Be
- Beverages purchased during meals
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities for the crew and guide
- Personal expenditures
- Special holiday surcharges (e.g., Lunar New Year)
- Booking policies are specific to each cruise program; please refer to the individual cruise details or contact sales for precise information.
- Cancellations made 30 days or more before the departure date will incur a 10% charge of the total rate.
- Cancellations between 15 and 29 days before departure will be charged 30% of the total rate.
- For cancellations made 4 to 14 days prior to departure, 75% of the total rate will be charged.
- Cancellations made less than 3 days before departure will result in a 100% charge of the total rate.
- Children aged 4 years or younger travel free of charge.
- Children between 5 and 12 years old receive a 60% discount on the adult price.
- Children above 12 years old are charged the full adult price.
Round-trip transportation between Ho Chi Minh City and Cai Be is excluded. After lunch, a personal vehicle will transport guests for a two-hour journey from Ba Bon Bridge back to Ho Chi Minh City, concluding the day's trip.
| Operator | Victoria Cruises |
| Cruise Line | Cai Be Princess Sampan |
| Ship Type | Budget |
| Built Year | 2009 |
| Refurbished | 0 |
| Cabins | 1 |
| Passengers | 6 |
| Home Port | Cai Be |
