Vietnam. A unique culture, beautiful landscapes, great beaches, delicious food. A country in Southeast Asia with many special features. In our video, we show you the center and south of Vietnam in 5 minutes.
First, we discover the Marble Mountains near Da Nang. A real highlight! The entrance fee is less than 2 euros, but you can spend what feels like half a day here - and admire the many Buddhist shrines before continuing on to historic Hoi An. For some, this is Vietnam's most charming city, known for its canals and well-preserved old town. Incidentally, it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.
We relax on the beautiful An Bang Beach, where the water is pleasantly warm all year round. After a short walk, we treat ourselves to a foot massage and stroll around the night market. It's open every evening. Souvenirs and street food are on sale. We try pho - a traditional dish - which is prepared with chili, coriander and lime, among other things.
The next day we travel to the imperial city of Hue, around 3 hours from Da Nang. On the way: the famous Hai Van Pass. Hue was the capital of Vietnam from 1802 to 1945. Hue has retained its imperial charm to this day. The citadel is the highlight. The imperial palace was built on the model of the Forbidden City in Beijing. A sprawling complex where attention to detail is paramount. Simply beautiful.
Ho Chi Minh City. The largest city in Vietnam with almost 10 million inhabitants. Our first stop: the Ben Nghe Street Food Market. All dishes are freshly prepared here. Banh Mi, by the way, is a Vietnamese sandwich that you have to try.The Vietnamese coffee is brewed directly over the glass and served with very sweet condensed milk. At Ben Thant Market, you will find fruit and souvenirs for every taste. Whether it's a happy Buddha figure or a piece of the stinky durian fruit.
A trip to Vietnam includes an examination of the past, which is why we also visit the War Remnants Museum. Remnants of the Vietnam War are impressively displayed. For example, the iconic picture of the napalm girl.
Combine two trips: Vietnam and Cambodia.
- Travel period: 10 days
- Best time to travel: January to May
- Main dish: 3 €
