The Vietnam travel journal
300 new destination guides · 30 places · Hotels, tours, flights, trains and cars. Practical answers for the journey you are planning.
Build the trip around your time
100 additional itineraries and decision guides across Vietnam. Start with a destination, then choose a pace that fits your trip.
NorthTwo days in Hanoi: a calm first-time itinerary
Plan a manageable 48 hours in Hanoi with a sensible base, two focused days and a flexible departure.
NorthHanoi at a slower pace: a three-day plan
A relaxed three-day Hanoi itinerary balancing local scenery, rest and practical travel connections.
NorthFirst-time Hanoi: the choices that shape your trip
A first-visit decision guide for Hanoi: local base, signature outing, access and booking checks.
NorthTwo days in Ha Long Bay: a calm first-time itinerary
Plan a manageable 48 hours in Ha Long Bay with a sensible base, two focused days and a flexible departure.
NorthHa Long Bay at a slower pace: a three-day plan
A relaxed three-day Ha Long Bay itinerary balancing local scenery, rest and practical travel connections.
NorthFirst-time Ha Long Bay: the choices that shape your trip
A first-visit decision guide for Ha Long Bay: local base, signature outing, access and booking checks.
NorthTwo days in Ninh Binh: a calm first-time itinerary
Plan a manageable 48 hours in Ninh Binh with a sensible base, two focused days and a flexible departure.
NorthNinh Binh at a slower pace: a three-day plan
A relaxed three-day Ninh Binh itinerary balancing local scenery, rest and practical travel connections.
NorthFirst-time Ninh Binh: the choices that shape your trip
A first-visit decision guide for Ninh Binh: local base, signature outing, access and booking checks.
NorthTwo days in Sapa: a calm first-time itinerary
Plan a manageable 48 hours in Sapa with a sensible base, two focused days and a flexible departure.
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Where to stay in Hanoi: a neighbourhood guide
Compare Old Quarter and West Lake, local access and the trade-offs that shape a comfortable stay.
Read the guide ↗Hotels · North VietnamHanoiHanoi hotels: budget, comfort and total value
Build a realistic room budget for Hanoi, including location, arrival, room details and cancellation terms.
Read the guide ↗Tours · North VietnamHanoiFamous places to visit in Hanoi: plan a better day
Explore Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature and Vietnam Museum of Ethnology with a realistic plan and useful local context.
Read the guide ↗Tours · North VietnamHanoiHanoi tours: guided visits or independent exploring?
Choose a tour format for Hanoi, compare the itinerary and ask the questions that matter before paying.
Read the guide ↗Flights · North VietnamHanoiFlights for Hanoi: airports and onward travel
Find a practical airport gateway for Hanoi and understand the ground journey before comparing flights.
Read the guide ↗Flights · North VietnamHanoiBooking flights for Hanoi: baggage and connection tips
Compare flight fares, separate tickets, luggage and arrival timing for your Hanoi trip.
Read the guide ↗Trains · North VietnamHanoiHanoi by train: stations and the final connection
Understand whether rail serves Hanoi, which gateway to compare and how to finish the journey.
Read the guide ↗Trains · North VietnamHanoiRail planning for Hanoi: comfort, tickets and alternatives
Plan seats, berths and transfers for Hanoi, including practical alternatives when rail is unsuitable.
Read the guide ↗Cars · North VietnamHanoiHanoi car transfers: arrival and pickup guide
Arrange a clear pickup, vehicle and luggage plan for Hanoi, with realistic airport or station access.
Read the guide ↗Cars · North VietnamHanoiExploring Hanoi by car: a day-trip planning guide
Plan a driver-led outing around Hanoi, compare stops and clarify the full quote before booking.
Read the guide ↗Hotels · North VietnamHa Long BayWhere to stay in Ha Long Bay: a neighbourhood guide
Compare Bai Chay and Hon Gai, local access and the trade-offs that shape a comfortable stay.
Read the guide ↗Hotels · North VietnamHa Long BayHa Long Bay hotels: budget, comfort and total value
Build a realistic room budget for Ha Long Bay, including location, arrival, room details and cancellation terms.
Read the guide ↗Tours · North VietnamHa Long BayFamous places to visit in Ha Long Bay: plan a better day
Explore Ha Long Bay, Tuan Chau harbour and Bai Chay waterfront with a realistic plan and useful local context.
Read the guide ↗Tours · North VietnamHa Long BayHa Long Bay tours: guided visits or independent exploring?
Choose a tour format for Ha Long Bay, compare the itinerary and ask the questions that matter before paying.
Read the guide ↗Flights · North VietnamHa Long BayFlights for Ha Long Bay: airports and onward travel
Find a practical airport gateway for Ha Long Bay and understand the ground journey before comparing flights.
Read the guide ↗Flights · North VietnamHa Long BayBooking flights for Ha Long Bay: baggage and connection tips
Compare flight fares, separate tickets, luggage and arrival timing for your Ha Long Bay trip.
Read the guide ↗Trains · North VietnamHa Long BayHa Long Bay by train: stations and the final connection
Understand whether rail serves Ha Long Bay, which gateway to compare and how to finish the journey.
Read the guide ↗Trains · North VietnamHa Long BayRail planning for Ha Long Bay: comfort, tickets and alternatives
Plan seats, berths and transfers for Ha Long Bay, including practical alternatives when rail is unsuitable.
Read the guide ↗Cars · North VietnamHa Long BayHa Long Bay car transfers: arrival and pickup guide
Arrange a clear pickup, vehicle and luggage plan for Ha Long Bay, with realistic airport or station access.
Read the guide ↗Cars · North VietnamHa Long BayExploring Ha Long Bay by car: a day-trip planning guide
Plan a driver-led outing around Ha Long Bay, compare stops and clarify the full quote before booking.
Read the guide ↗Hotels · North VietnamNinh BinhWhere to stay in Ninh Binh: a neighbourhood guide
Compare Tam Coc and Trang An countryside, local access and the trade-offs that shape a comfortable stay.
Read the guide ↗Hotels · North VietnamNinh BinhNinh Binh hotels: budget, comfort and total value
Build a realistic room budget for Ninh Binh, including location, arrival, room details and cancellation terms.
Read the guide ↗Tours · North VietnamNinh BinhFamous places to visit in Ninh Binh: plan a better day
Explore Trang An, Tam Coc and Hang Mua with a realistic plan and useful local context.
Read the guide ↗Tours · North VietnamNinh BinhNinh Binh tours: guided visits or independent exploring?
Choose a tour format for Ninh Binh, compare the itinerary and ask the questions that matter before paying.
Read the guide ↗Our original travel stories
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A thoughtful route is better than a packed checklist.
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Find a base that makes your kind of holiday easier.
TransportVietnam by train: enjoy the journey ↗
Plan the practical details before choosing the scenic route.
CultureOne slow day in Hoi An ↗
Yellow walls, small discoveries and an evening to remember.
Travel tipsA better hotel booking starts with these checks ↗
Five minutes with the details can make a big difference.
ExperiencesDay cruise or overnight in Ha Long Bay? ↗
Choose the time on the water that suits your journey.