November 7th , 2009 → 3:24 am @ hikingvietnam.com
The trip offers you an opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful parts in Sapa area, which is under protection of Hoang Lien National Park. The night you spend in campsite nearby a river will be memorial moments along the trek. Day 1: Sapa – Tavan – Seomity You will go south by car [...]
Category : Trekking/Hiking Tours
November 7th , 2009 → 3:23 am @ hikingvietnam.com
On this trip you have an opportunity to explore one of the most beautiful parts in Sapa area, which is under protection of Hoang Lien National Park. The night you spend in campsite nearby a river will be memorial moments along the trek. You will also be able to meet several different minorities, which cannot [...]
Category : Trekking/Hiking Tours
November 7th , 2009 → 3:20 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Day 1: Hanoi – Laocai. Overnight train. Pick you up at your hotel in Hanoi and transfer to the Ha Noi Train Station to get the night train to Lao Cai station . Day 2: Lao Cai – Sa Pa. Our guide meets you at the Lao Cai train station, and you depart for Sa [...]
Category : Trekking/Hiking Tours
November 7th , 2009 → 3:11 am @ hikingvietnam.com
The Vietnamese back country is beautiful, and joining a guided tour of the countryside is a safe and exciting way to take in the sights. HikingVietnam’s knowledgeable guides explore the history and myths of this fascinating country while helping mitigate cultural differences and any dangers associated with traveling in it. As the tourism market continues [...]
Category : Maps & Media
November 7th , 2009 → 3:10 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Tourist visas obtained from embassies and consulates outside of Vietnam are good for one entry and a stay of up to 30 days. Processing times vary depending on the location, though one week is a safe estimate. When forwarding your application, enclose your passport, two passport-sized photographs and the application fee (money orders preferred). Applicants [...]
Category : Maps & Media
November 7th , 2009 → 3:09 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Given Vietnam’s sliver-like shape, travelling from one major city to the next can be a time consuming affair. There is no question that travel by air is the fastest and most convenient means of getting around for those who don’t mind the extra expense. Vietnam Airlines offers the greatest coverage, with service to 15 cities. [...]
Category : Maps & Media
November 7th , 2009 → 3:08 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Travel by air is the most convenient means of arriving in Vietnam. International airports are found in Da Nang, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. These are strategically spaced across the country to offer convenient access to each region. Long-haul flights to Vietnam usually involve a layover at a regional hub, typically in Thailand, Japan [...]
Category : Maps & Media
November 7th , 2009 → 3:07 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Vietnam covers a substantial latitudinal range, with temperatures varying depending on the elevation and geographical situation of each region. Distinct wet and dry periods occur across the year, though rain continues to fall year-round. Southern Vietnam is the hottest region. When planning a visit to the south, it is best to arrive during the less [...]
Category : Weather & Climate
November 7th , 2009 → 3:06 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Tri Thien Hotel Located in the heart of the city, and only five minutes by motor from Can Tho trade centre. Tri Thien Hotel has 12 deluxe and VIP rooms with modern facilities, as well as friendly, comfortable and hospitable services. Tan Tay Do Tan Tay Do Hotel is located in the heart of Can [...]
Category : Hotel Accommodation
November 7th , 2009 → 3:02 am @ hikingvietnam.com
No other city in Southeast Asia provides an adrenaline shot quite like Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC), as the epicenter of Vietnam’s economic boom and tourism revival. The city once known as Saigon is a study in contrasts, with its modernization, bustling cafés, five-star hotels and shopping malls intertwined with centuries-old pagodas, dimly lit alleyways, [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
November 7th , 2009 → 3:02 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Vietnam’s capital, Hanoi is referred to as the ‘Green City’ and exudes an atmosphere of sleepy sophistication. It is a metropolis where one can find the exciting new face of Asia blends with the old in a way that is truly captivating. Imbued with French cultural influences that are still very much in evidence from [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
November 7th , 2009 → 3:01 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Halong Bay is a spectacular location for sightseeing in Vietnam. Located in the Gulf of Tonkin, it forms an amazing seascape of limestone pillars along with more than 1,600 islands and islets. The visitors seem to discover paradise in Halong Bay with the clear water of the Bay, with some large islands and small alcoves [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
November 7th , 2009 → 3:00 am @ hikingvietnam.com
The capital of Lam Dong Province, the town of Dalat is a five-hour private car journey from Ho Chi Minh City. Situated at 1500 meters above sea level, Dalat rests on the Laing Biang Plateau in the southern tip of Vietnam’s Central Highlands. The region has abundant agriculture, growing mushrooms, tomatoes, strawberries, coffee, tea and [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
November 7th , 2009 → 2:58 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Only a half hour drive south of the city of Danang lies the charming village of Hoi An. Sitting on the banks of the Thu Bon River, it is only a few minutes from the white sandy beaches of coastal Vietnam. As you stroll the streets of Hoi An, it will seem as if you [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
November 7th , 2009 → 2:57 am @ hikingvietnam.com
Capital of the Thua Thien province in central Vietnam, the city of Hue sits peacefully along the banks of the Song Huong River, also known as the Perfume River, located almost exactly halfway between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. An area of strategic military and ancient significance, the city has a robust community devoted [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
November 7th , 2009 → 2:56 am @ hikingvietnam.com
The peaceful city of Nha Trang is a wonderful destination for guests seeking a unique get-away-from-it-all break from the world. The city has an abundance of pristine beaches and crystal clear waters. Nha Trang Bay is noted as one of the world’s top 25 waterways, and its white sand beaches, gorgeous islands and lovely fishing [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
October 20th , 2009 → 6:33 pm @ hikingvietnam.com
Sapa began life as a hilltop retreat for French colonists desperate to escape the searing heat of the Vietnamese plains. They chose the lofty cool of Fansipan’s surrounds, and it’s easy to see why- the humidity of Hanoi peels away as you ascend the mountain peaks skirted with sculptured, emerald-green rice terraces. Sapa and its [...]
Category : Hiking Destinations
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