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Most visitors to Vietnam are overwhelmed by the sublime beauty of the country's natural setting: the Red River Delta in the north, the Mekong Delta in the south and almost the entire coastal strip are a patchwork of brilliant green rice paddies tended by women in conical hats.

There are some divine beaches along the coast, while inland there are soaring mountains, some of which are cloaked by dense, misty forests. Vietnam also offers an opportunity to see a country of traditional charm and rare beauty rapidly opening up to the outside world.

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A Must-Do experience in Hoi An.

Written by corin, October 2011

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 1

It is a great way to learn the Champa culture by visiting My Son sanctuary, enjoying Cham music, dance performance and tasting Vietnamese food by a hands-on cooking class on board Cinnamon Cruises. ... 
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Hanoi-Halong-Sapa-Hue Hoi An-Ho Chi Minh/Best of Vietnam 14 Days / 13 Nights

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Written by johnson, April 2011

5 star rating: Highly Recommended 1

This well paced tour encompasses all the must see sights of Vietnam Historic Hanoi, light adventure to the colorful land of hill tribes - Sapa, a cruise around spectacular Halong Bay, the ancient ... 
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3 Days in Ho Chi Minh City: Suggested Itineraries

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Written by Viator, August 2010

4.5 star rating: Recommended 341 | Tours & Tickets

Ho Chi Minh is the largest city in Vietnam, and is populated by more than 9 million people. Located on the Saigon River, it is the economic center and cultural trendsetter for the rest of the ... 
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3 Days in Hanoi: Suggested Itineraries

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Written by Viator, August 2010

4.5 star rating: Recommended 105 | Tours & Tickets

The northern Vietnamese city of Hanoi is a beguiling mix of modern and ancient, Asian traditions and colonial legacies. Elegant balconied buildings front tree-lined boulevards, while cyclists and ... 
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Get some clothes made in Hoi An

Written by Undercover American, Australie, October 2010

Getting some clothes made by a tailor while you are in Vietnam can almost count as a 'cultural experience'. I've never had clothes made for me before (well except by my mother and I'm not ... 
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How to cross the road in Vietnam

Written by Undercover American, Australie, October 2010

In most places, walking across the road is not an adventure. It is in Vietnam. I actually met some tourists who would only cross the road in a taxi. Not only is that limiting but it can get ... 
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Train Travel in Vietnam

John Reality

Written by John Reality, Cambodia, November 2012

If you’re looking for a way to see the beautiful country of Vietnam and want to be more comfortable than you might be on a bus, the train is the way to go. Luckily for visitors, the train system is ... 
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3 Days in Hoi An: Suggested Itineraries

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Written by Viator, May 2013

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The UNESCO World Heritage town of Hoi An is an ancient trading port on the Vietnamese cost of the South China Sea. Today this 2,000-year-old city is a popular destination for tourists who come to see ... 
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Cruising Ha Long Bay on a Junk Boat

John Reality

Written by John Reality, Cambodia, December 2012

Often included in informal lists of the world’s greatest natural wonders, Ha Long Bay ’s karst formations make it a fantastic place to visit for travelers looking to devote a considerable amount ... 
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Hidden Gem must see Island

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Written by koalakiss86, Australia, November 2010

"Cat Ba Island" Leave from Hanoi, for $50US you can have a 3 day adventure all inclusive, meals, accom, and transport to and from the island. Its a must see for singles and families as it can ... 
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Ho Chi Minh Water Puppets

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Written by Viator, April 2011

The water puppet show at restaurant Ngon, in Thao Dien village, is refreshingly uncomplicated and at the same time culturally intriguing. Enjoy tasty Vietnamese cuisine with a glass of pinot noir as ... 
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Street Food in Hanoi

John Reality

Written by John Reality, Cambodia, March 2013

Street food in Vietnam is notoriously varied, inexpensive, and accessible throughout the country, particular via street venders and market stalls. The baseline is a combination of a long history of ... 
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Take a Vietnamese Cooking Class

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Written by Viator, May 2013

Cooking classes are a popular and affordable activity for travelers to Vietnam—and they are also a great way for solo visitors to meet others on the move. These culinary excursions provide a unique ... 
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The best hotel I ever stayed

Written by Ahmudhamah, February 2011

I stayed at Indochina hotel for 3 days. Their staffs were excellent, they can speak languages and offered me very nice services. That's great value for my time in Hanoi. I will stay again
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Where to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Vietnam

John Reality

Written by John Reality, Cambodia, December 2012

In a country like Vietnam, where outdoor celebrations are rampant with almost any occasion, New Year’s Eve is especially amazing. In an already very busy District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City, millions of ... 
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Pedal Power: cyclo tour of Ho Chi Minh City

Photo by: Leanne B, Australia
Doing what: Ho Chi Minh Cyclo and Walking Small Group Adventure Tour