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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

Hanoi

Xin chào, you little sheep 🐑 We had actually booked a normal bus in Cat Ba that was supposed to take us to Hanoi. Luckily for us, we were picked up by a luxury bus because not...

Sa Pa & Ninh Binh 🇻🇳

I spent the last night on the bus from Ha Giang to Sa Pa, like so many people before. Oh yes, these night bus romances, it's far too cold, far too narrow, far too rough, you get...

Sugar cone festival

Monday morning. The excitement is rising. Laura's first day as a teacher in the new school. A sleepless night thanks to the heat and tension. We left together in a taxi at...

🇻🇳 Hoi An & Da Nang

We escape the crowded city center of Hoi An and find a quiet spot outside. In Da Nang we feel like we are in Miami 🙃🌴🌊☀️

Woche 18 - Ha Long Bay, Ha Giang Loop, Sa Pa

Another busy week! Due to time constraints, we only went to Ha Long Bay as a day trip from Hanoi. In the end, that was exactly the right decision. Because the weather was still...

Charge batteries

02/03/2024 Another disastrous night. We actually didn't expect that because we were really exhausted... our batteries just felt empty this morning. We trudged to breakfast in...

Back in Asia: Vietnam

With Japan, Vietnam was one of the few countries where we had planned many stops and different activities. We started our trip in Sapa, then met Kati's family in Hanoi, visited...

With 125cc from socialist avenues into the adventurous mountains

We have become very fond of riding a moped and our bottoms have also become more durable and can now last longer. Our route leads from the big city of Vinh via the birthplace of...

Traveling is an imposition and a revelation

5 a.m., it's dark, it's raining, the night bus dumps us on the highway in no time, the taxi driver accidentally drops our jackets in the dirt and the hotel doesn't have a room...

Ho Chi Minh City – unser Weg nach Vietnam

After our adventure in Cambodia, the journey continues to Vietnam. Shortly before the border, our bus stopped for lunch, and all passports were sent by moped to the border for...

Ha long Bay

After a 4-hour bus ride to Ha Long, we were at our cruise office where we waited for the ship. The next two days were called a cruise in Halong Bay. As we were taken to our big...

Three days, two adventures, and one rest day

A lot has happened. First of all, the famous Bay of Hanoi. Taking a boat through the caves - see pictures. Then Van really wanted to travel through Vietnam with one of the...

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh)

The bustling metropolis

Days 27 to 30 - Phu Quoc, Part 2

My last few days in Phu Quoc were not necessarily blessed by the weather gods. It rained early in the morning and sometimes in the morning as well. The rest of the day was...

Day 25 - Starfish Beach, Pepperfarm

My destination today is about 16 km away from my hotel. The path that Google Maps suggested to me looked more like a dirt road than a street. I drove through clay, gravel, and...

Chapter 3.2 - Exploring Da Lat

13.2. 7:00am Monday. I wake up after a restful 8-hour sleep. I really needed that. My plan for today: Explore the area. But first, I need coffee and something to eat. I still...

Chapter 2.2 - Cu Chi Tunnel, Saigon

11.2. 7:00am The alarm clock rings. I only slept for 2 hours. The jet lag has just started. I put on socks, shoes, and a shirt. I would prefer tank tops and flip flops. But it...

Day 19 - Vinhomes Central Park, War Remnants Museum, AO Show

Today was a day of mixed emotions. A spectrum of uneasiness, sorrow, and excitement formed this emotional rollercoaster. The first obligation of the day took me to Vinmec...

Surprise Ninh Binh

In advance, we only briefly informed ourselves about Ninh Binh. So it is our surprise destination. The only thing we know is that there is a kind of 'nature park' outside the...

Ha Long Bay

Wonders of nature

Tag 11 - The Foodie and the Beach

After a breakfast consisting of self-brewed Vietnamese coffee and two Custas (small biscuit cakes with custard filling - amazing!), I was picked up from my hotel at 8:30 am. The...

Day 8 - Hue

My journey to the ancient imperial city of Hue actually starts in Hanoi on board the Sleeping Bus. You can imagine it like this: In three rows, bunk beds are lined up one behind...

Day 2 - Hoa Lu, Hang Mua, and Tam Coc

Due to the New Year festival, some attractions and museums in Hanoi are closed. Therefore, I booked a day trip to Ninh Binh province for today. The minibus picks me up at my...

Long Hai - Quy Nhon - Da Lat

The city names may not mean much to you, but I don't have a better summary for the past few days in Vietnam. So it's also a good reminder for me and an inspiration for future...

Daily Life

In the last few days, I was able to get an insight into the daily life of the Vietnamese people. Here are some keywords that come to mind: - waking up early (between 04-06:00...

Diary of a journey to myself / The Fourth Insight

29.12., 6:00 PM, Room 303 Where should I start? Two days here in Hanoi and my head is so full of impressions that I can hardly sort them out. Yesterday, 28.12., Halong Bay....

Tag 212 - new exhaust & bungalow a bit further than Quy Nhon (Vinh Hoa)

Hi guys Today was another really cool day! We got up at 7 o'clock, chatted a bit with Peter and Jenny and split up around 8 o'clock. The two are driving the exact opposite route...

Tag 202 - Phong Nha National Park

Hello everyone, Yesterday, we had a change of plan for today :). We discovered that Phong Nha National Park is only an hour away from us, so we decided to incorporate it into...