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Inspiring Vietnam tours
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From the mighty Mekong Delta in the south to spectacular Halong Bay in the north, a Vietnam holiday will introduce you to a land of mesmerising natural beauty.
Step into the cities, meanwhile, and Vietnam’s fascinating history comes to the fore. Ho Chi Minh City – formerly known as Saigon – offers a vivid introduction, with its ornate temples and pagodas, elegant French colonial architecture and museums and memorials to the Vietnam War.
The coastal city of Hoi An invites you to step back in time. Wander around its characterful old town, which has remained largely untouched since the late 19th century. On the banks of the Perfume River, the imperial palace complex, royal mausolea and temples of Hue are among Vietnam’s most prized historic treasures. And then there’s Hanoi, the nation’s capital, a thriving cultural centre of tree-lined boulevards, colonial buildings and modern skyscrapers, and the gateway to the Gulf of Tonkin, home to the 2,000-plus karst islands of Halong Bay.
Whether you’re exploring the country in depth, combining it with Cambodia, or opting for an incredible Indochina itinerary, our Vietnam tours will help you to experience the very best of this incredible part of the world.
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Cassie Stickland
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What our experts love about Vietnam
My tastebuds always come alive when in Vietnam. In particular I love picking up a Banh Mi from one of the street food stalls in Ho Chi Minh City, finding a spot to enjoy it and watching the world go by as I do. A Banh Mi draws on French/Vietnamese influences and includes a choice of different, fragrant Vietnamese-style fillings, encased in a delicious traditional French baguette - they are heavenly!
What are the best places to visit in Vietnam?
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Hanoi
Hanoi’s blend of age-old temples and contemporary sights make it one of Vietnam’s most vibrant cities. Visit the serene Ngoc Son Temple, dedicated to Tran Hung Dao – a commander of the Tran dynasty in the 13th century. The temple sits right beside a lake and, despite being on the outskirts of the city, the view makes you feel a million miles from wider civilisation. Hanoi’s Temple of Literature is a classic example of authentic Vietnamese architecture, with courtyards, gardens and ponds dotted throughout its grounds.
Hanoi’s blend of age-old temples and contemporary sights make it one of Vietnam’s most vibrant cities. Visit the serene Ngoc Son Temple, dedicated to Tran Hung Dao – a commander of the Tran dynasty in the 13th century. The temple sits right beside a lake and, despite being on the outskirts of the city, the view makes you feel a million miles from wider civilisation. Hanoi’s Temple of Literature is a classic example of authentic Vietnamese architecture, with courtyards, gardens and ponds dotted throughout its grounds.
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Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City played a significant role during the Vietnam War – artefacts and sites throughout the city, such as the Ho Chi Minh City Museum, serve as a poignant reminder of the hardships the war inflicted. The museum is the latest incarnation of the Gia Long Palace, where the former Vietnamese president Ngo Dinh Diem resided before his 1963 assassination – a prelude to the war itself. In terms of buildings, Ho Chi Minh City is renowned for its pagodas. The Jade Emperor Pagoda is perhaps the city’s best known. Built by Taoists, the view of its red façade is rivalled only by that of the interior’s powerful statues.
Ho Chi Minh City played a significant role during the Vietnam War – artefacts and sites throughout the city, such as the Ho Chi Minh City Museum, serve as a poignant reminder of the hardships the war inflicted. The museum is the latest incarnation of the Gia Long Palace, where the former Vietnamese president Ngo Dinh Diem resided before his 1963 assassination – a prelude to the war itself. In terms of buildings, Ho Chi Minh City is renowned for its pagodas. The Jade Emperor Pagoda is perhaps the city’s best known. Built by Taoists, the view of its red façade is rivalled only by that of the interior’s powerful statues.
Hoi An
Nestled on Vietnam’s coast, Hoi An made its name as a port city. These days, it’s a captivating travel destination with trendy bars and restaurants in abundance. Its Ancient Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre with buildings dating back hundreds of years. Spend a day wandering around the canals, temples and mustard-yellow homes and shopfronts before unwinding by the seafront. The Japanese Covered Bridge, an 18th-century wooden bridge complete with symbolic carvings, is another highlight of tours to Hoi An and a token photo hotspot.
Nestled on Vietnam’s coast, Hoi An made its name as a port city. These days, it’s a captivating travel destination with trendy bars and restaurants in abundance. Its Ancient Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Centre with buildings dating back hundreds of years. Spend a day wandering around the canals, temples and mustard-yellow homes and shopfronts before unwinding by the seafront. The Japanese Covered Bridge, an 18th-century wooden bridge complete with symbolic carvings, is another highlight of tours to Hoi An and a token photo hotspot.
Cai Be
Rural Vietnam showcases an entirely different way of life to that of the country’s urban areas. Cai Be is a small village located in the Mekong Delta region, complete with fruit and vegetable gardens, an old colonial French church, and marketplaces which sell the local produce. On our Vietnam tours, explore the village at your leisure then take a trishaw trip through the surrounding area, uncovering the small factories which are the beating heart of inner Vietnam.
Rural Vietnam showcases an entirely different way of life to that of the country’s urban areas. Cai Be is a small village located in the Mekong Delta region, complete with fruit and vegetable gardens, an old colonial French church, and marketplaces which sell the local produce. On our Vietnam tours, explore the village at your leisure then take a trishaw trip through the surrounding area, uncovering the small factories which are the beating heart of inner Vietnam.
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More information about Vietnam
Our Vietnam escorted tours allows you to really experience this wonderful country. You won’t just see the sights – you’ll sample the cuisine, chat with locals and hear in-depth insight from expert guides.
We also offer the chance to combine Vietnam with its neighbours. On Essential Vietnam and Cambodia, you’ll spend a week in Vietnam, before finishing with three nights in temple-dotted Siem Reap. Images of Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, meanwhile, is a comprehensive three-week tour of the region. You can also team Vietnam with Cambodia and Thailand on our Mighty Mekong tour.
Whichever itinerary you choose, you’ll enjoy our VIP door-to-door transfers in the UK (ideal before and after the long flight), and the services of a knowledgeable tour manager throughout the trip.
Covering over 15˚ of latitude and 2,000 miles of coastline, Vietnam’s climate is diverse to say the least. In the north, around Hanoi and Halong Bay, winters are cool and dry (think temperatures in the high teens and early 20s), while summers are hot, wet and humid. Central Vietnam, including Hue, Hoi An and Nha Trang, is hot and dry from January through to August; September to December is still warm, but wetter. Down in the south, the rainy season runs between May and October - temperatures are balmy all year round.
Our pick for the best time to visit Vietnam would be October to March, as it's generally drier across the board. Temperatures in northern Vietnam can drop as low as 10 degrees in December and January, so we recommend packing some warmer clothing just in case if you’re planning a Vietnam holiday for this time.
Flight time from London to Hanoi is approximately 11 hours 5 minutes.
Vietnamese is the official language of Vietnam. Our Vietnam tours are accompanied by local Titan tour managers who speak the language, so they’ll be able to assist with any translation issues.
Currently, UK citizens require a visa to travel to Vietnam. Requirements can change, though – for the most up-to-date information on visas, please use the quick-check tool on our visa requirements page.
The Vietnamese dong is the currency in Vietnam. Credit cards are accepted in most of the big cities, but we’d recommend carrying some cash as well, as a back-up.
We suggest taking a selection of lightweight cottons and linens that you can layer on - adding or removing as and when you want to. Bear in mind that even if it’s hot outside, any air-conditioning indoors can be quite chilling, so a cardigan or similar may come in handy. A jacket/warmer layers are useful for cooler evenings, and we also suggest a compact waterproof jacket for occasional showers.
When visiting temples, churches and religious sites, visitors should cover their arms and shoulders - entry may be refused to those wearing shorts. You may be required to remove your shoes when entering such sites, so it’s handy to have slip on shoes.
For service in restaurants etc. 10% is usual. Where an expert local guide (step-on guide) takes your city tour, it’s customary to tip a nominal amount (your Vietnam tour manager will advise on this). If you request wheelchair assistance at airports, it’s customary to tip the porter.
At the beginning of our Vietnam escorted tours, your tour manager may suggest a tipping pool system, which will allow them to tip boat crew and staff in hotels (and restaurants where no service charge has been added to the bill) on the group’s behalf. This helps to avoid the necessity to have a constant supply of small change.
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