Dalat

This former French colonial outpost in the mountainous Central Highlands enjoys a cooler climate than the rest of the south. The town was established in 1897 by the French ruling administration as an escape from the tropical summer heat of Saigon and...

Hoi An

The historical town of Hoi An was Vietnam's most important port between the 16th and 18th centuries, attracting merchants from as far afield as China, Japan, India, Indonesia and Europe who came to buy silk, spices and porcelain. Some of these mer...

Hue

While imperial rule ended almost six decades ago, the charming central city of Hue still bears the marks of its royal past. From 1802 to 1945, Hue was home to 13 Nguyen emperors, whose palaces and tombs provide fascinating glimpses into the luxurious...

Nha Trang

The sun-washed town of Nha Trang with its wide avenues and seaside promenade is located on the dramatic coastline of southern Vietnam which has a Mediterranean feel reminiscent of the French Riviera. A place of soft white sand, surrounded by warm, tu...