Vietnam is a charming tourist destination. With its rich cultural heritage, beautiful natural landscapes and delicious traditional cuisines, it is a must-visit country on your Southeast Asia tours. Here are 5 best things to do during your Vietnam tours.
Visit Historical and Cultural Sites
There are many historical and cultural cities in Vietnam such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. While visiting these cities, you can visit local museums and temples to learn about Vietnamese culture. Located in the center of Hanoi, the Temple of Literature is an important cultural landmark in Hanoi. Learn about the history of Vietnam at the Reunification Palace.
As a World Heritage-listed site, the Complex of Hue Monuments boasts a number of spectacular royal architectures. You can also admire Vietnam’s traditional dwellings and handicrafts at some old streets to experience traditional local life.
Watch a Water Puppet Show
Puppets can be found in many places, but water puppets in Vietnam are unique. Water theater is the essence of Vietnamese culture, which skillfully combines puppets and water. The performer stands behind a bamboo curtain and operates long bamboo poles and thin strings hidden in the water. The manipulated puppets make a variety of vivid movements, showing traditional Vietnamese legends. You can watch water puppet shows at theaters in cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
Island Leisure Activities
Vietnam has many famous beaches such as My Khe Beach and Nha Trang Beach. These beaches and islands boast clear waters and fine sandy beaches. There are also various sea activities to choose. You can try water sports such as diving and surfing for an interesting experience.
In Halong Bay, take a cruise to witness the wonders of nature. My Khe Beach is one of the best places to watch the sunrise. You can also play water sports such as paragliding or enjoy a seafood feast. Phu Quoc Island is famous for its cable cars, which allows you to overlook the beautiful towns and island scenery.
Explore Local Markets
During your Vietnam tours, visiting local markets is a great way to experience Vietnamese culture and life. Dong Xuan Market in Hanoi has a wide range of goods at affordable prices. Hanoi Old Street is one of the oldest markets in Vietnam. Here find a wide variety of goods like handicrafts and traditional costumes.
There are many coffee shops and snack bars at Nha Trang City Center Market. You can buy nice souvenirs at Ben Thanh Market, one of the most famous markets in Ho Chi Minh City. Dalat Night Market is mainly selling winter clothes and local specialties.
Taste Vietnam Cuisines
Vietnamese cuisine is known for its distinctive flavors and rich variety. Vietnamese spring rolls are one of the classic Vietnamese snacks with a refreshing flavor. Vietnamese sandwiches, also known as “baguettes”, are the national bread of Vietnam. There are many kinds of Vietnamese rice noodle with rich flavors, such as chicken rice noodle, Bun Bo Hue.
