Embark on a journey of a lifetime with Mekong tours travel to Hau Giang, and witness the beauty of the Mekong Delta in its most unspoiled form. This off-the-beaten-path destination has a lot in store for you, offering a rich cultural encounter, breathtaking beauty, and friendly communities. With a Mekong tour in Hau Giang, you can view the actual beauty of the Delta in 2 to 3 days, unspoiled and free of any commercialism and overcrowding that tourism brings. Get ready for a trip that will carve memories in your heart and give you a newfound regard for this amazing region!
Hau Giang, right in the heart of the Mekong Delta, is an off-the-beaten-track experience in an authentic, unspoiled environment, untouched and unexploited, but full of traditional life and traditions. With a Mekong tour, you will find idyllic fishing villages in peaceful riverbanks, where life unfolds at a relaxed pace. Located in vast paddy fields and untamed countryside, these villages offer a unique chance to observe and experience life traditionally, one that eludes most tourists.
A key attraction of Mekong tours travel to Hau Giang is seeing floating markets, and even these have yet to become part of most tour itineraries. Small and intimate, floating markets give a glimpse of a living economy, with fruits and homemade goods being sold directly off the boat by the vendor. It’s an in-person experience with part of the heartland of the Mekong Delta that conventional tourism cannot replicate.
In addition to nature, Hau Giang is also replete with culture. Tune in to the lyrical strains of traditional music like ca tru and don ca tai tu at festivals in the villages or impromptu performances. All these and the people’s warm hospitality make Mekong tours a richly rewarding experience in the essence of the Mekong Delta.
Hau Giang (Sours: dubaothoitiet)
6:00 AM – Nga Bay Floating Market
Our adventure begins with a visit to Hau Giang’s Nga Bay Floating Market, renowned for its lively trade in fresh fruits. Through its bustling trade in fruits, flowers, and produce, it’s a one-of-a-kind chance to see a day in the life of a local seller. While sailing through canals, you can see colorful boats selling everything from fruits grown in your area to locally made products. Don’t let an opportunity slip to interact with sellers and catch a glimpse of life at sea for them.
7:30 AM – Boat Ride Along the Canals of Long My District
After exploring, we will then board a boat and sail through Long My’s serene canals. Long My’s rural areas with their lush verdant beauty will unfold a breathtaking view. Stop at floating fruit stands with fruits including durian, rambutan, and mangoes. Haggling with the sellers, or even don traditional Vietnamese clothes for a memorable photograph opportunity!
10:00 AM – Visit to the Traditional Craft Village in Vinh Long District
Our next stop is a village in Vinh Long district that is renowned for its traditional crafts including woven mats and fishermen’s nets. Enjoy watching craftsmen in action creating these traditional items and don’t mind chatting with them and even attempting your creation of a souvenir to remember your journey with!
1:00 PM – Mekong River Cruise
Following a traditional lunch in a nearby restaurant, a leisure riverboat trip down the Mekong River will follow. As we make our way downriver, enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, with viewings of surrounding floating village life, lush mangroves, and rural river life at its best. Relaxing riverboat cruising is a perfect way to slow down in preparation for sunset.
Nga Bay Floating Market (Sours: https://th.trip)
7:00 AM – Breakfast at a Local Market in Can Tho
Begin the day with a traditional Vietnamese breakfast at Can Tho, including such foods as banh xeo (crispy pancake), banh tet (sticky rice cake), and grilled fish. Fresh produce is on display in the marketplace, and your guide will present the cultural history of these favorite foods.
9:00 AM – Cooking Class in Long My District
Following breakfast, a trip will be taken to a nearby cooking school in Long My for a hands-on cooking lesson. You will learn about preparing traditional Hau Giang dishes using ingredients locally produced. With guidance from experienced chefs, you will have a chance to prepare your meal for later, with traditional techniques and recipes handed down through generations.
1:00 PM – Visit to the Vinh Te Canal and Local Handicraft Villages
A boat trip to the Vinh Te Canal, a serene area renowned for its beauty and heritage, will be taken in the early afternoon. A visit will then be made to another village of local artisans, where traditional methods of weaving and making traditional fishermen’s tools are still practiced today. A chance to interact with these village artisans and get an intimate look at work in progress will be provided.
3:30 PM – Historic Sites in Long My and Vinh Long
Our afternoon will be filled with discovering Hau Giang’s rich cultural and historical heritage. We will explore a traditional temple in Long My and scattered communal houses in Vinh Long, through which we will have an insight into traditional rituals, ancient structures, and traditional celebrations in the region.
Vinh Te Canal (Sours: vemekong)
7:00 AM – Visit Tra Su Forest in Chau Thanh District
Our nature tour takes off with a journey to Chau Thanh District’s Tra Su Forest, famous for its lush cover and exotic fauna, including migratory birds, water lilies, and threatened flora, an ecotourism location not to miss in Chau Thanh District. Trek through the mangrove forests and behold the untouched beauty of the environment in the Mekong Delta.
11:00 AM – Scenic Boat Ride through the Mekong River in Hau Giang
We’ll take a boat ride down the picturesque Mekong River, cruising through peaceful rivers and narrow canals flanked by gently swaying coconut trees and paddy fields. Have a peaceful boat tour and enjoy an unspoiled view of the beauty of the region.
2:00 PM – Hidden Gems of Hau Giang: Visit Tranquil Rice Fields and Bac Lieu Wetlands
We will venture into Hau Giang’s less-traveled areas in the afternoon, such as its wide paddy fields and Bac Lieu wetland. These serene environments are perfect for relaxing and contemplating, and offer a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle of city living.
4:30 PM – Farewell to Hau Giang
As we end our tour, we’ll recall the indelible memories and beauty of Hau Giang that we’ve experienced together. You’ll leave with memories of the idyllic countryside, vibrant village markets, and bountiful cultures of this untouched treasure in the Mekong Delta region.
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Tra Su Forest (Sours: evivatour)
When preparing for your Mekong tours travel to Hau Giang, don’t forget to pack lightly, but with essentials. Due to its tropical climate, wear breathable attire, sunscreen, and a hat to protect your head and face from direct sunlight. Since most of your tour will include boat tours and a visit to a marketplace, wear comfortable shoes, such as flip-flop shoes with a secure sole when walking on wet floors. Don’t forget your camera, either, in case you’d like to capture the magnificent beauty of the Mekong Delta!
As you’ll have a lot of time outdoors, hydrate and take a refillable water bottle with you. In case you’re sensitive to mosquito bites, carry a bug repellent with you in your bag. For boat trips down the Mekong, a life vest is a good precaution, but most boat operators will have them for your use. Lock your private items, especially in crowded areas such as Nga Bay, one with a waterproof cover will serve best for keeping your valuables safe when taking boat trips.
Going to Hau Giang is easy and convenient, and can be accessed through nearby city tours with ease. Through a direct car ride or bus trip from Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), it will take 3 to 4 hours, depending on traffic, to reach Hau Giang. For a good view, a boat ride through Mekong Tours in Can Tho will provide a stunning view of the beauty of the river and how it winds its way towards Hau Giang. It’s just a 1.5-hour drive from Can Tho to the city proper of Hau Giang, and with good roads and a plethora of transportation, including private transfers and taxis, you will have no issue reaching your target destination.
Ready to unlock the secret charm of Hau Giang? With Mekong Tours Travel to Hau Giang, you’ll be absorbed in authentic Hau Giang life, cruise along serene rivers, taste delicious food, and have a nature getaway. Sail through floating markets, experience traditional handicrafts, and have a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of the Mekong Delta with Mekong Tours. Don’t let this passbook your tour and start your unforgettable experience today!
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