Vietnam tour
Vietnam tour

Vietnam

Vietnam

Overview

Vietnam is located in the eastern part of the Indo-China Peninsula in Southeast Asia. Vietnam shares its borders with China to the north, Laos, and Cambodia to the west, the South China Sea to the east, and the Gulf of Tonkin and Hainan island (China) to the north-east. Hanoi is its capital, and Ho Chi Minh City is its largest city. Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing economies of the 21st century. A lot of tourists book Vietnam tours every year.

Vietnam tours & packages

 

Top Attraction

A vast number of international tourists visit the hospitable city of Ho Chi Minh in Vietnam. Hanoi, Hạ Long, and Hạ Long Bay are other Vietnam Tours destinations. We recommend the Touroogle Vietnam tour tourists visiting this wonderful country do the following in Vietnam:

  •  Light a lantern in Hoi An,
  •  visit Halong Bay,
  •  Hike through Cat Ba Island,
  • Cruise the Mekong Delta,
  •  Visit the largest cave in Phong Nha National Park,
  • Visit Buon Ma Thuot: the coffee-making heartland,
  •  Go to a Vietnamese-style church,
  • See rare primates in Cat Tien National Park,
  •  Visit Ban Gioc Waterfall
  •  Cross the Golden Hands Bridge in Da Nang,
  •  Enjoy the tranquility on Phu Quoc Island

And a lot more.

The older and most interesting places

There are eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. The UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Vietnam include five cultural sites, two natural sites, and one mixed; they are:
  •  The Complex of Huế Monuments,
  • Hội An Ancient Town,
  • Mỹ Sơn Sanctuary,
  • Hạ Long Bay,
  • Phong Nha – Kẻ Bàng National Park,
  • Central Sector of Imperial Citadel of Thăng Long,
  • Millennial Anniversary of the Thăng Long,
  • Tràng An Scenic Landscape Complex.

Neighboring countries

Vietnam’s neighboring countries include China to the north and Laos and Cambodia to the west. Its maritime border with Thailand through the Gulf of Thailand, and the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia through the South China Sea.

Culture

The Vietnam culture is one of the ancient cultures in Southeast Asia, dating back to the Bronze Age. In addition, Chinese culture has heavily influenced Vietnamese culture during its 1000 years of rule over the region. The main elements of Vietnamese culture include: 
  • ancestor veneration, 
  • respect for community and family, 
  • manual labor, 
  • and living in harmony with nature.
The Vietnamese do not easily trust foreigners. As a Vietnam tour visiting the country, always negotiate in shopping. In addition, the Vietnamese always try to save face by avoiding whatever will embarrass or diminish them in public. They respect academic studies, elders, and their war history. In Vietnam, people do not expect tipping; they feel disdained if overtly tipped. Food plays a vital role in Vietnamese culture, and they find it rude to leave food uneaten.

Language

In Vietnam, people speak and write Vietnamese. The Vietnamese language has experienced many transformations. It started with the Classical Chinese script, followed by a Vietnamese script which used Chinese script as a basis, to the current Latin iteration.

Food

There are many delicious foods you should not miss while visiting Vietnam. Here is a list of different and unforgettable food in Vietnam:
  • Goi Cuon: Spring rolls packed with greens, coriander, and pork or shrimp.
  • Banh mi: A French baguette filled with a delicious ingredient.
  • Banh xeo: Sizzling pancakes containing shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, and egg.
  • Bun Cha: Grilled meatballs.
  • Pho: Noodle soup.
  • Cao Lau: Thick rice-flour noodles, bean sprouts, and pork-rind croutons in a light soup.
  • Cha ca: Whitefish sautéed in butter with dill and spring onions and served with rice noodles and peanuts.
  • Mi Quang: An affordable bowl of meat noodles with flavorsome oils, sprigs of leaves, shrimp, peanuts, mint, and quail eggs.
  • Com tam: A leftover-style snack made of broken rice.

Covid-19 aka Coronavirus Travel Advice

If you consider traveling during the coronavirus pandemic, take precautions to protect yourself and others from Covid-19. Answer a few questions before traveling to a destination: have you been vaccinated against Covid-19, have you been in close contact with a person with Covid-19, and does your home or destination have requirements or restrictions for travelers?
Steps to stay safe during your travel

  • Maintain a distance of 2 meters from others,
  • Wear a face mask,
  • Avoid the crowded or poorly ventilated areas,
  • Cover coughs and sneezes with bent elbow or tissues,
  • Clean and wash your hands frequently,
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth,
  • Avoid eating or drinking on public transportation.

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