From karst bays to old quarters
A land of limestone bays, lantern-lit towns and layered history.
Vietnam runs from the northern karst seascape of Ha Long Bay to the lantern-lit streets of Hoi An and the delta life of the south. Its cities, cuisine and coastline reward a journey that moves from north to centre.
Cruise among thousands of limestone islands on a private junk.
Wander the preserved old town of tailors, temples and riverside lights.
Explore the old quarter's markets and colonial architecture on foot.
Best time to goFebruary to April and October to November
A starting point, not a package — every day is shaped around you.
Settle into the capital and explore the old quarter's lanes.
Sail the limestone bay and overnight aboard a private junk.
Fly south to the lantern-lit streets and tailors of Hoi An.
Enjoy the riverside town before your onward flight.
The shoulder months of February to April and October to November offer the most balanced weather across the country.
Many journeys flow between north and centre, using short domestic flights to cover the country's length comfortably.
An overnight on a private junk is the finest way to experience the bay away from day-trip crowds.