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Reasons to Visit Vietnam

  • Cultural excursions

    There is so much more to do in Vietnam than just the odd city tour and museum. Kite making in Hue, a fisherman eco-tour in Hoi An, an educational talk in Hanoi, cycling through the rice terraces of Sapa - there are many wonderful ways to see the country, experience its culture and meet its people.

    Cultural excursions
  • History

    Famous for the Vietnam War, you can of course visit the War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi tunnels in Saigon. However, the country's history has many other facets to be explored such as the old merchant town of Hoi An or the imperial city of Hue. The imprints of the former foreign rules of the Chinese and French are present wherever you go from iconic buildings to everyday life; past and present existing in harmony.

    History
  • Value for money

    Vietnam offers great value for money from every angle. From hotels to transport to food, your US dollars or Vietnamese Dong will go far!

    Value for money
  • Local cuisine

    Vietnamese food is renowned for its freshness, bold flavours and presentation. It is an integral part of the local culture and each region has its own unique and wonderful dishes. This part of Southeast Asia is undoubtedly one of the best places in the world to eat. And if you want to learn the art of Vietnamese cooking yourself, there are also a number of fantastic cooking courses for you to enjoy.

    Local cuisine
  • People

    The people of Vietnam are among the friendliest you will ever meet. They are also extremely resilient having survived foreign invasions by the Chinese and French, as well as famine and war with their cultural identity remaining intact. You only have to witness the National Flag Raising ceremony in Ba Dinh Square, Hanoi to witness a nation united not simply by patriotism, but by a very strong sense of community and respect.

    People
  • Scenery

    From the UNESCO site of Halong Bay with its thousands of limestone outcrops to the Tonkinese Alps and lush green rice terraces of Sapa, Vietnam offers an abundance of stunning scenery and landscapes. Besides natural assets, there are plenty of other man-made photo opportunities such as the colourful floating markets of the Mekong Delta and the bustling streets of the Old Quarter in Hanoi.

    Scenery

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Travel Guides for Vietnam

Read our Vietnam travel guides with advice and insight from our country specialists

Mekong River Cruise

Perhaps the most scenic river in Asia, a cruise on the Mekong is one of the highlight's of visiting Vietnam. Other cruise options include exploring the limestone karsts of Halong Bay by junk. Either way, cruises in Vietnam are one of the most popular ways to enjoy the country.

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Vietnam Honeymoons

Plan your perfect honeymoon to Vietnam with Audley. Discover some of the beautiful properties available and how you can make your honeymoon in Vietnam extra special.

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Vietnamese Food

Vietnamese food is unique in flavour with strong influences from China and the former French colonialists. As a result, it is a refined and varied cuisine that has become increasingly familiar to the Western palate. We highlight some of the essential must-try dishes and the places where they are found.

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Other travel guides of interest in this region

Cruises in Southeast Asia

Explore the fascinating sights of Southeast Asia while on a relaxing cruise and observe everyday life, wildlife and scenery.

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Indigenous Cultures of Southeast Asia

Visit Southeast Asia's minority groups and discover how to give something back to the areas in which you spend time.

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Eco-friendly Holidays in Southeast Asia

Explore Audley's guide to eco-friendly holidays in Southeast Asia. View the charities we support, recommended eco-accommodation options, and selected eco-friendly itineraries.

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Southeast Asian Cuisine

Trade routes, historic connections, colonialism and common sources of ingredients have left many strong links between the dishes found throughout Southeast Asia. We investigate the very distinct national variations that have evolved in Southeast Asia.

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UNESCO Sites of Indochina

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) was set up to protect culturally important sites from around the world. Here, we focus on eight sites in Indochina.

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