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Tran Quoc Pagoda, Hanoi

Vivid colours, breathtaking landscapes, dramatic coastlines, fascinating history, exquisite cuisine and a frenetic pace of life – that’s Vietnam. The capital, Hanoi features tree-lined boulevards, French and Chinese influences and vibrant, colourful markets. For many, a trip to Vietnam isn’t complete without a cruise into the spectacular bay of Halong, where more than 2,000 islets rise from the Gulf of Tonkin.

Hoi An Full Moon Lantern Festival

The far south features Ho Chi Minh City,

also known as Saigon. Being Vietnam’s largest city, it teems with life as a never-ending stream of motorcycles zig-zag their way through the bustling streets. For a more relaxing pace, head to the Mekong Delta, Vietnam’s ‘rice basket’, or to the ancient city of Hoi An for a leisurely stroll through the old quarter with its charming souvenir shops and restaurants. Da Nang and Nha Trang offer beautiful resorts on attractive beaches with crystal clear water.

At a glance Capital city: Hanoi Emirates gateways: • Ho Chi Minh Tan Son Nhat International Airport • Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport Distance from airport to city centre: • Hanoi: 45 kilometres • Ho Chi Minh City: 8 kilometres Time zone: GMT + 7 hours Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND): USD 1 = VND 21,461 Languages: Vietnamese is the official language.

English and French are spoken in tourist areas.

Mekong Delta Markets

When to visit: Vietnam can be visited year round.

With its 2,000 kilometres of coastline, Vietnam has three different weather systems ruled by opposing monsoons in the north and south. This means that you are bound to have sunshine, as well as rain during your visit. The driest season is December to June in the south and central part with the north being cool and misty. June to September is dry and sunny on the coast.

Hanoi

Myanmar

Halong Bay

Laos

Vietnam Hue Da Nang Hoi an

Thailand Nha Trang

Cambodia GULF OF THAILAND

Ho Chi Minh City

Events: • Tet Nguyen Dan, Vietnamese New Year (seven days between late January and mid-February) • Hoi An Full Moon Lantern Festival (every 14th day of the lunar month)

Did you know?

Ha Noi means ‘city inside rivers’.

Nguyen is the most common first or family name, held by approximately 40% of all Vietnamese.

Vietnam is, after Thailand, the biggest rice producer in the world.

Hmong People in Sapa

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Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

Hanoi A cocktail of modernity and history with calm and green boulevards, colourful markets, parks, skyscrapers and a vibrant nightlife, this capital city enjoys the exoticism of old Asia with the dynamism of the new. Explore bustling streets, enchanting pagodas, lakeside promenades and new shopping malls.

Walk through the busy streets of the Old Quarter filled with neighbourhood shops, flower stalls, pavement cafes and a mass of motorbikes. Discover the cultural capital with Hanoi City Highlights or City Cyclo excursions, enjoy an evening at the Water Puppet Show and explore the magical beauty of Halong Bay with an Overnight Halong Bay cruise. Try your hand at making your own pottery in historical Bat Trang Pottery village.

Park Hyatt Saigon

Hilton Hanoi Opera

Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi ★★★★★ Located in the heart of Hanoi, steps away from Opera House in the French Quarter, this award-winning French colonial-style hotel blends a timeless elegance with colonial grandeur. Noi Bai International Airport is 35 kilometres away.

364 rooms and suites, three restaurants, three bars, 24-hour room service, shops, hairdresser, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and hammam.

Hilton Hanoi Opera ★★★★★ Centrally located in the historic French Quarter, this multi-award winning landmark hotel is a short walk from the famous Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake. Unwind in traditionally styled rooms and discover Vietnamese culinary delights at Ba Mien restaurant.

Noi Bai International Airport is 35 kilometres away.

268 rooms and suites, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shops, babysitting, outdoor pool and fitness centre.

Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon

Ho Chi Minh City

Park Hyatt Saigon

Once dearly called ‘Diamond of the Far East’ and still commonly known as Saigon, Ho Chi Minh is the city of commerce and culture. The architecture and lifestyle of the city share American and Chinese influences. Benh Tanh Market is the best place to bargain and buy local products while Vincom Mall, Tax Mall and Diamond Plaza can excite fashion enthusiasts. Families can enjoy visiting the three main amusement parks: Dam Sen, Suoi Tien and Dai Nam. Visit the floating market and enjoy scenic views of the Mekong Delta on a Mekong Delta boat tour.

Explore mysteries of the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn more about Vietnamese life during the Vietnam War on a half-day Cu Chi Tunnels tour.

★★★★★ Experience the essence of the modern Vietnamese lifestyle at this grand hotel which rises majestically above District 1 in the heart of the city and just steps away from Saigon‘s main tourist attractions as well as the Business District. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is seven kilometres away.

Renaissance Riverside Hotel Saigon ★★★★★ With spectacular views over the Saigon River and the vibrant city centre, this charming hotel is within a few minutes’ walking distance from the main attractions such as Opera House and Benh Tanh market. Tan Son Nhat International Airport is seven kilometres away.

245 rooms and suites, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, babysitting, 336 rooms and suites, two restaurants, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna bar, 24-hour room service, babysitting, and massage treatments. outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna and massage treatments.

Combine your stay in Hanoi with an overnight cruise in Halong Bay.

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Tours

Mekong Delta, Vietnam

Mekong Delta Sapa

Highlights of Vietnam

Hidden Charms of Northern Vietnam

8 days/7 nights – Air and chauffeur-driven private tour

5 days/4 nights – Train and chauffeur-driven private tour

Visit the intriguing Old Quarter in the picturesque capital city of Hanoi, view awe-inspiring seascapes in Halong Bay, explore the ancient town of Hoi An and get a fascinating insight into life along the Mekong Delta.

Experience the graceful architectural heritage of Hanoi. Wander through the colourful markets and enjoy the views of the epic scenery, often subdued by thick mist rolling across the peaks in Sapa.

Day 1: Hanoi You will be met on arrival at Hanoi International Airport and transferred to your hotel, where you can enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 1: Hanoi On arrival in Hanoi, you will be transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 2: Hanoi Discover some of the historical and cultural attractions of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One-Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature and the Ngoc Son Temple. Visit Bat Trang ceramic village where you can make your own piece of pottery.

Day 2: Hanoi – Lao Cai Discover some of the historical and cultural attractions of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One-Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature, the Ngoc Son Temple and selected museums. In the afternoon, enjoy a leisurely one-hour cyclo tour of Hanoi. Transfer to the Hanoi train station in the evening for an overnight train trip to Lao Cai.

Day 3: Hanoi – Halong Bay (180 kilometres) In the morning, transfer to Halong City, where you embark on an overnight cruise to one of the most scenic areas of the world – a dramatic seascape of over 2,000 limestone karsts.

Day 4-5: Halong Bay – Hanoi – Hoi An After breakfast, disembark and transfer to Hanoi airport for your flight to Da Nang.

From Da Nang Airport you will be transferred to the enchanting town of Hoi An. The next day, explore more of Vietnamese culture by making local handicrafts or discover the ancient Hue city on a full-day tour.

Day 6-7: Hoi An – Ho Chi Minh City Today, you will be transferred to Da Nang Airport for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City and then from Ho Chi Minh Airport to your hotel. Explore cultural and historical sites such as Chinatown, Thien Hau Market, Notre Dame Cathedral and War Remnants Museum. The next day, cruise in a sampan taking in the sights of the local market and get a glimpse of daily life along the mighty Mekong delta.

Day 8: Ho Chi Minh Day at your leisure before you transfer to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 3: Lao Cai – Sapa (38 kilometres) After breakfast, depart for the highland town of Bac Ha where you can wander through the colourful ethnic district market. In the afternoon, join a scenic journey on winding roads up the mountains to Sapa, located about 1,500 metres above sea level. Discover bustling markets and the local life in this mountain town on your own.

Day 4: Sapa – Lao Cai Enjoy a full day of trekking. Visit tea plantations and cardamom gardens in Suoi Ho village, and then explore the villages of the Black Hmong people in Ma Tra. In Ta Phin village meet the Red Dao people famous for their weaving skills.

Transfer back to Sapa and later to Lao Cai railway station to board the overnight train to Hanoi.

Day 5: Hanoi Early morning arrival in Hanoi and transfer to your hotel or the airport for your onward flight.

China

Hanoi Halong Bay

China Lao Cai

GULF OF TONKIN

Sapa

Laos

Hanoi Hue

SOUTH CHINA SEA

Vietnam

Da Nang Hoi An

Thailand

Laos

Cambodia

GULF OF THAILAND

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GULF OF TONKIN

Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City

By air By road

Extend your holiday with a stay at a beach resort in Da Nang or Hoi An.

By rail By road

Myanmar and Northern Vietnam

Bagan, Myanmar

Best of Yangon and Hanoi 11 days/10 nights – Air and chauffeur-driven private tour Visit Yangon in Myanmar, with a cityscape dominated by the Shwedagon Paya. This dazzling Buddhist temple attracts visitors from around the world. Enjoy the magical sunset over Bagan’s many pagodas and experience an unforgettable boat ride on Inle Lake with floating gardens and lakeside village life. Explore the picturesque capital city of Vietnam, Hanoi, with its significant historical and cultural attractions and view awe-inspiring seascapes in Halong Bay. Day 1: Yangon, Myanmar You will be met on arrival at Yangon International Airport and transferred to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

Day 2-3: Yangon – Bagan Transfer to Yangon Airport for your domestic flight to Bagan. Visit the busy local market, some historical pagodas such as Shwezigon Paya and a lacquer craftsman’s workshop. The next day, wander around the local market and visit a cheroot maker workshop. After a stop at a monastery, return to Bagan by boat and enjoy a horse-drawn cart ride on the way back to your hotel.

Day 4: Bagan – Inle Lake Take the domestic flight to Heho airport where you will be transferred to Nyaung Shwe on the edge of Inle Lake. From here, board a private boat to take you to your hotel.

Day 5: Inle Lake – Yangon Stroll around the colourful local market. See leg rowers, floating gardens and the lakeside village life of picturesque Inle Lake by boat and visit a weaving village. Later on, transfer by boat to Nyaung Shwe and then by car to Heho Airport for your flight back to Yangon.

Day 6-7: Yangon – Hanoi, Vietnam Transfer to Yangon Airport for your flight to Hanoi.

On the next day, discover some of the historical and cultural attractions of Hanoi such as Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One-Pillar Pagoda, the Ngoc Son Temple and selected museums. Enjoy a leisurely one-hour cyclo tour in the afternoon.

Day 8-9: Hanoi – Halong Bay – Hanoi (360 kilometres) In the morning, transfer to Halong City, where you embark on an overnight cruise to UNESCO World Heritage Site of Halong Bay. The next day, get up early to watch the magical sunrise from behind the mountains. Arriving at the pier, you will be picked up for your transfer back to Hanoi.

Day 10: Hanoi – Ninh Binh – Hanoi (190 kilometres) Today, explore ‘Dry Halong Bay’. Enjoy the spectacular scenery during a leisurely boat ride through Tom Coc. After lunch, discover the ancient city of Hoa Lu with historical temples.

Day 11: Hanoi Enjoy the day at your leisure before you proceed to the airport for your onward flight.

Myanmar

Hanoi

Bagan Heho

Halong Bay

Halong Bay Inle Lake

Laos

Vietnam Yangon

By road By air

Thailand

Cambodia

Inle Lake, Myanmar

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Da Nang

Da Nang Beach

In Da Nang, the country’s fifth largest city, there are plenty of unspoilt golden sandy beaches. It’s located roughly at the mid-point of the country’s 3,260 kilometre long coastline, making it an excellent centre from which to explore the numerous attractions of central Vietnam such as Hoi An Ancient Town and Perfume River. The city is surrounded by some of the most spectacular scenery in the country including the Thruong Son Range, where the Hai Van Pass gives breathtaking views of the mountains and Da Nang Bay.

Fusion Maia Resort ★★★★★ Located on beautiful My Khe Beach, this award-winning beachfront boutique resort provides a luxurious intimacy and offers villas with private pools. Featuring a pool with a waterfall, this luxury resort provides one of the most extensive spa facilities in Central Vietnam. Da Nang International Airport is 10 kilometres away.

87 villas with private pools, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shop, kids’ club, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, massage treatments, yoga and non-motorised watersports.

Hyatt Regency Danang Resort and Spa

Vinpearl Da Nang Resort & Villas

★★★★★

★★★★★

Bordered by the iconic Marble Mountains and sitting on the picturesque Truong Sa beach, this secluded resort with a private beach enjoys beautiful views of the East Sea. Combined with family-friendly leisure facilities and a spa offering traditional and innovative treatments, the resort has everything for a perfect vacation. Da Nang International Airport is 12 kilometres away.

Situated on beautiful Non Nuoc beach with the Marble Mountains as a backdrop, this exclusive resort offers luxurious accommodation overlooking the ocean and the main pool with exquisite balconies and modern interiors. Da Nang International Airport is 12 kilometres away.

373 rooms, suites, villas and residences, three restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shop, babysitting, kids’ club, children’s activities, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and yoga.

223 rooms, suites and villas, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shopping arcade, beauty salon, kids’ club, five outdoor pools, fitness centre, spa, massage treatments, yoga, tennis courts and non-motorised watersports.

Make the most of your holiday On our half-day Da Nang city tour, visit the Cham Museum with the finest collection of Champa sculptures, enjoy a one-hour cyclo ride along the Han River and be amazed by the scenic views from the Marble Mountains.

Have an early start in our Sunrise cruise tour. Board the boat for a river cruise down to Cua Dai to explore more about the daily morning routine of local fishermen.

Discover the ancient imperial city of Hue with royal tombs and historical temples and enjoy a scenic boat trip on the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda on a full-day Hue City tour.

Insider tips • Ride the Ba Na cable car, one of the longest cable cars in the world and see some truly breathtaking views of Ba Na Hills.

• Stroll around to see souvenirs and crafts in Han Market and try aTree variety of local products at Con Market.

Corals in Bocas Delthe Toro Red-Eyed Frog

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Enrich your holiday with one of our handpicked excursions.

Hoi An

Hoi An Full Moon Lantern Festival

Located on the banks of the Thu Bon River, Hoi An was an important port in the 16th and 17th centuries, attracting traders from Asia and Europe, whose influences can be seen in the city’s rich architectural heritage; from tube houses with their narrow shop frontage leading to living areas behind to Chinese pagodas, ornate public halls, the extensively restored ancient town and the fascinating buildings in the Old Quarter. In keeping with the city’s mercantile past, the shopping today is amongst the best in the country.

The Nam Hai

Palm Garden Beach Resort

Boutique Hoi An Resort

★★★★★

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Ideally located across 35 hectares on Ha My Beach with unspoilt white sands, this luxury resort offers beachfront sophisticated villas and historical attractions that reflect the true spirit of Indochina.

Da Nang International Airport is 30 kilometres away.

Nestled on the palm-fringed Cua Dai Beach, this upscale beachfront retreat is set amidst five hectares of beautiful landscaped gardens and features bungalows with a touch of Hoi An’s traditional architectural design. The resort offers a free shuttle service to Hoi An Ancient Town. Da Nang International Airport is 28 kilometres away.

Set on the renowned Cua Dai Beach, this resort offers spectacular views of Cham Island. All rooms are sea facing. The swimming pool surrounded by tropical gardens is a haven for pure relaxation and rejuvenation. The resort offers complimentary shuttle bus transportation to the town. Da Nang International Airport is 27 kilometres away.

214 rooms and bungalows, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shop, babysitting, kids’ club, children’s playground, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, massage treatments and water sports.

82 rooms and villas, restaurant, bar, room service, babysitting, outdoor pools, fitness centre, spa, steam room and massage treatments.

100 villas, two restaurants, bar, 24-hour room service, shop, babysitting, kids’ club, outdoor pool, fitness centre, spa, sauna, jacuzzi, massage treatments, yoga and tennis courts.

Make the most of your holiday On the Charm Islands tour, enjoy the beautiful maritime scenery during the boat trip, relaxing in the fresh cool wind and explore the seven islands named after their shape or characteristics. Enjoy half an hour of snorkelling at Bai Xep beach.

Board the boat for a river cruise down to Cua Dai on the Sunset Cruise tour to view the passing parade of the local fishing boat fleet setting sail to the sea, and witness the magic of the sun slowly sinking down in the western sky.

Discover the ancient imperial city of Hue with royal tombs and historical temples on a full-day Hue City tour.

Insider tips • Check out the handicrafts, jewellery and traditional apparel at shophouses and makeshift stalls in the streets of Hoi An Ancient Town.

• Don’t miss the unique and colourful monthly Hoi An Legendary Night Festival on the 14th evening of every lunar month. During this festival, the city lights are shut off between 5:30pm and 10:30pm and the streets are lit up by an array of colourful lanterns.

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