Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia’s most popular backpacking destinations, attracting visitors year round. Travellers come for the lush landscape, breathtaking views and fascinating culture. Remnants of the relatively recent Vietnam War can be seen up and down the country. It has, however, not affected the kindness of the Vietnamese people. You’ll be welcomed with

Halong Bay consists of 1,600 limestone islands and can be found in northern Vietnam. A trip to Vietnam wouldn’t be complete without visiting one of the truly beautiful natural wonders of the world. The famed UNESCO World Heritage Site is well known for its incredible landscape, tranquillity and wildlife. Halong Bay is the top destination

The beach resort town of Mui Ne stretches along 12km of coast and can be found in Southeast Vietnam. It’s almost impossible to get lost in the small town, the main strip consists of one main road filled with resorts, hotels, restaurants and bars. Originally a fishing town, Mui Ne has been transformed over the

Hoi An, also known as the city of lights, is well known for its colourful lanterns and well-preserved ancient buildings. The Ancient Town on Vietnam’s central coast is the perfect place to relax and unwind. 48 hours in Hoi An may seem like a small amount of time to visit the UNESCO-listed town but you

One of Southeast Asia’s most popular tourist destinations, Vietnam is a hotspot for nature lovers, thrill seekers and foodies. The picture-perfect landscape, friendly locals and culture make for an incredible experience. Its capital, Hanoi has an old-style feel to it unlike the rest of the country and its winding roads are easy to get lost

A UNESCO World Heritage site and national park, Phong Nha-Ke Bang is riddled with caves and is home to the oldest karst mountains in Asia. Located on the north central coast region of Vietnam, the national park was originally created to protect one of the world’s two largest karst regions, consisting of 300 caves and

Located in northern Vietnam in the Lao Cai Province, Sapa’s iconic rice paddies and towering mountain ranges attract a diverse range of visitors throughout the year. The quiet mountain town is filled with diverse ethnic minority people and villages in the surrounding area. A truly unique destination, 380km northwest of Hanoi, the Hoang Lien Son

Set in Vietnam’s southern central highlands, Da Lat is a beautiful mountain town surrounded by rolling landscapes, waterfalls and forests. Known for its coffee, flowers and cool climate, Da Lat is a popular destination, allowing visitors to escape the heat. Originally built by the French as a resort town in the early 1900s, much of

One of Southeast Asia’s most exciting and popular tourist destinations, Vietnam’s striking landscape and contrasting cities make it a truly magical place to visit. A hotspot for foodies, thrill-seekers and nature lovers alike, there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re visiting the charming capital of Hanoi with its older architecture and narrow streets or heading to

An extremely popular backpacking destination but unlike its very touristy neighbour, Thailand, it still has that untouched feel. Known for its varying landscapes ranging from rolling mountains in the north to rivers, beaches and bustling cities. Its natural beauty, culture and history mean Vietnam is only bound to get even more popular as a backpacking