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A complete guide to having fun in Vietnam in 4 days during the Chinese New Year

Sisters, do you want to go to Vietnam during the Chinese New Year? Let’s take a look at this 4-day travel guide to help you enjoy Vietnam without stepping on any pitfalls! / Vietnam has a long history and picturesque scenery. From the ancient imperial city to the beautiful beaches🏖️, everything exudes unique charm. The local customs and culture are rich and colorful, which makes people forget to leave. It is definitely worth a visit! / 🌟Route suggestion: Selected four-day tour in Vietnam🌟 D1: Colorful Shell Bay Visit the colorful Shell Mound Bay and enjoy the wonders of nature. D2: Halong Bay—Surprise Cave—Paradise Island Cruise around the world-famous Halong Bay, explore the magical Surprise Cave, and board the picturesque Paradise Island. D3: Ba Dinh Square - Hoan Kiem Lake - Thirty-sixth Street - Hanoi Cathedral Feel the history and culture of Vietnam's capital, from Ba Dinh Square to the antique Thirty Six Streets to the solemn Hanoi Cathedral, every step is a scenery. D4: Ha Long - Port - Return At the end of a wonderful trip to Vietnam, we set out from Halong, passed through the port, and headed back home with a lot of memories. / 🧳 Travel preparation: 📞 You need to prepare a phone card. The Internet in Vietnam is convenient, so you can call home to report that you are safe. 🔌 Don’t forget the plug converter. The Vietnamese plug is different from ours, so you need to convert it. 🪪 You must bring all your documents. Passport and visa are indispensable. They are required for entry and exit. 👕 The weather in Vietnam is moderate in January, so just bring some light and breathable clothing. 👟 The shoes should be comfortable because there are many attractions in Vietnam and you have to walk a lot. 🎩 Also prepare a hat and sunglasses, which can protect you from the sun and provide a concave shape, which is practical and good-looking. 🔋 You must bring chargers and mobile power supplies, and charge your cell phone and camera. 💼 The backpack must be chosen well, it must be able to hold everything, and it must be comfortable to carry. 💰 Keep some cash and credit cards ready for emergencies. / ✈️Enjoy Vietnam and travel easily! Remember to like and add it to your favorites to start your adventure in Vietnam~
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