THE COUNTRY
Nestled on the eastern edge of the Indochina peninsula, Vietnam is a tapestry of vibrant landscapes and rich history. From the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay, where jagged limestone peaks rise majestically from the sea, to the bustling streets of Hanoi, alive with a symphony of scooters and street vendors, Vietnam is a land of contrasts. The ancient temples of My Son whisper tales of bygone empires, while the winding waterways of the Mekong Delta paint a portrait of pastoral serenity.
Vietnam's culture, steeped in tradition yet brimming with modernity, offers a culinary journey from fragrant pho to intricate banh xeo. The resilience of its people, reflected in its storied past and dynamic present, makes Vietnam not just a destination but a revelation. In this land where every sunset over terraced rice fields tells a story, you will find not just a place but a deep and enduring story.
- Ha Long Bay;
- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon);
- Hue (includes Imperial Citadel and Thien Mu Pagoda);
- Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park; Hoi An;
- Sapa Countryside;
- My Son
- Private Jets, Helicopters and Airliners
- Finest Onboard Catering
- Ground Transport and Yachts
- Luxury Villa & House Rentals
- Local Guide & 24/7 Assistance
- Customized Global Services
TO BE KNOWN
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The State's CapitalHanoi (Ha Noi)
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Time ZoneUTC +7
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Telephone Code84
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Total Area331 210 Km2
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Population104 799 174 (2023 est.)
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Main LanguagesVietnamese, English, French, Chinese
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CurrencyDong (VND)
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GDP Per CapitaUSD 10600
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Airports45
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Heliports1
TRAVEL INFORMATION
Tropical in south; monsoonal in north with hot, rainy season (May to September) and warm, dry season (October to March)
Kinh (Viet) 85.3%, Tay 1.9%, Thai 1.9%, Muong 1.5%, Khmer 1.4%, Mong 1.4%, Nung 1.1%, other 5.5% (2019 est.)
Standing with your hands on your hips or crossing your arms on your chest are seen as impolite body language.
Pho — rice noodles in beef or chicken broth seasoned with cumin, coriander powder, black cardamom, roasted onion powder, roasted ginger powder, fennel, and cloves; sometimes beef slices and/or vegetable sprouts are added
Lower middle-income socialist East Asian economy; rapid economic growth since Đổi Mới reforms; strong investment and productivity growth; tourism and manufacturing hub; TPP signatory; declining poverty aside from ethnic minorities
