Who is this tour for?
This experience is specially crafted for travelers who have just arrived in Vietnam in general or in Can Tho specifically and want to orient themselves through culture, stories and real local moments. It’s perfect for those who enjoy walking, connecting with the local rhythm and experiencing heritage from the ground up. Whether you’re here for a short visit or staying longer, this walking tour is a gentle yet immersive way to uncover the hidden layers of Can Tho city beyond the floating markets.
This walking tour is not just about sightseeing it's about feeling the pulse of the city, understanding its transformations through time and appreciating the small things: a monk’s smile in a hidden pagoda, the morning rhythm of the wholesale market, the scent of banh mi mingling with Vietnamese coffee and the sun setting beyond a colonial-era bridge.
You’ll explore Theravada and Mahayana Buddhist pagodas, war-era and colonial buildings, and modern business streets nicknamed the “Wall Street of Can Tho.” You'll also witness how local culture, commerce, spirituality and memory blend together in this vibrant riverside city.
Drink with bottled water
Tour with expert local guide
Entrance fees to all attractions
Meals as specified with banh mi and Vietnamese coffee
VAT
Tips ($1/person)
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses and other expenses not mentioned in the program.
Please note that due to the individual nature of the tours, times are approximate and can vary slightly.
Price is not applied for Reunification Day 30/4/2025, Labor Day 01/5/2025, Independence Day 02/9/2025, Solar New Year 01/01/2025 Price is not applied for Lunar New Year 
Contact us to get the best deal for your incredible trip.Total walking distance: approx. 5 – 10 km
Tour style: Slow-paced, conversational, culturally rich
6:00 am / 3:30 pm – Meet at Hieutour VN office
Begin with a warm welcome and safety briefing from your local guide. Introduction to Can Tho’s urban layout, walking etiquette and route plan.
6:20 am / 3:50 pm – Visit the Wholesale Market
Step into the beating heart of Can Tho’s commerce. Watch merchants negotiate and unload fresh goods in a bustling early-morning or late-afternoon atmosphere.
6:40 am / 4:10 pm – Enjoy a local banh mi and a strong cup of Vietnamese coffee at a sidewalk café. Our guides can offer alternative breakfast or snack choices depending on your taste and time of day.
Jaguar banh mi with Vietnamese coffee
7:10 am / 4:30 pm – Stroll through the Iron Material Market, a local hub for construction supplies where you’ll witness a different side of urban life noisy, industrious, and full of character. And so much colorful for taking photo.
Continue walking toward Can Tho’s Times Square, a vast urban plaza often used for major cultural festivals and civic events. This space symbolizes the city's modern ambitions and social energy open, proud and deeply local. before moving on the very next destinations
7:30 am / 4:50 pm – Explore two contrasting Buddhist temples: A Khmer Theravada Pagoda, revealing southern Vietnam’s spiritual and ethnic roots A Mahayana Pagoda, offering a different architectural and philosophical dimension
Peace in the peace
8:00 am / 5:20 pm – Arrive at the iconic “Wall Street” of Can Tho- a unique business district lined with heritage and character.
From there, pass by the Independence Palace (Can Tho White House) and the former French colonial prison are two historic sites that mark significant chapters in Can Tho’s development.
"The White House" of Can Tho
As a special weekend-exclusive addition to your walking journey, the tour offers a visit to a hidden corner near Can Tho’s Old Market where you’ll meet a remarkable local artisan affectionately known as the “Toy-Man.”
Using nothing but recycled soda and beer cans, basic hand tools, and an imaginative spirit, he has turned what most would consider waste into an extraordinary collection of miniature airplanes such as the MIG 21, Apache helicopter, trucks and cars and even... a hat. Each creation is a reflection of craftsmanship, nostalgia and a deeper message: that value can be reborn from the discarded and that play can coexist with purpose.
What started as a childhood fascination has evolved into a lifelong commitment to creativity, sustainability and cultural storytelling. Today, his modest open-air workshop has become a symbol of quiet genius and environmental consciousness in the heart of the Mekong.
During your visit, you’ll have the chance to observe his process, hear his story. It’s a moment to pause and appreciate how art, memory and environmental care can come together in the form of a humble handmade object.
8:30 am / 6:00 pm – Return to Hieutour VN. Tour concludes with a heartfelt farewell.
Drink with bottled water
Tour with expert local guide
Entrance fees to all attractions
Meals as specified with banh mi and Vietnamese coffee
VAT
Tips ($1/person)
Alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses and other expenses not mentioned in the program.
Please note that due to the individual nature of the tours, times are approximate and can vary slightly.
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