Limestone karsts, jungle and caves in central Vietnam. Start with the Son River boat route into Phong Nha Cave, with practical details on time, tickets and access.
A landmark walkway seemingly held by giant stone hands, inside the ticketed Sun World Ba Na Hills complex. Plan for the cable car, current fares and the free Da Nang shuttle.
A green peninsula beside Da Nang, with coastal views and a hilltop pagoda at Bai But. See the 67-metre Quan The Am statue and plan a respectful, safe visit.
One UNESCO World Heritage property of bays, limestone islands and forested Cat Ba. Choose a Ha Long cruise, Lan Ha trip or a route connecting the two bays.
Photograph the golden mangroves, local life and travel experiences of Rú Chá. Open to Vietnamese citizens and foreign visitors or residents in Vietnam; entries close 31 October.
Archival records, interactive digital discovery and hands-on heritage activities bring the Nguyễn dynasty’s Nine Urns to life at Tàng Thơ Pavilion through 30 December.
From 30 October to 8 November, Gia Lai will host a major Central Highlands cultural festival with around 45 gong ensembles, Jrai ceremonies, a local food market, a street festival and the main show at Đại Đoàn Kết Square.
A nine-day international festival in Vietnam's leading tea region, with tea ceremonies, food, concerts, fairs, plantation visits and a tea-master competition.
A 60-minute live performance combining traditional music, dance and contemporary stagecraft to tell stories from three Central Vietnamese heritage regions.
