Can Tho Travel Guide
Located in the heart of Vietnam's Mekong Delta region is Can Tho, a relatively large city that forms that capital of the province of the same name. It boasts natural beauty and friendly locals.
- Worth It?
- Absolutely, Can Tho is an essential stop for anyone visiting this region of the country.
- What to Do
- take an overnight cruise to Cái Bè, sample the local cuisine, check out the markets.
- Best Time to Go
- the city is dry between December and April but the latter end of this period sees extreme temperatures.
- How Long?
- Up to three days is usually enough to get the most out of Can Tho
- Trivia
The city has a reputation for the friendliness of its residents and their welcoming approach towards visitors. Rice is among the city's main industries, with around half of Vietnam's total volume of rice being grown here and in other Mekong Delta destinations. The city also benefits from abundant fruit orchards that provide it with sweet treats such as mango, longan, jackfruit, pomelo and durian.
The city's floating markets are among its biggest attractions, presenting visitors with an authentic slice of local life as well as offering the opportunity to sample various edible delights and to purchase an array of locally produced goods.
Travel to Can Tho - Getting There
The journey by minibus from Ho Chi Minh City takes around 5 hours, with services leaving hourly from the western bus station. Alternatively, there are VIP coaches from the same station. Buses also connect Can Tho with Sóc Trăng, Châu Đốc, Rạch Giá, Cà Mau and Long Xuyen. The city also has its own airport and there are daily flights from Hanoi in the north of the country.
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