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  • Growing rice in the Delta
  • A cottage and boats on the Mekong
  • Mekong Delta has recently been dubbed a 'biological treasure trove" and is a great addition to your Vietnam vacation.
  • Mekong delta fast food delivery
  • Farmers and their cows go out to work the field in the early morning

An interesting region of the country on a Vietnam vacation is located in Southwestern Vietnam, the Mekong Delta is a network of distributaries emptying into the South China Sea from the Mekong River, which originates in the Tibetan highland plateau 2800 miles away.

The Vietnamese name for Mekong Delta is Cuu Long, meaning nine dragons, for the nine mouths that terminate the flow of the river as it absorbs in the sea.

In Vietnam, the Mekong Delta covers a region of 39,000 sq km (15,000 sq mi) and lies west of Ho Chi Minh City, forming a triangle stretching from My Tho in the east, Chau Doc in the northwest, and Ca Mau in the south, including the South China Sea and the island of Phu Quoc.

Firmly under Vietnamese administrative control in the late 17th century, after its detachment from Cambodia, the Mekong Delta was then part of Cochinchina, France’s first colony in Vietnam, later becoming part of French Indochina. In the 1950s, the Mekong Delta’s patrolled waterways were the site of the First Indochina War, with the communist coalition league, Viet Minh, after France’s re-occupation post-World War II. The Mekong Delta was then the site of battle coined as the Second Indochina War, between Viet Minh and the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Following independence from France, Vietnam was attacked in the 1970s by the Khmer Rouge, who unsuccessfully tried to reclaim the Mekong Delta. This led to Vietnam’s invasion of Cambodia and the subsequent downfall of the Khmer Rouge.

Much of life in the Mekong Delta revolves around the river, with some villages accessible only by boat. Agriculturally rich, the Mekong Delta provides lush rice fields, yielding half of Vietnam’s supply of rice. In addition, dubbed as a ‘biological treasure trove’, the Mekong Delta features over 10,000 new species discovered in previously unexplored areas, all adding to the attraction of a Vietnam vacation.

Mekong Delta’s largest city, Can Tho, is the economic, cultural, and scientific centre of the region. Noted for its floating market, rice-paper-making village, and picturesque rural canals, it is also home to Southeast Asia’s longest cable-stayed bridge.

Home to Cai Luong, Vietnamese folk opera, Mekong Delta offers visitors a glimpse into Vietnamese rural life and its Viet and Khmer culture on  Vietnam vacation packages.

 

 

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Mekong Delta

  • Classic Vietnam: Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue & More

    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the essential highlights of Vietnam. Travelling north to south, you’ll explore the colonial avenues of Hanoi, cruise beautiful Halong Bay, see imperial treasures in Hue, relax on the beach in Hoi An, and learn about the history of the Vietnam War in Hoi Chi Minh City.
    Duration:
    12 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 3,739
    Trip Type:
    Classics (Bestsellers), Private Experiences, Tailor-made Travel Ideas
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  • Classic Mekong River Cruise: Cambodia & Vietnam

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Cruise the Mekong River from Siem Reap in Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam to discover some of the cultural highlights, natural landmarks, and historical treasures of Southeast Asia. Before and after, you’ll also explore the temples of Angkor and Ho Chi Minh City, respectively.
    Duration:
    14 Days
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    AU$ On Request
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Classics (Bestsellers), Cruises & Sailing, Multi Country Vacation Ideas, Single Friendly
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  • Signature Vietnam & Cambodia

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia while staying in luxury accommodations. Journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh to see the major landmarks, including Halong Bay, the imperial capital of Hue, the resort town of Hoi An, and the temples of Angkor Wat.
    Duration:
    17 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 7,560
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences
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  • Boat, Bike & Beach Southern Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh, Mekong Delta & Phan Thiet

    FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the best of Southern Vietnam. Take in the highlights of Ho Chi Minh City, explore the Mekong Delta's small waterways and islands by boat and bicycle, and then unwind with a blissful beach stay along the coast.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 2,520
    Trip Type:
    Active & Adventurous, Private Experiences
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  • Best of Vietnam

    FIRST-CLASS | SPECIALITY GROUP: Explore the rich history, breathtaking landscapes and delicious dishes on this incredible 10-day Vietnam vacation. Create lifelong memories with your exclusive group as you explore ancient temples in Hanoi, enjoy Tai Chi lessons in Halong Bay, take part in a private cooking class in Hoi An, explore Ho Chi Minh's underground city, and embark on river cruises through the Mekong Delta.
    Duration:
    10 Days
    Prices From:
    US$ 2,699
    Trip Type:
    Specialty Groups & Events
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