10 most beautiful destinations in Vietnam in international magazine

If you start at the northern border, you'll traverse 1.650 km of emerald landscapes, "gilded" beaches and bustling cities before reaching your final destination in the south of Vietnam.

Travelers can fly to historic Hanoi or dynamic Ho Chi Minh City or skip these two megacities for the laid-back beaches of tropical Phu Quoc. Choosing a destination to explore in Vietnam is not easy, so, Lonely Planet has given the following list (in order from 1 to 10) for visitors to have a better overview.

Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc Island is a place where beach devotees come to "pray". Surrounded by turquoise waters and fine sandy beaches, this is the place to take it slow by reaching for a cocktail as the embers sun sink into the bay. This place is also crowded with local tourists who come to enjoy the thrills in VinWonders amusement park and see the breathtaking view over the sea from the world's longest sea-crossing cable car. 

Ha Noi

Every trip has to start somewhere and the ideal destination for first-timers to Vietnam is the capital, Hanoi. Developed infrastructure, affordable accommodation, world-class cuisine and long history await visitors to discover. From Hanoi, you can easily go to Ha Long or the Northwest mountains. But first, give yourself time to peruse the menu of Vietnamese street food and soak up the cozy atmosphere in the cafes in the Old Quarter…

Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay

While trips to Ha Long Bay are highly commercialized, with motorized luxury yachts blowing smoke around eroded limestone islands, Lan Ha Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay make visitors more comfortable because there are not many cruise ships. Try kayaking among the cliffs, explore tropical trails on Cat Ba Island – the gateway to Lan Ha Bay – or relax on the sand on Bai Tu Long's idyllic Co To island.

Ho Chi Minh

The country's busiest city is whirling and fun, especially at night, when the sidewalk turns into a giant restaurant with mobile buffets of street food stalls and bars. In addition, the most popular place with visitors is the War Remnants Museum or the streets that are left with ancient French architecture…

Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park

The top natural tourist attraction in Vietnam is Son Doong Cave, the world's largest cave by volume and a true wonder of humanity. However, this huge cave is only accessible by guided tours. In addition, trips to Tu Lan, Phong Nha, Thien Duong or En caves can be done at a lower cost.

Hoi An

It was once one of the most important trading ports in Asia, and merchants from as far away as Japan, Spain and North America gathered. Today, Hoi An is crowded with tourists, in which many international tourists stay for a long time because this place has a lot of interesting things to explore.

Central Beaches

The Central Coast stretches endlessly with hundreds of beautiful beaches. Tourists flock to Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Mui Ne but for a more tranquil experience head to the coast between Hue and Da Nang – Thuan An, the gateway to a string of sandy and tranquil beaches. jar.

Hue

Hue was the former capital of the Nguyen Dynasty in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Today's visitors to Hue choose to explore the ancient citadel with its palaces, mausoleums, temples, etc. However, take your time. For a taste of Hue's royal cuisine – arguably the best in the country, try a bowl of spicy Hue beef vermicelli or a crispy potato cake and you'll find what we say is absolutely correct.

Ba Be National Park

Vietnam has more than 30 national parks, covering everything from coastal swamps to mountainous forests. Beautiful Ba Be National Park, where trails weave between the limestone peaks to the villages of the Mong, Tay and Dao people. Boat excursions and kayaking across a serene lake surrounded by mountains, the scene resembles a medieval woodblock. 

Ha Giang

Visitors can go on a walking journey to ethnic minority villages located in the hills or in the valleys, which is one of Vietnam's top tourist attractions.