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Vietnam Travel Guide

Vietnam Travel Guide

By LingUpdated May. 10, 2023

Vietnam has eased its travel restrictions from March 16, 2022. All travelers are exempt from quarantine to visit Vietnam now as long as you're fully vaccinated.

Why Visit Vietnam?

Vietnam is one of Asia's most ecologically and culturally diverse countries. The beautiful scenery ranges from the cool mountains of the northwest, with cascading rice terraces in Sapa, through the narrow central coastal plains, home to some first-class beaches, especially around Da Nang and Nha Trang, to the Delta region of the Mekong River in the south.

The country offers great opportunities to trek in scenic valleys and to visit ethnic minority markets, with gatherings of brightly-dressed flowery Hmong people. Or you can sit in the roadside cafes of Hoi An's ancient town, after visiting its historic buildings, its decorated Chinese community halls, or its rich variety of boutique shops.

Boarding a wooden sampan, and passing through narrow canals surrounded by dense plants, you will be amazed by life on the Mekong River, observing its floating markets and tasting the fresh fruit from nearby orchards.

Boating in the Mekong Delta
Boating in the Mekong Delta

Taking boat trips along sodden waterways, traditional markets and wooden houses

Hoi An Countryside Adventures
Hoi An Countryside Adventures

The ancient city of Hoi An is surrounded by charming countryside with interesting villages.

Cooking Class in Vietnam
Cooking Class in Vietnam

Learn in depth about Vietnamese cuisine with a cooking class

Diving and Swimming in Halong Bay
Diving and Swimming in Halong Bay

Diving is for tourists who love discovery and adventure.

Popular Itineraries for Vietnam

Aiming to inspire, the following itineraries give you some ideas for how to organize a trip to Vietnam. The itineraries have been designed to take in the main highlights. The first outlined here is a 9-day tour of Vietnam's major cities: Hanoi, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City. If you would like to spend more time in any one of these cities or have an interest in the Angkor temple complex, our trip advisor will work with you to craft your own tailor-made trip.

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Top Travel Destinations in Vietnam

We select the top 6 destinations in Vietnam: the charming capital city Hanoi, with its Old Quarter more than 600 years old; the UNESCO World Heritage Site Halong Bay, perfect for cruising and water activities; the idyllic Sapa, good for trekking and visiting minority villages; the old trading port Hoi An, with a rich cultural heritage; the cosmopolitan Ho Chi Minh City, with its colonial buildings and vibrant past; and the "rice basket" Mekong Delta, with tentacle-like waterways.

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