Hanoi, the bustling capital of Vietnam, is less frenetic and more atmospheric than Saigon. You could spend hours wandering through the narrow, bustling lanes of the Old… Read more “Hanoi on a budget (part one)”
Month: August 2019
Through the caves and karst landscape of Phong Nha Ke Bang (part two)
We divided our second day in Phong Nha Town between visiting the Phong Nha cave by boat and cycling in the picturesque Bong Lai Valley. The trip… Read more “Through the caves and karst landscape of Phong Nha Ke Bang (part two)”
The spectacular caves of Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park (part one)
Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park is undoubtedly one of highlights of any trip to Vietnam. If you have a few hundred dollars to spend, you could… Read more “The spectacular caves of Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park (part one)”
Hue (part three): the Imperial City
Hue’s most famous attraction is the Imperial Citadel. It would be wise to devote at least half of the day to see it thoroughly and without hurry.… Read more “Hue (part three): the Imperial City”
Hue (part two): the majestic imperial tombs
Our first full day in Hue was one of the most intense ones of the whole trip. We designed a cycling route which would include the three… Read more “Hue (part two): the majestic imperial tombs”
Hue (part one) – the best alternative to Hoi An
Hue is a highly likable city located at the banks of the picturesque Perfume River and bursting with spectacular monuments. Having remained in ruins for years, it is… Read more “Hue (part one) – the best alternative to Hoi An”
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