This practical travel guide to Vietnam features detailed factual travel tips and
points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some
off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to
see and do will make it a perfect companion both ahead of your trip and on the ground. This
Vietnam guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around pre-departure
information and top time-saving tips including a visual list of things not to miss. Our
colour-coded maps make Vietnam easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to
Vietnam has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide to
VIETNAM covers: Ho Chi Minh City and around the Mekong Delta the central highlands the
southern coast central Vietnam the northern coast Hanoi and around and the far north. Inside
this Vietnam travel guide you'll find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences
selected for every kind of trip to Vietnam from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Ca Mau
Peninsula to family activities in child-friendly places like Tra Su Bird Sanctuary or
chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas like Ha Long Bay. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential
pre-departure information including Vietnam entry requirements getting around health
information travelling with children sports and outdoor activities food and drink festivals
culture and etiquette shopping tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING
ITINERARIESIncludes carefully planned routes covering the best of Vietnam which give a taste
of the richness and diversity of the destination and have been created for different time
frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGEClear structure within each sightseeing
chapter of this Vietnam travel guide includes regional highlights brief history detailed
sights and places ordered geographically recommended restaurants hotels bars clubs and
major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCALTips on how to
beat the crowds save time and money and find the best local spots for water puppetry boat
trips cycling kayaking or exploring markets. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISSRough Guides'
rundown of Ho Chi Minh City Da Lat Kon Tum and Son My's best sights and top experiences helps
to make the most of each trip to Vietnam even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT
REVIEWSWritten by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour honesty and
expertise this Vietnam guide book will help you find the best places matching different
needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATIONComprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Vietnam
features fascinating insights into Vietnam with coverage of history religion ethnic groups
environment wildlife and books plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL
COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHYFeatures inspirational colour photography including the stunning Ma Pi Leng
Pass and the spectacular Khai Dinh Mausoleum. COLOUR-CODED MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps
with clearly numbered colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Hoi An Hue and many more
locations in Vietnam reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons
and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK
Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Vietnam allows you to access all
of the content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.