10 Reasons to Visit Vietnam in 2025–2026: A Must-See Destination in Asia

17/10/2025

10 Reasons to Visit Vietnam in 2025–2026: A Must-See Destination in Asia

You may be wondering: “Why only 10 reasons to visit Vietnam?” Actually this list could go on forever - because Vietnam is a destination that enchants anyone. However, based on real experience and the perspective of local travel experts, we have selected the 10 most outstanding reasons for you to begin your journey to explore this wonderful country.

Each reason is an invitation for you to dream about your upcoming trip and plan a memorable vacation in Vietnam - where culture, nature, and people blend together to create unforgettable experiences.

Vietnam - One of the Safest Countries to Visit

In a world that is changing rapidly, Vietnam stands out as one of the safest destinations in Asia, helping travelers to enjoy their vacation with peace of mind.

Major tourist cities like Da Nang, Hoi An, Hue, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc… are highly rated for safety, cleanliness, and friendliness toward foreign visitors.

Vietnam is not only safe in terms of social order, but also in food, nature, and tourism services, with increasingly professional, friendly, and sustainable standards.

For that reason, Vietnam is ideal for groups of friends, families even with small children, or even solo travelers.

15 Days Vietnam Cultural Discovery: From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

Spectacular and Diverse Natural Landscapes

From the majestic terraced rice fields stretching across the northern peaks, the distinctive heritage of the Central region, to the long beaches of the South, Vietnam is a vivid and enchanting natural canvas.

Halong Bay - a magnificent world natural heritage, where thousands of limestone islands rise amidst blue seas.

Ninh Binh - a top-10 world wonder for those who dislike crowds.

Sapa - clouds caressing mountains, terraced fields and villages hidden like paintings.

Phong Nha Ke Bang - home to the world’s most magnificent cave systems, including the famous Son Doong Cave.

Da Nang - a perfect harmony of blue sea and poetic, pristine mountains.

→Every region offers its own beauty, making travelers feel like they have stepped into a fairy tale.

Vietnam Travel “Soft Price” but Quality Beyond Expectation

Compared to many countries in the region, travel in Vietnam delivers exceptional value.

Boutique hotels and 4–5 star resorts cost only half as much as in Thailand or Singapore.

Street food delights cost only from 1–2 USD per dish.

Tickets for attractions and domestic transportation are convenient and economical.

Vietnam all-inclusive tours not only have good prices but also many attractive deals that let you save nearly half the cost of the trip.

Special thing is even with “soft prices,” service quality in Vietnam is becoming more professional, from pick-up, guiding to lodging, creating a comfortable and memorable journey.

10-Day Classic Vietnam Journey: Ho Chi Minh – Hoi An – Hanoi – Sapa

Friendly and Hospitable People

What travelers remember after a trip is not only the scenery but the smiles of Vietnamese people.

Whether you wander through the Old Quarter of Hanoi, sit by the Thu Bon River in Hoi An or stay in a small village in the Mekong Delta, you still feel the friendliness, hospitality and sincerity.

Many travelers have shared: “Vietnamese people are always willing to help, whether it is to give directions or offer a glass of iced tea.”

That simplicity creates the delicate beauty of Vietnamese tourism - beauty from the heart.

Impressive Millennia-Old Culture and Heritage

With over 4,000 years of history, Vietnam has a rich and profound culture, crystallized from its 54 ethnic groups.

Hoi An - peaceful ancient town, glowing with lanterns.

Hue - the former imperial capital with royal citadel, palaces, temples and court music.

My Son - ruins of the ancient Cham kingdom, full of Hindu influences.

Hanoi - the thousand-year cultured capital, where old meets modern.

→Each destination is a piece of history reflecting the depth of the Vietnamese soul.

UNESCO Heritage Sites That Captivate Visitors

To date Vietnam has 9 world heritage sites recognized by UNESCO from North to South. Each site carries not only historical and artistic value but also tells profound stories of identity, memory and human spirit.

From majestic Halong Bay, grand Phong Nha - Ke Bang, to the ancient town of Hoi An, the old capital Hue, the My Son sanctuary, the Trang An scenic complex, the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, the Ho Dynasty Citadel and most recently the Yen Tu - Vinh Nghiem - Con Son - Kiep Bac relic and landscape complex becoming Vietnam’s 9th world heritage site. All are testimonies to great cultural and natural richness.

Not just check-in spots. Each heritage is a story, a deep exploration journey - where travelers slow down, contemplate the true value of history and people.

Breath-Taking Beach Paradises

With a coastline of over 3,200 km, Vietnam is called the beach paradise of Asia.

Da Nang - dynamic, modern, with My Khe beach considered one of the world’s most charming (Forbes).

Nha Trang - a vibrant beach tourism center, good for snorkeling and cruising.

Phu Quoc - a tranquil gem island, place to watch the most beautiful sunset in Vietnam.

Con Dao - pristine, clean, full of historical significance.

→Whether you prefer luxury resorts or explorative travel, Vietnam has a beach “that belongs to you.”

Floating Market Culture - Soul of the Mekong Delta

One of the most distinctive features of the Southwest is floating markets - where life takes place on boats.

At Cai Rang, Phong Dien, Nga Nam, visitors can see bustling trading, enjoy breakfast on a boat, sip iced coffee on the river - an experience “only in Vietnam.”

Floating markets are not only trading hubs but reflect the lifestyle and community culture of rivers and water - simple but full of humanity.

→Explore Vietnam from South to North so that your first impression is the cultural essence of floating markets in the Mekong Delta.

10-Day Vietnam Highlights Tour: Ho Chi Minh, Da Nang, Hoi An, Hanoi & Halong Bay

Experience Living Like a Local Truly

In Vietnam you are not just a tourist - you can become a real local:

Plant vegetables, fish, ride buffaloes, transplant rice with farmers in Tra Que vegetable village (Hoi An).

Make pottery in Thanh Ha village, weave silk in Ma Chau village or take photos in ao dai in Hue.

Stay in a homestay in a village in Sapa, cook with the host family, hear them tell stories of life.

→These experiences help travelers understand Vietnamese culture deeper - rustic, humble yet tremendously warm.

Vietnamese Cuisine - Unforgettable Flavors

Cuisine is the soul of Vietnamese culture.

Each region has its own distinct identity:

Hanoi pho, bun cha, cha ca La Vong bring refined, delicate flavors.
Mi Quang, cao lau, banh beo, bun bo Hue intense and rustic.
Banh mi, fresh spring rolls, coconut milk tea, egg coffee make international visitors “fall in love.”

→Vietnamese cuisine is not only delicious - but expresses a philosophy: balance, simplicity, naturalness.

Vietnam deserves to be a journey of emotion and experience. From safety, scenery, cuisine to people, Vietnam delivers a complete travel experience - where every day that passes is a memorable memory.

In 2025-2026, let Vietnam be a stop in your world exploration journey - a place not just to go, but to live, to feel, to love.