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    Explore the calm waters and epic scenery of Halong Bay's quieter neighbour

    Limestone outcrops blanketed in lush vegetation rise up from the still, jade coloured water. Your boat glides smoothly across the glassy surface, the shapes and shadows of the islets changing as you navigate this watery paradise. This is La Ha Bay, the smaller, quieter and altogether more serene neighbour of Halong Bay.

    Although belonging to a different province, Lan Ha is essentially an extension of Halong Bay and offers the same mesmerising scenery. Laying south east of Cat Ba Island, fewer boats make their way to Lan Ha meaning you’ll get to enjoy this idyllic setting without the busy crowds.

    As you weave your way through the islands, you’ll come across secluded bays, white sandy beaches and floating villages. There are caves to explore, islands to cycle on, and the pristine waters are perfect for swimming, snorkelling and kayaking.

    Your luxury junk boat will be your home away from home as you explore Lan Ha Bay, and there are few experiences as magical as watching the sun rise from the comfort of your cabin, then watching it sink behind the sparkling water as the day draws to a close.

    Highlights

    Explore Lan Ha Bay in a luxury junk boat.

    Make stops to explore mystical caves and cycle across the islands.

    Discover Lan Ha Bay’s underwater world on snorkelling excursions.

    Lan Ha Bay's white sandy beaches and floating villages are mesmerising. There are few experiences as magical as watching the sun rise from the comfort of your cabin, or exploring mysterious caves and kayaking through glassy waters.

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    Luxury accommodation in Lan Ha Bay

    There are many incredible places to stay in Lan Ha Bay. Here are some of our favourites, handpicked by our travel designers:

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    With its cooler climate and French colonial feel, you’ll find the charming city of Dalat to be uniquely different from the rest of Vietnam. Known as “The City of Eternal Spring”, Dalat boasts a very temperate climate and its surrounding green countryside is blessed with lakes, waterfalls, evergreen forests and gardens.

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    Danang

    Danang is central Vietnam‘s largest city, an important port sat at the half way point between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh.

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    Halong Bay

    Over 2,000 limestone islets and plinths rise out from the emerald waters of the Gulf of Tonkin to make up the exquisite Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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    Hanoi

    Hanoi is a bustling and fascinating place – a whirlwind of colours, smells and sounds and a wonderful place to get a real flavour of life in Vietnam.

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    Ho Chi Minh

    A booming economy has given Ho Chi Minh city (often still referred to as Saigon) a new energy and lease of life. Socially the city is flourishing with a sophisticated café culture, an exciting dining scene and burgeoning interest in eclectic art.

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    Hoi An

    With its pretty architecture and beguiling riverside setting packed into its neat size, Hoi An is small enough to stroll around and soak up its rich wealth of heritage.

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    Hue

    Hue sits on the banks of the Perfume River and is another of Vietnam’s safeguarded heritage sites under UNESCO and an interesting blend of old and new.

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    Mekong River Cruises

    Spanning 4,350 kilometres, the Mekong River is the lifeblood to innumerable communities across Asia. From its icy beginning on the Tibetan Plateau, the river then winds through China, Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and Cambodia before breaking into Vietnam’s Mekong Delta.

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    Nha Trang

    The Nha Trang area is home to some of Vietnam‘s best luxury beach escapes, set in hidden coves well away from the vibrant town itself.

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    Ninh Binh and Tam Coc

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    A sleepy palm fringed island a short flight from Saigon, Phu Quoc is an idyllic retreat after exploring the highlights of Vietnam.

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    The Northern Highlands

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    When to visit

    Vietnam is warm year-round. There are two monsoon seasons which hit the south, central and northern parts of the country at different times. In general the start of the year is the best time to go.

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