Travel in Vietname

Travel in Vietnam can be very exciting as it is a country blessed with abundant natural beauty, heritage sites, a rich historical past and a booming economy. Vietnam is an ‘S’ shaped country in South East Asia and borders China in the north with Cambodia and Laos in the west. Vietnam offers the full package to tourists with entrancing rainforests and highlands, charming villages and vibrant cities and is the right combination of an ancient culture and modern ethos. The islands and beaches in the country are some of the best in the region and offer both fun and relaxation in equal measure.

While travelling in Vietnam you will come across a diverse topography in three distinct regions which offers many beautiful tourist spots. Fertile deltas along the Mekong River dot the Southern region while plateaus with volcanic soil studded with dunes as well as lagoons and beaches dominate the central region. The central area of Vietnam also has the old imperial city of Hue. Alpine peaks, the Red River delta, and Vinh Yen, Halong Bay and the historical city of Hanoi are located in the northern region of Vietnam.

Travel in Vietnam abounds in natural scenic beauty and historical monuments. But, it also offers lots of fun, entertainment and adventure to those seeking it. Whether you are travelling with family or friends, as a couple or even on your own, you will find something to do to your taste. Families will love going on boat trips along the Mekong Delta and watch floating markets and villages. For cycling enthusiasts, Vietnam is the ideal place as cycling is the best way to get close to the natural beauty of the country. Everyone will enjoy an exciting ride on elephants at Dalat at the Tuyen Lake while horse riding becomes an interesting experience on a very special breed of horses called the Vietnamese Hmong Horse. The Halong Bay is the most popular for kayaking activities although this activity is available throughout Vietnam. Vietnam has lovely beaches where you can go swimming and there are plenty of public swimming pools also.

Vietnam has accommodation in all budget ranges and visitors can choose from the most basic to the most opulent. In fact, because of its French colonial past, Vietnam has many stately buildings in the French architectural style which have now been converted into heritage hotels. If money is not the criteria, a stay at one of these hotels can prove to be a memorable experience. The Vietnamese, in general are very hospitable and friendly and the country is touted as one of the safest in the world. Alongside the big malls in cities there are many street markets too where bargains can be had. The cuisine is fresh, light and delicious and the street food is extremely popular with locals and tourists alike.

Lovely scenery, heritage monuments, lively cities and charming villages combined with the hospitable natives make travel in Vietnam a real pleasure.

Information from Vietnamtravels