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Vietnam Facts

Population:
80 million plus

Area:
330,000 square kms

Capital City:
Hanoi

People:
54 different ethnic minority groups

Currency:
The Dong

Climate:
Vietnam has three climatic zones – the south, the centre and the north. No matter when you travel to Vietnam you can expect some sunshine, some rain, and during the winter months in the north (January through to March) it can be cold so bring along warm gear if you are travelling at this time.

The Food:
You can look forward to some wonderful food. Expect fresh fruit everyday, wonderful aromas, local dishes like pho, or bun cha & cha ca. Classical Vietnamese dining at The Temple Club in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) or street food at Ngon. If you have a dietary requirement please let us know, we have lots of experience with our guests' special needs so no request is to difficult.

Special Events:
There is always something happening in Vietnam. The National Day (September 2)
Reunification Day (30 April), Tet (Lunar New Year is either January or February), local festivals, full moon days, death anniversaries and you are guaranteed to see a wedding or two at some stage.

Departure Dates:

2008
August 10
September 3, September 30
October 10, October 20
November 12
December 2

2009
January 10, January 29
February 12, February 16, February 25
March 9, March 17