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Vacation in Vietnam : Highlights & Travel Tips
Vietnam is a destination that rewards travelers with remarkable variety packed into one long, vibrant country. From the limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay and the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An to the energy of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam blends dramatic landscapes, deep history, and an unforgettable food culture. Travelers are often drawn by how easy it is to move between experiences: one trip can include mountain trekking in the north, beach time along the central coast, river life in the Mekong Delta, and days spent sampling pho, banh mi, fresh seafood, and rich Vietnamese coffee.
Key highlights include cruising or kayaking through Ha Long Bay, exploring the Old Quarter in Hanoi, visiting the imperial heritage of Hue, and wandering Hoi An at night when the town glows with colorful lanterns. Nature lovers can head to Sapa or Ha Giang for rice terraces and hill-tribe landscapes, while city-focused travelers will enjoy Vietnam’s busy markets, street-food scenes, and fascinating museums. Practical tips: Vietnam’s climate varies significantly by region, so check weather by area rather than by country as a whole; domestic flights and trains make long distances manageable; and carrying cash is useful for markets and smaller local businesses, though cards are common in larger hotels and restaurants.
Best time to travel Vietnam
The best time to visit Vietnam is generally from February to April, when travel interest peaks and conditions are favorable for many itineraries, especially with February standing out as the most popular month. December and January are also strong options for travelers looking for lively atmosphere and comfortable conditions in many parts of the country.
All travel reports from Vietnam
With the e-visa across the border to Ha Tien/Vietnam
Due to the Chinese New Year, it was unfortunately very difficult to find a bus to Ha Tien and a printer to print the e-visa, which we had applied for online a few days earlier....
Ab in die Kaiserstadt Hue
Today (24.01.18) we got up at 6:00 AM. We arranged with the hostel staff to have breakfast and pay at 7:00 AM, and then get a taxi to the train station at 7:15 AM. We sat...
Tim and I on the roof of the world
This morning (17.01.18) we were picked up by our bus driver in front of the hostel at 8:00 am. We then drove on a bus for 2 hours, took a ferry for 10 minutes, and then drove...
Halong Bay
An absolute highlight for every Vietnam traveler is Halong Bay. We spent a long time researching how to visit this beautiful bay. We wanted to do it on our own and rent a boat...
Mekong Delta
Two-day tour off the beaten path
When life gets complicated - ride a motorbike
Ha Giang - an unforgettable motorcycle tour
Motorcycle Diaries - on 2 wheels through the north of Vietnam
Route: Lang Son - Cao Lang - Bao Lac - Dong Ven - Yen Minh - Ha Giang - Lao Cai - Sapa Now it should go 2 weeks through the north of Vietnam. We rented a moped and fought our...
Da Nang, Hoi An, Hué and Nha Trang
From Hanoi, we flew to Da Nang, from where we took several smaller day trips with a rented motorbike. At least that's what the locals call it. It was more like a 125ccm moped...
The dry Halong Bay
Rowing with the feet
23. - 26.3. - Hoi An
We fly from Hanoi to Da Nang on March 23rd in the afternoon. From there, a car will pick us up and take us to our new accommodation, a one-bedroom apartment with a huge terrace,...
Contrasting ....
.... it might not even be so: After the very orderly Singapore, we have now arrived in the vibrant Hoi An (Vietnam). On the first day, we just let ourselves drift, explored the...
Da Nang 2
The second stay in Da Nang was characterized by social interaction. I spent time with the people I had already met during my first visit. I was out with Paddy, eating at the...
Day 7 - Da Nang Merry Christmas and Chaos at the Airport
Happy Christmas! Merry Christmas! Today, after a whole week of travel, it was time to say goodbye to Hoi An – my little lantern city. With a packed suitcase, I waved a wistful...
Day 6 - Hoi An: Sleepy Unicorn and a Fog Adventure
So, today's post is coming a bit later than planned – but it's not because I didn't want to! I was just so tired last night that I fell asleep like a rock. But let's start from...
Day 4 - From Airport Drama to Lantern Magic
Ah, travel day. The day when you set off with great anticipation – and in the end, still spend too much time waiting for something or someone. But let me start from the...
The Mekong Delta
Our next stop was the Mekong Delta, known as Vietnam's rice bowl. Accordingly, our expectation was to see huge, lush green rice fields with little construction and low...
Con Son (Con Dao Islands, Vietnam)
After the urban jungle of HCMC, we spent three days on Con Son, the only inhabited island in the Con Dao archipelago in the South China Sea. Con Son can be reached from HCMC in...
Ha Ha Halong bay
Hanoi, Ha Giang, Halong Continuation after the Ha Giang Loop: The sleeper bus had very narrow cabins and it was nowhere near as comfortable as the VIP bus on the outward...
Nha Trang, Vietnam
21.4.2024 Nha Trang The fifth tender boat brought me ashore. While most of the passengers were dispersed among the various buses, I listened to the drivers' offers. Four hours...
Dong Hoi & Ninh Bin
Xin chào you Zuggerschnuden! A double post today. From Da Nang we took the bus to Dong Hoi. I'm starting to get confused with all the names myself, haha. Unfortunately there...
Da Nang, Hoi An
Xin chào you snuffies! The next morning our bus took us to Nha Trang. The route there was so winding that I felt a little sick for a moment. During a stopover we once again...
Die International German School (IGS)
A villa complex in the middle of a green oasis should be a school? In fact, it is the green campus and the various villas that give the IGS a special look. Every morning of the...
How long
Xin chào, you sweeties! Well, to be honest, there isn't too much to say about Bao Loc. On the day we left Ho Chi Minh City, I wasn't feeling particularly well because the air...
Bananas in the wild
A nice good evening to everyone, Here's a little update on our housing situation. After exploring a minimal part of the city yesterday and looking for other places to sleep due...
🇻🇳 Cat Ba: Lan Ha Bay and Ha Long Bay
It will be two unforgettable days in Cat Ba. The trip to the famous bays was definitely worth it. 🫶🏼
🇻🇳 For the first time in Vietnam: The capital Hanoi
Hanoi has a lot of charm, but the first impression overwhelms us. We plan to continue our journey and the temperatures drop. 👎🏼
Swimming through the cave
From Hue we went 216 kilometers further north to the largest national park in Vietnam - the Phong Nha Ke Bang Park. This is known for its over 400 caves. 4 of the 5 largest...
A gem in the middle of Vietnam
Please excuse our late update. The last few days were filled with sightseeing and beautiful experiences, so we didn't even get a chance to write. That's why this post will be a...
Elephants, water and peace
In addition to the cities of the highlands, we are of course looking for peace and greenery. A small national park almost on the border with Cambodia attracted us with trekking....