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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.

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.

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.

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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...

Vietnam Travel Advice

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Vietnam Hotel Advice

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Hoi An
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa
4.9
(25)
· Luxury
La Siesta Hoi An Resort & Spa offers a polished, luxurious setting just a 16-minute walk from the Hoi An Ancient Town heritage site and a little less than 4 miles (6 km) from An Bang Beach. Surrounded by green rice fields and winding village lanes, you'll experience the tranquility of Hoi...
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Hanoi
La Siesta Classic Ma May
5.0
(7)
· 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,...
Ninh Binh
Hidden Charm Ninh Binh
4.8
(16)
· Upscale
Ninh Binh Hidden Charm is nestled in the picturesque Tam Coc - Bich Dong center, which offers a perfect base to explore the "Ha Long Bay on land." With 98 rooms featuring warm colors and views of rice fields and beautiful limestone mountains, you'll be immersed in the serene landscape while close...

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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

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Travel specialist Hien Do
active 4 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 1 min 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 Huyen Nghiem
active 18 hours ago

Huyen Nghiem

Traveling and connecting with local people is one of my favorite hobbies. I love exploring new places, discovering historical sites, meeting the locals, experiencing different cultures, and trying...

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Travel specialist Long Dao
active 9 mins ago

Long Dao

Hi, my name is Long. I am a young and passionate travel specialist from Vietnam. I was in love with travel since I was a child and always wanted it to be a part of my life. My idea about...

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Trip Reviews for Vietnam

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim

Hien was fantastic to work with. We had four ...
Vietnam | Apr 17 - Apr 26, 2025

Marcus
Marcus S.
Australia | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025
Hien was fantastic to work with. We had four or five iterations of our planned trip and she happily chopped and changed according to our budget and preferred itinerary. We were in Pu Luong for three nights and our local guide was wonderful. She was from the area and so naturally had great local knowledge. All our connections were organised which meant for a stress-free holiday. The drivers were all lovely and helpful and on time! It all helped make our holiday truly magical and... Read more

Hien was fantastic to work with. We had four or five iterations of our planned trip and she happily chopped and changed according to our budget and preferred itinerary.

We were in Pu Luong for three nights and our local guide was wonderful. She was from the area and so naturally had great local knowledge.

All our connections were organised which meant for a stress-free holiday. The drivers were all lovely and helpful and on time! It all helped make our holiday truly magical and memorable. Thanks.

Hotel Reviews
Doris Cruise
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Lalita Boutique Hotel & Spa Ninh Binh
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A bit out of town. But a nice view from the top floor with the pool
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Gateway Inn Pu Luong
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Hanoi Allure Hotel

Great location. Friendly staff.

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Activity Reviews
 Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Disembark Cruise (Doris Cruise)
Lan Ha Bay – Dark & Bright Cave – Disembark Cruise (Doris Cruise)
Ha Long Bay
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Onboarding - Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao/ Tra Bau (Doris Cruise)
Onboarding - Lan Ha Bay – Ba Trai Dao/ Tra Bau (Doris Cruise)
Ha Long Bay
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Village Life | Water Wheels | Rafting  ( Day3)
Village Life | Water Wheels | Rafting ( Day3)
Pu Luong Nature Reserve
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Enchanting 19km Off-Road Trekking
Enchanting 19km Off-Road Trekking
Pu Luong Nature Reserve
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Pu Luong - Caving | Scenic Rice Fields
Pu Luong - Caving | Scenic Rice Fields
Pu Luong Nature Reserve
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Local specialist: Hien Do
Hien
Hien Do
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Jul 01, 2025

Dear Marcus,

Thank you so much for your feedback. We are very thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your holiday in Vietnam and everything went smoothly.

Thanks for your kind words about Tuyen – the local guide in Pu Luong and I am sure to pass along your complimentary to her. She will be truly happy that made your trip memorable.

We’re very grateful for customers like you and hope to see you again!

With my best regards,
Hien

STRONG CUSTOMER SERVICE/ EXCELLENT COMMUNICAT...
Vietnam | Jun 1 - Jun 13, 2025

Grace
Grace K.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025
STRONG CUSTOMER SERVICE/ EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION Hien helped us plan our Vietnam/Thailand trip from June 1 to 13. We packed a lot into this 2 week trip which Hien kept tweaking to our preference and satisfaction. Unbelievably organized compared to the last travel agent we used.
Throughout the whole trip, she kept checking on us and reminded us of driver/pick-up times (always punctual) and who our guide will be, etc.
When things didn't go according to original plan, she already had a... Read more

STRONG CUSTOMER SERVICE/ EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION

Hien helped us plan our Vietnam/Thailand trip from June 1 to 13. We packed a lot into this 2 week trip which Hien kept tweaking to our preference and satisfaction. Unbelievably organized compared to the last travel agent we used.
Throughout the whole trip, she kept checking on us and reminded us of driver/pick-up times (always punctual) and who our guide will be, etc.

When things didn't go according to original plan, she already had a quick back-up. For instance...Ha Long Bay Paradise Peak Cruise's air condition malfunctioned at last minute so she booked us on sister ship, Paradise Elegance. Although the room was smaller than our room on P.Peak's, she made it right by making sure our room had a large wrap around balcony and my husband got a free 60 minute massage. Additionally, we were supposed to have dinner cruise the following week on Manohra Cruise in Bangkok, but boat caught on fire. Hien was able to get us a refund pretty quickly since back-up dinner cruise ship could not accommodate us at a specific time.

Choice of guides were also great! KC (Kim Cuong), our Hanoi guide, took us on street food tour which included (per our request) a hunt for reasonably priced Kopi Luwak coffee beans (from movie "The Bucket List") and a perfect seat to watch the train's approach on Hanoi's famous Old Train Street.
Tim (Tipparat), our Bangkok guide, also went the extra mile. She picked us up at BKK airport. During our 1 hour drive to our hotel, she helped us make reservation at Michelin Star restaurant, R-Haan. She also got us seating at the famous Jay Fai " street food" restaurant prior to our actual street food tour. Not sure how she did it because Jay Fai does not take reservations. There is usually a long queue.

We went on many excursions, such as a hike in SaPa's rice fields, a trip to Ninh Binh (Mua Cave, Tam Coc), and my favorite, Chai Lai Orchid Elephant Sanctuary. All perfectly planned.

Hotels--Hien will work with your budget. We chose to stay at mid-luxury hotels.

Hanoi: Peridot Boutique Hotel is located in Old Quarter. Great location...we were able to walk to Hoa Lo Prison, the Water Puppet Theatre, Chinatown area, and Train Street. Great breakfast buffet.

Sa Pa: Topas Ecolodge-- we just stayed in a Premium Executive Bungalow and it had a great view. Food at Topas...breakfast buffet and dinner surprised us...actually quite good.

Sa Pa: Hotel de la Coupole -M Gallery --beautiful hotel. Absinthe Bar (Afternoon Tea) offers sweet and savory treats paired with tea and coffee. Chic Restaurant had great breakfast buffet but limited choices for dinner.

Chiang Mai: Tamarind Village-- great location in Old City. The Sunday night market is pretty much right in front of hotel. You can walk to the temples. Breakfast buffet was great.

Bangkok: Anantara Riverside --we had a great room with river view. Restaurants are very mediocre --Trader Vic's, Brio, Benihana--all these restaurants are in the US. Drinks at the bar (alcoholic and non) are very expensive even by US standards. Breakfast and dinner buffet also mediocre. Expected more from a luxury ( or mid-luxury?) resort. At least just about a 10minute Grab (Uber in SE Asia) ride to Iconsiam where you can find "air conditioned street food stalls" at bottom level.

Local specialist: Hien Do
Hien
Hien Do
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Jun 18, 2025

Dear Grace,

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re over the moon to hear that you’re happy about your holiday! Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services and organize memorable trips for our future clients.

I am sure to pass along your kind words about KC and Tim, they will be truly happy that they were a part of your incredible trip.

Thank you again for choosing our company and we hope to see you again!
With my best regards from Vietnam,
Hien

Easiest Vacation Planning We Have Ever Had
Vietnam | May 12 - May 24, 2025

Amanda and Alex
Amanda and Alex S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 08, 2025
The booking experience on Kim Kim was overall easy, and made a big international trip like this for a foreigner very stress free. After going through different sample trips we were linked with Realistic Asia in Vietnam and Hien our main point of contact. After telling Hien what we were thinking she gave us a sample trip and made some recommendations which were great. We wanted to make some changes to day trips and hotels, which she was extremely responsive and attentive to which we... Read more

The booking experience on Kim Kim was overall easy, and made a big international trip like this for a foreigner very stress free. After going through different sample trips we were linked with Realistic Asia in Vietnam and Hien our main point of contact. After telling Hien what we were thinking she gave us a sample trip and made some recommendations which were great. We wanted to make some changes to day trips and hotels, which she was extremely responsive and attentive to which we appreciated. Throughout the trip Hien was never far from her phone which made the experience that much more comfortable. Everywhere we went we had a driver and english speaking guide, which made navigating every step in our itinerary very easy. The entire experience with Realistic Asia was turnkey

I want to give a shout out to some excellent guides we had throughout the trip: Huấn in Hoi Ann, Thiện in Hue, and Cuong in Hanoi.All went above and beyond during the tours and giving us tips along the way and we highly recommend using them.

Hotel Reviews
Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection

This hotel is directly across from old town, and a very easy walk away from all major attractions. The pool is overlooking the river and a great spot to spend during the hottest parts off the day. The room was nice and great staff.

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Silk Path Grand Hue

Everything about this hotel is great but it is a dated look and feel. I think the rooms need to be renovated at some point to keep up with other five star accommodations.

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Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi
Hanoi

Amazing Historical Hotel with great staff. We enjoyed our stay here. The vibe is definitely professional business and wealthy tourists but we still had a nice time.

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Grand Pioneers Cruise (Formerly Essence Grand Cruise)

This ship has great food service, and rooms. It is a practically brand new luxury yacht which is beautiful and comfortable. When the ship goes to its overnight docking location its not very far from land, and its in a cove with many other boats. I think we would have enjoyed more movement so we were able to see more of Ha Long Bay. The excursion we did ( kayaking) was boring and every boat in the area seemed like they were doing the same thing.

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VIP Fast Track Service
VIP Fast Track Service
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A must do for coming into Saigon, made the trip so much easier.

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Local specialist: Hien Do
Hien
Hien Do
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Jun 13, 2025

Dear Amanda & Alex,

Thanks so much for your wonderful review! We’re really glad to know that you enjoyed your holiday Vietnam.

Your feedback is highly appreciated, as it enables us to further develop our services. Trust us, you’ve made our day immensely better by sharing your experience.

Thanks again for the review and for being such a great customer.

With my best regards from Realistic Asia <3
Hien

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