Leaving Saigon at dawn, we found the city still asleep. As we made our way through, the world came alive with women sweeping the streets in traditional Vietnamese hats. Our first stop was in My Tho, a quaint town in the Delta region where the heat was relentless, but the flat terrain made for an enjoyable ride. The patchwork quilt of green fields and golden waterways made for a breathtaking sight, and as we journeyed on, I couldn't help but feel awe-inspired by the beauty of it all.
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| can't get enough of these Vietnamese sandwiches (banh mi) |
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| love these sugar cane ice crushes |
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| not a big fan coconut water but when its hot these really help |
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| so that way to Can Tho? |
As we departed My Tho for Can Tho, the adventure began to unfold. The roads grew narrower as we wound our way through a maze of rivers, traversing dirt roads, bridges, and ferries. The humid air clung to us, and we took frequent breaks to hydrate ourselves and soak in the sights and sounds of life on the Mekong.
Small towns dotted the landscape, their makeshift homes standing in stark contrast to the towering factories that dominated the outskirts of the Mekong river. We asked locals for directions, hoping to find our way to Can Tho, but often found ourselves led astray by the maze of waterways and dead ends.
Finally, a glimmer of hope appeared on the horizon: the longest cabled bridge in Southeast Asia. As we crossed it, we marveled at the stunning views of the river below and the bustling city that awaited us on the other side.
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| hot, lost and confused |
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| Mekong provides transportation and food for the region |
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| happy we found Can Tho just before night fall |
Can Tho is a bustling, modern city with plenty to see and do. During our visit, we found the streets filled with friendly locals trying to lure us to their hotels. After exploring our options, we chose to stay just outside the lively waterfront district, but we quickly realized there were plenty of great places to stay in the area. We highly recommend staying near the waterfront, as this is where all the action happens, and you'll find a wide variety of restaurants, cafes, and street food vendors to choose from.
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| saying good by to Vietnam and uncle Ho Chi Minh |
Our last stop in Vietnam was Chau Doc, about 30 kms from the boarder of Cambodia. Phnom Penh, here we come.
