Xin Chao from Vietnam!
The final months of 2025 are here, and the year has flown!
Despite the pace, we haven’t slowed our innovation. This month, we are excited to introduce new experiences by bringing a cultural…Huế Perfume River Evening Cruise and Undiscovered Nam Định, Karsts of Ninh Bình, & Halong Bay itinerary.
In destination news, the Yên Tử Complex was recently inscribed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, celebrating the birthplace of Trúc Lâm Zen Buddhism.
Vietnam also secured an impressive 13 distinctions in the inaugural MICHELIN Key Hotels selection, confirming its status as a top luxury destination. Recognized hotels include the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, The Capella and Six Senses Ninh Vân Bay.
Enjoy reading and reach out as always, for any questions.
Key Takeaways:
- Products: Huế Perfume River Evening Cruise and the spectacular Undiscovered Nam Định, Karsts of Ninh Bình, & Halong Bay itinerary.
- Destination News: Destination highlights confirm Vietnam’s luxury status with 13 MICHELIN Key Hotel distinctions (including the Sofitel Metropole and Six Senses Ninh Vân Bay) and the recent UNESCO inscription of the Yên Tử Complex.
Product updates
Hue Perfume River Evening Cruise: Culture, Cuisine
& Music
Evening Tour
- Cruise along Perfume River, passing scenic views and riverside landmarks.
- Enjoy a fusion dinner on board, featuring local ingredients and regional flavours.
- Listen to live traditional music, with stories shared about Hue’s history and village life.
Undiscovered Nam Dinh, Karsts of Ninh Binh
& Halong Bay
4D/3N
- Explore Nam Dinh’s authentic scenery and renowned local food scene.
- Enjoy a scenic boat trip through Tam Coc ‘three caves’.
- Take an overnight cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage islands of Halong Bay.
Destination News
Flooding in Central Vietnam (Hue & Hoi An)
The river level in Hoi An is rising, causing flooding on several main streets within the Old Town and on access roads to some riverside hotels. We are in contact with our guests to update them on the current situation and provide alternatives. In cases where bookings are affected, our travel consultants will be in touch.
The Yen Tu – Vinh Nghiem – Con Son, Kiep Bac Complex of Monuments and Landscapes was inscribed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage sites recently. Spanning mountains, plains and river valleys, the complex includes 12 sites with temples, pagodas, shrines and archaeological remains linked to Dai Viet history and culture. It is the birthplace of Truc Lam Zen Buddhism, founded in the 13th century under the Tran dynasty, which deeply influenced Vietnamese spiritual life. Yen Tu is the most visited by international visitors in these areas, at the Legacy Yen Thu MGallery.
The debut of the MICHELIN Key Hotels selection recently unveiled its first-ever global hotel ranking, which is considered the hotel equivalent of the MICHELIN Star for gastronomy. Vietnam made an impressive entry, with 13 hotels and resorts receiving the coveted distinctions of one, two or three Keys. More here: Properties featured are Azerai Ke Ga Bay, Legacy Mekong, Six Senses Con Dao , Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, Park Hyatt Saigon Six Senses Ninh Van Bay, Regent Phu Quoc, Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery
Sustainable gifts from EXO Vietnam for children in typhoon flood-affected mountain areas.
In the first week of October, TAGOM organized a Mid-Autumn Festival for the children of Lũng Cà School in Thái Nguyên province, who have been severely impacted by the floods caused by Typhoons BUALOI and MATMO. In addition to recycled material, lanterns and gifts from TAGOM, EXO Vietnam donated 160 refillable bottles to inspire the younger generation to reduce, reuse and recycle single-use plastics while raising awareness about protecting our environment from climate change.
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