Explore the Must-Try Experiences on Your Mytour Mekong Delta Adventure

Mytour's Mekong Delta tour is among the most sought-after travel experiences, attracting both domestic and international travelers. The Mekong Delta is a land of richness and diversity, known for its lush landscapes and intricate network of rivers and canals, offering a unique cultural charm that few have experienced. This article unveils essential tips and exciting experiences not to miss for a complete journey when exploring the southern region of Vietnam.

1. Essential Tips for Your Mytour Mekong Delta Tour

1.1. Best Time to Explore the Mytour Mekong Delta Tour

Unlike the northern mountainous region, the climate in the Mekong Delta is quite mild and is divided into two seasons: dry season and rainy season. The weather in the Mekong Delta during the dry season is hot and humid, with beautiful sunshine, making it ideal for outdoor activities and tourism. The dry season in the Mekong Delta usually lasts from November to April the following year.

On the other hand, the rainy season in the Mekong Delta typically starts from around May to October each year. During this time, the provinces in the Mekong Delta often experience heavy rainfall. Travelers embarking on Mytour's Mekong Delta tour should carefully study the weather before traveling to avoid being affected by unexpected rainstorms.

Traveling with Mytour's Mekong Delta tour during the flood season.

Moreover, the Mekong Delta also experiences the flood season, which sets it apart and makes tours during this time even more appealing. The flood season in the Mekong Delta usually occurs from the 7th to 8th lunar month or later, around September to November in the Gregorian calendar. Travelers visiting the Mekong Delta during the flood season can experience a variety of unique activities.

In the Mekong Delta during this season, there are areas submerged in water throughout the flooding season. Although the flooded water may pose challenges for travelers in terms of transportation and visiting various destinations, the flood season in the Mekong Delta offers unique and interesting experiences that tourists should try.

1.2 Means of transportation in Mekong Delta tourism 

Due to the intricate canal system and many tourist attractions associated with rivers and water, transportation options for traveling in the Mekong Delta are quite diverse. Travelers on Mytour's Mekong Delta tour can consider the following means of transportation: 

1.2.1 Traveling by motorbike

For travelers who prefer to be proactive in their itinerary and enjoy backpacking trips, a motorbike will be an excellent choice. Travelers can immerse themselves in the peaceful countryside scenery of a rich rural area.

However, travelers exploring the Mekong Delta by motorbike may encounter unpredictable weather conditions. Moreover, if traveling with family, using a motorbike in the Mekong Delta can be inconvenient, especially for families with young children.

1.2.2 Traveling by car, bus

If travelers opt for self-driving or renting a car as the main mode of transportation throughout their journey in exploring the Mekong Delta, this would be a quite ideal choice. Not only can travelers have the flexibility to plan their itinerary according to their needs and circumstances, but traveling by car also allows them to avoid rain and sun. Additionally, travel time is faster compared to traveling by motorbike, helping travelers save time for their trip.

In addition to self-driving cars, travelers can also move around by motorbike. However, traveling by bus may be difficult to ensure adherence to the predetermined itinerary. Moreover, getting between tourist destinations will become more challenging because many tourist spots are not close to bus stations.

On another note, travelers on guided tours such as those offered by Mytour tour in the Mekong Delta will still travel by prepared tour buses provided by the travel company. In this case, the bus will adhere to the itinerary of the entire group. Therefore, a tour bus is an optimal means of transportation when traveling to the Mekong Delta on a guided tour.

1.2.3 Traveling by watercraft

Due to the unique terrain, boats, canoes, ferries, and motorized boats have gradually become the primary mode of transportation for residents in some areas of the Mekong Delta. For instance, residents in Bung Binh Thien area of An Giang province or Nga Bay Phung Hiep area of Hau Giang province use boats and canoes to commute in their daily lives.

In addition, Mytour tour Mekong Delta offers many sightseeing spots closely associated with rivers and canals, such as the Cai Rang floating market in Can Tho city. Therefore, watercraft also present a great idea to fully enjoy the beauty of the Mekong Delta provinces.

Traveling by watercraft is a popular form of transportation in the Mekong Delta.

However, watercraft can only provide the best experience when traveling between tourist destinations. Since the journey from the departure point such as Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta provinces is quite far, traveling by watercraft will take a lot of time and may affect the health of travelers, especially those prone to motion sickness.

1.2.4 Traveling by airplane

The Mekong Delta region is home to Can Tho Airport and Phu Quoc International Airport. Therefore, it is quite convenient for travelers who need to travel by plane. In contrast to watercraft, airplanes are the optimal means of transportation for journeys from departure points such as Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta provinces instead of traveling between tourist destinations.

1.3 Accommodation during Mytour tour Mekong Delta

With the beauty of a peaceful countryside and unique tourist destinations, traveling to the Mekong Delta is one of the hot tourist spots in our country. Therefore, there are many local hotels serving tourists in Mekong Delta provinces. Some hotels in Mekong Delta tourist destinations include:

• Hotels in An Giang: Victoria Nui Sam Lodge Hotel, Victoria Chau Doc Hotel, Chau Pho Hotel, Chau Khuong Hotel,...

• Hotels in Can Tho: Muong Thanh Luxury Can Tho Hotel, Sheraton Hotel, Iris Hotel, Con Khuong Riverside Resort, Ninh Kieu Riverside Hotel,...

• Hotels in Ca Mau: Muong Thanh Luxury Ca Mau Hotel, Phu Cuong Ca Mau Hotel,... 

• Hotels in Kien Giang: Melia Vinpearl Phu Quoc Hotel, Sea Light Hotel, River Ha Tien Hotel,... 

1.4 Must-Try Cuisine during Mytour Mekong Delta Tour

Due to its riverine terrain, the Mekong Delta region is favored by nature as a paradise for freshwater fish. Therefore, the locals here often turn fish into various types of fermented fish, to the extent that fermented fish becomes a specialty of the Mekong Delta. Tourists visiting the Mekong Delta should try dishes made from fermented fish or other specialties to fully experience their trip to the Mekong Delta. Some of the most remarkable dishes include:

• Long An Fermented Fish Hotpot

• Bac Lieu Mud Carp

• Go Cong Fermented Shrimp Paste

• Soc Trang Sweetheart Cake

• Kien Giang Sticky Rice

• Sam Mountain Seven-Course Beef

• Dong Thap Fermented Fish Cotton Flower

• Spicy Flatbread

• Grilled Eel in Reed Pipes

2. Unmissable Activities during Mytour Mekong Delta Tour

2.1 Exploring the Flood Season

The flood season is the highlight of Mekong Delta tourism as during this time, certain areas in the Mekong Delta are submerged in water. Everything seems to be floating in the unique water. During this season, tourists on Mytour Mekong Delta tours can visit the following destinations to admire the scenery of the Mekong Delta during the flood season:

• Tram Chim National Park: During the Tram Chim flooding season, visitors can witness flocks of birds flying in to forage and migratory birds arriving from other places to find shelter.

• Cai Rang Floating Market: When it comes to popular Mekong Delta tourist destinations, the Cai Rang floating market cannot be missed. Tourists on Mytour Mekong Delta tours can visit Cai Rang floating market early in the morning to experience the bustling trading scene on the local people's boats. Here, tourists can see that this is the trading place of residential areas in nearby river branches with quite a variety of agricultural products.

Tourists can explore the famous freshwater lake Bung Binh Thien. 

• Bung Binh Thien: Also known as Heaven's Lake - one of the most beautiful places in the Mekong Delta during the flood season. Despite being surrounded by other heavily sedimented rivers, canals, and lakes like the Binh Di branch, the water surface in this lake remains as clear as a giant mirror amidst the Mekong Delta sky. Visitors to Bung Binh Thien can travel on boats of all sizes to observe the daily life of the local people, such as their houses on stilts, fish farming cages, or fishermen casting nets to catch fish. Not only that, but visitors can also visit the Mas Jid Khoi Ri Yah sanctuary and the Cham Village with traditional houses that are over 100 years old. 

2.2 Tram Tram Tra Su Forest

The Tra Su Melaleuca Forest is a brackish floodplain ecosystem located in An Giang province. It is only 10km from Chau Doc - a famous tourist city. When boating around the Tram Tram forest, tourists will experience the feeling of being in a fairy-tale world with lush greenery of melaleuca trees. 

Touring the river and waterways of the Tra Su Melaleuca Forest. 

When traveling by sampan (a type of boat), tourists not only can capture stunning photos but also can learn about the ecosystem with 140 species of plants and various aquatic species.

The sampan moves slowly between two rows of melaleuca forests along with the green layer of duckweed on the water surface, making the scenery here truly fascinating and enticing.

Moreover, tourists can visit the observation tower to admire the panoramic view of the lush melaleuca forest from above using binoculars with a viewing range of up to 25km.

This is also an excellent spot to witness the beautiful nature of the Mekong Delta during the flood season. Tourists on Mytour Mekong Delta tours during this time surely cannot miss this destination.

2.3 Participate in Local Festivals

Southern Vietnam's Mekong Delta boasts a unique local culture influenced by its intricate network of rivers and canals, along with the Cham culture. Some areas here host remarkably vibrant local festivals such as:

• The Festival of Lady Xu Temple: This festival is held around the 23rd to 27th of April lunar calendar every year. It's one of the most unique cultural festivals in the Mekong Delta. During this time, An Giang province attracts thousands of visitors to participate in activities like shadow puppetry, traditional opera, and most notably, the pilgrimage to Lady Xu Temple - renowned for its sacredness in the Mekong Delta region. 

The Festival of Lady Xu Temple draws a large audience. 

• Ok Om Bok Festival: Also known as the Moon Worship Festival or Rice Harvest Festival, Ok Om Bok Festival originates from the belief and gratitude of the people who consider the Moon as the deity protecting the crops. It is celebrated vibrantly in the Mekong Delta provinces such as Kien Giang, Soc Trang, Bac Lieu, Hau Giang, Tra Vinh, Vinh Long, etc. 

• Nghinh Ong Festival: This festival is organized by the locals of Phu Quoc with the desire to express their utmost gratitude to Lord Whale (also known as the sea creature and the Great General of the Southern Sea). Travelers on Mytour tour to the Mekong Delta visiting Phu Quoc, Kien Giang during this season not only participate in the ceremony to escort Lord Whale to the sea but also engage in the lively local festivities and culinary delights with the locals. 

Heading further south, travelers can feel the sacredness as they approach the southern border of Vietnam, especially at Cape Ca Mau - the end point of Vietnam's territory. 

At the Cau Mau Cultural Park, travelers cannot miss the opportunity to check-in with the GPS milestone 0001 - identified as the southernmost point of the motherland. Besides this milestone, the end point of the Ho Chi Minh Trail and the flagpole located nearby are also places that travelers cannot forget. 

If travelers embark on a Mytour tour to the Mekong Delta, this is an unmissable check-in spot. 

With significant landmarks located in Dat Mui commune, Ngoc Hien district, Ca Mau province, this will be a frequently chosen destination for travelers on Mytour tours to the Mekong Delta and tours in the Southern region in general.

2.5 Pilgrimage and Worship Tour at the Most Sacred Famous Pagodas in the Mekong Delta

The majority of people in the Mekong Delta are deeply devoted to their beliefs. Therefore, there are many pagodas that are renowned for their sanctity, impressing travelers with their unique and distinct architectural styles.

Some prominent pagodas in the southern provinces that travelers on Mytour tours to the Mekong Delta should visit and pay homage to include:

• Chen Kieu Pagoda (Soc Trang): Unlike the glamorous gilded pagodas or the red brick columns, Chen Kieu Pagoda in Soc Trang leaves a lasting impression on visitors with its unique architecture featuring countless colorful pottery shards meticulously arranged into walls and columns. Despite the use of these pottery pieces, the pagoda is a masterpiece of artistry.

Chen Kieu Pagoda in Soc Trang with its unique architectural style.

• Mieu Ba Chua Xu Chau Doc: Situated at the foot of Sam Mountain in An Giang, Mieu Ba Chua Xu attracts millions of visitors annually to admire and worship due to its renowned sanctity throughout Southern Vietnam.

• Quan Am Phat Dai (Bac Lieu) or Mother of the Southern Sea: The Northern Sect temple is famous for the statue of Quan Am facing the East Sea, bringing peace of mind to coastal residents. Through this well-known sanctity, Mother of the Southern Sea attracts millions of pilgrims each year.

• Vinh Trang Pagoda (Tien Giang): This grand pagoda, blending European and Asian architecture, has been constructed from the mid-20th century to the present day. Not only remarkable for its architecture, it also houses a 32-meter-long impressive reclining Buddha statue. Vinh Trang Pagoda is considered one of the oldest pagodas in the Mekong Delta.

• Lotus Leaf Pagoda (Dong Thap): Ideal for both photo enthusiasts and Buddhist pilgrims, this pagoda gained popularity on social media with its giant lotus leaves. These leaves, measuring up to 1 meter in diameter, can accommodate a full-grown person. Travelers on Mytour tours to the Mekong Delta can freely capture unique photos with the lotus leaves at this pagoda.

3. Mytour Mekong Delta tours for travelers fond of this region

3.1 6-day 5-night Mekong Delta - Phu Quoc Tour

During this journey, travelers will visit enticing destinations including Vinh Trang Pagoda, 4 Islets Long - Lan - Qui - Phung, Ninh Kieu Wharf Cruise (Can Tho), Cai Rang Floating Market, Truong Buu Diep's Tomb, Bac Lieu Wind Power Field, and Ca Mau Cape.

Travelers will also experience a boat trip from the mainland to the pearl island of Phu Quoc. Upon reaching the island, they will truly relax and enjoy the crystal-clear sea resembling glass - one of the most beautiful beaches in the South.

3.2 3-day 2-night Mekong Delta Tour

In the 3-day 2-night Mekong Delta tour, travelers will explore Vinh Trang Pagoda, Phung Islet, the end point of Ho Chi Minh Trail, Cai Rang Floating Market, and Tay Say Cathedral.

On the final day of the journey, travelers will check in at Bac Lieu Wind Power Field and visit Bac Lieu's House of the rich - the residence of one of the wealthiest figures in Southern Vietnam during the colonial period.

3.3 1-day Tour to My Tho

This type of tour involves sightseeing and returning on the same day. Despite the limited time of just 1 day, travelers will admire landmarks and unique activities such as Vinh Trang Pagoda and experiencing visits to local gardens and rowing boats on small canals in Thoi Son Islet and Phung Islet.

Moreover, travelers can opt for the 2-day tour from My Tho to Can Tho or the Hanoi - Can Tho - Con Dao tour to have the best experience in the Mekong Delta region.

The Mekong Delta always entices tourists with its serene and picturesque natural landscapes, as well as its unique and diverse cultural life. Travelers should visit the Mekong Delta at least once to feel the tranquility and experience the vibrant river life. Contact the hotline Mytour now to get advice and book affordable and exciting Mytour tours in the Mekong Delta.