Overview for Vietnam
Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital and is a city of lakes, broad boulevards, yellow stucco buildings and an abundance of bicycles. Visit ancient temples and the famous 36 streets of the Old Quarter. Halong Bay is one of the scenic wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The bay is studded with thousands of limestone outcrops, islands and grottos of surreal beauty.
Hue was the last imperial city of Vietnam and the centre of Vietnamese culture. This small, quiet city is justly famed for the magnificent architecture on the banks of the Perfume River. The ancient town of Hoi An is a touring highlight with a town small enough for strolling, white sandy beaches nearby and is a haven for diners and shoppers alike.
Saigon, (officially named Ho Chi Minh City) is the bustling and vibrant economic centre. Visit the History Museum, Thien Hau Pagoda, Binh Tay Markets and the Chinatown district of Cholon. Explore Cu Chi to see the impressive underground Viet Cong tunnel network. In the southernmost region of Vietnam is the lush scenic world of the Mekong Delta with friendly bustling river towns.
Best time to visit
Vietnam is a year-round destination, and has a tropical monsoon climate with wet and dry seasons, which vary from north to south. In general, the dry season lasts from Nov to Apr in the north, south and central highland regions. The coolest, driest times to visit are: Oct to Jan (north), Feb to Apr (Central Highlands) and late Dec to Mar (south).
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When To Go
Vietnam is a year round destination. The seasons vary from north to south and all have differing monsoon periods. March and April, and September and October are considered the best months to visit.