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Introducing Vietnam

Vietnam offers cultural experiences like no other, incredible natural landscapes, and places to relax and rejuvenate.

When is the best time to visit?
The best times to visit Vietnam are in the Spring (from February to April) or in the Autumn (from August to October). Learn more

Where to go in Vietnam?
Half a century has passed since Vietnam was the war-torn nation the world once knew, and in that time it has healed and begun to flourish. Consider visiting the astonishing scenery of Halong Bay, the chaotic and bustling city of Hanoi, and the spectacular caves of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

How many days do I need?
Travelers typically spend at least 2 weeks in Vietnam, although you can still put together a great trip in 7 days.

Getting Around Vietnam
Air travel is often the best option when traveling long distances within the country, though there are also nearly two thousand miles of railway that connect major cities like Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi—this is a (much) slower way to go, but with plenty of scenery and worthwhile stopping points along the way. Those venturing to the islands or Halong Bay will need to take a ferry or private boat. Learn more

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Vietnam Tours & Itineraries

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A lush green landscape in the Vietnamese countryside
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Best of Northern Vietnam - 7 Days

Experience the best of northern Vietnam on this weeklong getaway. You'll tour the historic streets of old Hanoi, travel to mountain villages home to ethnic communities, and hike around the terraced rice fields of Vietnam's highland region. The adventure culminates with an unforgettable boat ride in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hạ Long Bay.

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Best of Vietnam - 14 Days

This two-week tour starts in Ho Chi Minh City and ends in Hanoi. Cycle around traditional farming villages, hike through national parks, explore grand architecture in Hoi An and Hue, and cruise around mesmerizing Halong Bay. Hitting all of Vietnam's highlights, you'll take in the very best this spectacular country has to offer.

Cruise along the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay in Northern Vietnam
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Highlights of Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi - 14 Days

This two-week itinerary includes the highlights of Vietnam from south to north. Beginning in Ho Chi Minh City, you'll tour the historic metropolis once known as Saigon, plus take a river trip up the Mekong Delta—and that's just the beginning. The rest of the trip combines sightseeing in Hanoi and the river town of Hội An, plus cruising the jade waters and towering green islands of Hạ Long Bay.

Ha Long Bay
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Highlights of Vietnam - 9 Days

See all the classic highlights on this nine-day trip to magical Vietnam. Roam around the bustling streets of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, cruise on the azure waters of Ha Long Bay, and hike to villages and terraced rice paddies in the countryside. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors or travelers with limited time who want a well-rounded showcase of Vietnam's history, charm, and natural beauty.

Cruise the karst islands of Ha Long Bay
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Highlights of Vietnam - 12 Days

Vietnam is culturally and geographically diverse, which you'll see first-hand on this 12-day highlights tour that will take you throughout the country. From the towering karst formations of Ha Long Bay to the coconut groves of the Mekong Delta, and from the ancient merchant houses of Hoi An to the French colonial landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City, you can't help but fall in love with this special place.

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Southern Vietnam Tour: Ho Chi Minh City & Beyond - 5 Days

This five-day excursion is the perfect chance to visit a side of Vietnam that many tourists never get to see. This is southern Vietnam, known for the gorgeous Mekong River Delta and Ho Chi Minh City, the historic metropolis once known as Saigon. You'll visit both, traveling by land and water on an adventure that includes visits to fascinating wartime tunnels and a tour of the famous floating river markets on the delta.

Make the Most of Your Time in Vietnam

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Sunset over Tam Cốc, Northern Vietnam
How Many Days to Spend in Vietnam

When plotting your grand adventure in Vietnam, try to visit both the north and south, as this country packs a lot into a relatively small size. It's possible to see both regions...

Cross the Japanese footbridge in the UNESCO-listed city of Hoi An, Vietnam
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1 Week in Vietnam - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas

Make your travel plans wisely to get the most out of a week in Vietnam. Try a northern adventure that takes you to the colonial streets of Hanoi and the mountains of Sapa, or go...

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Vietnam Hotel Advice

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Hoi An
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
4.9
(29)
· Luxury
Luxury retreat La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa sprawls amid lush tropical gardens, and is flanked by vivid green rice fields and village lanes—a 15-minute walk to Ancient Town and its attractions, like the Japanese Covered Bridge. Rooms blend Vietnamese and modern design with handcrafted teak...
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Hanoi
Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel
4.9
(15)
· Luxury
When you enter Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel, you'll likely notice the ornate marble floors, walls, and tilework throughout the building. Previous kimkim guests have raved about the hotel's ambience and artistic urban-chic design, as it's crafted with natural elements. The rooftop includes...
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Hanoi
La Siesta Classic Ma May
5.0
(8)
· Upscale
La Siesta Classic Ma May, the flagship of the La Siesta brand, is an imposing white structure with a warm Asian-inspired interior. When you step off the bustling streets of the Old Quarter and into the sophisticated hotel lobby, you may feel a tranquil ambience with beautiful tile flooring,...

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Take a snorkeling tour to the pristine beaches and islands near Nha Trang
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Explore Vietnam's Best Natural Wonders & Cultural Sites - 16 Days

Set off on a 16-day journey through Vietnam, where exotic landscapes await at every turn. Each destination showcases the country's diverse ecosystems, from the emerald rice paddies of Mai Chau to the towering limestone karsts of Ha Long Bay. Highlights include kayaking along the Da River, relaxing on sandy beaches in Da Nang and Nha Trang, and exploring the Mekong Delta on a scenic boat ride. You'll also have quality time to visit key cultural sites in the cities of Hanoi, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City.

Enjoy free time to check out lesser-visited sites in Hue, the former capital of Vietnam
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Off-the-Beaten-Path Adventure in Vietnam - 16 Days

Explore the road less traveled on this 16-day tour of Vietnam, offering a glimpse into the country's rich culture and distinct beauty. Instead of the typical tourist hotspots, this itinerary includes day trips to hidden villages, bike rides through pristine landscapes, and self-guided tours of colorful temples. Highlights include a three-day cruise of Ha Long Bay and the lesser-known Bay Tu Long Bay, cave visits in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, and quality time with friendly locals in the Mekong Delta.

Take guided hikes through the lush countryside near Mai Chau
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Active Vietnam Adventure - 16 Days

Get ready to cycle and trek your way across Vietnam on this 16-day active itinerary. This trip perfectly blends sightseeing and culture with outdoor adventure, starting in the capital: Hanoi. From there, you'll venture to rural Mai Chau, enjoy boat rides in Ninh Binh, and cruise overnight in Ha Long Bay. Next, discover the historic Imperial Citadel in Hue, explore ancient temples at My Son Sanctuary, and see charming Hoi An. End the adventure in Ho Chi Minh City with a visit to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels.

Vietnam Travel Maps

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7 Days in Vietnam - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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10 Days in Vietnam - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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2 Weeks in Vietnam - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
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Meet our Local Travel Specialists

Experienced travel agents with a passion for Vietnam
Travel specialist Hien Do
active 41 mins ago

Hien Do

I was born and grown in Vietnam and deeply love my country. I traveled a lot around My country is full of beautiful places and friendly people. And this inspired me to start my travel company. It...

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Travel specialist Ashley Nguyen
active 5 hours ago

Ashley Nguyen

I was born and grown in Hanoi - the capital of Vietnam. I have always been interested in travel and discovering other cultures and places. When I was a little girl, I dreamed of being a tour guide...

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Travel specialist Doris Bui
active 1 min ago

Doris Bui

Travel is my greatest source of inspiration. Growing up in a challenging mountainous region, I've always dreamt of exploring the untouched beauty of nature, immersing myself in rich local cultures,...

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Travel specialist Trang Pham
active 10 mins ago

Trang Pham

I love travelling, I have travelled to most places in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and Thailand and I have over 14 years of experience working in tourism. I want to assist travellers discover beautiful...

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Trip Reviews for Vietnam

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Memorable 2 week Tour of Vietnam
Vietnam | Feb 23 - Mar 8, 2026

steve
steve S.
Federal Way, WA | Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
We have returned from an amazing 2 weeks in beautiful Vietnam. Our tour operator, long Hoang Long, delivered on every detail of the trip - and there were many! HIs responsiveness and attention to detail were incredible. There are so many ; connections / Rendez-vous's / Guides / Car connections, etc. required on a trip like this . Everything worked out perfectly. Sometimes -- you don't know how good a tour operator is until something goes wrong. The ability to recover quickly and right... Read more

We have returned from an amazing 2 weeks in beautiful Vietnam. Our tour operator, long Hoang Long, delivered on every detail of the trip - and there were many! HIs responsiveness and attention to detail were incredible. There are so many ; connections / Rendez-vous's / Guides / Car connections, etc. required on a trip like this . Everything worked out perfectly.

Sometimes -- you don't know how good a tour operator is until something goes wrong. The ability to recover quickly and right the ship is the true mark of the quality of the service. When we had minor missed connections on this trip - Long was VERY responsive and navigated the recovery quickly.

We enjoyed the day spent in Hoi An best . Seeing the craft villages by bicycle , attending an unexpected festival, and interacting with all of the very enthusiastic school kids was quite memorable. It was great having English speaking guides who could answer our myriad questions on Vietnamese ; culture, economics, tourism, politics and lifestyles.

Hotel Review
Lynnaya Urban River Resort
Siem Reap

This hotel delivers a great, calming vibe right in the heart of the city. Walking or short tuk tuk to everywhere you might want to go.

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VIP Fast Track Service
VIP Fast Track Service
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Full day Angkor sightseeing and Ta Prohm temple
Full day Angkor sightseeing and Ta Prohm temple
Siem Reap
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Island Hoping & Snorkeling  Trip by Speed Boat
Island Hoping & Snorkeling Trip by Speed Boat
Phu Quoc

The snorkeling experience is quite disappointing. In fact -- I would suggest you stop selling this as a snorkelling experience, - there are very few fish to see. Only small fish and some nice coral. I think this area is over fished by the locals. [ See all the fishing boats at night! ] The island is kind of over touristed , - too many tourists, for the size of the beach. Kind of a hectic wave of tourists getting off boats and sharing a very tiny beach.

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A lot of food , but not well cooked or presented. Restaurant is fairly primitive.
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Exploring Handicraft - Tra Nhieu Village
Exploring Handicraft - Tra Nhieu Village
Hoi An

This was my favorite day and activity. Riding bikes got us closer to the people and daily lifestyles. Was great that it was not very crowded with tourists.

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Really enjoyed the restaurant in the rice field .
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Great guide
Cu Chi Tunnels & Half Day  City Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels & Half Day City Tour
Ho Chi Minh City
Guides, Drivers and Staff
The Driver was great. The Guide spoke very good English and was able to answer very specific questions on; Economics and Vietnamese customs. However, he has given the Tunnels tour one too many times and is bored with the experience. Kind of rushed us through with no real conversation or insights.
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 Hoa Lo Prison - Huu Tiep Lake - Vietnam Military History Museum - Ho Chi Minh Complex (S)
Hoa Lo Prison - Huu Tiep Lake - Vietnam Military History Museum - Ho Chi Minh Complex (S)
Hanoi

OUr guide needed a audio device and the guests headphones to effectively tour this crowded sight. This was not provided. He did not bring any extra insights and expected us to simply read all the panels, etc. No editorial was offered!

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Local specialist: Long Dao
Long
Long Dao
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Mar 19, 2026
Dear Steve, First of all, I would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your recent trip with us. I truly regret to hear that certain aspects of your experience, particularly in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Phu Quoc, did not fully meet your expectations. Your honest and thoughtful feedback is extremely valuable to us, and it helps us better understand where we need to improve. Please rest assured that my team and I greatly appreciate your... Read more

Dear Steve,

First of all, I would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed review of your recent trip with us.

I truly regret to hear that certain aspects of your experience, particularly in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Phu Quoc, did not fully meet your expectations. Your honest and thoughtful feedback is extremely valuable to us, and it helps us better understand where we need to improve.

Please rest assured that my team and I greatly appreciate your comments and will continue striving to enhance the quality of our services moving forward.

We sincerely hope that, overall, you still had a memorable and meaningful journey.

Wishing you all the best in your future travels and endeavors.

Best regards,
Long

Excellent VN planning to sapa
Vietnam | Mar 8 - Mar 10, 2026

J
James B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 18, 2026
Trang our local specialist was super responsive and catered our trip for group of 6 including a 9 and 11 year old children. I think the planning advice was good. She was helpful too when I had questions about Hanoi hotels and logistics. She advised printing out VN visa which was helpful. We did see an eco village at the sapa mountainside during our trip which I think we would have preferred to stay at because it really captures sapa well. We spent 2 night and 3 days in sapa coming from Hanoi.... Read more

Trang our local specialist was super responsive and catered our trip for group of 6 including a 9 and 11 year old children. I think the planning advice was good. She was helpful too when I had questions about Hanoi hotels and logistics. She advised printing out VN visa which was helpful. We did see an eco village at the sapa mountainside during our trip which I think we would have preferred to stay at because it really captures sapa well. We spent 2 night and 3 days in sapa coming from Hanoi. It was cool that we could hire a tour guide and a private limo van the entire time. The “limo” van unfortunately wasn’t very comfortable and felt like a pickup truck. We had been in other limo vans in Vietnam and unluckily we got a real beat up one. The ride to sapa was rough. Happy we made it safely though. The tour guide was nice but didn’t demonstrate much knowledge of sapa. He had only guided for 6 months.

Overall I would use kimkim travel again but maybe stay at an ecolodge and figure out how to get a better limo van and more knowledgeable tour guide but sometimes it’s hit or miss.

Hotel Review
Pistachio Hotel Sapa

Bfast was amazing. Prob the best we had in Vietnam. Beds comfortable and very spacious rooms.

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Hanoi - Transfer to Sapa (Private Limousine)
Hanoi - Transfer to Sapa (Private Limousine)
Vietnam

Car was very uncomfortable. Felt like a pickup truck. We had other limo vans that were very comfortable in VN, just not this one. Driver was rough. Lots of sudden stops

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Local specialist: Trang Pham
Trang
Trang Pham
Local specialist in Hanoi, Vietnam | Replied on Mar 19, 2026
Hi James, Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful feedback. I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I’m very glad to hear that you were happy with the planning process and that I could support you and your family throughout the trip. It means a lot to know that you found the advice and assistance helpful. At the same time, I am genuinely sorry to learn that some aspects of your experience in Sapa did not meet expectations—particularly the condition of... Read more

Hi James,

Thank you so much for your detailed and thoughtful feedback. I truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

I’m very glad to hear that you were happy with the planning process and that I could support you and your family throughout the trip. It means a lot to know that you found the advice and assistance helpful.

At the same time, I am genuinely sorry to learn that some aspects of your experience in Sapa did not meet expectations—particularly the condition of the limousine van and the level of experience of the guide. This is certainly not the standard we aim to provide, and I completely understand how this may have affected your overall experience. Please rest assured that I will follow up with our local partners to review and improve these services moving forward.

I also truly appreciate your suggestion regarding staying at an ecolodge in Sapa. That is a wonderful point, and I will absolutely take this into consideration for future recommendations to better match our guests’ expectations.

Thank you again for your kind words as well as your constructive feedback—it is incredibly valuable in helping us improve. I hope we will have another opportunity to assist you and your family with an even better experience in the future. 😊

Warm regards,
Trang

Wonderful trip to Northern Vietnam!
Vietnam | Mar 2 - Mar 9, 2026

Bob
Bob P.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Mar 16, 2026
Donna and I had a wonderful trip to Vietnam with special thanks to Alex (for support on building a great itinerary, and also supporting us when we had eVisa support issues), and Bo for his solid driving skills getting us to and from our destinations, and Mr Binh for his outstanding guide assistance and local knowledge of Northern Vietnam! Read more

Donna and I had a wonderful trip to Vietnam with special thanks to Alex (for support on building a great itinerary, and also supporting us when we had eVisa support issues), and Bo for his solid driving skills getting us to and from our destinations, and Mr Binh for his outstanding guide assistance and local knowledge of Northern Vietnam!

Hotel Reviews
GRAND HOTEL du LAC Hanoi

Nice hotel, a bit small but clean and lovely location

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Paradise Elegance Cruise

Very nice boat and accomodations

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Jiva Hoa Lu Retreat

Perhaps the best resort of the trip. would have been great to spend and extra day!

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Crazy beautiful
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Hôtel de la Coupole - MGallery

Beautiful hotel and great staff

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Meliá Hanoi
Hanoi

Excellent location and Accommodations

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Hanoi By Night Food Tour - Vespa Tour
Hanoi By Night Food Tour - Vespa Tour
Hanoi

We did not take this tour during our visit. We chose to relax before heading back to states

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Halong Bay  - Hanoi
Halong Bay - Hanoi
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Ninh Binh - Halong Bay Cruise - Overnight on boat
Ninh Binh - Halong Bay Cruise - Overnight on boat
Ha Long Bay
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Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu, Ancient Capital - Mua Cave - Tam Coc Boat Trip
Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Hoa Lu, Ancient Capital - Mua Cave - Tam Coc Boat Trip
Ninh Binh
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Sapa, Visit Cat Cat village - Transfer Back to Hanoi
Sapa, Visit Cat Cat village - Transfer Back to Hanoi
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Sapa -  Mường Hoa Mountain Train - Fansipan Peak - Conquer the Roof of Indochina - Free afternoon
Sapa - Mường Hoa Mountain Train - Fansipan Peak - Conquer the Roof of Indochina - Free afternoon
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 Sapa - Hike to Explore Local Villages: Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai & Ta Van
Sapa - Hike to Explore Local Villages: Y Linh Ho, Lao Chai & Ta Van
Sapa
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Hanoi - Sapa  – Tram Ton Pass – Love Waterfall -  Sapa
Hanoi - Sapa – Tram Ton Pass – Love Waterfall - Sapa
Sapa
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