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Vietnam Bucket List Travel Ideas

  • A visit to Halong Bay is a must

Why is Vietnam considered a top bucket list destination?

With stunning coastlines, lush jungles, friendly locals and truly fascinating history, Vietnam should be on top of many people’s travel bucket lists. It is very affordable to travel throughout the country and it is a place where you can immerse yourself in the traditional culture at every turn. The landscape of this country is in a word, breathtaking. Many history buffs travel to Vietnam to get a glimpse of the history of the war from a local’s perspective.

What are the top bucket list activities on a Vietnam vacation?

For many, the top bucket list experience in Vietnam would be exploring Halong Bay on an overnight cruise by traditional junk boat. For the fit and adventurous traveller, a trekking adventure through the world’s largest natural cave (Son Doong) would be a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Other bucket list activities could include taking the overnight train to Sapa and trekking through beautiful mountain vistas, cruising on the Mekong Delta or visiting the lantern town of Hoi An in Central Vietnam.

 

Bucket List Travel Ideas

  • Classic Mekong River Cruise: Cambodia & Vietnam

    FIRST-CLASS | TAILOR-MADE: Cruise the Mekong River from Siem Reap in Cambodia to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam to discover some of the cultural highlights, natural landmarks, and historical treasures of Southeast Asia. Before and after, you’ll also explore the temples of Angkor and Ho Chi Minh City, respectively.
    Duration:
    14 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ On Request
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Classics (Bestsellers), Cruises & Sailing, Multi Country Vacation Ideas, Single Friendly
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  • Signature Vietnam & Cambodia

    DELUXE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Experience the highlights of Vietnam and Cambodia while staying in luxury accommodations. Journey from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh to see the major landmarks, including Halong Bay, the imperial capital of Hue, the resort town of Hoi An, and the temples of Angkor Wat.
    Duration:
    17 Days
    Prices From:
    AU$ 7,560
    Trip Type:
    Bucket List Travel Ideas, Classics (Bestsellers), Luxury and Beyond, Private Experiences
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