Hon Chong Peninsula

30km south of Ha Tien is the Hon Chong Peninsula. A line of isles and islets has earned the peninsula the title ‘mini-Ha Long’. The peninsula attracts both local and foreign travelers because of the many coastal resorts lining its shores. Once you approach the peninsula, you will be bombarded with images of cement factories breathing out smoke. Hon Chong has yet to suffer any environmental damage as a result of the cement factories, the presence of the factories detracts from the image of the peninsula. Hon Chong’s placid waters and beaches lined with casuarinas and palms are among the most beautiful in the Mekong Delta cruise, but these sights and landscapes fail to measure with the beaches found on Phu Quoc.

The vegetation and landscape are unlike the rest of the Mekong, which gives the area a different aura. Phu Quoc’s isolation made it the perfect hiding place for two prominent figures in Vietnamese history. Nguyen Anh hid on the island while running away from the Tay Son family in the late 18th century. Visit Hon Chong with South Vietnam tours. Nguyen Trung Trucalso used the island as a hiding place in the 1860s. Nowadays, more than 8,000 people and a large number of indigenous dogs, live on the island. Phu Quoc is also known all over Vietnam for its black pepper, and fish sauce, which is on the same grade as olive oil.Indochina sails – Halong Bay travel

Hon Chong Peninsula

Like Mui Ne, Phu Quoc is a favorite destination for expats living in Ho Chi Minh City. Despite the fast development of bars, resorts, and paved roads on the island, Phu Quoc still provides visitors with a pioneer experience. Most destinations can only be accessed through dirts roads and beaches are mostly free of hawkers. During the rainy months from May to October, Phu Quoc is quiet and room rates are negotiable, but during the peak months of December to January, prices for accommodation increase and advance booking may be necessary.