The Many Faces Of Vietnam

Want an adventure in a unique and exotic location? Why not consider Vietnam? Tours with experienced and adventurous operators can introduce you to this colourful country, full of culture and character. There is never a shortage of things to do and amazing sights to see in this friendly country, and your tour guides will take you through all the attractions on offer in the heritage filled cities and villages. The country has a number of ruins to explore, displaying its rich history and religious development; there are also bustling cities, with markets where you are sure to find a bargain and traditional food to try. The coast and rivers offer a different (but equally fabulous) way to see the real country, while relaxing on a traditional vessel.

Exploring the Ruins

Exploring the historical ruins is the perfect way to get to grips with the fascinating heritage of Vietnam. Tours of these ruins can be accompanied by local guides, to illuminate their history and explain their significance to the culture. While the famous Angkor Wat is perfectly preserved, other, lesser-known, ruins are slowly being overtaken by the jungle. The strong religious focus of the local people means that temples dot the landscape with many of them built in peaceful settings, perfect for a quiet meditation to find a form of inner peace only found within nature. This peaceful aura may allow you to connect more fully with yourself, and in turn feel an affinity with the past. Some of these temples are in use today and you may even be able to participate in the prayers and rituals, which have been performed here for generations.

Exploring the Cities
Exploring the nooks and crannies of a city is the ideal way to get a true and authentic snapshot of a country - and it is no different in Vietnam. Tours of any of the major cities can provide a sense of order to what could be chaotic and stressful if tackled on one's own. They provide a plan to work through and ensure you see all of interest from the cuisine to the important historical locations. From Da Nang to Hanoi and everywhere in between, spend some time in the cities and you will experience a true cross-section of this wonderful culture.

Explore the Coast and the Rivers

When visiting Vietnam, tours should also include the myriad delights of walking on the banks of the Mekong Delta and cruising through its beautiful bays. As with all parts of the country, there is a strong sense of tradition in its river travel; tourists can travel in traditional boats that have been used for trade and fishing since the time of the local's ancestors. A cruise on one of these boats is not to be missed, especially in a beautiful location like Halong Bay, where the unique limestone formations rise to greet you from the misty waters of the bay picture perfect, to say the least.

About the Author:
Andrew Mulvaney works for Tucan Travel, an award-winning provider of high-quality tours which include Vietnam tours and other adventure tours to destinations such as Cambodia, Laos and Thailand. Tours with Tucan Travel take you out of your comfort zone and immerse you in a thrilling, faraway land.

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