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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.
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From Hoi An to Quy Nhon
Sunday, February 18, 2018 Today we start cycling at 7am. Weather: cloudy, so not as hot. The first part takes us past beautiful gardens where vegetables and flowers are...
Hoi An - Old Town, Beach, and Water Puppet Show
Saturday, 17th February 2018 At 6:30 am, I go for a run with Camilla. She is killing me. She runs effortlessly ahead in the humid weather, while I struggle to keep up a few...
From Mai Chau to Ninh Binh
Tuesday, February 13, 2018 My night was okay, considering my cold. Otherwise, I slept well, except for a few unexpected wake-up calls from roosters in the middle of the night,...
A visit to Ho Chi Minh City
On this morning, most of them went to the Floating Market in Can Tho. Since I wasn't feeling well, I visited a local market by the river. The smell was quite unusual, but it was...
Hello Hanoi!
So the big adventure began. Started in Hamburg, I first flew to Dubai, which presented itself to visitors as a glowing metropolis in the desert night. It all made an unreal...
Mui Ne / Vietnam
15/09/17 - 19/09/17 Fortunately, there was a bit more on the agenda in Mui Ne. On the first day, our alarm clock rang at 3:45 am - which is in the middle of the night for us 😀...
Ice skating in the summer
We flew from Hanoi to Da Nang. It's a very beautiful and modern city. Once again, you can clearly see the difference between Laos and Vietnam - Vietnam is definitely more...
Ho Chi Minh City (or Saigon)
'Too much heat in the freezer / Too much heat keeps you in check' // Bilderbuch
Guten Morgen Vietnam!
Hanoi and Sapa
Sunday market in Bac Ha
During our northern trip, there was another little highlight that we are dedicating a separate blog post to because of the many photos. One Sunday morning, we had the...
Hanoi, We love it!
We liked it here from the very first moment... Of course, this city is also crowded and choked with traffic... But we had a great room in the middle of the old town, a lively...
Happy New Year!
After Saigon, we flew further north to Na Dang. Nearby is a beautiful town called Hoi An. The tranquil place is characterized by influences from Japan, China, and of course...
Temple of Literature
The Temple of Literature, the oldest university in Vietnam, is older than the universities of Oxford and Bologna.
Impressions from Hoi ....
.... without many words, as most photos speak for themselves!
Mekong Delta (guided tour)
We booked a 2-day/1-night tour to the Mekong Delta through Tripadvisor (From Ho Chi Minh: Mekong Delta & Cai Rang Market - 2-Day Tour | GetYourGuide). The price was €90 per...
Day 29 and 30 - Ho Chi Minh
The seven-hour bus ride to Ho Chi Minh, including the new entry into Vietnam, was relaxed. It takes a bit of trust to just give away your passport, but it worked 😂 In Ho Chi...
Sunday, February 25th, bike tour, Mandarin, citadel, coffee
Today the day started early for mom because she really wanted to go running again. Unlike in Graz, there is already a lot going on here at 6:30 in the morning. Especially on the...
🇻🇳 Ho-Chi-Minh-City
We love the War Museum and the Reunification Palace, but the traffic is hell 😂
First culinary excursion away from habits
In the evening, after briefly visiting the entrance to the school (and perhaps part of the school campus, which Alina frantically acknowledged as half trespassing), we went to a...
Roof 12 - Hanoi
Good morning Hanoi… yesterday we explored this chaotic city on our own and actually saw the most important points. Unfortunately, the Literature Temple is still closed. We have...
The fourteenth week
Day 93-100 In fact, the first night at the sea wasn't all that great! You could hear the waves, but behind our room you could also hear a water pump that started loudly every 20...
Day 4 - Motorcycle from Khe Sanh to Phong Nha
After a restful night, we both felt better this morning. Thanks to the charcoal tablets from our travel pharmacy! The day started early again - the alarm went off at 7 am. We're...
Hoi An - City of Lanterns
Since Monday we have been in Vietnam. We start our Vietnam trip in our favorite city, Hoi An. The city is known for its beautiful old town and lanterns. The city becomes...
Chapter 8.2 - 3 x Banh Mi (included breakfast)
4.3. 11:32am I leave the hotel. I had breakfast shortly after 8:00am and have been chilling in the room since then. I had 3 rolls with egg and sausage. Not very generous. I will...
Chapter 7.3 - An Island
1.3. 6:50 am I wake up. Today we're going on a boat tour around Ha Long and Lan Ha Bay. I seem to have caught a cold. Constantly coughing. Probably from the cold breeze. I...
Chapter 5.7 - Paradise Cave & Departure
Off to Paradise Cave
Chapter 5.6 - Dark Cave & Botanical Garden
23.2. 9:58am Back from breakfast, I pack my bag for today in my room. I want to visit the Dark Cave and the Botanical Garden. Fortunately, it rained heavily yesterday. Today is...
Chapter 5.5 - Off to the Cave
New day, here I am
Chapter 4.3 - (Last?) Day in Quy Nhon
12:18pm I'm currently at the hairdresser's. We woke up around 11am. I got ready and asked Julian where the hairdresser he chose was. The hairdresser I went to yesterday was only...
Tag 20 - Cu Chi Tunnel
After a breakfast consisting of iced coffee with condensed milk and an apple turnover, I was picked up for my day trip. This took me to the Cu Chi Tunnels, which are about an...