South to Central Vietnam with Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City

Can Tho (or Cantho; Vietnamese: ) is the biggest city of the Mekong Delta, in Vietnam with an estimated population of 1.5 million in 2012. The name comes from "cầm thi giang", river of poems. It is also referred to as "Tay Do" meaning "western capital". The city is famous for its floating markets, Buddhist pagodas, delicious food, fresh fruit, its large student population, and welcoming atmosphere.

Can Tho is on the south bank of the Hậu River, the bigger branch of the Mekong River. It is in the vicinity of Sóc Trăng, 1½ hours from Long Xuyen, 3 hours from Châu Đốc, and Rạch Giá, about 6 hours from Cà Mau, and 169 km (3 hours) from Ho Chi Minh City.

The climate is tropical and monsoonal with two seasons: rainy, from May thru Nov; and dry, from Dec-Apr. Average annual humidity is 83%, rainfall 1,635 mm, and temperature 27°C.

The main attraction of Hoi An is its charming Old Town, lined with canals and filled with a diverse range of architecture that ranges from Chinese temples and Japanese merchant houses to French colonial houses. Walking through Hoi An’s historic streets offers remnants of its past as an important trading port, and the city has everything you need for a truly diverse trip, with the opportunity to visit the surroundings where you’ll find historic temples, picturesque rice fields and sandy beaches.

As Vietnam’s former imperial capital, the majestic and historically rich city of Hue offers a glimpse into the country’s diverse past. With attractions like the walled Imperial Citadel and numerous ancient temples, palaces and shrines, Hue is a must-see, and the city’s location on the picturesque Perfume River only adds to its charm.