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Vietnam preserves an exceptional historical, cultural, and natural heritage, which makes the destination exceptionally attractive for all tourists. It would be too tedious for us to list all the treasures that our country conceals. Among the wonders in Vietnam discovery tours, here are the must-see sites not to be missed during your stay in the land of the dragon.
Vietnam top destinations
Sapa is the highest part of Vietnam with Mount Fansipan, nicknamed “the roof of Indochina”. Blessed with a cool climate all year round, Sapa town was the hot spring resort of colonial times. In addition to the rice terraces as far as the eye can see, the mountains, the streams… Sapa is also the home of a large number of ethnic minorities, whose culture is very interesting to discover.
Hanoi well preserves several notable historical and cultural sites of the country. Travelers love its fascinating street food. You should normally stay 2 days or more in Hanoi to experience all the beauty of the old city.
One of the Seven Wonders of the Modern World, Halong Bay is located in Quang Ninh province, 160 km east of Hanoi. Depending on time and budget, travelers can cruise here for two days and one night or three days and two nights aboard a traditional wooden junk.
However, as Halong Bay has become very popular with tourists, travelers tend to choose cruises to Bai Tu Long and Lan Ha bays, which have similar scenery but are less crowded.
With a large number of natural, cultural and historical sites, Ninh Binh is a destination not to be missed during your Vietnam discovery tours. Easy to reach from Hanoi, you can get there by bus or train and the trip only takes about 2 hours.
Travelers come to Hue to experience the royal remains of Vietnam’s last feudal dynasty. Visits to the tombs of the kings, the Imperial City or the tombs of the eunuchs of the Tu Hieu pagoda… are very popular. Hue is also renowned for its excellent cuisine and royal court music. Don’t forget to taste a “bun bo” – noodle soup from Hue.
Hoi An has been voted the second favorite tourist destination in Asia, according to Conde Nast Traveler magazine. It is a very special destination which offers many activities: visiting its ancient city, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site; discovering the combined architecture of several countries; cycling through the countryside; visiting craft factories, resting on the beautiful beach, tasting the excellent cuisine, shopping for tailor-made clothes and shoes while enjoying the luxury of the seaside resorts, etc.
Ho Chi Minh City is totally different from Hanoi. Despite some vestiges of the colonial era, the city looks very much like a western city full of skyscrapers. Its streets are very lively and vibrant day and night. It is the ideal place to shop, go to the bars and discover the dynamic life of the young Vietnamese generation.
The Mekong is one of the longest rivers in the world that crosses several countries before flowing into the sea from Vietnamese territory.
The Mekong Delta in Vietnam is a special region where almost all human activities depend on the Mekong River. You will find lush orchards, rice fields as far as the eye can see, floating markets that are held very early in the morning, and friendly people
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English is the most popular in Vietnam. In tourist destinations like Hanoi, Da Nang, Nha Trang and Ho Chi Minh City, people can speak English at a decent level, so it’s quite convenient for Vietnam discovery tours. However, when traveling in rural areas, it is advisable to download a few translation apps on your smartphone so that you do not encounter language barriers.
Unfortunately, taxi scams are a concern for travelers in Vietnam. Use only reputable taxi companies, such as Taxi Group in Hanoi (red and blue horizontal stripes), Vinasun in Ho Chi Minh City (white taxis) and Mai Linh in both cities (green taxis). Grab, Bee and GoViet are also available to book rides in major cities in Vietnam if you have a Vietnamese SIM card.
Currently, there is no vaccination requirement before entering Vietnam, unless travelers are arriving from the yellow fever area (countries in South America and Africa). However, be careful and check your health record and make sure you are vaccinated against at least the following diseases: typhoid, tetanus, poliomyelitis and hepatitis.
Remember that there is a risk of malaria in a few rural areas of Vietnam. Be sure to contact your hospitals and take medical advice for your children at least two months before your trip.
The official commercial airline, Vietnam Airlines, flies to 21 destinations across the country and is a reliable option. If you’re on a tight budget, Vietjet, Jetstar and newcomer Bamboo Airways are affordable options, but have a reputation for delays.
We strongly recommend that you take out international travel insurance. By having international coverage, you won’t have to worry about emergencies that can arise anytime, anywhere, before or during your trip, such as having to fly home to join a family member or having to modify or cancel a trip due to a natural disaster.
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I had a wonderful trip thanks to Mr. Alex Duy who was so nice and supportive. IDC Travel's services were amazing and both of us had a great time in Vietnam. We love this itinerary, it was so well organized and so interesting. We will book again with your team if we plan to come back to Southeast Asia again.