PLACES OF INTEREST
Hue
Vietnam’s third largest city was once its capital. The Citadel is Hue’s most famous attraction, which houses the Forbidden Purple City, once the Emperor’s private residence. A dragon boat cruise along the Perfume River, visiting Emperor Tu Duc’s Tomb and Thien Mu Pagoda, is a great way to see the country-side, or for something different, cycle around this historical town.
Dalat
The jewel of the Central Highlands; Dalat is a temperate region dotted with lakes, waterfalls, evergreen forests and gardens. It is also home to many Vietnamese artists and those of the avant-garde set, including the Mad Monk, Vien Thuc, who enjoy its year round mild climate. Other nearby attractions include Lat Village, Dambri Waterfall and a scenic train ride to Trai Mat.
Nha Trang
This seaside resort town is gaining a reputation for its bountiful seafood and quality resorts. The reason most people come here is to sail around the beautiful turquoise waters of the South China Sea. The clear waters make for excellent snorkelling and scuba diving. Boat trips are a real highlight in Nha Trang.