If you want to travel to a country where historical ruins and contemporary structures are cordially together, then Vietnam should be on your list.

Situated on the South China Sea, Vietnam is a spectacular natural  wonder with a hint of ancient and modern times. The country may have coped up with the present era, but its historical significance couldn’t be denied. And because of this, more tourists become attracted in visiting the country to have a glimpse of the interesting history it offers.

Vietnam is truly a not-so-hidden gem in Southeast Asia. Day by day, travellers from different parts of the globe hope to visit the country and experience its surreal beauty. Don’t make the wait too long and travel to Vietnam as soon as possible. We’ve already prepared the ultimate travel guide for all of you.

Accomodation

Most suitable accommodations are located in the central business district of Hanoi. Being the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi is loaded with places to stay, work and enjoy. Most tourists would recommend staying at any hotel in the capital to make your travel more convenient.

Some of the known places for tourists are Hanoi Meracus Hotel, Hanoi Elegance Ruby Hotel and Hanoi Oriental Central Hotel. All of these hotels are top-rated at minimal cost. And if you want a cheaper accommodation, Duc Vuong Hotel, Diep Anh Guesthouse, Ngọc Linh Hotel and Hanoi Posh Hotel are the best choices, with low rates at $25 USD. Apparently, Vietnam is not a very expensive country and you can enjoy its beauty with just limited resources.

Things to do

Vietnam is a country full of travel attractions, from the spectacular Halong Bay to the historical tunnels of Củ Chi.  Get yourself ready for the countless sightseeing and adventures. It is definitely a travel of a lifetime.

Get lost with the beauty of Cát Bà National Park

A world heritage site, Cát Bà National Park is a very popular biosphere reserve in the country. The park is the habitat of many plant and animal species. And in the place, resides some endangered primates, the white-headed langur monkeys.

Explore Halong Bay

The most ideal way to explore the beauty of Halong bay is to take a cruise. A cruise trip could take you to the towering limestone pillars surrounded with tropical rainforest. There are several agencies that offer cruise trip going to the bay.

Adore the pagodas and temples

For all temple and pagoda fanatics, Vietnam is utterly an ideal place for you. The country seems to have an infinite number of ancient and religious structures. And we’re not talking about boring design, but exceptional Vietnamese architectural style. The most popular pagodas and temples in the country are Dâu, Con Son, Keo Temple, Tran Quoc and Xa Loi Pagoda.

Dip in Mũi Né beach

A prime destination for water sports, Mũi Né keeps on surprising tourists with its extreme beauty. Because of its exceptional fine sands and breathtaking scenery, most travellers would prefer to camp on the sands than rent a place to stay.

Walk around Ho Chi Minh City

Revisit history in the streets of Ho Chi Minh City. The city greatly took part in the history and culture during the ancient Vietnam. Even up to now, the ruins are still prevalent in the contemporary time. You can rent a bike and tour around the city.

Be captivated by Ban Gioc Waterfall

No doubt, Ban Gioc Waterfall is a surreal natural beauty . This 3-tier waterfall continues to captivate tourists with its undeniably breathtaking scenery— tropical rainforest, splendid falls and deep waters. Aside from Ban Gioc, also check out Pongour Waterfall, which is another out-of-the-world attraction.

Sneak through the Cu Chi Tunnels

Long before these tunnels became a tourist attraction, the Cu Chi tunnels were considered as hideouts for Vietnamese soldiers during the guerrilla warfare. In the present time, tourist could now crawl the tunnels and also fire some AK47s.

Shopping

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, is a great shopping hub. There are a lot of places to shop in the capital like Ben Thanh Market, Vincom Center and Saigon Square. These shopping hubs are plugged with everything every traveller needs like trendy items, creative crafts and souvenirs.

Nightlife

When the night falls, certain places in the country beam with colorful lights and catchy sounds. Tourists flock the bars and clubs to have a drink and enjoy the night. There are numerous of nightlife spots in Vietnam and some of the most popular ones are Chill Skybar, Blanchy’s Tash and Broma Company Limited, which are all located in Ho Chi Minh City. In Hanoi, you can unwind at King Pirates Pub, Fat Cat Bar and Cama ATK.