Rent a car to Cho Gao District
- 30/06/2025
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Rent a car to Cho Gao District
Cho Gao District is located in the East of My Tho City, about 80km from Saigon.
Car rental from Saigon Tien Giang to Cho Gao is suitable for trips back to hometown, visiting relatives or eco-tourism.
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Rent a car to Cho Gao District
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Rent a Car to Cho Gao District - Return to the Peaceful Countryside Along the Tien River
1. Introduction to Cho Gao District - "Rice and fruit granary" along the river
Cho Gao District belongs to Tien Giang Province, located to the East of My Tho City, about 80km from Ho Chi Minh City in the direction of National Highway 50 or Trung Luong Expressway. As a transitional area between a dynamic urban area and a rich countryside, Cho Gao is imbued with the colors of traditional agricultural life with a dense river system, vast rice fields and communes specializing in fruit trees.
Unlike other noisy tourist destinations, Cho Gao brings a sense of closeness and familiarity - where you can return to your hometown to visit relatives, relax or experience eco-tourism in riverside communes such as Binh Phuc Nhut, An Thanh Thuy, Xuan Dong...
2. Why should you rent a car to go to Cho Gao from Ho Chi Minh City?
2.1. Moderate distance – easy to go and return in a day
With a distance of only about 80km, you can completely depart in the morning and return the same day without being too tired. The route via National Highway 50 or Trung Luong Expressway is spacious, convenient for both motorbikes and cars.
2.2. Proactive – suitable for going home or traveling alone
Renting a private car is especially suitable for those who have relatives in communes such as Luong Hoa Lac, Long Binh Dien, Tan Thuan Binh... where there are few direct bus routes. With a private car, you can go to the destination, stop to rest or transport a lot of luggage and gifts back to your hometown.
2.3. Private, comfortable – avoid crowds
Whether traveling alone, with family or a group of friends, a private car always ensures more privacy and comfort than public transport, especially when accompanied by the elderly or children.
3. Popular forms of car rental to Cho Gao
3.1. Car rental with driver
Best suited for families, seniors or guests unfamiliar with the route. Experienced drivers will usually know the back roads to the village, the ferry, and sometimes suggest good local places to eat.
3.2. Self-drive car rental
If you have a driver's license and want to be proactive with your time and stops, a 4-7 seater self-driving car is the ideal choice. However, you should carefully check the vehicle's condition and prepare an offline GPS if you go into rural areas with no signal.
3.3. Car rental for short-term tours
Some tour companies offer car rental services combined with visiting fruit gardens, listening to traditional music, and eating country food, which is very suitable for guests in Ho Chi Minh City who want to find a relaxing experience on the weekend.
4. Car rental price HCMC – Cho Gao
| Vehicle type | Round trip rental price for 1 day | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| 4 seater car | 1,000,000 – 1,300,000 VND | Small group or individual homecoming |
| 7 seater car | 1,200,000 – 1,600,000 VND | Family of 4–6 people |
| 16 seater car | 1,800,000 – 2,300,000 VND | Large group, elderly people |
| 29–45 seater vehicle | Contact for quote | Company, school, group tour |
Prices may vary depending on holidays, luggage, number of stops and waiting time.
5. Highlights in Cho Gao District
5.1. Fruit garden tourism in Binh Phuc Nhat commune
Famous for its durian, plum, and rambutan, many gardens here open their doors to welcome visitors to come and pick and enjoy the fruits on the spot. You can also experience eating rice cooked on a wood stove, lying in a hammock under the shade of a tree – a truly relaxing feeling in the countryside.
5.2. Traditional rice vermicelli making facility
Cho Gao is the cradle of the famous rice vermicelli village, named after the district itself. Some establishments still maintain the traditional vermicelli making process, using stone mortars, drying outdoors and well water. Visitors can visit for free and try the specialty of stir-fried rice vermicelli with shrimp, vermicelli mixed with sweet and sour fish sauce.
5.3. Visit Cho Gao canal and Tien river bank
Cho Gao Canal is a vital waterway connecting the East and the Southwest. Sitting at a cafe by the canal or walking along the Tien River, you will see freight trains, rice boats, and fruit boats slowly drifting, creating a typical picture of the river life.
5.4. Wood craft village of Xuan Dong commune
Some households here specialize in making traditional wooden furniture such as bamboo tables and chairs, wooden beds, and door frames. You can visit to learn how to chisel, carve, and turn by hand – a rare and interesting experience.
6. Suggested 1-day itinerary to Cho Gao
06:30: Depart from Ho Chi Minh City via National Highway 50 or Trung Luong Expressway
08:30: Visit Binh Phuc Nhut commune - visit the fruit garden, have a light breakfast
10:30: Visit traditional rice vermicelli factory, enjoy mixed vermicelli
12:00: Lunch at a garden house or a restaurant with local specialties
14:00: Stroll along Cho Gao canal, drink coffee, take photos
15:30: Visit Xuan Dong carpentry village - buy handmade souvenirs
17:00: Get on the bus back to Ho Chi Minh City - end of relaxing journey
7. Notes when renting a car to go to Cho Gao
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Book a car 2-3 days in advance if traveling on weekends, holidays, or Tet
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Clear rental cost: including gas, tolls, driver's lunch?
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For self-driving cars: bring full driver's license, original documents, check air conditioner, brake fluid
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Bring a hat, sunscreen, and mosquito repellent if visiting the garden.
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Stock up on cash as many attractions do not accept cards.
8. Conclusion
Cho Gao is not noisy and bustling, does not own large tourist areas, but it is the simplicity, closeness and the countryside scent that makes many people come back. Renting a car to Cho Gao District is an ideal choice for:
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Go home to visit relatives and ancestors' graves
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Enjoy a few hours of slow living by the garden, canal and the sound of roosters crowing
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Explore craft villages, eat rustic specialties, chat with friendly locals
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