Son Doong Cave: The Spectacular World’s Largest Mountain River Cave
Explore Son Doong Cave, the largest cave in the world, on a 4-day adventure with exclusive operator Oxalis Adventure. How this colossal masterpiece of nature came to be is a tale of wonder. Jungle hike, cave camp, and explore peculiar formations and a unique cave ecosystem.
Trekking in Vietnam: Top 7 Exciting Trails to Conquer
Trekking trails in Vietnam abound, but we’ve picked the best 7. Traverse the mountain highlands of Sapa and Ha Giang. Be captivated inside awesome caves, by sublime scenery in national parks, and mountain top vistas. For spiritual seekers, tread a Buddhist pilgrimage trail.
Top 7 Most Interesting National Parks in Vietnam
There are 34 national parks across Vietnam. Fortunately, the best are easily reached from main cities. There’s Cuc Phuong in Ninh Binh and Ba Vi near Hanoi. South of Hue is Bach Ma and north is Phong Nha-Ke Bang. Ho Chi Minh lays claim to Cat Tien and Con Dao National Parks.
Cat Cat Village: A Taste of Love and Life Outside of Sapa City
Cat Cat Village is a fun introduction to the rural culture and peoples around Sa Pa town. Take an easy hike down into the Muong Hoa Valley with numerous scenic stops along the way. Cat Cat is famous for its waterfall that once powered Sapa town, and its souvenir shopping.
Mua Cave and Tam Coc - Bich Dong Tourist Area
Mua Cave is the place you need to be for fantastic views of Tam Coc – Bich Dong. This trilling hike is a Tran Dynasty experience of mythical landscapes not to be missed. Discover the past at Vu Lam Palace, explore nature in Thung Nham Bird Garden, or delight in Galaxy Cave.
Bai Dinh Pagoda with Nine National Attainments
Bai Dinh Pagoda stands in Hoa Lu Ancient Capital in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. The site dates to 968 AD and relic structures still stand in the Ancient Area. Witness the splendor and beauty of its 9 National Attainments and a sublime heritage of Buddhist culture.
Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex: A Natural Wonder to Behold
Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex is dubbed Halong Bay on Land. It has two UNESCO World Heritage Site listings. Take an amazing boat trip to Trang An Grottoes through the Tam Coc – Bich Dong rice paddies. Visit three spectacular Pagodas, temples, and Hoa Lu Ancient Capital.
Historicity of Hoa Lu Ancient Capital
Hoa Lu Ancient Capital is in the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex. Visit the most historic site in Vietnam with structures from the founding Dinh Dynasty and succeeding Le Dynasty. Highlights include temples to Vietnam’s greatest kings and the prodigious Bai Dinh Pagoda.
Bach Ma National Park: Hiking and Trekking the Trails
Bach Ma National Park is a short getaway from Danang and Hue. There are many easy hiking trails and a few challenging routes. Hike to Bach Ma summit for stunning views of Hue and Danang. Other highlights are Do Quyen waterfall, Five Lakes, and Truc Lam Zen Monastery.
