Foodie? Beach hopper? Culture buff? Vietnam has something for every type
of traveller.
Whether you’re here for the 3,000km of tropical coastline, to explore
the Old Quarter of Hanoi or journey into the largest cave in the world
at Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, there’s adventure waiting for you
here. Need more convincing? Here’s why you should visit Vietnam.
🏛️ History
Vietnam is one of the oldest cultures in Southeast Asia – dating back to
2000BCE – and it has a complicated history that began with the native
Dong Son culture thousands of years ago. The country has been influenced
by Chinese, Khmer and Indian cultures, as well as French colonialism.
🍛 Delicious food
Street food is a trademark of Vietnam. Stop at one of those food stalls
on the sidewalk, grab a small plastic stool and sit down. From pho
noodle soup, spring rolls, banh mi and sticky rice to seafood,
Vietnamese food is invariably tasty, fresh and healthy.
🥭 Fresh fruit
Fans of watermelon, pineapple, banana, mango and mandarin will certainly
be happy in Vietnam, where you can also discover a selection you may
have never seen before. Fruit is sold everywhere, from the markets to
the sidewalks to the mall, and it’s always fresh and cheap.
☕️ Best coffee in the world
The second largest coffee exporter worldwide, Vietnam has an excellent
coffee culture. Black coffee, coffee with condensed milk, coffee with
coconut milk, coffee with egg yolk, coffee with yoghurt – try it all.
😍 Friendly people
Friendliness is present in every corner of Vietnam, from the urban cities to rural countryside. Don’t hesitate to make friends and explore local culture while you’re here.
🏝️ Beautiful beaches
While Thailand and the Philippines are popular spots for beach holidays, Vietnam’s tropical beaches are far less frequented. Go before they are discovered.
🗻 Magnificent mountains
Mountaineers will love Vietnam, home to the highest peak in Indochina, Fansipan. Sapa, in the north of Vietnam, attracts not only leisure travellers but also serious mountain hikers.