5 reasons why Vietnam should be on your travel bucket list

The country boasts amazing views everywhere you look. From pristine beaches to lush green mountains, you can find it all while travelling in Vietnam. For an authentic adventurous experience, hop on a bike and ride it to the mountains, where you will live a story that you will tell your grandkids someday.

Oggle at natural wonders like Ha Long Bay, many of Hanoi’s lakes, and the red and white sand dunes in Mui Ne. Pay a visit to the Mekong Delta to witness this majestic river. Make sure to take a lot of pictures to forever capture your Vietnam adventures!

If you are confused about where to visit in Vietnam, don’t worry! There is a story to tell at every turn in this country. This country is home to eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and they are all equally fascinating. Hanoi, the capital city itself, has many ancient pagodas that take you back in time. You will still find the influence of the native Dong Sun culture in this country, but along with that, you might also spot Chinese, French, and Indian cultures, making it the perfect amalgamation of cultures from around the world.

The Vietnam Tourism Board has done a wonderful job maintaining these cultural sites and retaining the rich culture of their nation. If you’re making a list of things to do in Vietnam, make sure to add temples, palaces, and tombs to get the full experience.

If you are in Vietnam for a vacation and haven’t indulged in street food, we’d say your vacation was incomplete. Yes, it’s that good. It’s healthy, it’s fresh and it’s so so delicious that you might consider never coming back. The favourites remain Pho noodle soup, spring rolls, Banh Mi and Cao Lau noodles.

However, if there is one thing that tops the good food here, it’s coffee. Vietnam is the world’s second-largest coffee exporter and that explains its rich coffee scene. If you have a sweet tooth, go for Vietnamese coffee made with condensed milk or if you are feeling adventurous on your Vietnam trip, try coffee with coconut milk or even with egg yolk.

Vietnam is one of the most cost-effective countries in the world. There is so much you can do with your money here which would’ve just gone into travel and accommodation in any of the European countries. For an estimate, 1 Indian Rupee is ~287 Vietnamese dong, so you get more bang for your buck. Additionally, the country is well-planned with all forms of transport so you can get around easily without having to spend too much on cabs or renting a car.

Budget accommodation is also available but we recommend getting a luxurious hotel or villa since the travel experiences in Vietnam are best enjoyed with a slice of luxury.

This one is especially for adventure junkies. Vietnam offers a lot of opportunities for travellers to have authentic thrilling experiences be it rock climbing at Huu Lung, canyoning at Datanla Waterfall or exploring caves in Phong Nha. If you are visiting Vietnam in the summer and looking for a summer adventure, you can indulge in some kayaking on the bay and swimming in clear water.