Travel the length of Vietnam, uncovering centuries of history and culture in Hanoi, Hue, and Hoi An; and witnessing everyday life in spectacular places from Ha Long Bay to the Mekong Delta.
Discovering Vietnam
15 days from $6,097 | includes airfare, taxes and all fees
Travel the length of Vietnam, uncovering centuries of history and culture in Hanoi, Hue, and Hoi An; and witnessing everyday life in spectacular places from Ha Long Bay to the Mekong Delta.
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InterContinental Hanoi Westlake
Hanoi, Vietnam
The InterContinental Hanoi Westlake Hotel is a welcome retreat from the bustling city center, located over the serene waters of West Lake, yet only minutes from Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This luxurious urban resort offers tai chi lessons beside the outdoor pool. Savor fine cuisine at the hotel’s Café Du Lac and Milan restaurants, and relax in contemporary guest rooms and suites with a large soaking bathtub, separate walk-in rain shower and spectacular views from your own private balcony.
Hyatt Regency Da Nang
Da Nang, Vietnam
Hyatt Regency Da Nang Resort and Spa is a luxury hotel in Da Nang located on Vietnam's picturesque central coast. Situated on an immaculate stretch of white-sand beach, the resort offers an idyllic oceanfront setting, with sweeping views of the East Sea. The 200-room hotel includes several restaurants and a spa. Air-conditioned guest rooms have a private bath with hair dryer, in-room safe, mini-bar, Internet access, TV, and phone.
Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel
Hue City, Vietnam
The Silk Path Grand Hue Hotel is located just across the Perfume River from the historic imperial city of Hue. Hotel amenities include two restaurants, a lobby lounge and café, outdoor swimming pool, fitness center, spa with massage treatments, beauty salon, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, and laundry service (for a fee). Air-conditioned guest rooms have private bath with hair dryer, in-room safe, minibar, tea- and coffee-making facilities, TV, and phone.
Victoria Can Tho Resort
Can Tho, Vietnam
The Victoria Can Tho Resort sits on the banks of the Hau River, a tributary of the Mekong, offering a lovely retreat in the bustling city of Can Tho. Blending Vietnamese décor and French colonial architecture, the hotel is spacious and inviting, with tastefully appointed rooms that look out on lush garden. The hotel has a central pool, flanked by restaurants and a handsome bar, and features wellness services and a boutique that sells locally made crafts. Bicycles are available for hire.
Sofitel Saigon Plaza
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
The Sofitel Saigon Plaza is located in the city center, in the heart of the business district and close to Notre Dame Cathedral and Reunification Palace. The 275-room property includes two restaurants, two bars, a swimming pool, and fitness center. Air-conditioned guestrooms have private bath with hair dryer, in-room safe, mini-bar, Internet access, TV, and phone.