Comments on: A tale of two My Tho’s: The tour and independent version of the Mekong

By: Rachel

Rachel — Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:26:25 +0000

I love this post! So funny about not eating before going to a candy factory
I’m the same, I love exploring “uninteresting” cities, perfect for a day of wanderlust.
Heading to the delta tomorrow and still not sure to go to my tho or skip it! I only have 2 days on my itinerary and want to explore can tho on day 2…

By: Lilian

Lilian — Thu, 11 May 2017 00:55:08 +0000

I should have got off the tour bus :/

By: James Clark

James Clark — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 01:44:01 +0000

In reply to Richard. Hi Richard, it still seems fairly provincial, even being so close to Saigon. I didn't notice any western-style pubs or the like.

By: Richard

Richard — Mon, 27 Feb 2017 05:30:44 +0000

Hi James ,
I am looking at taking a job in my tho. I was wondering if you saw any western style comforts (Pubs, supermarkets or take away places) whilst you were there? After having lived in Ha Giang for quite a while I’m looking to move to a another smaller city however with maybe just a few more home comforts than Ha Giang had to offer. Any info would be appreciated

By: James Clark

James Clark — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 07:04:35 +0000

In reply to cartooon. If you are in Pham Ngu Lau you will see dozens of travel agents and they are all offering the similar trip. Just walk around Pham Ngu Lau and Bui Vien St and you will see these packages advertised.

By: cartooon

cartooon — Tue, 03 Jan 2017 06:42:19 +0000

Hello James,
I would like you to help me out on which tour bus (company name) at Pham Ngu Lao area that you take for only 7USD each from HCM to My Tho and all boat trip+lunch+visit things at Mekong Delta. Please kindly give me more detail.

By: James Clark

James Clark — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 14:25:47 +0000

In reply to Henri. Hi Henri, yes the cheapest options were in the backpacking area. They all seem to offer a similar price so just ask around and you will soon get the idea of prices offered. As I was just picking a cheap transport option I wasn't looking for any other special feature. Good luck with the trip!

By: Henri

Henri — Sun, 03 Apr 2016 14:08:49 +0000

Hey James! Im just planning the my trip from HCMC direction Phu Quoc through My Tho and i found your notes very interesting! Thanks for sharing! Did you shop around the backpacker area to get this tour so cheap? I will be doing the same, do younhave some tips when choosing the tour from HCMC to My Tho?

Thanks a lot! Henri

By: Brian Hill

Brian Hill — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 22:43:38 +0000

James, looks like the Notre Dame Cathedral on phoroids! Brian

By: Mike

Mike — Thu, 12 Feb 2015 02:49:39 +0000

I did the same (or similar) tour a couple years ago. I too enjoy the off-the-beaten-path locations that are quite ‘bland’ but that daily ‘bland’ life is what I prefer because its usually not tainted (adjusted for tourists).

I think I’ll start jumping off tours toward the end and adventuring off on my own like you. Sounds right down my alley!

Great article and pictures.