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Traveling to the lush orchards of the Mekong Delta has always been an enticing destination for many domestic and international tourists. Among them, Thoi Son travel is a top choice for visitors to the Mekong Delta. So, what makes Thoi Son tourist area so appealing? Let's explore this fertile land of sweet alluvium in Tien Giang with Mytour!
1. Where is Thoi Son Islet?
Thoi Son Islet, also known as Con Lan, is one of the four sacred lands Long - Lan - Quy - Phung along the Tien River, located in Thoi Hoa hamlet, Thoi Son commune, My Tho city, Tien Giang province. This is one of the most attractive Tien Giang tourist destinations that many visitors choose to visit on weekends.
Thoi Son Islet is annually enriched by the sediment from the red Tien River, resulting in lush green orchards and abundant fish-filled canals. Previously, the inhabitants of Thoi Son Islet primarily relied on fishing, aquaculture, and fruit cultivation... Subsequently, thanks to the natural favor and long-standing cultural values, the people of Thoi Son Islet have successfully developed eco-tourism and community tourism.
When visiting Thoi Son Islet, you can indulge in the culinary delights and delicious fruits typical of the Western rivers and orchards such as: longan, rambutan, sapodilla, durian, jackfruit, mango,... Furthermore, you can experience the daily life activities of the locals here such as: ditch fishing, making rice paper cakes, coconut candy, listening to traditional music, riding a three-leaf boat...
2. Getting to Thoi Son Islet
2.1 Traveling from HCMC to My Tho
If you want to travel to Thoi Son Islet independently, you can use personal vehicles such as cars or motorbikes,... to get to Tien Giang. My Tho city is about 70km from HCMC and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to travel. Additionally, you can take a bus from the Western Bus Station to travel to My Tho with ticket prices ranging from 60,000 VND to 90,000 VND per person per way. If you don't want to worry about transportation, you can book a Thoi Son Islet tour for full service from A to Z!
2.2 Travel from My Tho to Thoi Son Islet
From the center of My Tho city to Thoi Son Islet, you can choose 2 ways to travel: by road or by waterway. Most tourists choose to travel by road for more time flexibility and freedom of movement. You can use motorbikes or cars to travel to Rach Mieu Bridge, turn right at the middle of the bridge onto a small road leading to Thoi Son Islet tourist area.
For waterway transportation, you can go to the 30/4 tourist boat pier in My Tho city to catch a boat to Thoi Son Islet. If you are traveling in a small group, it's better to join other tourists to take the boat with prices ranging from 20,000 VND to 30,000 VND per person. If you are traveling in a large group, you can rent a boat package with prices from 300,000 VND to 350,000 VND per boat.
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What to do on Thoi Son Islet?
1. Riding a three-leaf boat
When visiting Thoi Son Islet, you must try riding a three-leaf boat, a specialty of the Mekong Delta. The oar cutting through the water takes you to explore Thoi Son Islet through small shaded coconut canals. Sitting on the boat, you can admire the peaceful, green scenery of the Southern countryside through each house, each canal, each garden,...
During the journey to explore Thoi Son Islet tourist area, you will hear folk tales and legends associated with the islet and understand the simple and rustic life of the people in the Southwestern region. While riding the boat, make sure to prepare yourself a unique hat as a super virtual check-in accessory!
2. Explore Thoi Son on horseback or bicycle
Apart from riding a three-leaf boat, you can also explore Thoi Son Islet by horse-drawn carriage or bicycle. The horse-drawn carriage will take you on a tour around Thoi Son Islet to explore nature and visit the most famous sightseeing spots on the islet. Riding a horse-drawn carriage will be a very enjoyable experience for you.
3. Visit fruit orchards
When it comes to Mekong Delta tourism, it's impossible not to mention the abundant fruit orchards. As one of the areas with the most fruit trees in Tien Giang province, Thoi Son Islet is a place that supplies fruits to many major markets. Therefore, orchard owners here offer a variety of fruits for tourists to enjoy and buy as gifts.
According to Mytour's experience in Thoi Son Islet tourism, the ticket prices for visiting fruit orchards are quite affordable, and there is no overcharging of tourists, so you can totally relax!
4. Muddy Canal Fishing
One of the most enjoyable activities at Thoi Son Islet tourist area is hands-on experience in muddy canal fishing, experiencing the life of a real farmer. Roll up your pants and wade into the pond to catch fish to experience the 'hardship' of farmers and enjoy the unique joy of the countryside.
For those who have never fished before, especially those living in urban areas, the experience of muddy canal fishing will be completely new and exciting. The slippery and elusive fish will bring excitement, suspense, and laughter to you and your family when visiting Thoi Son Islet tourism.
Moreover, you will enjoy the fragrant grilled snakehead fish that you catch yourself and savor the results after a 'dive' into the canal. The cost of experiencing muddy canal fishing is quite cheap, only about 100k/person (including lunch).
5. Visit Traditional Craft Villages
The lives of Thoi Son residents are closely associated with traditional craft villages preserved through many generations. When visiting Thoi Son tourism, you will visit traditional craft villages specializing in coconut candy making, rice paper making, beekeeping, and coconut handicraft villages. These seemingly simple products require meticulous manual craftsmanship from artisans here.
You will witness the process of making the products firsthand and experience some stages yourself to appreciate the craftsmanship of the village artisans. If possible, please buy some products to support Thoi Son residents in maintaining these traditional craft villages!
6. Enjoy Traditional Tai Tu Music
Tai Tu music of the Southern region is a famous form of folk music in the Mekong Delta. At Thoi Son tourist area, you can sign up to listen to Tai Tu music performed by the locals. Listening to Tai Tu music, you will understand the profound sentiments of the land and people of the river region.
7. Visit Nearby Attractions near Thoi Son Island
In addition to Thoi Son Island, you can also visit some nearby tourist attractions to have more experiences for your trip such as Phung Island, Quy Island,... These are destinations that many tourists combine to visit when coming to Tien Giang - Ben Tre. When traveling to Thoi Son Phung Island, you can experience the life of the people in the land of coconut trees in the Mekong Delta. Thoi Son Phung Island tourist area will be an ideal choice for a weekend trip to find peace and relaxation in the countryside for you and your family.
4. What to Eat on Thoi Son Island?
1. Grilled Snakehead Fish
When visiting Thoi Son Island, you must try the famous grilled snakehead fish, a delicacy from all regions. The plump snakehead fish caught right under the canal will be cleaned and grilled over charcoal until it emits a fragrant aroma.
Grilled snakehead fish is often served with vermicelli, fresh vegetables, herbs, sweet and sour fish sauce, and peanuts. All wrapped in a piece of chewy rice paper, a specialty of the Mekong Delta, creating a delicious taste like no other.
2. Crispy Fried Elephant Ear Fish
The delicious dishes of Thoi Son Island tourism cannot miss the crispy fried elephant ear fish, with its rich and crunchy aroma. Thoi Son Island is one of the major aquaculture areas in the Mekong Delta, so it is not lacking in delicious fish dishes that many tourists crave.
The crispy fried elephant ear fish on Thoi Son Island is caught and prepared right on the spot, preserving the freshness of the fish. Dip a piece of white fish into a bowl of sweet and sour fish sauce, the authentic taste of the Mekong Delta. The crispy fried elephant ear fish is also served with mango salad - a very popular fruit on Thoi Son Island.
3. Vietnamese Sizzling Pancake
Banh xeo is a dish that has probably become too familiar to Vietnamese people across all regions. Each region has its own way of making banh xeo with a variety of ingredients according to each region.
When visiting Thoi Son tourist area, in addition to the familiar banh xeo with shrimp and pork, you can also enjoy the unique and delicious banh xeo made with rice snails. The rice snails in Thoi Son are found under the sweet silt layer, so they have a rich and delicious flavor. The snails are soaked to remove all sand, then lightly cooked before being added to the banh xeo.
4. Crispy Fried Sticky Rice
Crispy fried sticky rice is a very interesting dish in the Mekong Delta that every tourist visiting here wants to try at least once. The sticky rice flour is made with a special recipe by the locals, so when fried, the sticky rice puffs up like a bubble. The outside of the crispy fried sticky rice is crispy, but inside it's soft and has a delicious mung bean filling.
Exploring Thoi Son is an exciting destination for those who love the culture of the Nam Bo region in the Mekong Delta. Hopefully, with the helpful tips above from Mytour, you will have a complete trip and lots of joy with your loved ones. If you want to book a Thoi Son tour or affordable tours, please contact the hotline Mytour for free consultation and the fastest support!
