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    BEN TRE

    Ben Tre is a province in the Mekong Delta, 85 kilometers south of Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) to the west. It is a green island between the four corners of the Mekong River. The land is a kingdom of coconut (nearly 40,000 hectares of coconut plantation).

    CAN THO

    Can Tho is the largest city along the Mekong Delta region in Vietnam. With its picturesque floating markets, lush greenery, and mouth-watering street food, this city will capture traveller's heart. Take a boat ride along the Mekong River, witness the bustling Cai Rang Floating Market, and indulge in the delicious local cuisine. Don't forget to visit the Can Tho Bridge, a stunning architectural marvel that offers breathtaking views of the city.

    CHAU DOC

    Ben Tre is a green island located between the four corners of the Mekong River, 14 kilometres from Mytho and 85 kilometres from Ho Chi Minh City. It features a 60-kilometer-long coastline. It has a flat terrain, with orchards, coconut woods and rice fields. There are almost no woodlands here, and the main land is surrounded with rivers and sea waters.

    CON DAO

    Isolated from the mainland, the Con Dao Islands are one of the star attractions in Vietnam. Long the Devil’s Island of Indochina, the preserve of political prisoners and undesirables, this place is now turning heads thanks to its striking natural beauty. Con Son, the largest of this chain of 15 islands and islets, is ringed with lovely beaches, coral reefs and scenic bays, and remains partially covered in thick forests. In addition to hiking, diving and exploring empty coastal roads and deserted beaches, there are some excellent wildlife-watching opportunities.

    DA LAT

    Dalat is quite different from anywhere else you’ll visit in Vietnam. You would almost be forgiven for thinking you’d stumbled into the French Alps in springtime. This was certainly how the former colonists treated it – escaping to their chalets to enjoy the cooler climate. The City of Eternal Spring, Dalat’s temperature hovers between a pleasant 15°C (average daily minimum) to 24°C (average daily maximum). Effectively Dalat has two seasons – dry (December to March) and wet (April to November). Despite the mild temperatures, by the end of the dry season the lush green surrounds turn to brown.

    DA NANG

    Vietnam’s third international gateway the city is primarily an active business centre and port. Some of Vietnam’s most famous beaches can be found on its outskirts and many of the country’s most luxurious resorts are located in the vicinity.

    HA LONG BAY

    A tour of North Vietnam is not complete without a visit to the spectacular views of more than 3,000 limestone karsts in Ha Long Bay. In 1994 UNESCO declared the bay a World Heritage Site and its emerald waters, magnificent caves, legendary limestone formations and hidden lagoons continue to delight and mesmerize.

    HANOI

    Nestled in a valley near the Lao border, Dien Bien Phu remains one of the most remote parts of Vietnam. Surrounded by steep heavily forested hills, Dien Bien Phu was the site of a decisive battle in 1954 between Viet Minh forces and the French. Ultimately, it was a result of the historic battle that took place here that forced the French government to abandon its attempts to resume colonial control of Indochina.

    HO CHI MINH CITY

    Formerly known as “Saigon”, the city is Vietnam’s commercial center. With a population of approximately 10 million people it’s a dynamic metropolis undergoing dramatic change. Remnants of the city’s past are still visible however and beautiful historic buildings – public and private – can still be found dotted throughout the city. Women dressed in Vietnam’s traditional Ao Dai tunic can still be seen strolling past modern trendy boutiques and crowded cafes. The city’s nightlife buzzes but so do its many traditions and ancient rhythms. It’s a city experienced primarily at street level and there’s always something to discover just around the next corner.

    HOI AN

    From the 16th to 19th centuries the riverside town of Hoi An attracted silk, spice and porcelain merchants from as far as Japan, India, Indonesia and Europe. Hoi An still retains many remnants of its trading days and its Old Quarter has been beautifully preserved. 850 magnificent old structures still line the streets and the old tile-roofed shop houses, shady pagodas and colorful communal halls have earned the town the status of World Heritage Site by UNESCO. The beautiful surrounding countryside and unspoilt beaches also imbue the whole area with a very restful, rustic charm.

    HUE

    Hue was the capital of Vietnam from 1802 to 1945. At its heart and surrounded by moats, lies the Purple Forbidden City, the residence of the Nguyen Emperors. Although it was severely damaged during the war, the remains of the citadel, which have been partially restored, still contain many interesting sights. South of the city are the imperial tombs with the most important being: Tu Duc, Minh Mang and Khai Dinh. As well as several sites of historical interest ‘Hue cuisine’ is also celebrated throughout Vietnam and is an important strand of Vietnam’s culinary heritage.

    MAI CHAU

    Only 140 kilometers away from Hanoi, is part of the mountainous North-West region of Vietnam. This ideal destination for escaping from the city's hustle and bustle. Mai Chau is a valley where local people cultivate wet rice. The valley is really beautiful during the rice season. There are two crops per year. The Spring- Summer crop starts in February and ends in early June. The Summer- Autumn crop starts in late June and ends in early October. The fields are lush green from March to May and from July to September. The ripening seasons when Mai Chau turns into a golden valley are May- June and September- October.

    MEKONG DELTA

    This highly fertile plain with its lush, green paddy fields, myriad waterways, tropical fruit orchards and fish farms is considered the southern rice basket of Vietnam. Rural life is lived here in many ways not dissimilar to how it was lived far back in history. Ecotourism is taking root and places of interest include My Tho, Vinh Long, Can Tho and Chau Doc.

    NHA TRANG

    Nha Trang is a coastal city and capital of Khánh Hòa Province, on the South Central Coast of Vietnam. Nha Trang is well known for its beaches and scuba diving and has developed into a popular destination for international tourists, attracting large numbers of backpackers, as well as more affluent travellers on the Southeast Asia circuit; it is already very popular with Vietnamese tourists, with Nha Trang Bay widely considered as among the world’s most beautiful bays. Tourists are welcome to participate in the Sea Festival, held biennially.

    NINH BINH

    Ninh Binh is a mesmerizing area known locally as ‘Ha Long Bay on Land’ thanks to its magical riverine landscape, with sheer limestone mountains rising up from the paddies. The best way to get a sense of this UNESCO-protected site is taking a paddleboat along its shimmering rivers, and climbing to the top of its fabled peaks.

    PHAN RANG

    Phan Rang is the capital of Ninh Thuan Province in the South Central Coast region of Vietnam. It’s between Mui Ne and Nha Trang. The central part of the city is about 7 km from the coast.

    PHAN THIET/ MUI NE

    Located in coastal, Phan Thiet is city of beautiful tropical beaches with resorts, hotels, restaurants, bars, souvenir shops, services of internet, motor, bicycle rubber dinghy, surfboard, buoy for hide. Moreover it is traditionally known for its nuoc mam (fish sauce), producing 16 to 17 million of this amazing flavor litres per annum.

    PHU QUOC

    Phu Quoc has been quickly morphing from a sleepy backwater to a favourite beach escape of Western expats and sun-seeking tourists. Beyond the chain of resorts lining Long Beach, it’s still largely undeveloped – and unlike Phuket, to which it aspires, you won’t find a lot to do here after dark. Opt instead for daytime adventures by diving the reefs, kayaking in the bays or exploring the backroads on a motorbike – or live the life of a lotus eater by lounging on the beach, indulging in a massage and dining on fresh seafood.

    PHU YEN

    Phu Yen is a province in the South Central Coast of Vietnam, located between the country's two major crossings, Cu Mong Pass in the north and Ca Pass in the south, and on the North-South Road; it is the Central Highlands provinces' new gateway to the East Sea. Phu Yen boasts a variety and abundant terrain that includes mountains, hills, plains, and the sea.

    PU LUONG

    Pu Luong is located about 160 km southwest of Hanoi in two provinces, Hoa Binh and Thanh Hoa. The Pu Luong limestone landscape is a nature reserve with exquisite beauty, culture, and high biodiversity that stretches from Mai Chau to Cuc Phuong National Park. There are some impressive limestone mountains covered with jungle and beautiful rice terraces in between.

    QUY NHON

    Quy Nhon is a lively and pleasant city virtually half way between the popular cities of Nha Trang and Hoi An. The city is known for its beautiful surroundings, Cham temples, and nearby beaches.

    SAPA

    Situated 1600 metres above sea level and near the Chinese border in the North-Western Highlands, this former French hill station is home to more than 30 hill tribes as well as Vietnam’s highest mountain, Mount Fansipan (3143m). With its spectacular mountain scenery and terraced rice paddies, Sapa is a great place to visit hill tribe villages and explore numerous trekking opportunities.

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