Scheduled journeys and departures : Bassac

Day cruises: several departures every day

See all our day cruise programs and departure time table with 9Dragons.

We offer fixed departures every day, which you may join, other departures meant for small parties, and the possibility to charter a boat to go wherever you want.

Overnight, daily departures [up]

In a few moments, our availabilities for tomorrow and the day after.

For these departures, we offer you a 20%³ late booking rebate. Inquire, or call +84 (0)292 382 9540.

On Wednesday, May 25th, 2022, there will be a waning moon crescent rising at the small hours of the morning.

[picture] Cruising the Măng Thít river, in the heart of the Mekong delta, on board a wooden boat

Join in on the Bassac's regular overnight cruises between Cái Bè and Cần Thơ. It is very easy to join in: just pick your choices and write to us, we shall return to you soon with availabilities and a detailed offer.

Every day, departure across the Mekong delta, either way

Join in on one of our short trips, Cần Thơ - Cái Bè and Cái Bè - Cần Thơ any day.

They are our most classic trips, and they sail across the Mekong delta rather than upstream or downstream, so they keep you on smaller riverways, in touch with a constantly evolving scenery. If you are unsure about which itinerary to take, believe us and pick one of these two.

Cần Thơ - Cái Bè

Cần Thơ, on the first day at noon

Boarding at Can Tho at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
Departure downstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route.
Turning into Nicolai canal, towards the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers. Rest on the upper deck in a scenery of rice fields, sugar cane, woods on the near banks.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck or around the bar enjoying the sunset.The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor for the night on Mang Thit river.

Day 2

The boat departs at 6:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
The Bassac crosses Co Chien river then branches into Cho Lach canal for 30 minutes through the traffic of sand and rice barges, in a scenery of fruit drying facilities and wooden ship building yards.
Arrival in Cai Be, check-out and transfer to a rowing boat for a quiet visit through a small canal if the tide allows.
Rendez-vous with a local boat, which will take you to shore for a visit of Cai Be's handicraft.

End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cái Bè.

Please note you will leave the Bassac for good upon boarding the small boat for the last visit, typically about 8:30.
The details of the program and the visits may vary depending on logistics or technical constraints.

Some possible extensions before departure and after arrival

Cái Bè - Cần Thơ

Cái Bè, on the first day at noon

Boarding off Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river.
Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck.
The Bassac slips into the Chợ Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from Tra On for the night.

Day 2

The boat departs at 6:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
Arrival in Cần Thơ, transfer onto a local boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier.

End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cần Thơ.

Please note you will leave the Bassac for good upon boarding the small boat for the last visit, typically about 8:30.
The details of the program and the visits may vary depending on logistics or technical constraints.

Some possible extensions before departure and after arrival

prices and terms

Join in on these trips for US$267 per passenger (from 2), US$243 if you are four or more, or even US$230 if you are 14 or more. If you book now to board a trip departing tomorrow or on Thursday, you pay 20% ³ less.

See our availabilities: .

You may also rent a Bassac along these trips, and pay US$1,792 for the Bassac I or US$2,578 for a larger one, plus US$86 per passenger.

Departure is guaranteed as soon as the booking has been confirmed, and whatever the final number of passengers on board.

All the departures mentioned here describe the regularly scheduled routing of the Bassac. We may not be able to serve depending on the availabilities or if a chartered trip alters the schedule.

Longer trips

[picture] The Bassac III turning into the Cantho river, a tributary to the Bassac, the second branch of the Mekong

Between Cái Bè and Cần Thơ

Make the best of the smaller waterways and take a return trip across the delta, Cái Bè - Cần Thơ - Cái Bè, departing every day. The itinerary is retracing its steps, but at different times in the day, and as part of the trip is run at night, there is always something on the way back that you did not see on the way to. A loop also makes the road transfers shorter from/to Ho Chi Minh city.

Cái Bè - Cần Thơ - Cái Bè

Cái Bè, on the first day at noon

Boarding off Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river.
Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck.
The Bassac slips into the Chợ Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from Tra On for the night.

Day 2

The boat departs at 6:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
Arrival in Cần Thơ, transfer onto a local boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier by mid-morning.
Boarding at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, departure downstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route.
Turning into Nicolai canal, towards the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers. Rest on the upper deck in a scenery of rice fields, sugar cane, woods on the near banks.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck or around the bar enjoying the sunset.The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor for the night on Mang Thit river.

Day 3

The boat departs at 6:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
The Bassac crosses Co Chien river then branches into Cho Lach canal for 30 minutes through the traffic of sand and rice barges, in a scenery of fruit drying facilities and wooden ship building yards.
Arrival in Cai Be, check-out and transfer to a rowing boat for a quiet visit through a small canal if the tide allows.
Rendez-vous with a local boat, which will take you to shore for a visit of Cai Be's handicraft.

End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cái Bè.

Please note you will leave the Bassac for good upon boarding the small boat for the last visit, typically about 8:30.
The details of the program and the visits may vary depending on logistics or technical constraints.

Some possible extensions before departure and after arrival

We also offer regular extensions to our classic overnight trip across the Mekong, exploring Thốt Nốt, North of Cần Thơ and providing you with a glimpse of yet another ambiance: larger rivers and more floating fish farms. Join in on Cái Bè - Cần Thơ - Cần Thơ, departing twice a week, or Cần Thơ - Cần Thơ - Cái Bè, departing twice a week.

Cái Bè - Cần Thơ - Mang Thít - Cần Thơ

Cái Bè, on the first day at noon

Boarding off Cai Be at noon. Welcome drink, Introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins.
Departure towards Cho Lach on the Tien Giang river.
Lunch while en route. Rest on the deck.
The Bassac slips into the Chợ Lách canal, in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the river traffic, between markets and churches, a unique opportunity for a glimpse of the very varied life on the banks as well as on the water.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from Tra On for the night.

Day 2

The boat departs at 6:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
Arrival in Cần Thơ, transfer onto a local boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier by mid-morning.
Boarding at Can Tho at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, departure downstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route.
Turning into Nicolai canal, towards the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers. Rest on the upper deck in a scenery of rice fields, sugar cane, woods on the near banks.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from Tra On for the night.

Day 3

The boat departs at 06:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
Arrival in Cần Thơ, transfer onto a local boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier.

End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cần Thơ.

Please note you will leave the Bassac for good upon boarding the small boat for the last visit, typically about 8:30.
The details of the program and the visits may vary depending on logistics or technical constraints.

Some possible extensions before departure and after arrival

Cần Thơ - Mang Thít - Cần Thơ - Cái Bè

Cần Thơ, on the first day at noon

Boarding at Can Tho at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, introduction to the ship and crew, check into the cabins. Departure downstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route.
Turning into Nicolai canal, towards the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers. Rest on the upper deck in a scenery of rice fields, sugar cane, woods on the near banks.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck enjoying the sunset. The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor just downstream from Tra On for the night.

Day 2

The boat departs at 06:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
Arrival in Cần Thơ, transfer onto a local boat to visit the Cai Rang floating market, then a noodle factory and return to the Ninh Kieu pier by mid-morning.
Boarding at Ninh Kieu pier. Welcome drink, departure downstream of the Hau river. Lunch on board while en route.
Turning into Nicolai canal, towards the Mang Thit and Co Chien rivers. Rest on the upper deck in a scenery of rice fields, sugar cane, woods on the near banks.
By mid-afternoon, the Bassac casts anchor for a visit on shore: past the first tree line, quiet discovery of the peaceful life in the delta's countryside, of rice fields, fruit trees and the welcoming inhabitants, or, at your option, short cycling tour of the surrounding area.
Boarding back, complimentary drink as a welcome back on board. Rest on the deck or around the bar enjoying the sunset.The crew will serve dinner while the Bassac is cruising Mang Thit river.
The Bassac sets anchor for the night on Mang Thit river.

Day 3

The boat departs at 6:00AM then cruises towards Can Tho. The breakfast is available at 7:00AM.
The Bassac crosses Co Chien river then branches into Cho Lach canal for 30 minutes through the traffic of sand and rice barges, in a scenery of fruit drying facilities and wooden ship building yards.
Arrival in Cai Be, check-out and transfer to a rowing boat for a quiet visit through a small canal if the tide allows.
Rendez-vous with a local boat, which will take you to shore for a visit of Cai Be's handicraft.

End of services by mid-morning on shore at Cái Bè.

Please note you will leave the Bassac for good upon boarding the small boat for the last visit, typically about 8:30.
The details of the program and the visits may vary depending on logistics or technical constraints.

Some possible extensions before departure and after arrival

prices and terms

Join in for two nights on these trips for US$534 per passenger (from 2), US$486 if you are four or more, or even US$460 if you are 14 or more. If you book now to board tomorrow or on Thursday, you pay 20% ³ less.

You may also rent a Bassac along these trips, and pay US$3,304 for the Bassac I or US$4,741 for a larger Bassac II or III, plus US$173 per passenger.

Departure is guaranteed as soon as the booking has been confirmed, and whatever the final number of passengers on board.

All the departures mentioned here describe the regularly scheduled routing of the Bassac. We may not be able to serve depending on the availabilities or if a chartered trip alters the schedule.

Chartering a Bassac

[picture] The upper deck of the Bassac II at night, ready for dinner while cruising the Mekong near Caibe

Private trips

Make your journey on the Bassac a private experience.

Privatize a whole ship for your party along any scheduled overnight trip and pay only US$1,792 plus US$86 per passenger (Bassac I). For a party of 10, you pay only US$2,655 and for a party of 20, US$4,305 on board Bassac II or III, that is US$215 per passenger.

Chartering to wherever you want

Chartering gives you the freedom to take your party wherever you want, and spend the time cruising your preferred places.

Affordable: It is easy and affordable to charter a Bassac, and with our smaller and larger ships we can offer affordable trips to the smaller groups as well as host a party of up to 20 or 24 passengers on board one ship, or more on several ships.

You can design your own trip on our programs page.
Pick your daily ports of call and assess the possibility and the budget to go.

If you want to go to Cambodia, Cái Bè - Cần Thơ - Châu Đốc is a superb two-night journey that will take you to the heart of the Mekong delta and to the Cambodian frontier. It is possible to connect to Cambodia with a speedboat. We can make the arrangements for you. Or if you are coming from there, Châu Đốc - Cái Bè - Cần Thơ will take you from the largest Hậu Giang river through Sa Đéc and Cái Bè, then into the smaller waterways of Vĩnh Long to Cần Thơ, ending at the Cái Răng floating market.

Make sure you always tell us where you want to go so we help you devise the cruise of your dreams.

Site map & Footnotes

All offers on this page are valid until October 31st, 2022 unless specified otherwise. Please refer to our terms page for all the details. ↩︎
Departure is guaranteed as soon as the booking has been confirmed, and whatever the final number of passengers. All the departures described here describe the regularly scheduled routing of the Bassac. We may not be able to serve depending on the availabilities or if a chartered trip alters the schedule. ↩︎
We guarantee departure for all bookings except for late booking. We offer a 20% late booking rebate for all bookings within 48 hours of departure, but cannot guarantee availability or departure in case the ship would not have enough passengers. ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎