War and Beauty

For many of us our knowledge of Vietnam extends to as far as America’s involvement in the Vietnam War. However for such a beautiful nation they have been ravaged by invaders and wars for over a thousand years. Everyone from the Songs, Mongols, Yuans, Chams, Mings, Dutch, Qings, and French have had a go a Vietnam.

Any yet the Vietnamese people are some of the friendliest most welcoming people you will ever come across in your travels. Deeply in touch with their cultural heritage illustrated by the high number of locals you will see in traditional dress these primarily Buddhist hosts will bend over backwards to make you experiences unforgettable.

For many thrill-seekers hiring a motorbike and negotiating the craziest of driving and traffic you will see anywhere in the world is a must-do. But for the more sane our list includes.

• Cruising on the iconic Halong Bay in the North.
• A trip to Sapa high in the northwest mountain and exploration of the surrounding countryside
• Taking a cooking class either in the countryside or in the cities of Hanoi, Hoi An, or Ho Chi Minh City which are often combined with trips to the local markets for fresh produce.
• A cruise on the Mekong River
• And a visit to the underground town of Cu Chi is about 40 km northwest of Ho Chi Minh City in Southern Vietnam