Vietnam's plan to bar gas-guzzling motorbikes from central Hanoi may clear the air of the smog-smothered capital, but riders fear paying a high toll for the capital's green transition.But with the high costs,

Unforgettable 10-day adventure across Vietnam as we explore the country's most iconic and culturally rich destinations. From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the breathtaking waters of Ha Long Bay, every stop on this journey offers a unique glimpse into Vietnam’s charm,

Vietnam will ban fossil-fuel motorcycles in the heart of Hanoi starting July 2026, aiming to cut air pollution and move toward cleaner transport.

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A tourist boat ferrying families around Vietnam’s wolf famed Ha Long Bay capsized in a storm on Saturday afternoon, leaving at least 34 people dead, according to state media reports, as rescuers scrambled to locate the missing.

By dawn, the city isn’t roaring, it’s a furious, unholy symphony. Motorbikes swarm like agitated hornets, a metallic tide. Street vendors, ancient and unhurried, squat on sidewalks, their ladles dancing through breakfast bowls with the effortless grace of women who have done this a thousand years.

F rom the jaw-dropping beauty of Ha Long Bay and the serenity of the Mekong Delta to the bustling street food stalls of Hanoi and lantern-lit streets of Hoi An, Great Rail Journeys’ escorted tours are the ultimate way to uncover the diverse delights of Vietnam in comfort and style.