From island escapes to the non-stop action, southern Vietnam offers both vibrant urban energy and mellow countryside.

In Vietnam's southern highlands the scenery is spectacular and the climate soothing. No wonder the colonial powers sought out Dalat as their summer retreat. Head towards the coast and the beach lover has a number of options: a busy resort in Nha Trang with some fantastic hotels, or the lesser known and quieter resorts of Phan Tiet and Phu Quoc - a tough choice! The tropical south also offers nightlife and an exciting buzz in Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, or for a more relaxing time journey deep into the Mekong Delta and witness a lifestyle and tradition that has changed little over the years. A wonderful part of this versatile country.

The weather patterns for Vietnam are quite unique to each region. In general, the best time to visit Southern Vietnam is from November through until April. It is the time when you'll get the best weather across the southern portion of the country.