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Vietnam
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also known as:
Socialist Republic of Vietnam
Priority: High
Location Type: Country
South East Asian nation bordering China, Laos, and Cambodia, with a coastline along the South China Sea. Travellers flock here to see sights such as the Cu Chi Tunnels and the islands of Ha Long Bay.
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Vietnam Visa Regulations

 Doing research for Vietnam visa confuses many travelers. Actually, the process is relatively straight forward - you can choose between a visa from the embassy and a pre-arranged Visa on Arrival. Here is an overview of visa regulations and requirements for Vietnam. ... read more
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Region

Mekong Delta
Mekong Delta destinations
Mekong Delta
The Mekong Delta is a region in southwestern Vietnam where the Mekong River approaches from Cambodia and empties into the sea.
Southern Vietnam
Southern Vietnam destinations
Ho Chi Minh City
Phu Quoc
Mui Ne
Southern Vietnam
Southern Vietnam covers the Mekong Delta, the extreme southern end of the Mekong River, and the area around Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Central Highlands
Central Highlands destinations
Da Lat
Central Highlands
lush forest covered hills featuring indigenous tribes and the occasional elephant
Central Coast
Central Coast destinations
Hoi An
Hue
Nha Trang
Central Coast
the ancient city of Hue is the home of the still recent Vietnamese kings, Hoi An features one of the nicest old seacoast towns in Vietnam, and the resort town of Nha Trang
Northern Vietnam
Northern Vietnam destinations
Halong Bay
Hanoi
Sapa
Northern Vietnam
harbors some of the most magnificent views of Vietnam as well as the capital city and the chance to visit indigenous hill tribes

Tours in & around Vietnam

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