Go beyond the usual itinerary through extended, customized trips that take you from one unique destination to another. From the old quarter of Hanoi to the breathtaking mountains surrounding Sapa, Lao Cai or to Halong Bay – the world heritage site, ESSENCE seeks ways to make Vietnam’s most beautiful destinations accessible, through exceptional, individually curated expeditions and adventures.
If you visit Vietnam, there is a good chance your trip will revolve around the capital city of Hanoi. Combining French cultural influences with Vietnamese cuisine and heritage, Hanoi is a melting pot full of incredible attractions. The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Ho Chi Minh Museum are big landmarks you won’t want to miss, but Hanoi also offers local flavor courtesy of stunning temples, puppet theaters and countless outdoor markets. To truly experience the best of northern Vietnam, head outside of the city with one or more of these wonderful day trip from Hanoi: Hoa Lu, Bat Trang, Perfume Pagoda, Tam Coc
Vietnamese Street Food is one of dishes you have to eat when you go to Vietnam. A trip to this country is not complete ....
Hanoi: With its tree-lined boulevards and lakes, its blend of French, Chinese and Vietnamese architecture, Hano....
Hoa Lu: the remains are the temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, the two heroes who lived in 10th century and ch....
HOA LU: the remains are the temples dedicated to King Dinh and King Le, the two heroes who lived in 10th century and ch....
Chua Huong (Perfume pagoda) is located in Huong son (Perfume mountain) 70 km southwest of Hanoi. Chua Huong is not one ....
Mai Chau is located in Hoa Binh province, approximately 135km (about 83 miles) from Hanoi and 60km (37 miles) from Hoa ....
Tay Phuong pagoda was built in the 8th century and has been restored several times since. In 1632, the pagoda was rebui....
Just 15km to the west of Ha Noi is a place renowned over centuries for its silk-making and silk products - Van Phuc vil....
A journey to Duong Lam village is a trip to trace back the origin of Vietnam's culture and Vietnam's traditions....