How much does it cost to travel to Can Tho?
You should plan to spend around $58 (d1,422,455) per day on your vacation in Can Tho. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.
Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:
- $17 (d430,390) on meals
- $13 (d323,347) on local transportation
- $55 (d1,362,972) on hotels
A one week trip to Can Tho for two people costs, on average, $808 (d19,914,373). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.
All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.
Independent Travel
Traveling Independently to Can Tho has many benefits including affordabilty, freedom, flexibility, and the opportunity to control your own experiences.
All of the travel costs below are based on the experiences of other independent travelers.
Is Can Tho expensive to visit?
Can Tho is a reasonably affordable place to visit. Located in Vietnam, which is a reasonably affordable country, visitors will appreciate the relatively low cost of this destination. It falls in the average range in the country for its prices. If you're traveling on a budget, then this is a good destination with affordable accommodation, food, and transportation.
Within Asia, Can Tho is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Sandakan or Nanchang.
For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Can Tho Expensive?
How much money do I need for a trip to Can Tho?
The average Can Tho trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Can Tho travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers.
Category
|
Cost
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Accommodation 1
(Double Occupancy)
|
d1,362,972
($55)
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Local Transportation 1
|
d323,347
($13)
|
Food 2
|
d430,390
($17)
|
Entertainment 1
|
d414,374
($17)
|
Tips and Handouts 1
|
d9,375 -
28,125
($0 - 1)
|
Alcohol 2
|
d82,538 -
247,614
($3 - 10)
|
Accommodation Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
The average price paid for one person for accommodation in Can Tho is $28 (d681,486). For two people sharing a typical double-occupancy hotel room, the average price paid for a hotel room in Can Tho is $55 (d1,362,972). This cost is from the reported spending of actual travelers.
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.
Transportation Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
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The cost of a taxi ride in Can Tho is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $13 (d323,347) per person, per day, on local transportation in Can Tho.
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Transportation1
Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
$13
d323,347
How much does it cost to go to Can Tho? Naturally, it depends on the dates. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all airlines.
The price of renting a car in Can Tho will depends on dates, the type of car, the location, and your age. We recommend Kayak because they can find the best deals across all car rental companies.
Food Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
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While meal prices in Can Tho can vary, the average cost of food in Can Tho is $17 (d430,390) per day. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out an average meal in Can Tho should cost around $6.98 (d172,156) per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Can Tho is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food2
Meals for one day
$17
d430,390
Typical prices for Food in Can Tho are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Can Tho, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
Entertainment Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
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Entertainment and activities in Can Tho typically cost an average of $17 (d414,374) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
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Entertainment1
Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
$17
d414,374
Typical prices for Entertainment in Can Tho are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Can Tho, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
Tips and Handouts Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average cost for Tips and Handouts in Can Tho is $0.76 (d18,750) per day. The usual amount for a tip in Can Tho is 5% - 15%.
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Tips and Handouts1
For guides or service providers
$0.76
d18,750
Typical prices for Tips and Handouts in Can Tho are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Can Tho, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
Alcohol Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
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The average person spends about $6.70 (d165,076) on alcoholic beverages in Can Tho per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
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Alcohol2
Drinks for one day
$6.70
d165,076
Typical prices for Alcohol in Can Tho are listed below. These actual costs are from real travelers and can give you an idea of the prices in Can Tho, but your costs will vary based on your travel style and the place where the purchase was made.
Water Budget in Can Tho
Calculated from travelers like you
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On average, people spend $1.53 (d37,813) on bottled water in Can Tho per day. The public water in Can Tho is considered safe to drink.
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Water2
Bottled water for one day
$1.53
d37,813
Can Tho On a Budget
Can Tho, Vietnam
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
Sights
The main attractions of Can Tho are the floating markets and the pagodas. One of the biggest and most active Buddhist temples is Quang Duc Pagoda, located on Mau Than Street, where monks live and visitors are welcome. Also worth visiting is the newer Buu Tri Pagoda on Mau Than Street and the Khmer Pagoda of Munirangsyaram on Hoa Bình street. Mau Than Street is the longest street in the Mekong Delta and central street in Can Tho. Aside from the more touristy floating market area, this street has some of the best opportunities for local shopping and dining.
The
floating markets are one of the most unique attractions of Can Tho. Cai Rang is the main wholesale floating market, and can only be reached by boat. Other markets on the water include Phong Dien, Phung Hiep, and Tra On. All of them are very lively, typically open earlier in the day, and can only be reached by boat. Floating market tours are available for visitors who wish to have a more guided experience of the local bustle.
Can Tho also has a number of impressive markets on land. Cai Khe Market on Tran Van Kheo sells fresh fish and other products that arrive on the river, Xuan Khanh Market on Mau Than Street predominately sells fresh food, fish, vegetables, and fruit, and Ninh Kieu Pier Tourist Market mainly caters to tourists.
Neighborhoods
In Can Tho, the center of all activity is on the waterfront along Hai Ba Tr?ng Street. This is where visitors will find the famous floating markets and other floating attractions like hotels, bars, and restaurants. The central district for the waterfront is Ninh Ki?u, the wealthiest and most-populated of Can Tho's nine districts. Ninh Ki?u's port is also the hub for boat trips on surrounding waterways. Other urban districts include Bình Th?y, Cai R?ng, Ô Mon, and Th?t N?t, while the rural districts are C? ??, Phong ?i?n, Th?i Lai, and V?nh Th?nh. Each district then has its own assortment of communities and towns. Most visitors stick to the city center, between the Can Tho University and the Ninh Ki?u quay. This area can be easily explored on foot, though there are also opportunities for renting bicycles or motorbikes to get around the city.
Activities
The best way to experience Can Tho is to explore. Whether on foot, bike, motorbike, or boat, any means of transportation will allow visitors to immerse themselves in the unique market culture of the city. A variety of tours are available from boat cruises to dinner food tours-there is something for everyone. The city also comes to life in a whole different way at night with the illuminated waterfront bustling with busy restaurants and bars.
Food and Dining
Can Tho is especially known for its lighter fare made with fresh fruits and vegetables. The markets are a great place to try local produce. There are many varieties of mangoes, oranges, jackfruit, pomeloes, and grapefruit, as well as more exotic fruits like custard apple, corossol, longans, and durian. Many locals get their produce at Xuan Khanh Market.
For a unique dining experience, visit H?m Vit Nau Chao, or the Hot Pot Alley. Here restaurants specialize in the Can Tho Hot Pot, a soup made from your choice of different vegetables, leaves, egg noodles or rice noodles, tofu, and eggs. Varieties of hot pot include duck, seafood, apple mangrove, and many varieties of fish. Other local specialties include magenta sticky rice cakes, cai rang grilled rolls made from pork, baked sticky rice banana bun, grilled green pepper snails, cong cake made from seafood and served with a sweet and sour fish sauce, Vietnamese noodles served with pork in coconut cream, traditional Vietnamese pancakes, banh mi (baguette sandwich), and many more.
Transportation
The city and the rest of the Mekong Delta is served by Can Tho International Airport. Flights are offered by VietJet Air, Thai VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and VASCO. Because flights are limited in Can Tho, many visitors also opt to travel into Phnom Penh International Airport, the largest airport in Cambodia. Flight connections can be made to Can Tho, or it can be reached by car from Phnom Penh in about 5 hours 40 minutes (226 kilometers).
There are also express bus services that connect most locations in the Mekong Delta, including Ho Chi Minh City where many visitors also arrive. By car, it is about 4 hours northeast of Can Tho (197 kilometers).
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