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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.
The UNESCO World Heritage Site includes not only the city of Hoi An, but also the craft villages surrounding the city. Our accommodation is located on
We booked two spots (3.50 euros per person) through GetYourGuide at “Duck Leader”—a small farm where you can feed ducks.
At the summit of Fansipan
Hang Mua
Fun Facts about the Mekong Delta: Shopping with a twist: Here, you take a boat to the floating market instead of going to the supermarket. Unfortunately, I don't see it because...
...through the enchanting Hoi An. I even make one myself. Everything is colorful and full of light. I cook spring rolls and papaya salad. At the market, I quickly pass the meat...
The first full day in Hanoi was spent wandering around the city. There’s a lot to see, and even though bicycles from earlier times have now been replaced by scooters and cars,...
On the outbound flight from Amsterdam to Ho Chi Minh City, I had a layover in Xiamen, China. For the 5 hours we could go to the waiting area for transfer flights, but at the...
Dear travel community, today you have to be strong, because this entry is as exciting as a cup of chamomile tea. Ursula, my glitter unicorn, and I first had a good sleep. Yes,...
Da Nang / Hoi An / Hue Friday shortly after 10. Four of us are ready to get in the taxi. The fifth has decided to take a separate moped taxi to the train station because she...
It's been almost two weeks since we took a trip to the southernmost part of Ho Chi Minh, but we thought the post shouldn't be missed. We started at 7am. The backpack was full of...
Xin chào, you little sheep 🐑 Reaching Da Lat was actually different than usual, very relaxed. In Bao Loc we simply jumped into a bus (another strange one with 3 rows) and were...
We have an incredibly beautiful day tour with Linh through the Mekong Delta and the New Year 🐉 2024 begins in Asia 🐉
To be alone again. I was looking forward to the first day and thoroughly enjoyed catching up on all the things that would otherwise simply fall by the wayside, such as planning...
02/01/2024 Get out of bed, pack your things, check out and take the grave to the old town. We headed for the café from yesterday morning, because after all, what's good can be...
January 31, 2024 It's amazing how our perspective on everything changes after many hours of sleep. We ate the last of the Oreo cookies and Kit Kats while we were in bed. Of...
11/14/2023 - 11/22/2023 Cheers to the weather forecasts, which are sometimes right. Moored in Ha Long Bay, it started to rain. It was rainy weather for two whole days and it was...
First of all: Nadine still wins every time at puzzles and I haven't married yet - sad story. But aside from my defeats, I had a really great time in Vietnam. The Phong Nha...
On November 9th we continued to the small island of Con Dao. With a small, bumpy propeller plane✈️ we landed at the insanely large airport of Con Dao. It is so big that there is...
On November 6th We then continued south from central Vietnam.✈️ Can Tho is the largest city in the Mekong Delta region. What you can't move with a moped😅 The city is not...
10/30/2023 - 11/13/2023 We flew on to Vietnam in what was probably the smallest budget airline (Ryanair can pack). We now have three months until the next plane we have booked...
Day 1-8 Actually, I should start even earlier to report on our trip. We didn't fly until October 8th. off, but the time before departure was incredibly intense. In summary, the...
Today was the first rainy day since my arrival in Vietnam. Appropriate for the rainy weather, I had booked a walking tour of Hoi An's old town the day before. Luckily, the rain...
The first thing that greets me when I step on Vietnamese soil is the wind. Cool and gusty, it blows across the airport grounds. After waiting for over 30 minutes for the bus to...
One of our highlights in Cat Ba: spending the night on a houseboat in Lan Ha Bay! After a hearty breakfast and a packing session that varied in speed (guess who's the neater...
26.12., shortly after 15:00, Seoul Airport The sun shines through the airport windows, but it seems quite cold. The flight also passed by very quickly and was relaxing, even...
Hallo zusammen Unser heutiger Tag begann bereits um 5:30 Uhr, Treffpunkt war um 6 Uhr auf dem Deck für ein Briefing. Wir standen tatsächlich auf (nach 4 Stunden Schlaf) und...
19.02.2020: Escaping from the Bed Bugs.
We spent the past few days in the beautiful town of Hôi An in central Vietnam. After a train ride to Da Nang over the Hai Van Pass, which offers spectacular views of the coast,...
Entrance to the Imperial Citadel