If you’re looking for some adventures filled with magnificent natural beauty and vibrant cultural experiences, My Tho Mekong Tour day reaches out to floating fishing villages. Our half-day tour has been specially organized to provide you with an overview of the colorful life along the mighty Mekong River: one of the most iconic waterways in the world.
A half-day visit to the floating fishing villages is designed to allow you to familiarize yourself with the unique way of life these locales live and make out their living on the My Tho Mekong Tour. You will have a view of the residents living and working on water, leaving you with a high degree of respect for their practices and strengths. It’s a full-day trip that not only offers a scenic getaway from beige concrete Ho Chi Minh City but also offers educational insight into the ecological and economic importance of the Mekong Delta.
Get ready for an adventurous day with loads of unique activities and unforgettable experiences. Here’s what you’re about to get in the My Tho Mekong Tour half day to visit floating fishing villages:
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The My Tho Mekong Tour half day to visit floating fishing villages is not just a sightseeing trip; it’s an exploration of the deep cultural roots and natural wonders of the Mekong Delta. The floating fishing villages showcase a unique lifestyle that has been sustained for generations. These communities are an integral part of the Delta’s ecosystem, relying on the river for their livelihood while maintaining traditions that have been passed down through the ages.
Con Lan, with its honey bee farm and fruit gardens, highlights the agricultural richness of the region. The traditional music and the taste of fresh fruits provide a sensory experience that connects you to the land and its people.
6:30 AM – 7:00 AM: Pick-up from hotels in Central District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
Up and at ’em! Our friendly guide will pick you up from your hotel in Central District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. En route to My Tho, you’ll see the early morning hustle and bustle of this busy city. Feel the excitement building as we leave the urban jungle behind and head toward the serene beauty of the Mekong Delta
9:30 AM: Arrival at My Tho Wharf
We arrive at the My Tho Wharf and embark on our awaiting motorboat. Step aboard and let the fun begin as you cruise along this majestic Tien River. The fresh river breeze and panoramic views just set the perfect tone for our journey
9:45 AM: Visit to Floating Fishing Villages
Floating Fishing Villages
First, we will visit the floating fishing villages, which are certainly one of the big highlights of the My Tho Mekong Tour half day to visit floating fishing villages. You’ll see here just how distinctive life is for the local fishermen who live and work on the water. We also take a glance at fish farms and how different ways of fish cultivation go about their work. This is an opportunity to draw near to the fishermen and observe their daily routines, even perhaps take a try at fishing yourself. Floating villages are so full of life: a stark example of how humanity learns to adapt to the rhythms of the Mekong
10:15 AM: Viewing of Rach Mieu Bridge
Viewing of Rach Mieu Bridge
Further down the cruise, we’ll pass under the imposing Rach Mieu Bridge. This cable-stayed bridge is not only an architectural feat but also a strategic passage connecting Tien Giang Province and Ben Tre Province. Our guide will be sharing with us some intriguing insights into its construction and significance. Don’t forget to snap some shots; this view could very well be just amazing
10:30 AM: Stop at Con Lan (Unicorn Island)
Unicorn Island
Next, we drop anchor at Con Lan, better known as Unicorn Island. This is an island full of greenery, famous for its honey bee farms. We will bring you to one of these farms to see the bees during working activities and taste some sweet honey tea as well. It is a lovely stop, with tranquility and the sweet aroma of honey filling up the air
11:00 AM: Electric Cart Ride to Fruit Garden
Fruit Garden
Take a quick trip in an electric cart to a very colorful fruit garden. You will sample various seasonal kinds of tropical fruits directly from the trees. Mangoes, dragon fruits, and longans: the flavors are fresh and delicious. In between eating the fruits you are serenaded by traditional music, Southern Vietnamese in origin, which provides a type of cultural twist
11:30 AM: Rowing Boat Experience through Small Canals
Time for a tranquil rowing boat ride! You will wind your way through narrow canals lined with water coconut trees and take in the serene scenery of the Mekong Delta. It’s an up-close experience that allows visitors to view the delta from another perspective and be far away from the noise of city life.
12:00 PM: Visit to Ben Tre
Visit to Ben Tre
We then head to Ben Tre, known as the “Vietnamese coconut island." Here, we’ll visit a local coconut candy workshop. Watch as skilled artisans demonstrate the process of making these sweet treats. From cracking open coconuts to wrapping the candies, you’ll see it all and get to taste some freshly made coconut candy a true delight!
12:30 PM: Lunch at a Local Restaurant
You should be hungry by now. Lunch will be provided at a local restaurant where you can experience some of the Mekong Delta’s specialties: fresh fish, juicy shrimps, and savory vegetables: a great treat for your taste buds. In the afternoon, you will have some free time to relax or take a casual bike ride through the village to enjoy the countryside scenery and see the daily life of the villagers.
2:00 PM: Return to My Tho Wharf
Of course, on the way to My Tho Wharf, stop at the Vinh Trang Pagoda. We are to pay a visit to the largest temple of Tien Giang province this stunning temple with an unusual mixed architectural style with beautiful and serene gardens. Our guide will enlighten us regarding the history and culture of this temple.
2:30 PM: Departure Back to Ho Chi Minh City
As our half-day, unforgettable My Tho Mekong Tour half day to visit floating fishing villages comes to an end, we drive by bus back to Ho Chi Minh City. Lean back and relax; think back on all the wonderful experiences of this day.
4:30 PM: End of Tour, Return to the Hotel
Finally, back in Ho Chi Minh City, check in at your hotel, we really hope you spent an unforgettable time on the My Tho Mekong Tour day to visit floating fishing villages Welcome again for another adventure
One of the most delightful things in the My Tho Mekong Tour half day to visit floating fishing villages is that one can buy local places’ specialties. There are perfect items for souvenirs to bring a piece of the Mekong Delta back home. Here are some must-buy items:
Vu Sua Lo Ren (Iron Forge Star Apple): Overview and Why It’s Special
Vu Sua Lo Ren, which means “Iron Forge Star Apple," is among the famous fruits originating from My Tho. This fruit has two things that make it extraordinary: special taste and form. It has a round shape with very thin skin thick cream flesh and a subtly sweet flavor. Not only does star apple taste good, but it’s also hugely full of vitamins and minerals to make this a healthy treat. It is symbolic of the rich lands and intensive farming methods practiced in the Mekong Delta
Mam Tom Cha (Fermented Shrimp Paste): Production Process and Culinary Use
Mam Tom Cha is the fermented shrimp paste, one of the fundamental ingredients in Vietnamese cuisine. This pungent paste is made from fresh shrimps: it undergoes a laborious process, wherein the shrimps are ground and sieved, mixed with spices, and then left to sun-dry for around 15 days. It becomes a really rich, umami-thick paste, best served with boiled pork, rice noodles, or with fresh vegetables. It is a yummy condiment, perfect as a souvenir for cook-enthusiasts or generally, anyone who has fun trying out new tastes.
Sau Rieng Ngu Hiep (Ngu Hiep Durian): Varieties and Taste Profile
Ngu Hiep Sau Rieng will surprise durian lovers. Originating from the great lands of My Tho, it has a rich and custardy texture with a distinctive fragrance. Its breeds include Ri6 and Chuong Bo. The fruit is golden-yellow in color and creamy in flavor, tasting sweetly bitter: just the way durian lovers want it. It’s an exotic and indulgent treat that makes for an unforgettable gift for adventurous palates
Man Hong Dao Trung Luong (Trung Luong Rose Apple): Types and Health Benefits
Man Hong Dao, or Trung Luong Rose Apple, is another exemplary fruit originating from My Tho. Known for its brilliant red color and crunchy, juicy pulp, it tastes irresistibly delicious with the addition of a great amount of vitamins and antioxidants that make it one of the healthiest snacks. There are two major varieties: Hong Dao Soc and Hong Dao Da; the former has practically the same sweetly acidic taste as the latter. Bringing home a bag of these apples shares in the tradition of My Tho’s agricultural heritage
Nhan Nhi Quy (Nhi Quy Longan): Seasonality and Unique Features
Nhan Nhi Quy, or Nhi Quy Longan, is the beloved fruit of My Tho, which is usually harvested in July and August. Compared with other longans, these have a thin outer skin, thick, clear flesh, and a small seed; sweet with florid flavor to an intense degree; refreshing beyond belief. The seasonal Nhan Nhi Quy would be fine for eating fresh or dried as a casual snack. It represents, as a gift, the seasonal abundance of the Mekong Delta
Mam Cong Go Cong (Fermented Field Crab Paste): Traditional Preparation and Dishes
In the list of Go Cong’s specialty dishes comes the Mam Cong—fermented field crab paste. Fresh crabs are cleaned, salted, and then left to ferment with spices. What one comes up with is a deeply flavored paste that one can enjoy with rice, vegetables, or as a dipping sauce. It’s a traditional delicacy capturing the very essence of the spirit of local culinary practices and would make an awesome gift item for any food enthusiast.
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Health and Safety Guidelines
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It should be testified that this My Tho Mekong Tour is half day to visit floating fishing villages and vividly offers a unique and enriching landscape of the Mekong Delta. This tour truly provides an experience from vibrant floating fishing villages to calm canals, wide fruit gardens, and traditional honey bee farms, capturing every moment in a way that allows for so much insight and appreciation about the region. Don’t forget to regularly follow our IMPRESS TRAVEL for more interesting information about traveling Mekong to and to book Mekong Tours at the best prices
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The Mekong River, the ‘Mother of Waters’, is the heart and soul of mainland South-East Asia. Millions of people depend on its waters. It’s a way of life, a home for the spirits, the defining element in the everlasting battle for survival, and the foundation and boundaries of cultures and kingdoms across eons. The river speaks of the past and the future, of the eternally recurring cycles of nature, of the people living upstream and downstream, of survival, beauty and danger.
Foreigners can’t appreciate the role of the river in the lives of those who live in the Mekong basin. It influences every aspect of their daily existence, shaping not only the land, but also the people themselves.
The Mekong Basin extends over 795,000km2. More than 70 million people, 55 million of which inhabit the watershed area lying within Laos, Thailand, Cambodia and Viet Nam, depend on the river and its tributaries for food, water and transport. At 4,350km, the Mekong is the longest river in Southeast Asia and the 12th longest in the world.
The river runs from its source deep in China’s Tsinghai Province through the eastern part of Tibet. From Yunnan province, it becomes the border between Myanmar and Laos, and between Laos and Thailand. From there it surges across Cambodia to Phnom Penh, where the Bassac River branches off. The two rivers continue to divide into nine outlets, the Cuu Long (Nine Dragons) of Vietnam’s Mekong Delta, and finally discharge into the East Sea. The river is navigable from the delta to Southern Laos, where massive waterfalls near the Cambodian border prevent boats from travelling further.
About nine-tenths of the people in the Lower Mekong Basin are engaged in agriculture, mostly rice production on a massive scale, for which irrigation from the Mekong River is essential. A substantial proportion is exported, thus providing the staple diet of a far greater number than just those living in the area.
The Mekong River is also very rich in fish, the single most important source of animal protein in the diet of people living in the Lower Mekong Basin.
What is included: Transfer, tour guide, hotel in Can Tho, lunch, entrance fee(s), boat trip in Cai Be
What is included: Transfer, tour guide, hotel breakfast, lunch, entrance fee(s), boat trip in Can Tho
| Hotels in Can Tho | ||
| Star | Hotel | Room Type |
| 3-Star hotel in Can Tho | Hau Giang Hotel | Superior |
| 4-Star hotel in Can Tho | Muong Thanh Hotel | Superior |
| 5-Star hotel in Can Tho | Victoria Hotel | Superior |
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