1.  Overview

Can Tho is a city in the Mekong Delta region of southern Vietnam. It is the largest city in the Mekong Delta and is a popular tourist destination. Can Tho is known for its floating markets, its fruit orchards, and its traditional canals. 

2. Activities

• Visit the floating markets: Can Tho is home to some of the largest and most popular floating markets in the world, such as Cai Rang Floating Market and Phong Dien Floating Market. You can take a boat tour of the markets and see the locals selling their fresh produce, fruits, and other goods.

• Visit the fruit orchards: Can Tho is known for its fruit orchards, which produce a variety of tropical fruits, such as durian, rambutan, and mangosteen. You can visit a fruit orchard and try some of the fresh fruits, or even pick your own. Some famous fruit orchards such as: Con Son Fruit Garden, An Phuoc plum garden,  My Khanh Fruit Garden,. Vam Xang Fruit Garden, etc

• Take a boat trip on the canals: Can Tho is criss-crossed by canals, which offer a unique way to see the city and its surroundings. You can take a boat trip on the canals and see the locals going about their daily lives.
• Visit the temples and pagodas: Can Tho is home to a number of temples and pagodas, which are a great way to learn about the local culture and religion. Some of the most popular temples and pagodas in Can Tho include the Ong Temple, the Nam Nha Pagoda, and the Phuoc Lam Pagoda.

3. Accommodation

Visitors can consider hotels in the city center or a riverside resort. For the most competitive accommodation booking rates and exclusive offers, get in touch with us.

4. Tips

• The ideal time to visit is in summer between May and August when orchards are harvested.

• Can Tho is known for its delicious food, which is a fusion of Vietnamese and Khmer cuisine. Some of the most popular dishes in Can Tho include banh xeo (Vietnamese pancakes), bun thit nuong (grilled pork with noodles), and hu tieu (rice noodles with broth).

• Depending on the time that you travel, you should prepare different clothes. You will be advised carefully when booking a tour with Asia Mystika.