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Ho Chi Minh City,
Vietnam
What was once Saigon is now a
fascinating blend of Oriental and
Western influences. Explore the
historic Notre Dame Cathedral, the
War Remnant Museum, Reunification
Hall, majestic pagodas, fishing
villages of the Mekong Delta, as
well as the famous Chu Chi tunnels.
Danang, Vietnam
Formerly known as Tourane under
French rule, it was the most
important port in central Vietnam
during the 19th century. It was also
the landing point of the Americans
during the Vietnam War. Today,
Danang is the fourth largest city in
Vietnam offering many fascinating
cultural and historical places of
interest such as the Cham Museum
which was built in 1915, Cao Dai
Temple and Ho Chi Minh Museum.
Popular tourist spots include the
pristine beaches at China beach and
the cave temples of Marble Mountain
with its intricate stone engraving.
Danang boasts of some spectacular
scenery and friendly locals who are
ever willing to share a smile.

Nha Trang, Vietnam
Visit this fascinating seaside town
that is steeped in history, as well
as one of the most spectacular and
finest beaches in Vietnam . Its
roots stem, from its importance
during the Kingdom of Champa, and
Cham culture is still prevalent
today, within the numerous temples
and pagodas. Nha Trang’s vibrant
local economy is based mainly on
fishing, tourism, forestry products
and its comprehensive
infrastructure.
Halong Bay, Vietnam
Located just 160 kilometers
northeast of Hanoi, this is o ne of
the world’s natural wonders. Halong
Bay features more than one thousand
awesome limestone karsts and islands
of various sizes and shapes along
the 120-km coastline of Bai Chay
Beach. Legend has it that Halong Bay
was created when a dragon descended
into the sea, its body forming the
archipelago of 3,000 islands and
rock formations that dot the bay.
Its unique natural beauty has earned
Halong Bay a listing as a World
Heritage Site by UNESCO. Follow your
sense of adventure and explore the
mysterious caves around the bay.
Shopping for souvenirs or savouring
Vietnamese cuisine will complete
your tour of this scenic
destination.

Hue, Vietnam
Hue, once the imperial capital of
the Nguyen Dynasty was recently
recognised as a Unesco world
heritage site featuring many
cultural highlights like the old
imperial palace, citadel, temples
and pagodas constructed more 300
years ago. Hue is also the place of
origin for royal music and is well
known for popular traditional dishes
and intricate handicraft.

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