Our Luxury Vietnam Holidays
This long sliver of a country provides memories you won’t easily forget – from your first bowl of delicious steaming pho to gliding past the mysterious rocky outcrops aboard a junk on Halong Bay. Busy cities from north to south provide a fascinating glimpse into Vietnam’s history, whilst islands such as Phu Quoc offer a stunning beach break.
Vietnam luxury holidays provide some of the most memorable experiences in Southeast Asia. This gorgeous country curves in a thin and elegant S-shape down the eastern side of the Indo-Chinese peninsula, stretching almost 2,000 kilometres from the Gulf of Tonkin down to the Mekong Delta, with an almost unrivalled run of sandy beaches. The northern Red River Delta is the cradle of Vietnamese culture and home to the ancient city of Hanoi with its combination of broad tree lined boulevards and narrow alleyways packed with goods. To the east of Hanoi, on the Bay of Tonkin, is Halong Bay, where limestone outcrops soar out of the morning haze to create breathtaking vistas.
Along the northwest border with China and Laos, there are lush, mountainous areas such as Sapa where many of Vietnam's colourful indigenous tribes live. The mountains widen out to form the Central Highlands, often referred to as the backbone of Vietnam. The colonial town of Dalat is on a plateau in the highlands, surrounded by lakes, forests, waterfalls and an abundance of flora. Much of the coast is fringed with white sandy beaches, beautiful bays and fishing villages. Hoi An is a dreamy backwater port on the central coast, full of peaceful wooden shophouses, and further inland over the Hai Van Pass is Hue, the Nguyen imperial city. The beaches of Vietnam along Nha Trang, Phan Thiet and the beautiful island of Phu Quoc are perfect for relaxation.
The Mekong Delta in the south of the country is the 'rice bowl' of Vietnam and is home to women in conical hats, floating markets - where fruit and vegetables are piled high on wooden boats - and brilliant patchworks of rice paddy. Ho Chi Minh (formerly Saigon) buzzes with energy; it is a city that never sleeps, where French colonial buildings and modern skyscrapers jostle for space. Vietnam is moving forward; the north and south reunified in 1986 and the government began to relax its rigid centralist control, although both regions still tend to preserve their distinct identities.
Browse our suggested itineraries below and see how to discover the very best of luxury Vietnam on your tailor-made holiday.
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Our suggested tours in Vietnam
A Family Adventure Holiday to Vietnam
An active and fun filled adventure holiday for all the clan, taking in the very best of Vietnam’s iconic highlights...
View hereSouthern Vietnam & Cambodia’s Ancient Kingdom of Angkor
Go beyond the traditional tourist trails on this overland journey combining southern Vietnam and Cambodia. Begin in the bustling and...
View hereTravel East Asia in Luxurious Style with Aman Resorts
Experience the beauty of Southeast Asia on this 18 day tour while staying exclusively at Aman proprieties. Observe the brand’s...
View hereBest-of-the-Best Luxury Tour of Vietnam
Vietnam’s impressive roll call of cultural, culinary and natural highlights make her one of Asia’s most enticing destinations. She is...
View hereMeandering Down the Mekong... Thailand, Laos, Cambodia & Vietnam
- Chiang Rai
- Luang Prabang
- Vientiane
- Si Phan Don
- Pakse
- Kratie
- Siem Reap
- Phnom Penh
- Mekong Delta
- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
This is our ‘super luxe’ Mekong itinerary. Sleeping both on the boat and in hotels, you will experience four countries...
View hereBonjour Vietnam… A Fabulous Food-lover's Tour
This tour is ideal for food-lovers. Enjoy an expert-led street food tour of Hanoi, a cooking course in Hue and...
View hereClassic Tour of Vietnam & Cambodia’s Temples of Angkor
This is one of our most popular trips and constantly gets marvellous feedback from clients. It includes a very extensive...
View hereA Whistle-stop Tour of Vietnam
Perfect for people who want to do Vietnam in under 2 weeks. You’ll take in all the highlights, including bedding...
View hereLuxury Indochina… Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia
This trip gives you the most luxurious taste of Indochina. Enjoy Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia’s best boutique hotels, including one...
View hereThe Cultural Gems of Indochina... Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia
This trip gives you the perfect taste of Indochina in under two weeks. Despite travelling through three countries – Vietnam,...
View herePandaw Mekong Cruise... Vietnam & Cambodia
Ideal for people who like to cruise. Pandaw is not the only vessel that does this route; we have many...
View hereSome of our favourite hotels in Vietnam
Paradise Peak ,
Halong Bay
In our opinion Paradise Peak is currently the most luxurious and well-run vessel cruising the stunning limestone islands and emerald...
View here Amanoi ,
Vinh Hy Bay
Amanoi is one of Ampersand's Top 10 Beach Hotels, Top 10 Romantic Retreats and Top 10 Aman Resorts in Asia. It also has...
View here Four Seasons Nam Hai ,
Hoi-An
Set along a one kilometre stretch of the famed China Beach, the Four Seasons Nam Hai's villas benefit from beautiful...
View here Six Senses Ninh Van Bay ,
Nha Trang
Six Senses Ninh Van Bay is one of Ampersand's Top 10 Romantic Retreats Accessible only by boat, the site of...
View here Six Senses Con Dao ,
Con Dao
True to the Six Senses philosophy, the Six Senses Can Dao is in a remote area of outstanding natural beauty on the...
View here The Sofitel Legend Metropole ,
Hanoi
The Sofitel Legend Metropole is one of Ampersand's Top 10 Lux City Hotels. Built in 1901, the Metropole in the...
View hereSome of our favourite places of interest in Vietnam
Sapa
The small market town of Sapa is perched dramatically on the edge of a high plateau, at approximately 1500 metres,...
View hereDa Nang
The coastal city of Da Nang in central Vietnam is well known for its long stretches of white sandy beaches...
View hereMai Chau
Mai Chau, located in the mountainous province of Hoa Binh province, is approximately 135 km west of Hanoi. The small...
View hereNha Trang
The sun-washed town of Nha Trang, on Vietnam’s dramatic southern Vietnam coast emanates a Mediterranean feel reminiscent of the French...
View hereDalat
This former French colonial outpost in the mountainous Central Highlands enjoys a cooler climate than the rest of the south...
View hereHanoi
In 1010 Emperor Ly Thai To founded his capital on the fertile banks of the Red River, which he christened...
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