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Vietnam changes completely from north to south, and travel between the two is quick by air. Food is excellent everywhere and costs stay low.
Best time · The country is too long for a single seasonSuggested length · 10 to 12 nights to travel north to south without rushing
Where should you go?
- Hanoi and Ha Long Bay in the north
- Ninh Binh for limestone landscape without the coast
- Hoi An and Hue in the centre
- Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta in the south
What should you do?
- Spend a night on a boat in Ha Long or Lan Ha Bay
- Have clothes made in Hoi An
- Cycle the countryside around Hoi An or Ninh Binh
What should you eat or experience?
- Pho, bun cha and banh mi differ meaningfully between regions
- Vietnamese coffee culture is worth building a morning around
Where is a good area to stay?
- Hanoi: Old Quarter for atmosphere, French Quarter for quiet
- Hoi An: old town or the beach a few minutes away
When should you visit?
The country is too long for a single season. February to April and August to October suit most north-to-south itineraries.
How long should you spend there?
10 to 12 nights to travel north to south without rushing.
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Vietnam: Halong to Hoi An · 7 nights · Starting from ₹79,999. Starting price shown for reference. Final pricing depends on travel dates, availability, accommodation, transport and selected inclusions.
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