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Opening HoursWhere to go in Vietnam
Vietnam has a dual personality with buzzing and vibrant cities, and then contrasting calmer relaxing beaches. With so many places to visit and explore, our seasoned travel experts are on hand to advise the best bits (they are all pretty amazing) of Vietnam, from the excitement of Hanoi to the peaceful tides of Hoi An and every pit stop along the way. Here's a little selection for you to ponder over:
Where to go in Vietnam
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Mai Chau and Ninh Binh
The peaceful northern regions of Vietnam provide an oasis of lush greenery, friendly locals and culture packed activity.
Mekong Delta
The Mekong Delta in Southern Vietnam is the rural heart of the country; green, growing and gently moving with the flow of the Mekong River. Pace...
Phu Quoc & Con Dao
With soft sandy shores, turquoise waters and a distinct lack of crowds, Phu Quoc and Con Dao islands are Vietnam's ultimate beach getaways.
Hanoi & Halong Bay
A holiday to Hanoi, exploring the culture of Vietnam's capital, combines well with a meandering boat tour around the beautiful Halong Bay.
Nha Trang Coastline
The capital of Khanh Hoa province in south-central Vietnam, Nha Trang makes an ideal stop-off for a bit of seaside relaxation between the sight-seeing...
Hoi An & Hue
The former capital of Hue and the ancient town of Hoi An are two of Vietnam's heritage sites, and some of its prettiest places.
Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's bustling capital of commerce and home to an eclectic mix of heady sights, smells and sounds.
Sapa
In the Hoang Lien Mountains, is the picturesque market town of Sapa, a region of beautiful mountain scenery and remote villages inhabited by...
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What to do in Vietnam
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Halong Bay
Combine Hanoi with a trip to Halong Bay, on the Gulf of Tonkin.
City Tour of Hanoi
Take a private guided tour of the city’s main sights, including temples, museums of the country’s recent and ancient history, traditional...
Boat Trip on the Perfume River (Hue)
Original Travel can organise a private guided boat trip on the Perfume River to visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Imperial Citadel.
Hue by Bicycle
Discover the hidden backroads of Hue by bicycle on a day trip spent meandering along country roads past craft villages, shrines, tombs and pagodas...
Hoi An Street Food Tour
This street food tasting tour is an entertaining and informative way to see Hoi An through its food. Visit a local market off the tourist map...
Tailor-made Hoi An
Original Travel can arrange a guided tour of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Tunnels of Cu Chi
Well worth a visit from Ho Chi Minh are the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Ho Chi Minh City Tour
Original Travel can arrange an expertly guided tour of the city, taking in the former Presidential Palace, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old...
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Key Facts & Useful Links
Language: Vietnamese
Currency: Dong
Visa: Required
Religion: Buddhism
Food & Drink: Pho (Noodle dish), Tôm Sốt Chua Ngọt (sweet & sour prawns)
Time difference:
GMT +7 hrs
Flight from London:
11:30 hrs
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Vietnam and Five Reasons Why it's 'Pho' Good
I have just returned from my second visit to Vietnam and have come back loving it even more than last time. The country is spectacular, with such a variety of places to visit and explore. From dramatic terraced rice paddies, to beautiful beaches, bustling cities and UNESCO World Heritage…
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