Vietnam

Vietnam stretches more than 1,600 kilometres from north to south, creating remarkable climatic, cultural and scenic diversity.

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Why go

Capital: Hanoi

Currency: Vietnamese Đồng (VND)

Best time: Mar–Apr & Sep–Nov

Weather: Tropical/subtropical; significant regional variation

Top attractions: Hanoi • Ho Chi Minh City • Ha Long Bay • Hoi An • Da Nang • Mekong Delta

Nature: limestone karsts • tropical forests • mountains • beaches • river deltas

Quick fact: Vietnam stretches more than 1,600 kilometres from north to south, creating remarkable climatic, cultural and scenic diversity.