DONG THAP 1 DAY TOUR - EXPLORE DONG THAP MUOI ECOLOGICAL RESERVE - TRUC LAM CHANH GIAC MEDITATION MONASTERY - RELIC "TU DONG TAM"

✨HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the natural beauty of Dong Thap Muoi Ecological Reserve
• Experience a local pineapple (Khom) harvest
• Enjoy a traditional three-leaf boat ride through the wetlands
• Discover the rich birdlife and peaceful melaleuca forest
• Visit Truc Lam Chanh Giac Zen Monastery
• Explore the Buddhist sacred site known as "Tu Dong Tam" - The Four Sacred Sites

🗓️ DETAILED ITINERARY

07h00: Our private car and tour guide will pick you up at your hotel or an agreed meeting point in Can Tho City/Ho Chi Minh City. Depart for Dong Thap Province and begin your journey into the peaceful countryside of Mekong Delta.

08h00: The group stops at the rest stop and enjoys breakfast to get ready for a journey of discovery.

09h00: Arrive at Dong Thap Muoi Ecological Reserve and begin your immersive nature experience.

• Chek-in Ben Thuong. Take a moment to enjoy the scenery and capture memorable photos with the local pigeons.
• Explore the Wetlands by Three-Leaf Boat. Hop aboard a traditional three-leaf boat and gently cruise through the waterways of the reserve. Along the way, you may observe a variety of birds such as painted storks, herons, grebes and egrets gathering among the trees and around their nests. Beneath the clear water, schools of fish move through the aquatic vegetation, while turtles can occasionally be seen swimming along the canals. Surrounded by lush melaleuca forests, open skies and peaceful waterways, the landscape creates a beautiful and authentic glimpse into the natural world of the Mekong Delta.

• Continue your exploration by electric cart through the vast green landscape of Dong Thap Muoi. Admire the extensive melaleuca forest while learning more about the many bird species found in the area, including several species listed in international conservation records.

• Take a scenic break among the endless pineapple fields. Tan Phuoc District is known locally as the "Kingdom of Pineapple", as the area's heavily acidic soil is particularly suitable for pineapple cultivation. Depending on the season, you may also have the opportunity to experience local pineapple harvesting and learn more about this important agricultural product.

• One of most enjoyable ways to experience the reserve is by bicycle. Cycle along the peaceful paths surrounded by native melaleuca trees, enjoying the fresh air and tranquil atmosphere of the forest.
• Climb the 18 meter observation tower for panoramic view over the reserve. From above, admire flocks of birds and egrets gathering among the treetops, sometime creating an impressive while - covered landscape across the forest.

11h30: Local lunch. Take a break and enjoy lunch featuring local specialties at a restaurant.

14h00: Continue to Truc Lam Chanh Giac Zen Monastery, an important spiritual and cultural destination in the Mekong Delta. Built in 2012, the monastery follows the traditional architectural style of the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen tradition. The spacious grounds are surrounded by nature trees, bonsai gardens and impressive natural stone formations, creating a peaceful environments for visitors. One of highlights is the Shakyamuini Buddha statue, carved from jade stone and covered with gold leaf. The statue stands approximately 4.5 meters high and weitghs more than 30 tons, and was crafted by a Myanmar artisan. Take a peaceful walk around the monastery, admire its architecture and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of this spiritual site.

Continue to the "Tu Dong Tam" - Four Sacred Sites, representing four important Buddhist pilgrimage sites:

• Lumbini - the sacred place associated with the birth of the Buddha.
• Bodh Gaya - the sacred site associated with the Buddha's spiritual journey.
• Sarnath - where the Buddha delivered his first sermon.
• Kushinager - where the Buddha entered Nirvana.

Important note: Guests are requested to prepare their own traditional Buddhist robes (áo tràng) when visiting the Zen monastery and the Four Sacred Sites.

16h00: Depart for Can Tho City/Ho Chi Minh City. End of the Dong Thap Muoi Ecological Reserve Discovery Tour. Our tour guide says goodbye and wishes you a wonderful journey. We look forward to welcoming you on your next adventure in Vietnam.

💰 TOUR PRICE

Applicable for groups of 2 adults: 109$/person.

👧🏻 CHILD POLICY

• Under 5 years old: Free of charge
• 5 - 9 years old: 75% of the adult rate
• 10 years old and above: Adult rate

✅ INCLUDED:

• Modern 7-seat private car
• Entrace ticket to Dong Thap Muoi Ecological Reserve
• Electric cart tour inside the reserve
• Bicycle for exploring the reserve
• Traditional three-leaf boat ride for birdwatching and nature exploration
• Access to the 18-meter observation tower
• Visit to Truc Lam Chanh Giac Zen Monastery and the "Tu Dong Tam" Four Sacred Sites 
• Bottled drinking water
• 1 breakfast and 1 lunch featuring local specialties
• Travel insurance
• Driver and English-speaking tour guide
• VAT

❌ EXCLUDED:

• Personal expenses
• Tips for the driver and tour guide

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