Thieng Lieng Island is an island hamlet located about 70km southeast of Ho Chi Minh city center, deep inside Thanh An commune, Can Gio district. Most of the landscape here is filled with rivers and canals, accompanied by lush green forests covering the island. Because there are not many human impacts, so the air on the island is always fresh and dust-free like in the city. Thieng Lieng Island still retains its rustic and wild nature that not all seas have. Coming to Thieng Lieng Island, you will discover and enjoy the peaceful and elegant life here, experience a new life in a remote and difficult place in Saigon.
| Departure Time | 8:00 am |
| Note | Please arrive at least 20 minutes before departure |
| Tour Length | Approximately 7 hours |
07:45 am Pick-up at Saigon WaterBus Station.08:00 am Depart to Thieng Lieng Island by luxury speedboat. When on board, enjoy a light breakfast of Sugar Town cake with mineral water & seasonal fruits, enjoy the fresh air and understand the daily life of local citizens living along the river banks.
09:00 am Arrive to Thieng Lieng Island, welcoming the group at the ferry bridge, each guest will receive 1 conical hat, Take a souvenir photo of Thieng Lieng Island welcome gate; get 1 bicycle for each guest and start the journey to visit Thieng Lieng with the following activities:
– Visitors can easily feel the typical ecological landscape of the island hamlet with the characteristic green river view, you will enjoy the special water coconut ice cream exclusively at Thieng Lieng Island hamlet. Along with that, you immerse yourself in the existential space of memories with delicately arranged items, clearly understand the lively structure of the locality, especially the unique and open cultural convergence.
– Relax through foot bath with granulated salt and traditional herbs, and learn the process of processing specialties of Thieng Lieng salt in particular and Can Gio in general. Visitors approach and feel the added value from the local people’s orchard ecosystem through: “every season, every drink”.
– Enjoy and learn the process of making some typical Southern cakes from local pure natural ingredients, experience and learn about the salt-making profession of the Thieng Lieng Island salt-marsh community.
– Find out the additional livelihood of the inhabitants of the island hamlet through local cattle raising, check in with the goats of the island hamlet associated with the typical salt field landscape in Thieng Lieng.
– Check in the welcome gate “Doi Tamarind”, enjoy the specialty of salted lemonade, checkin the “five-color” house with unique local art architecture. Enjoy the sen and zither of folk artisans, and learn about the art of Don Ca Tai Tu of the people of Thieng Lieng Island.
– Visitors have lunch with dishes made from natural materials in the mangrove ecosystem with typical and diverse dishes in Thieng Lieng Island hamlet such as: octopus dipped in young tamarind leaves, grilled oysters, salted chicken.
02:00 pm Finish tour at Thieng Lieng Island and head to Saigon.
03:00 pm Arrive back to Saigon.
Price Includes
Price Excludes
GROUP TOUR:
– Adult: VND 3,465,000 per person (min 4 persons)
– Child (under 12 years old): 80% on Adult price
– Child (under 4 years old): 50% on Adult price
SPECIAL OFFER: One complimentary drink at lunch.
PRIVATE TOUR:
The trip are fully operated by Saigon River Tour using our own private on-board tour guide.
| GROUP SIZE | PRICE PER GROUP |
| 1 - 2 persons | VND 17,325,000 |
| Extra person | VND 3,465,000 per person |
EXTRA SERVICES:
– Pick-up and drop-off at Phu My port: VND 6,930,000 per car (Max 10 persons/ car)
– Non-english speaking guide (Chinese, French, German, …): VND 3,465,000 per person
Escape the city and embrace the refreshing purity of Thieng Lieng Island, a peaceful and untouched destination nestled within the Can Gio Biosphere Reserve. With no urban dust or noise, this remote island offers a rare experience of rustic simplicity – the kind of natural beauty few coastal areas can still preserve.
Embark on a leisurely cycling tour around the island, donning the traditional Vietnamese conical hat (nón lá) as you immerse yourself in the serene beauty and tranquil charm of the countryside. This authentic experience offers a gentle glimpse into the peaceful rhythm of local life.
Learn about the traditional process of producing Thieng Lieng salt, a regional specialty of Can Gio. Unwind with a soothing foot soak using coarse salt and medicinal herbs, a practice rooted in local wellness traditions.
Learn about the traditional methods behind crafting some of the Mekong Delta’s signature cakes, made entirely from pure, locally sourced natural ingredients. Savor these distinctive regional treats alongside refreshing beverages, all prepared from fresh, natural elements – a true taste of the land’s culinary authenticity.
Enjoy a lunch made from natural ingredients harvested within the mangrove ecosystem, featuring a variety of regional dishes. It’s a delicious and authentic culinary experience that reflects the island’s deep connection with nature.
In the event of adverse weather conditions or safety concerns, the tour may be rescheduled or canceled. We will notify you in advance and provide alternative options for your consideration.
It takes approximately two hours to reach the Mekong Delta by high-speed boat. Along the way, our guide will share insights into local life on the Saigon River, illustrated by scenes of fishing boats and ferries transporting local residents.
We are committed to delivering a high-quality tour experience — from transportation, sightseeing to dining and professional tour guides. When you travel with Saigon River Tour, everything is included in the tour price as specified. Each journey not only offers cultural and social value by promoting local heritage to our guests, but also helps support the local families and communities we partner with along the way.
Depending on the number of participants, but we limit our group size to a maximum of 16 guests to ensure both safety and comfort throughout the tour.
The tour is suitable for all ages; however, children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
We are happy to accommodate any dietary requirements based on our guests’ needs. Your safety and satisfaction is our destination.
Our tour guides are fluent in English. If you prefer another language, please let us know in advance and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Kindly note that an additional fee may apply depending on the language selected.
We recommend wearing comfortable and respectful clothing during the tour. As the itinerary includes visits to temples and spiritual sites, guests are kindly advised to avoid short skirts or revealing outfits. Comfortable footwear is also recommended for easy movement throughout the trip.
