The Friendly Planet Newsletter
Published Mar 25, 2023
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Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or cultural immersion, Vietnam has it all. With its stunning scenery and warm hospitality, it's no wonder this destination continues to be one of Asia's top travel hotspots!
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Halong Bay at sunset
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A nature lover's paradise, Vietnam boasts some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the world. Discover the stunning beauty of Halong Bay's towering limestone cliffs and emerald waters. During an optional tour, take a cable car ride to explore the mountainous Ba Na Hills and experience the awe-inspiring Golden Bridge. In the Mekong River Delta, a lush tropical paradise, you'll find floating markets, ancient temples, and mouth-watering cuisine. Don't miss the chance to witness one of Vietnam's most spectacular sunsets on a cruise down the Thu Bon River.
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Dong Ba Market, Hue
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Experience Vietnam's rich and diverse culinary scene on a journey that will tantalize your taste buds. Visit STREETS International in Hoi An and KOTO (Know One Teach One) in Hanoi, where you'll sample delicious authentic dishes while supporting two organizations that provide impoverished, often homeless youth with professional-level training and apprenticing for culinary arts, tourism, and hospitality service careers, plus English language and life skills. On Halong Bay, take your cooking skills to the next level with a chef-guided cooking class to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes like a professional. Explore Vietnam's food scene further on an optional Hanoi Culinary Tour and head to Dong Ba Market, Hue's oldest and most lively market, for an authentic street food experience.
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Drum Tower, Temple of Literature
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Visiting temples and pagodas offers a glimpse into Vietnam's spiritual past and showcases the country's impressive architectural feats and cultural significance. One of the most popular sites is Hanoi's One Pillar Pagoda, an iconic structure built in the 11th century. For those interested in exploring more of Vietnam's Buddhist heritage, the Thien Mu Pagoda in Hue is a stunning example. This seven-story stupa towers over the Perfume River and offers spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Vietnam is also home to other religions, such as Cao Dai, a unique blend of Taoism, Confucianism, Christianity, and Buddhism that has been practiced in Vietnam since the early 20th century.
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Our signature Small Group Tours feature no more than 16 travelers
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