Vietnam itineraries
From motorcycle trips to luxury tours, plan the perfect itinerary in Vietnam with these recommended trip ideas, curated by Vietnam's official tourism website.
Best barefoot luxury retreats in Vietnam
Get to know a few of Vietnam's leading sustainable resorts, from beachfront hotels to mountain lodges, in this round-up by Vietnam Tourism.
Vietnam's ancient Champa Kingdom
Six kilometres west of Phan Rang town in Central Vietnam lies a low hill topped by three mysterious brick temple-towers known as Po Klong Garai. Climbing over rocky ground dotted with cacti, you will reach the 13th century shrines, a legacy of the Kingdom of Champa, a powerful Indianised culture that flourished in South-Central Vietnam from the 4th to 13th centuries. Gazing at the arid landscape below and the jagged red brick towers overhead, it’s impossible not to feel the magic of this sacred
Ho Chi Minh City for wellness lovers
If you love taking great care of your body and mind, here are our top suggestions to enhance your stay in Ho Chi Minh City.
3 perfect days in Danang
Do you only have 72 hours in Danang? Check out travel writer Duncan Forgan's hour-by-hour breakdown of Central Vietnam's favorite beach city, Danang, all in the span of weekend.
The story of Vietnamese pho
To the casual visitor, the province of Nam Dinh flies under the radar. Situated in the Red River Delta, Nam Dinh is known for agricultural areas and beautiful churches. Tran Hung Dao, the 13th-century national hero who helped defeat invading Mongol hordes, came from these parts. But Nam Dinh’s most significant contribution to Vietnam is the beef noodle soup, phở bò. Legends and myths mean that many histories in Vietnam are coloured a variety of shades.
9 Vietnamese beaches perfect for families
Whether you have a toddler in tow who loves to sculpt sandcastles or a teen hoping to learn to ride the waves, the beach has something to offer every age group. Meanwhile mom and dad have the chance to join in the fun or watch from the sidelines while basking in the tropical rays.
Traditional ethnic costumes in Vietnam
The best fashion show in Vietnam doesn't happen on the runway, but in the highlands, at country markets, and among the small villages of the country's ethnic groups.
Where to try Vietnam's best craft beers
Young urbanites across the country are pulling up a stool at Vietnam’s new breweries and taprooms to sample original, locally inspired brews.
The perfect weekend in Ha Noi
The best way to spend 48 hours in Hanoi? Get an insider guide to Vietnam's capital city in this complete itinerary by VietnamTourism.
12 traditional Vietnamese souvenirs
Tribal Textiles A Cham woman weaves using an elaborate loom in Chau Doc.Tribal textiles are prized possessions for tourists in Vietnam as the opportunity to see and buy such uniquely exquisite, hand-stitched craftsmanship is a rare luxury to those visiting from the West.
11 must-see attractions in Ha Noi
Hanoi will simultaneously surprise, charm and chew you up. Founded along the Red River, Hanoi was named Thang Long (soaring dragon) by Emperor Ly Thai To in 1010. Over a thousand years of war, natural disasters and new administrations, the city grew from swamplands into the charismatic capital it is today.
7 must-see attractions in HCMC
While modernity has swept Vietnam's southern capital, it's not hard to find pockets here and there that celebrate its complex history.
The perfect weekend in HCMC
Do you only have 48 hours in Ho Chi Minh City? Check out travel writer Sian Kavanagh's hour-by-hour breakdown of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly known as Saigon) on a weekend.
Eating Vietnam with Anthony Bourdain
See a list of restaurants Anthony Bourdain has eaten on his shows in Vietnam, plus one foodie's personal account of dining the same venues, by VietnamTourism.
Cave country: Phong Nha
Plan your trip to Phong Nha with the help of this list of the best tours and advencture activities in Phong Nha, including prices, where to book, and more. By Vietnam Tourism