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Sail around Halong Bay, hike through Sapa, marvel at age-old Hué, and explore the Mekong Delta
Extend your holiday and see more of Asia when you venture into neighbouring Cambodia or Laos
Curved around Cambodia and Laos, with China to the north, Vietnam is a country of contrasts. Here, you can discover bustling cities and lantern-lit towns, along with lush rice fields, pretty beaches and limestone islands. There’s a patchwork of cultural influences, too. You’ll see Chinese, French, Indian and Malaysian touches across both the architecture and cuisine – and you’ll notice variations between North and South Vietnam. Although the two regions became one unified country in 1975, they’re still markedly different. So, to get the most out of your Vietnam holiday, it’s best to visit both.
In the North, you can explore the energetic capital, Hanoi, and the peaceful rice terraces of Sapa. And no holiday to Vietnam would be complete without a visit to Halong Bay. This UNESCO-stamped natural wonder is made up of more than 2,000 islands and spans a whopping 600 square miles. You can take a daytrip from Hanoi or, better still, spend a few days sailing around the bay on a cruise.
Elsewhere, in Central Vietnam, you’ll find picturesque Hoi An – an ancient riverside town featuring scented temples, Japanese merchant houses and an 18th-century bridge. You can also unwind on powdery beaches in Da Nang, or explore the impressive Complex of Hué Monuments, which was the political and cultural centre of Vietnam in the 17th and 18th centuries.
And, finally, there’s the South. If you’re into history, this is sure to be a highlight of your Vietnam holiday. Once known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh City has several must-see sites relating to the Vietnam War. And the remnants of French occupation are felt everywhere, from the landscaped gardens to the city’s very own Notre Dame Cathedral. More interested in nature? Venture into the Mekong Delta. This network of waterways is a world away from Vietnam’s cities, with tangled mangroves, traditional villages and floating markets.
If you want to explore independently, our Travel Specialists will help you plan the perfect itinerary. Fancy hopping over the border into Cambodia, or joining a Vietnam tour? We can sort that, too. Whatever you’re looking for, our Vietnam holidays tick all the boxes.
Wherever you stay, you’ll find plenty of things to do in Vietnam. At the top of any list should be an overnight junk cruise on Ha Long Bay to enjoy its natural wonder in tranquillity after the daytime boats have sailed. While in Hanoi, be sure to see a traditional water puppet show, take a stroll over Hoan Kiem Lake’s red bridge to Ngoc Son Temple, and make a trip to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Speaking of Ho Chi Minh, his namesake city in the south is home to the fascinating Cu Chi tunnels, while the spectacular Saigon Opera House, the Reunification Palace, and Gustave Eiffel’s colonial-style post office are some of the best things to see in Vietnam. Out in the country, a gentle cruise on the Mekong Delta is an amazing way to soak up rural Vietnam.
You can go to Vietnam for the urban attractions of Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City in the south or for the spectacular scenic waterways around them. You can go to Vietnam for its central beaches beside charming and historic villages where the pace of life slows down. You can go to Vietnam for enchanting temples, blended Asian architecture, and bustling night markets. You can go to Vietnam for the all-inclusive spa resorts near Cam Ranh Bay or on Phu Quoc Island in the Gulf of Thailand.
The real reason to travel to Vietnam, however, is that you can do all this in one trip. Vietnam’s fantastic domestic flight network makes it easy to travel between all its diverse and remarkable destinations or add Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand to create a complete Southeast Asia multi-centre holiday.
Hanoi and the north enjoy their best weather from March to May and again from September to November. Rain should be expected here between June and August, while the nights may feel a little chilly over winter. In the central beach areas, the best time to go to Vietnam is February to August. These summer months are filled with clear and sunny days before the rainy season arrives in September. Ho Chi Minh City and the south stay hot all year, with the driest months falling between December and April. If you plan a stay on Phu Quoc Island, you’ll find blissful and balmy days from November to March. For a multi-centre trip or tour, April is the best time to visit Vietnam for warm and dry days in all regions.
Wherever you stay, you’ll find plenty of things to do in Vietnam. At the top of any list should be an overnight junk cruise on Ha Long Bay to enjoy its natural wonder in tranquillity after the daytime boats have sailed. While in Hanoi, be sure to see a traditional water puppet show, take a stroll over Hoan Kiem Lake’s red bridge to Ngoc Son Temple, and make a trip to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. Speaking of Ho Chi Minh, his namesake city in the south is home to the fascinating Cu Chi tunnels, while the spectacular Saigon Opera House, the Reunification Palace, and Gustave Eiffel’s colonial-style post office are some of the best things to see in Vietnam. Out in the country, a gentle cruise on the Mekong Delta is an amazing way to soak up rural Vietnam.
You can go to Vietnam for the urban attractions of Hanoi in the north and Ho Chi Minh City in the south or for the spectacular scenic waterways around them. You can go to Vietnam for its central beaches beside charming and historic villages where the pace of life slows down. You can go to Vietnam for enchanting temples, blended Asian architecture, and bustling night markets. You can go to Vietnam for the all-inclusive spa resorts near Cam Ranh Bay or on Phu Quoc Island in the Gulf of Thailand.
The real reason to travel to Vietnam, however, is that you can do all this in one trip. Vietnam’s fantastic domestic flight network makes it easy to travel between all its diverse and remarkable destinations or add Cambodia, Laos, and Thailand to create a complete Southeast Asia multi-centre holiday.
Hanoi and the north enjoy their best weather from March to May and again from September to November. Rain should be expected here between June and August, while the nights may feel a little chilly over winter. In the central beach areas, the best time to go to Vietnam is February to August. These summer months are filled with clear and sunny days before the rainy season arrives in September. Ho Chi Minh City and the south stay hot all year, with the driest months falling between December and April. If you plan a stay on Phu Quoc Island, you’ll find blissful and balmy days from November to March. For a multi-centre trip or tour, April is the best time to visit Vietnam for warm and dry days in all regions.
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