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MEKONG DELTA 1 DAY TOURS

WHEN: DAILY (But you are expected to book in advance due to the limited number of pax in the tour)

MEKONG DELTA – Cai Be Floating Market (Most Preferred)

GROUP SIZE (SMALL): Max 15 pax

PICK UP: 6:15 am – 6:30 am (the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).

RETURN: 17:30 pm

ROUTE:  HCMC – Cai Be – Tien Giang  – HCMC

Itinerary:
Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Depart for Cai Be by car/van via Trung Luong Express Highway.  On arrival in Cai Be, set off by motor boat to visit the Cai Be floating market and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on board their vessels. Visit a small family business to see how coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn are made. Then wander into the small villages and visit the orchard and fruit plantation, accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music.

Keep cruising to experience the charms of the Upper Mekong Delta, where you can immerse yourself in nature. Enjoy your cooking experience and learn how to prepare special Vietnamese dishes. Food cooked by yourself and fresh river food served in the heart of the garden. Relax in the hammocks to get back your energy.

Cycle around the village path with fruit orchards and bonsai garden. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Take a boat ride back to Cai Be and meet your bus for the trip back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Price: USD 50 / Pax
Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

• Inclusions: A/c van/bus sightseeing as per program, pick up and transfer (centrally located hotel in Dist1 , HCMC),; Mineral water, cool facial tissue, Boat trips in the Mekong delta, English speaking guide, all entrance fees, cooking class, bikes, meals as indicated in the program (L=Lunch).
• Exclusions: Travel insurance; Other meals not mentioned in the program; Personal costs & tips.

MEKONG DELTA – Ben Tre – Ham Luong

GROUP SIZE (SMALL): Max 15 pax

PICK UP: 7:30 am – 8:15 am (the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).

RETURN: 17:30 pm

ROUTE: HCMC – Ben Tre – HCMC

Itinerary:

Pick you up at your hotel and depart for Ben Tre. After arriving at Ham Luong dock, board the boat & cruise along Ham Luong River, a tributary to the Mekong River. The cool breeze from the river and lush tropical islands along its banks will immediately get you excited to explore all the great things ahead.

Arrive and visit various local workplaces to find many wonderful examples of how local people use ageless techniques to create their crafts, including activated charcoal, dried coconut, handy coconut husk brooms, and many family businesses using coir, or coconut fiber, to create amazing art.  Drive around the village roads by “Xe Lôi”, the local vehicle, which is a kind of motorized rickshaw. Do kayaking through the lush tropical canal.

Perfect your day with a delicious and filling lunch at a local host house.

Break time, treating yourself to a relaxing time to relish the beautiful countryside or cycling around the village.

Visit the local fruit plantation, enjoy seasonal fresh fruits, and spend time relaxing while being rowed in a small boat slowly through the natural canals to get a sense of how truly beautiful this area is.

Embark on the sampan and return to the dock. Travel back to Saigon. Complete your trip.

Price: USD 50 / Pax
Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

• Inclusions: A/c van/bus sightseeing as per program, pick up and transfer (centrally located hotel in Dist1 , HCMC), English speaking guide, local boat trip, local interaction, home hosted lunch, local bicycle/kayak, entrance fees.
• Exclusions: Drinks and meals where not mentioned in the tour price, travel insurance, personal expenses & tips, other services not mentioned in the tour price, Tax

MEKONG DELTA – My Tho – Ben Tre

PICK UP: 7:30 am – 8:15 am (the time of pick up depends on customer’s hotel/ accommodation’s exact position).

RETURN: 17:30 pm

ROUTE: HCMC – My Tho – Ben Tre – HCMC

Itinerary:

Leaving the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and start your trip to depart for My Tho, the town lies on the left side of the Mekong River. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19^th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking around the country lane and seeing orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, folk song music which performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Riding a hand-rowed sampan through Thoi Son canal and treat yourself in the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business, visit honey-bee farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at local restaurant. Break time.

In the afternoon, time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meet the local villagers to experience the local daily life in the Mekong delta. Hammock relaxing and enjoy cool breeze for those can’t join the cycling trip. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. End trip.

OPTION 1: Small Group – Max 15 pax

Price: USD 33 / Pax
Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

• Inclusions: A/c van/bus sightseeing as per program, pick up and transfer (centrally located hotel in Dist1 , HCMC), boat trip in the Mekong delta, English speaking guide, all entrance fees, local lunch with full-set menu.
• Exclusions: Other food and beverage not mentioned in the program, Personal expenses, travel insurance, tax & tip

OPTION 2: Large Group – Max 40 pax

Price: USD 19 / Pax

Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

• Inclusions: A/c van/bus sightseeing as per program, boat trip in the Mekong delta, English speaking guide, all entrance fees, local light lunch
• Exclusions: Other food and beverage not mentioned in the program, Personal expenses, travel insurance, tax & tip, pick up and transfer (centrally located hotel in Dist1, HCMC) – You will be advised to go to our office in Dist.1 on your own. Also, if you would like to order full-lunch, you will be charged a small supplement: USD 8/ Person

MEKONG DELTA 2 DAYS 1 NIGHT TOURS

Large Group Tour Budget Option

45 Pax Maximum

My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho Tour

Date: Daily group tour

Time:  start 8.00 – return 17.00

Route: HCM – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho – HCM ( start 8.00 – return 17.00 )

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho

Start from Ho Chi Minh City and depart for My Tho. After visiting Vinh Trang Pagoda, take a boat ride along the river viewing the stilt houses and the fruit plantations along the river bank. Proceed to Tortoise island and have lunch in the local restaurant. Enjoy a boat ride under the shadow of the water coconut trees to visit a family business which epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle. Then enjoy the seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea while listening to traditional music. Take a rowboat ride along the creeks. After taking a delightful walk through the fruit plantation and village, proceed to Can Tho. Have dinner (own expense) and overnight at your proposed hotel in Can Tho.

Day 2: Explore Cai Rang Floating Market – Ho Chi Minh City

Take an early morning boat trip to visit the Cai Rang Floating Market, a wholesale market of fruit and vegetable at its busiest time of the day. Keep cruising through the small channel system and visit a rice noodle making village. Break for lunch. Return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Price:

Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

Option 1: (2 Star Hotel) USD 45/ Person; Single supplement: USD 12/ Person
Option 2: (3 Star Hotel) USD 95/ Person; Single supplement: USD 20/ Person
Option 3: (Homestay – House shared with the locals) USD 55/ Person
Option 4: (Homestay – Private Bungalow): USD 58/ Person; Single supplement: USD 10/ Person

Inclusions:

• Group size: Max 45 Pax/ Persons
• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking tour guide
• All entrance fee
• Boat trip in Mekong Delta
• Mineral water (1 bottle per person/day)
• Accommodation based on two people sharing a twin or double room (Standard Hotels & Bungalow)
• Food:
  + Option 1: 1 Lunch Day 1 & 1 Breakfast Day 2
  + Option 2: 1 Breakfast Buffet & 2 Lunches
  + Option 3: 1 Lunch Day 1, 1 Dinner, and 1 Breakfast at Homestay
  + Option 4: 1 Lunch Day 1, 1 Dinner, and 1 Breakfast at Homestay

Note: Anyone who books Large Group Tour is recommended bring their foods and snacks 

Exclusions:

• Tax
• Travel insurance
• Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program
• Tips & personal expenses
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Saigon

Small Group Tour 

15 Pax Maximum

My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho Tour

Date: Daily group tour

Time:  start 7.30 – return 17.30

Route: HCM – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho – HCM

Day 1: HCMC – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho (L)

Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city and start the trip to My Tho. Upon arrival, visit Vinh Trang pagoda which sated back to the late 19th century. Then boarding the sampan and cruising down the river around the four beautiful islands known as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise islands.

Stop over at Unicorn Island, go walking in the village paths to contemplate orchards, enjoy tropical fruits, and Vietnamese folk music performed by the local people. Visit the fruit plantation.

Be rowed in a small sampan through the Thoi Son canal and treat yourself to the beauty of the countryside, visit the family business & bee-keeping farm, enjoy honey tea and coconut candy workshop.

Have lunch at the local restaurant. Break time.

The afternoon is time for cycling around the Tan Thach village, meeting the local people to experience their daily life in the Mekong Delta. Relaxing on hammocks to enjoy the cool breeze is for those do not want to join the cycling trip. Proceed to Can Tho City and overnight in Can Tho

Day 2: Can Tho – Cai Rang floating market – HCMC (B/L)

Breakfast at the hotel. Take a leisure boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River) then visit Cai Rang floating market which is the liveliest one in the whole of the region.

Walking trip to visit the fruit plantation and local noodle factory. Visit Binh Thuy communal house and Munir Ansay Pagoda – a Khmer pagoda, renowned for its unique structure.

Price:

Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

Option 1: (2 Star Hotel) USD 87/ Person; Single supplement: USD 15/ Person
Option 2: (3 Star Hotel) USD 97/ Person; Single supplement: USD 20/ Person
Option 3: (Homestay) USD 90/ Person; No single supplement

Inclusions:

• Group size: Max 15 Pax/ Persons
• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking tour guide
• Pick-up, Drop-off in your hotel (District 1)
• All entrance fee
• Boat trip in Mekong Delta
• Mineral water (1 bottle per person/day)
• Fruit, Honey tea
• Bicycle service
• Accommodation based on two people sharing a twin or double room (Standard Hotels & Bungalow)
• Food:
  + Option 1: 1 Breakfast & 2 Main Meals
  + Option 2: 1 Breakfast & 2 Main Meals
  + Option 3: 1 Breakfast & 3 Main Meals

Exclusions:

• Tax
• Travel insurance
• Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program
• Tips & personal expenses

Cai Be – Can Tho Tour

Date: Departure Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday only

Pick up: 6:00am – 6:30am

Return: 17:30pm

Route: HCMC – Cai Be – Can Tho – HCMC

Itinerary:

Day 1: HCMC – Cai Be – Can Tho (L)

Pick up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city. Depart for Cai Be by car/van via Trung Luong Expressway. On arrival in Cai Be, set off for the Cai Be floating market by motor boats and watch the locals trading fruit and many other commodities on their vessels. Visit a small family business to see how coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn are made. Then wander in small villages, visit fruit plantations, accompanied by traditional southern Vietnamese folk music.

Afterward, paddling through a series of small canals to experience the charm of the Upper Mekong Delta. Arrive in Tan Phong Island, the green pearl where you can enjoy yourself with nature.

Lunchtime is a good chance to get closer to the local and you will learn how to prepare special Vietnamese dishes. Food is cooked by yourself, and fresh river food is served in the heart of the garden.

Cycle in the village path through orchards. Meet the local islanders to learn more about the local daily life in the Mekong Delta. Transfer to Can Tho. Overnight at hotel/homestay in Can Tho.

Day 2: Can Tho – Cai Rang floating market – HCMC (B/L)

After breakfast at the hotel/homestay in the early morning, take a leisure boat trip to explore the picturesque tributaries of the Lower Mekong River (Bassac River) then visit Cai Rang floating market which is the liveliest one in the whole of the region.

Walking trip to visit the fruit plantation and local noodle factory.

Visit Binh Thuy communal house and Munir Ansay Pagoda – a Khmer pagoda, renowned for its unique structure.

Have lunch and return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Price:

Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

Option 1: (2 Star Hotel) USD 117/ Person; Single supplement: USD 15/ Person
Option 2: (3 Star Hotel) USD 125/ Person; Single supplement: USD 20/ Person
Option 3: (Homestay) USD 120/ Person; No single supplement

Inclusions:

• Group size: Max 15 Pax/ Persons
• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking tour guide
• Pick-up, Drop-off in your hotel (District 1)
• All entrance fee
• Boat trip in Mekong Delta
• Mineral water (1 bottle per person/day)
• Fruit, Honey tea
• Bicycle service
• Accommodation based on two people sharing a twin or double room (Standard Hotels & Bungalow)
• Food:
  + Option 1: 1 Breakfast & 2 Main Meals
  + Option 2: 1 Breakfast & 2 Main Meals
  + Option 3: 1 Breakfast & 3 Main Meals

Exclusions:

• Tax
• Travel insurance
• Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program
• Tips & personal expenses

Nam Cat Tien National Park Tour

Date: Daily departure

Route: HCMC – Dong Nai – Cat Tien National Park

Pick up: 7:00am

Drop off: 16:30pm – 17:00pm                                                                                   

Itinerary:

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY – CAT TIEN NATIONAL PARK (L/D)

Pick up at your hotel and depart for Cat Tien. Follow the National Highway 20 to a mountainous area full of roadside plantations of rubber and green coffee. A short and smooth 150km bus drive takes you to an extinct volcanic crater, known as Lava Tubes. Cross the Dong Nai River to Cat Tien National Park and begin your wildlife experience. Go trekking into the forest & Giant Tung Tree, inclusive of picnic lunch and hammock rest. Visit Bear and Wildlife Rescue Center.

In the late afternoon, it’s time for chilling out at Jungle Lodge’s swimming pool and biking around Nam Cat Tien village to explore the local life.

DAY 2: CAT TIEN – HO CHI MINH CITY (B/L)

Wake up & take an early boat trip down Dong Nai River to enjoy the most beautiful moment of nature in the village and Cat Tien National park surrounding area.

Breakfast is ready to your day. Visit Dao Tien Endangered Primate Species centre where the people here specialize in the rescue, rehabilitation and release of endangered primates naturally found in the surrounding region, and resident primates have all been victims of the illegal wildlife trade.

Have lunch and trip back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Price:

Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

Option 1: (Farmstay) USD 195/ Person
Option 2: (Jungle Lodge) USD 215/ Person

Inclusions:

• Group size: Max 15 Pax/ Persons
• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking tour guide
• Pick-up, Drop-off in your hotel (District 1)
• All entrance fee
• Boat trip in Mekong Delta
• Mineral water (1 bottle per person/day)
• Fruit, Honey tea
• Bicycle service
• Accommodation based on two people sharing a twin or double room
• Food: 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner, 1 Breakfast

Exclusions:

• Tax
• Travel insurance
• Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program
• Tips & personal expenses

MEKONG DELTA 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS TOURS

Large Group Tour Budget Option

45 Pax Maximum

Date: Daily group tour

Time:  start 8.00

Route: HCM – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho – Chau Doc– HCMC/ Cambodia

Itinerary:

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City – My Tho – Ben Tre – Can Tho

Start from Ho Chi Minh City and depart for My Tho and visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda. Then, take a boat along the river to see the typical stilt houses and fruit plantations of the area. Proceed to Tortoise Island and enjoy lunch in a local restaurant. Continue by boat under the shade of the water coconut trees and visit a family business that epitomizes the idyllic rural lifestyle. Take a row-boat along the creeks, and then stroll through the fruit plantations and village. Continue to Can Tho for your overnight stay.

Day 2: Cai Rang Floating Market – Tra Su Sanctuary – Chau Doc

Start with an early morning boat trip to Cai Rang Floating Market and marvel at the mounds of fruit and vegetables on display as you experience the market at its busiest time of day. Cruise through the small channels to visit a rice noodle making village, and then break for lunch. Proceed to Chau Doc and venture into the Tra Su Cajuput Forest to visit a wild bird sanctuary. Discover the diversity of the splendid canals deep in the forest as you look for storks, cranes and other tropical birds. Return to Chau Doc to check in to your overnight accommodation.

Day 3: Chau Doc – Ho Chi Minh City/ Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Option 1: Back Ho Chi Minh City

Following breakfast in the early morning, go for a short walk before pick-up at the river bank. Journey to the fish farms and floating village of the Cham community, before taking the bus to back Ho Chi Minh City. End your trip.

Option2: Exit to Phnom Penh

Following breakfast in the early morning, go for a short walk before pick-up at the river bank. Journey to the fish farms before traveling by speed boat to Phnom Penh, where your tour ends. Departure 7:30am- arrival 13:30. Drop off Sisowath Port (in the Center). A supplement (USD 25/ Pax) will be charged if you book this option.

Price: 

Special discount up to 5% for Early Birds, Group Tours, or Repeat Booking (Please claim your discount at time of Booking)

Option 1: (2 Star Hotel) USD 85/ Person; Single supplement: USD 25/ Person
Option 2: (1N Homestay – House shared with the locals; 1N Hotel 2 Star) USD 95/ Person; Single supplement: USD 10/ Person
Option 3: (1N Homestay – Private Bungalow; 1N Hotel 2 Star) USD 102/ Person; Single supplement: USD 20/ Person

Inclusions:

• Group size: Max 45 Pax/ Persons
• Transportation by air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking tour guide
• All entrance fee
• Mineral water (1 bottle per person/day)
• Accommodation based on two people sharing a twin or double room (Standard Hotels & Bungalow)
• Food:
  + Option 1: 1 Lunch Day 1 & 2 Breakfasts Day 2
  + Option 2: 1 Lunch Day 1, 1 Dinner Day 1, & 2 Breakfasts at Homestay and Hotel
  + Option 3: 1 Lunch Day 1, 1 Dinner Day 1, & 2 Breakfasts at Homestay and Hotel

Note: Anyone who books Large Group Tour is recommended bring their foods and snacks 

Exclusions:

• Tax
• Travel insurance
• Food & Beverage not mentioned in the program
• Tips & personal expenses
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Saigon

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After picking up their ancestors’ manes and taking them home from pagodas, Khmer people plait rafts with banana trunks displayed with loads of offerings of all kinds and let them float along some canals or rivers close by. If you ever have a chance to visit this community during this occasion, you are definitely welcomed with open arms. According to Khmer people, guests are considered as passengers appointed by their ancestors to visit their families.

Apart from the ritual mentioned above, ox racing is another activity that should be taken into account. A flat and wide piece of land covered with a low water level will be chosen, with 200 meters in length and 100 meters in width. Afterwards, they turn over the soil for a few times, so it can get muddy and encompass the zone with hedges. The end of the race is designed with a space behind keeping a safe distance for these racers. Two flags, one in blue and one in red, are plugged 5 meters away from each other at the starting and ending line. Your pair of ox is supposed to start and finish at the flag with the same color.

During the race, if any pair happens to fall out of the line, it is going to be disqualified. In case the pair of ox behind fortunately steps over the plough of the ox in front, it will be claimed as the winner. However, the commanders ought to stand firmly in order not to fall off, which is declared as losers.

At the crack of dawn, plenty of people all gather at the racecourse. Even for those who live many miles away, they still bring kitchen accessories along just for cooking and watching at the same time.

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On traveling to Vietnam, visitors will definitely be amazed by the epic beauty of long blue seashore and mountainous villages. Coming to Phan Thiet, visitors have a chance to admire the rich traditions of local fishing villages and dive into the fresh ocean water. Phan Thiet has many interesting places to go and activities to enjoy as it is one of the hotspots for foreigners.

Visit Fairy Stream (Suối Tiên)

Fairy Stream is one of the hidden wonders in Phan Thiet. Along two sides of the stream are red sand dunes, bamboo forests, and strangely-structured formed white rocks. The stream is ankle-deep and no more than knee-deep even in its deepest parts. Adventurous visitors can also climb to the top of the sand dunes and pitted rock formations, both of which offer spectacular views of red-hued waters and complex stalagmites.  For people who feel hungry, there are several food stalls along the way, whereas bars and big restaurants are located upstream.

Address: Huynh Thuc Khang, Ham Tien, Phan Thiet – Mui Ne

Take a Motorbike Tour

Believe me or not, this is one of the top rated outdoor activities in Vietnam for many reasons. Firstly, travelers have a chance to make friends with locals since their rider will be an excellent Vietnamese tour guide who speaks English fluently and knows everything about Vietnam. Secondly, travelers will be driven through Phan Thiet- Mui Ne on a fancy motorbike for as long as you want and the drivers will take you to tourist attractions you want to go and explain things to you if you do not know. Thirdly, the registration for a tour like this is super- easy. You just have to go to their website and make an appointment. On the following days, the tour operator will send you emails as to confirm your registration and appoint you a rider. All you have to do next is to choose the location where you want the rider to pick you up, the length of the tour, etc. The process is easy and convenient. Last but not least, the rider will do everything to guarantee your safety during the trip. 

Join Surfing, Windsurfing, and Kitesurfing

Mui Ne Beach draws wind sports worshippers from around the world due to its consistent cross onshore winds. On average it has over 200 days a year with winds of more than 13 MPH. The best for windsurfing and kitesurfing time is from October to the end of March and peak time is in December and January when you’ll see a flurry of activity along the entire shoreline. A stack of kitesurfing schools offer lessons to beginners.

Here is a list of kitesurfing schools in Mui Ne:

1. WindChimes International Kitesurfing School
2. C2Sky Kitesurfing Vietnam
3. Surfpoint Kiteboarding School
4. Kitesurf Vietnam
5. Vietnam Kiteboarding School
6. KITENAM – Vietnam Kite | Surf Club
7. Mr Lee Kitesurfing School
8. MANTA Sail Training Centre
9. Flyboard Mui Ne Kiteboarding School
10. Sankara Kitesurfing Academy
11. Kite-N-Surf
12. Africa Surf & Kite Test Center
13. Source Kiteboarding
14. Adi Kites
15. WillyWillySchool
16. RIDS
17. Sailing Club Kite School
18. Vetratoria Vietnam
19. Kitesurf Mui Ne Village
20. Kite Family
21. Kite With Me – Kite & Surf School

Discover the Beaches and Sand Dunes

Mui Ne, Phan Thiet is famous for the beautiful beaches and extraordinary sand dunes. Besides Mui Ne Beach, Phan Thiet also offers Hon Rom ( Hòn Rơm) beach. It stretches along the Red Sand Dunes and often serves as a harbor for fishermen. It is not regarded as a suitable place to swim since sometimes some dangerous strong tides appear. Đồi Hồng – Red Sane Dune (close to Hon Rom) and Đồi cát Trắng – White Sand Dune (24 kilometers northeast away) are the great sand dunes in Mui Ne. They are both wonderful places when it comes to sandboarding. The renting board price ranges from 10 000 to 50 000 VND depending on the time when you visit (the more crowded the place i and your ability to bargain.

Explore Po Sah Inu Tower

Po Sah Nu (in Phu Hai, Phan Thiet) is one of the most important relics of Cham culture in Vietnam. It is famous for its Cham artistic style and cultural activities are held at this place to worship. In 8th and 9th century, Po Sah Inu was used as a place to worship Shiva- one of the deities of Hinduism. In 15th century, this place was also used to worship Princess Po Sah Inu, and there were 2 other towers used to worship Linga and Yoni. In 1991, Poshanu Cham Tower was recognized as national architectural and artistic monument.

Phan Thiet- Mui Ne is one of the most favourite spots for cultural exploration and outdoor activities in Vietnam. It is recommended for visitors to wear their most comfortable clothes as they sometimes need to climb up and down the hills and the weather can be extremely hot, especially in the mid- summer.

The locals are welcoming, culture is unique, activities are interesting,e tc. So why don’t you pack your bag and go to Phan Thiet now?

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Can Gio Mangrove Forest

During the war, Can Gio mangrove forest was an ideal place to hide from the attacks of the enemies, which sadly led to the American dropping a huge amount of dioxins on the area and significantly damaging the forest, in an attempt to maintain control. Moreover, the forest is dense and used to be filled with a lot of dangerous animals such as tigers and crocodiles. Now the forest has recovered and is protected by the government and international law. With over 2000 years old, Can Gio mangrove forest contains a high degree of biodiversity, including nearly 160 flora species, 137 fish species, over 700 spineless species and 40 vertebrate animal species. As a result, Can Gio is the first mangrove forest in Vietnam to be admitted to the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by UNESCO in January 2000.

Motor boat rent fee: 500000 VND / 8 people

Rung Sac Military Base 

"Sác" is a Nôm word - a former logographic writing system of the Vietnamese language for mangrove forests on muddy beaches. With an area of 710km, this forest was built as an important base in the anti-French and anti-American resistance of our people since the area has very special natural conditions. Nowadays, Rung Sac Base has become a famous place, attracting tourists to visit. To get inside Sac Forest (Rung Sac), you will have to take a canoe to cross through the Mangrove Forest (as in the picture above).

BEACHES

The southern side of Can Gio faces the sea, which creates a 10km-long beach front. The water here is quite shallow, and a walk far from the shore would be interesting. From the beach, the hills of VungTau are also visible on clear days.

Can Gio has 3 beaches: 30/4 beach, Can Thanh beach and Thot Not beach, all of which are easily accessible and are great places to enjoy the cool sea breeze. If you want to sit in a beach chair there, you have to pay for the seat. The price varies from 10 000 - 25 000 VND depending on the type of chairs.  

30/4 Beach

30/4 Beach is the most popular beach in Can Gio as when most people refer to Can Gio's beach, they are mentioning 30/4 beach. It has broad sandy seashore with some restaurants and hotels along.

Vam Sat Salt-marsh Forest Ecological Tourist Zone

Since its inauguration in 2000, Vam Sat tourist zone - Khu Du Lịch Vàm Sát has attracted many visitors’ interest with its artistic natural scenery. You can explore Bat Swamp to fish for crab or spot for bats hanging on tree branches. Giant pincers of crabs with succulent meat will add more flavors to your meals. The Bird Sanctuary here is home to more than 20,000 birds of 26 species, some of which are in the “Red data list” such as purple heron. There is also a crocodile farm where you can take a boat tour and join one of the most fearless activities: toss fish to the hungry reptiles.

Website: http://vamsat.vn/ (Vietnamese, English, Japanese)
Address: 15A Group, Ly Nhon commune, Can Gio District, HCMC
Tel: (+84) 9 3889 4008  –  (+84) 8 3887 6169
Admission prices: 35000 VND / Free for children under 6

Monkey Island

Monkey Island is one of the most attractive destinations in Can Gio which has more than 1,000 bold and astute monkeys of many different species. This is a very interesting place but you have to be careful with the monkeys. They are very naughty, usually rob food and belongings of tourists. Therefore, remember to keep a firm hold on your possessions. 

Address: Long Hoa commune, Can Gio District, HCMC
Opening hours: 8:00 am to 6:00 pm (From Monday to Sunday)
Admission price: 30000 VND / adult/ weekday
35000 VND / adult/weekend

Hang Duong Market

Hang Duong market (Chợ Hàng Dương) is famous for cheap yet fresh seafood and you can also enjoy delicious seafood dishes on the spot. This market always attracts such great attention of local people and visitors from many places, mainly from Saigon.

 

Address: Thanh Thoi Street, Long Hoa Commune, Can Gio District, HCMC
Opening hours: 5:00 am to 9:00 pm (From Monday to Sunday)

Whale Mausoleum

Whale is a sacred animal in Vietnam and people usually worship them in mausoleums or temples. This mausoleum displays a 17m-long skeleton of a whale which drifted ashore in 1971. Every year, on the fifteenth of lunar August, people of Can Gio celebrate ‘Nghinh ông Thủy Tướng’ festival - Whale Worship Festival with many traditional customs about praying for good weather, hoping fishermen to go to work well. You should definitely come here and take part in this folk tradition.

Address: An Thoi Dong commune, Can Gio district, HCMC

Can Gio Park

Can Gio park is in Can Thanh town. At night, you can see Ha Long Road, Thuy Van of Vung Tau with sparkling lights.

Thanh An Island

Located east of HCMC separated from Can Gio District, the offshore commune of Thanh An - Thạnh An was once considered an important gateway of the former Saigon – Gia Dinh. The residents here earn their living from mainly fishing, salt-making and oyster farming. That is why there is a large salt-making area in Thieng Lieng hamlet which covers more than 400ha. Thanh An Island is also home to some species of mangroves. In addition to delving into the peaceful life of fishermen around the island, you can take part in kayaking activities to explore the mangrove ecosystem, go fishing and witness them catching seafood. And undoubtedly, the seafood here is really fresh as they are sold right after being taken from the fishing boat. However, at the moment, there are no hotels or motels on the island, so if you want to explore Thanh An island overnight, you can only stay at the locals’ homes or rent a boat to rest.
To reach Thanh An from Can Gio, you can take a boat. From the center of Can Thanh town, drive to Can Thanh ferry. There are 4 main trips at 6 am, 12 pm from the land and 2 pm and 5 pm from the island. Price per turn is 10,000VND and travel time is about 1 hour.

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1. Have a drink by the quay

Spend a couple of hours like a local and enjoy fresh fruit smoothies or a traditional Vietnamese coffee. Sit back, relax and watch the hustle and bustle of Ninh Kieu Quay unfold before you. Amavo Cafe is a modern, sleek cafe with a view of the quay, while Kim Tho Cafe offers a rooftop view of the city centre.

Address:
Amavo Cafe: 16 Nguyen Thai Hoc Street, Ninh Kieu District
Kim Tho Cafe: 1 Ngo Gia Tu Street, Ninh Kieu District

2. Visit the night market

Night markets are a great place to buy some interesting souvenirs, as well as to experience the time-honored tradition of haggling. They also contain some of the most delicious (and cheapest!) food stalls around, so if you are looking for a taste of Southern Vietnamese cuisine, the night markets have that covered. A few markets worth a visit are the New Can Tho Market, An Binh Market, as well as the stalls on 30/4 Street and Mau Than Street.

Address:
New Can Tho Market: Hai Ba Trung Street, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District
An Binh Market: Roundabout, An Binh Ward, Ninh Kieu District

3. Mingle with the locals

Can Tho is full of friendly people, so why not go out and have some fun? Bars and pubs are not common here, but are all high-quality establishments. For a nightclubbing experience, XK Club, King Beer Club and V18 Club are jam-packed with young locals, while Iris Sky Bar has some delicious mixed drinks wịth a touch of Mekong Delta flavors, and arguably the best view of the city.

Address:
XK Club: 108B Tran Van Kheo Street, Ninh Kieu District
King Beer Club: 27 Le Loi Street, Cai Khe Ward, Ninh Kieu District
V18 Club: 18 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ninh Kieu District
Iris Sky Bar:  Rooftop, Iris Hotel, 224 30/4 Street, Xuan Khanh Ward, Ninh Kieu District

4. Take a dinner cruise

Let a sampan take you around Can Tho as you take in the sights of the bright lights and beautiful colors of this city. Then, stop at Sao Hom Restaurant, one of the most famous dining establishment in Can Tho for an authentic Vietnamese dinner. A wonderful experience all around, and definitely something you must try when you are in this city.

Address:
TransMekong Tours: 144 Hai Ba Trung Street, Ninh Kieu District
Website: http://9dragons.mekong-delta.com/en/2_mystic/7_dinner

5. Go on a food tour

Can Tho is a city filled with good food, a place where the old intertwines with the new. What better way to explore it than on the back of a motorbike? Hop on a bike with a local guide as they take you around some of the city centre’s hidden street food gems, from fresh nem nuong to local beer and more. Guaranteed to satisfy you in every way. (It’s also super cheap, so the cost isn’t a problem)

Address: Mekong Tours: 93 Mau Than Street, Xuan Khanh Quarter, Ninh Kieu District
Website: http://mekongtours.info/cantho-food-tour/

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BUDGET

1. Hotel Xoai
Ranked the fifth best hotel on TripAdvisor, Hotel Xoai is a cheap hotel that definitely punches above its weight. The bright yellow-painted rooms are comfortable, and offer decent amenities. The hotel also has a rooftop terrace and bar overlooking the city centre, and is only a 10-minute walk from Ninh Kieu Quay.

Address: 93 Mau Than Str., Xuan Khanh Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Telephone: +84 907 65 29 27
Website: http://hotelxoai.com/
Prices: Single rooms are from 240000 VND a night, double rooms are from 330000 VND.

 

2. Nam Mon Hotel
An affordable hotel that’s anything but cheap on style, Nam Mon Hotel is one of Can Tho’s finest. Rooms are spacious and well-fitted with modern equipment, and Nam Mon also has “Local Ambassadors” who are willing to help you plan your trip around Can Tho.

Address: C233/4 Nguyen Van Linh Street, Hung Loi Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Telephone: (+84 710) 6250 866
Website: http://www.nammonhotel.com/
Prices: Rooms are from 340000 VND a night.

 

3. Mekong Delta Inn
Not a hotel, but a hostel. You’ll be sharing a room (and bathroom) with others, so if you want more privacy, the Inn is not for you. The beds are comfortable, lockers are spacious and most of the clientele are tourists from all over the world. If you are looking to make new friends during your travel, the Mekong Delta Inn is exactly what you need.

Address: 175A Nguyen Van Cu Street, An Hoa Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Telephone: +84 123 456 1758
Website: https://www.facebook.com/mekongdeltainn/
Prices: single bed 140000 VND/night.

 

4. Huynh Lac Hotel
A homely 2-star hotel close to the quay, Huynh Lac Hotel is an ideal spot to begin your journey in Can Tho. Close to major tourist destinations in the city such as Luu Huu Phuoc Park and Can Tho Market, Huynh Lac is also well-equipped and tidy, for your accommodation needs. A cheap hotel that’s anything but cheap.
Address: 56-56 Bis Nam Ky Khoi Nghia Street, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Website: www.huynhlaccanthohotel.com
Prices: rooms from 260000 VND/night.

MIDRANGE

5. Kim Tho Hotel
A respectable 3-star establishment, Kim Tho Hotel offers large, extremely comfortable rooms, with the newest amenities. The hotel also has a Spa and Jacuzzi on the 10th floor, and a beautiful rooftop bar with a scenic view of the bustling Ninh Kieu Quay.

Address: 1A Ngo Gia Tu Street, Tan An Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Telephone: (+84 710) 381 7517
Website: http://www.kimtho.com
Prices: single rooms from $45/night, double rooms from $60/night

6. Iris Hotel
Located near Ninh Kieu Quay, Iris Hotel is a grand and dazzling hotel with an exciting night scene. All rooms feature modern facilities, and the hotel also offers a large array of services. Relieve some stress in the karaoke rooms, enjoy a relaxing massage, or have a delicious Ca Phe (Cafe) Sua Da in the coffee lounge.

Address: 224 30/4 Street, Xuan Khanh Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Telephone: (+84 710) 368 6969
Website: http://www.irishotelcantho.vn/home.html
Prices: single rooms from $35/night, double rooms from $40/night

UPSCALE

 

7. Muong Thanh Hotel
One of the city’s rare luxury hotels, Muong Thanh Hotel is an accomodation for those who crave for the finest. With luxurious rooms that offer a dazzling view of the city centre, Muong Thanh is the home away from home. Feast on Mekong Delta cuisine in at Vien An Restaurant, or share a margarita or two with your friends at the bar.

Address: Area E1, Cai Khe River Islet, Cai Khe Ward, Ninh Kieu District
Telephone: (+84 710) 368 8888
Website: http://luxurycamau.muongthanh.com/
Prices: twin beds and king beds are from $53/night, triple beds are from $65/night

8. Victoria Resort
A charming blend of colonial architecture and the rustic beauty of the Hau River, Victoria Resort is a paradise far from the hustle of the city. Considered by many to be the best accommodation in Can Tho, Victoria is suited for those looking for peace and tranquility during their stay in the Western Capital. With a wide range of leisure activities, as well as daily tour offers to the city and surrounding provinces, Victoria Resort is the ultimate in relaxation and exploration.

Website: https://www.victoriahotels.asia/en/overview-cantho
Prices: Rooms w/o balcony from $142/night, rooms with balcony from $150/night, suites from $198/night

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1. Bánh Cống

A deep-fried pastry filled with meat and shrimp, Bánh Cống is a popular dish with the locals. Roll it up with some fresh greens and dip in a mixed dipping sauce made from fish sauce, sugar, garlic and fresh chilli peppers. It is a hearty and filling, yet fresh and vibrant flavor combination in your mouth - one you never knew you wanted. Bánh Cống Cô Út is regarded as the place to go for Bánh Cống in Cần Thơ.

Address: Bánh Cống Cô Út: 86/38 Lý Tự Trọng Str, Tân An Ward, Ninh Kiều District

 

2. Bánh Tét Lá Cẩm

An interesting twist on the regular Banh Tet, Bánh Tét Lá Cẩm is rolled with magenta leaves, resulting in a purple color on the cake. Bánh Tét Lá Cẩm’s filling is well-marinated pork, and salted duck eggs (yep, salted duck eggs). One bite, and you get the sweet taste of glutinous rice, the succulent pork and the strong and tasty salted egg. Bánh Tét Lá Cẩm made by the Huỳnh family is regarded as the best in Cần Thơ, and it is available at markets such as Xuân Khánh or An Thới Market.

Address: Xuân Khánh Market: 30/4 Street, Xuân Khánh Ward, Ninh Kiều District

3. Lẩu

Ah yes, hotpot. The delicious broth-based dish is considered one of Vietnam’s hidden culinary gems, and many provinces have their own creations on the broth base - so diverse in style, in fact, that it would be unfair to group them under one name. Cần Thơ is no exception. With an abundance of greens, and river-dwelling creatures, the hotpots that are a specialty of this region are all fresh and flavor-packed. The alley on 1 Lý Tự Trọng offers some hotpots that locals love such as Lẩu Cá Kèo (hotpot with mudskipper fish), Lẩu Thái (spicy Thai-styled hot pot), or Lẩu Vịt Nấu Chao (duck and bean curd hot pot) while Lẩu Mắm (Fermented fish paste hot pot) at Dạ Lý restaurant comes with nearly 40 types of fresh vegetables.

Address: Alleyway, 1 Lý Tự Trọng Str, Ninh Kiều District (next to Lưu Hữu Phước Park)

4. Nem Nướng Cần Thơ

Nem Nướng, or grilled pork rolls, are a staple of Vietnamese cuisine. And here in Cần Thơ, locals are proud to say that they have their own version of the dish. The pork rolls are rolled with some banh hoi (bundled rice vermicelli) and vegetables into a sheet of banh trang (rice paper), and then dipped in a soy-based sauce. Natives and expats gobble it up, and you will too. Nem Nướng Thanh Vân has long been regarded as the best place for nem Nướng in the city, and a favorite destination for tourists who are looking for delicious nem.
Address: Nem Nướng Thanh Vân: 17 Hòa Bình Boulevard, Ninh Kiều District

Bánh Tầm Phạm Ngũ Lão: Alleyway, 2 Phạm Ngũ Lão Street, Ninh Kiều District

6. Chuối Nếp Nướng

A homely, simple, yet ever so decadent snack from the country, Chuối Nếp Nướng in Cần Thơ has its own little twist. Fresh bananas are coated with a layer of glutinous rice, and then grilled over a hot coal stove, then served with coconut milk for a scrumptious bite. What is the twist here? The Chuối Nướng in Cần Thơ does not have coconut milk! No, it is mixed into the glutinous rice, creating a smoky and succulent flavor, and it is also less messy! Visit the corner of Trương Định and Xô Viết Nghệ Tĩnh Street for some Chuối Nếp Nướng, won’t you?

Address: intersection between Trương Định and Xô Viết Nghệ Tĩnh Street

 

7. Ốc Nướng Tiêu Xanh

Succulent water snails still in the shell are poached lighly, then grilled over a hot coal stove with a special blend of fish sauce and green peppercorn to create Ốc Nướng Tiêu Xanh, a delectable light dish from the Mekong Delta. The beauty of this dish lies in the fish sauce. Spicy, salty and sweet at the same time, it provides a punch of flavor to the juicy snails. Feel free to chow down some water snails and slurp up the sauce, as the locals do, in any roadside seafood stall in Cần Thơ.

 

Address: Corner of Trương Định and Xô Viết Nghệ Tĩnh Street, near Châu Văn Liêm School.

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1. Floating Markets

The floating markets are the main points for trading in Cần Thơ, as locals would sell their products in wooden sampans. You will also experience the bustling canal system that plays an integral part in the life of locals. It is lively, noisy, and definitely unlike any other markets you’d ever seen. Cái Răng Floating Market is the biggest and most frequently visited floating market in Cần Thơ, while Phong Điền Floating Market is a smaller and lesser-known one.

• How to get there: Travel to Ninh Kiều Pier and rent a boat from local tour agents - prices begin at 100 000 VND. Alternatively, go to An Binh Market, a small market near Cái Răng Floating Market and take a motorboat tour for 50 000 VND. If you would prefer to take a planned tour, Mekong Tours (http://mekongtours.info/floating-market-tour/) and 9dragons (http://9dragons.mekong-delta.com/en/2_mystic/start) all offer well-reviewed tours of the floating markets.
• Opening hours: from 5 am til noon, although the majority of trade happens between 5 am and 7 am.

2. Bằng Lăng Egret Garden (Vườn Cò Bằng Lăng)

The egret garden is simply a must-see sight when you are in Cần Thơ. Travel along a network, a network of creeks and canals as you see tens of thousands different egrets soaring across the sky and land gracefully on bamboo branches everywhere. It is just one of those things that you have to see to believe.

 

• Address: Vườn Cò Bằng Lăng is in Thot Not District, about 60km away from Cần Thơ City.
• How to get there: Take the National Freeway 91 from Cần Thơ to Thot Not. From Thot Not, continue to Bằng Lăng Bridge and make a left turn. The road to Bằng Lăng Egret Garden is accessible only by motorbike, or in the monsoon season, by boat.
• Price: Locals 10 000 VND, foreigners 20 000 VND.
• Opening hours: 5am - 6pm

3. Bình Thủy Ancient House (Nhà Cổ Bình Thủy)

The family home of the Duong family, Bình Thủy Ancient House is a mix of Western and Eastern architecture. With French influence and materials, yet an unmistakable East Asian charm, the house is a gem for any architecture lover.

 

• Address: 142/144 Bui Huu Nghia Street, Bình Thủy District, Cần Thơ
• Price: free
• Phone: 0710 3826 395

4. Ông Pagoda (Chùa Ông)

Ông Pagoda is the spiritual gathering place for the Hoa ethnicity in Cần Thơ. Built in 1894, it has remained relatively unchanged over the years. A classic design in the style of Chinese temples, Ông Pagoda was designated as a National Arts & Architecture Monument in 1993.

• Address: 32 Hai Bà Trưng Street, Tân An Ward, Ninh Kiều District, Cần Thơ

5. Nam Nhã Pagoda (Chùa Nam Nhã)

Nam Nhã Pagoda is not only a beautifully constructed pagoda but also a location with a rich historical background: It was formerly a Chinese medicine store, before becoming an operating base for anti-colonisation movements in the Mekong Delta. A trip to Nam Nhã Pagoda will give you an insight into the early historical movements in the Delta, as well as a chance to appreciate a religious landmark.

Address: 612 Cach Mang Thang Tam, An Thoi Ward, Bình Thủy District, Cần Thơ

6. Ninh Kiều Quay

Ninh Kiều Quay is a well-known tourist destination for its scenic location overloọking the Hau Giang river. Have a meal in the floating restaurant, and enjoy Mekong Delta cuisine, or simply take a refreshing night walk along the quay, breathing in the fresh riverside air.

To learn more about Ninh Kieu Quay and see all the photos of it, please check this post out.

7. Lưu Hữu Phước Park

Named after prolific composer Lưu Hữu Phước, the park is a serene place and a favorite spot for the locals. Wake up early in the morning to see hordes of old women exercise to upbeat music, or observe a game of Chinese checkers. In the evening, children ride ‘kiddie wagons’ around the park, while the youth often have impromptu concerts or practice dance routines here. It is a window into the lives of residents in the bustling city centre.

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Long Hai – Secluded Private Beach

From a long time ago, Long Hai was well known as an attractive but remote resort area. It recently gains its fame from a few articles about its seclusion but in overall, the town is still less crowded than its nearby brothers. Tourist attractions are scarce but there are many resorts lying alongside the beach not only here in Long Hai, but also Bình Châu, Hồ Cốc, and Hồ Tràm.

I’ve been to Alma Oasis and An Hoa and they are absolutely ideal for a sloth-man like me. Every morning and night I swallowed a great deal of food and then I went swimming, relaxing on the shore and enjoying the sun. That was one of the rare cases which I offer those pools, beaches, and gyms a chance to function.

Here are a few resorts that might catch your eyes:

Besides fancy resorts, beach villas, and awesome beaches, let’s take a look at a few places of interest that you might want to check them out.

Ngoc Xuong Ecotourism Site

Photo via dulichbrvt.com

It is hard to find such a beautiful green palette like this place, Ngoc Xuong ecotourism site. You can take a seat in a wooden hut built next to a small stream and watch animals herds passing by while enjoying your coffee cup (or almighty coconut!). When I was there, a drink only cost about 15.000 VND and there was no entrance fee.

All these awesome ideas came from a candid and naive farmer whose name is Năm Ngọc. He used to run an orchard here but “got enough of it. I want to try something new.” Unless he started learning some capitalist’s tricks, the place would be still as pure as wild cows’ milk which is not heavily drained.

Minh Dam Guerilla Bases

 

In the area of Long Hai Townlet, there is  Minh Dam Mountain whose length is 9 kilometers and altitude at about 350 meters. The whole mountain with its massive cave system was a menacing threat to France and United States’ soldiers back then since local militias captured the place and used it as an advantage point to ambush them. Initially, local residents called this mountain Thuy Van as the peak is usually embraced by clouds. In Vietnam Wars, this place was renamed Minh Dam in remembrance of two officers whose names are Bui Cong Minh – the secretary of Long Dien District Committee, and Mac Thanh Dam – the vice secretary. During the wartime of Vietnam against the United States, Minh Dam took a critical role as a supply point for Vietnam units and hence suffered sanguinary battles and many intense bombing waves. But those days are over. The mountain is once again replete with bright colored flowers. Minh Dam now becomes an enjoyable historical site for tourists and local residents to learn about the past wars.

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La Villa French Restaurant

To visit La Villa restaurant is to “enter a world of true fine dining.” You can either enjoy a spectacular lunch in its outdoor garden or step inside for a refined dining experience. And, to be honest, giving more praises here is just redundant. We have already known that France is awesome with a full course dinner. Before you go, to ensure everything, please consider making a reservation.

Opening hours: Lunch is 11:45 to 16:00 (last order is 13:30). Dinner is from 18:30 to late (last order is 21:30). Closed Sunday.
Address: #14 Ngo Quang Huy, Thao Dien ward, District 2.
Phone: +84 8 3898 2082 / +84 9 0771 9879
Website: lavilla-restaurant.com.vn/
Prices: Approx. 2,000,0000 VND/ 2 people.

Mekong Merchant & MM Bistro

This location offers a vintage setting where many western food options are used to please the customers’ eyes plus appetites. Have you ever dreamt about eating a pizza in a tropical forest? It is here! Right here! Overall, food and service are great although it seems the bistro needs to hire more staffs. They have great corners with privacy that I’d love to dip into my books in an entire morning.

Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Address: #23 Thao Dien, Thao Dien ward, District 2.
Phone: (08) 3744 7000
Website: facebook.com/MMsaigon/ or mekongmerchant.com/
Prices: 50,000 – 550,000 VND

Miku Sushi & BBQ

What can a small restaurant that nestles behind Saigon Bridge have to offer? It is the light breeze from the nearby river which cools down the hot temperature of Saigon. It is the enticing sushi and flavored grilled meat. Moreover, this location is like a little hideout for those who do not accustom to bustling lifestyles.

Opening hours: 05:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Address: #82 Street 20, Tran Nao, District 2.
Phone: 090 462 91 11
Website: facebook.com/MikuSushi.vn
Prices: 100,000 – 200,000 VND/ 1 person.

Kokoïs – Cafe Bistro & Store

Kokoïs is a unique mixture of open space design and industrial style which seems quite impressive from the first glance. Its menu is filled with good options including food and drink whose prices are a little bit above average. The service is really good and the staff is attentive. In a nutshell, this is a good stop for a time of relaxation.

Opening hours: 09:00 AM – 09:00 PM
Address: #24 Thao Dien, Thao Dien ward, District 2.
Phone: 090 144 48 40
Website: facebook.com/kokois.saigon/
Prices: 30,000 – 300,000 VND

Villa Royale Antiques & Tea Room

Let’s sit here and enjoy the flow of time with a sip of tea, shall we? Villa Royale not only offers bold-flavored teas but also many sweet desserts for an awesome tea time. Moreover, as suggested by the name, this whole place is replete with luxurious antiques. It sometimes reminds me times I spent with my grandma cleaning up her longcase clock. A warm pleasure for sure every time I drop by. You won’t be disappointed I am sure!

Opening hours: 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Address: #03 Tran Ngoc Dien, Thao Dien ward, District 2.
Phone: (08) 3744 4897
Website: facebook.com/VillaRoyaleAntiques or villaroyaletreasures.com/
Prices: 50.000 VND or more

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