Romantic Getaway in Vietnam

After your arrival, your driver greets you at the airport and accompanies you to your hotel in Hanoi's Old Quarter. The journey takes about 30 minutes, and it's already an immersion. Scooters fill the streets, horns rhythmically punctuate the traffic, and narrow houses seem to stack up against each other. At first glance, everything appears chaotic. Then, you understand that this chaos has its own logic, and Hanoi slowly begins to reveal its charm. 🌇 A First Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake For a gentle first discovery, nothing beats a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake. In the late afternoon, the city slows down slightly, and locals come to stroll around the water, couples chat on benches, and cafes start to fill up. Sit on a terrace and order your first cà phê sữa đá, the famous Vietnamese iced coffee with condensed milk. A simple moment, but perfect for starting the journey. 🌿 Ninh Binh, a Nature Parenthesis After a few days in Hanoi, head to Ninh Binh, a region known for its spectacular landscapes. Karst mountains rise amidst rice fields and rivers, creating an almost surreal setting. It's the ideal place to slow down: take a boat ride between cliffs, cycle through the countryside, and dine in an ecolodge nestled in the heart of nature. In the evening, as the light falls on the rice fields, the place becomes particularly magical.

It's impossible to imagine a romantic getaway in Vietnam without visiting Ha Long Bay. This UNESCO-listed landscape is as impressive as you'd imagine. 🛥️ An Intimate Cruise in the Bay To fully experience the bay, we always prefer intimate cruises, far from the large tourist boats. In the evening, the boat glides gently between the rocky islets. The light turns golden, then pink, before disappearing behind the cliffs. A glass of wine on the deck, the silence of the bay, and this suspended moment where everything seems simply perfect. The next morning, the mist still floats over the water. Breakfast is served on the deck before a kayaking excursion to the hidden caves. It's one of the most memorable moments of the journey. 🏔️ Northern Mountains or Relaxation in a Resort After the bay, several options are available. Travelers who love landscapes can continue to the northern mountains, where terraced rice fields create spectacular panoramas. Others prefer a softer parenthesis in an isolated resort with a spa and overflow pool, perfect for a couples' retreat. In both cases, the guiding principle remains the same: slow down.

The last week of the journey often takes place in Hoi An, one of Vietnam's most charming towns. 🏮 Hoi An, the City of Lanterns Hoi An has a unique atmosphere. Lanterns illuminate the alleys in the evening, ancient houses line the river, and the town naturally invites you to take your time. It's a perfect place to wander together: stroll through the alleys, discover small cafes, or simply watch life pass by the water's edge. 🌅 The Last Days of the Journey The last days can unfold in several ways. Some choose a few days of beach relaxation in a quiet resort. Others prefer to extend the experience by exploring Hoi An's surroundings by bike. Then comes the moment of the last dinner, often by the river, in the light of the lanterns. A simple moment, but one that perfectly captures the spirit of the journey.