Sit down to a steaming bowl of pho on a bustling Hanoi boulevard. Kick back on a languorous boat ride down the Mekong Delta. Swim at a secluded highlands waterfall. Welcome to Vietnam. Endless attractions and adventures await. Make your own connection to this beguiling country with our inspirational, best-selling guide.

CONNECT WITH CULTURE - History and Culture chapters offer in-depth coverage of the country's rich and dynamic heritage

BE INSPIRED - new highlights, itineraries and planning sections help you plot your path

DISCOVER THE FAR-FLUNG with comprehensive coverage of regional Vietnam's mountain villages, unspoiled beaches and remote forests

STAY IN STYLE with recommendations of Vietnam's best accommodation options, from family-run guesthouses to five-star hotels

GET AROUND with detailed and cross-referenced maps, including a full-color country map