VnExpress Marathon debuts in Can Tho with Super Early Bird rates

July 2, 2025 | 07:00 pm PT
Runners worldwide are invited to discover Vietnam’s vibrant Mekong Delta with the debut of the VnExpress Marathon Can Tho, scheduled for September 14.

The Super Early Bird registration phase, running from June 27 to July 15, offers the lowest entry fees. Prices will gradually increase across the subsequent Early Bird, Regular, and Late registration periods.

Entry fees by registration phase

Distance

Super Early Bird (6/27–7/15)

Early Bird ( 7/16–7/ 31)

Regular (8/1–8/14) Late (8/15–8/26)
5 km VND380,000 ($14.50) VND520,000 ($19.90) VND680,000 ($26.00) VND850,000 ($32.50)
10 km VND520,000 ($19.90) VND700,000 ($26.80)

VND880,000 ($33.70)

VND990,000 ($37.90)
21 km VND680,000 ($26.00) VND860,000 ($32.90) VND1,080,000 ($41.30) VND1,250,000 ($47.90)
42 km VND840,000 ($32.20) VND1,050,000 ($40.20) VND1,290,000 ($49.40) VND1,490,000 ($57.00)

Tiered discounts are also available for groups of 20 or more, ranging from 5% to 25% depending on the size of the team.

Further information and registration details are available on the official event website.

Immersive delta experience

The race route is designed to showcase the region’s most iconic scenery, guiding runners past landmarks such as Ninh Kieu Wharf and across Can Tho Bridge. The course also winds through riverside streets and traditional neighborhoods, offering participants a unique glimpse into the culture and daily life of the Mekong Delta.

The event’s timing in September is expected to provide favorable conditions for runners to set personal best, with average temperatures between 26-31 degrees Celsius and decreasing seasonal rainfall.

Tourists explore Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho. Photo by Huy Phong

Tourists explore Cai Rang Floating Market in Can Tho. Photo by Huy Phong

Beyond the finish line, runners are encouraged to explore the famed Cai Rang Floating Market, visit local orchards, and sample traditional delta cuisine. The region is highly accessible, with an international airport offering direct flights to major Vietnamese cities. Accommodation options are plentiful, with nearly 640 hotels and riverside homestays to suit every budget.

Hai Long

 
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