Before arriving in Vietnam, I didn’t really have a strong concept of how big this country is. But after a few months exploring central and north Vietnam, I have come to realize that there’s so much to see and do in this country that I don’t think we’ll ever manage to do it all!
Visitors to Vietnam typically divide the country into three main sections, North, Central, and South Vietnam, all of which have tons of things to do and see. A coastal railway connects the far corners of the country and is easily the best way to get from north to south or vice-versa, while sleeper buses or VIP vans do a great job connecting locations within the different regions.
We’ve found the website 12Go to be invaluable in booking our transportation tickets around Vietnam, though it is best if you can book at least a week in advance. If you need to travel on shorter notice, I’ve found it best to just head to the train or bus station directly and buy your tickets in person.
