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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.
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.
After fleeing the city more or less last night, today we wanted to take a relaxed look at the most famous places. When we walked into town after a super delicious breakfast at...
The plan for today was quite simple: drive a long stretch along the coast towards the north. So we packed our motorcycles and started off. The route first led us back to the...
Our destination for today was the mountain town of Da Lat. Since we knew it was a relatively long distance to drive, we set off early. The roads became more and more curvy and...
Today we had a long drive ahead of us. Our destination is Cu Chi, a district north of Ho Chi Minh City. Since there was no major city to stay overnight between our starting...
How time flies! It doesn't seem long to me when I was on the plane to Hanoi, and now half of my time here has already passed. I have already been able to visit many interesting...
We spent the last 4 days in Mui Ne. We stayed at Backpackervillage for only 2.50€ per night. It was a great deal with a pool and evening activities. Unfortunately, due to the...
Today we visited the Marble Mountains in Da Nang. They are located on the edge of the city, and in the area around the mountains, many marble statues are sold, some of which are...
We discovered this hotel on Booking.com and it is still quite new and beautiful. It is fantastically designed with very modern furnishings and a wonderful pool where you can...
The Hoan Kiem Lake in the Vietnamese capital Hanoi always invites for a leisurely walk. It has the ideal size for a not too long but also not too short walk through the...
The last 3 days we were in Hanoi - the capital of Vietnam. Besides a small shopping trip, we also experienced a lot of culture here. First, we visited the prison museum, which...
Today we were able to visit a temple that has the most Buddha statues in all of Asia. The monk who leads this temple is very famous in Vietnam, which is why many people travel...
Today we were allowed to cross a border once again. It took forever to get the exit stamp from Cambodia, and that in the blazing heat of noon. When entering, you really have to be...
Vietnam - Ho-Chi-Minh
Many foreign travelers, including Germans, find beach holidays in Viet Nam interesting. Unlike the well-known beaches like Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, Quy Nhon is a quiet place with...
24 hours on a bus. And you can hardly believe what can happen on such a trip.
On the 26th of February, Valentin and I traveled from Da Lat to Mui Ne. In Mui Ne, we found a cool backpacker hostel where we met a lot of people. On the first day, we went to...
We have more than enough seadays on this trip. 6 to be exact. What do we do on seadays? I thought I would read a lot. So far, I haven't even read a book. The ship has so much to...
Xin Chao, Hello friends and those who stayed at home, let's continue to the next section with the train in the wood class. In the true sense of the word, the seats are made of...
Hello friends, Unfortunately, the weather is still not better, but we don't let it get us down. We are sitting in a bus that is way too cramped, and we will reach Halong City...
Xin Chao - Good day Green rice terraces, beautiful mountain landscape, and mild climate, that's how it looks here, just not right now, only in 4 months when everything blooms....
After a few overnight stays in Hanoi, we are now in Sapa in northern Vietnam, quite close to the Chinese border. The area is a national park and unbelievably beautiful. We took...
Suddenly a millionaire
Finally arrived at the sea and the weather was excellent, just under 30 degrees ☀️
I have decided to spend my last days in Hanoi. I spontaneously took a van from my homestay in Ninh Binh to Hanoi and checked into an accommodation that, aside from the bed and...
Hue really surprised me. I arrived and it looked beautiful, what unfolded before me. The promenade along the river looked stunning, and I walked to my hostel where I wanted to...
Wednesday 02.10 - We flew from Bangkok to Ho-Chi-Minh at noon (70€ per person and about 2h flight). Our hotel was the Duc Vuong Saigon right in the Bui Vien Street. The hotel...
For everyone who is wondering how we are doing: Actually quite well. After a challenging evening in which we doubted everything and were really desperate because cockroach lord...
I start with a morning run through Hanoi: very high humidity and wet/slippery streets await me. At 7 in the morning, it's already busy - many vendors are already hard at work....
Planned: Hanoi, transfer to hotel, arrive at hotel, try some street food, rooftop pool. Did: Hanoi, transfer to hotel, arrive at hotel, try some street food, restaurant, foot...
Moin🌻 So bin in Da Nang. Den Nachtzug habe ich überlebt auch wenn ich jetzt weiß das ich diesen Zug nie wieder buchen werde. Die Bettwäsche wir nicht gewaschen. Zum Glück hatte...