Ha Long Bay
Two Thousand Islands in the Mist
Vietnam's limestone bay scatters near 2,000 forested islands across emerald water — caves, floating villages and junk-boat decks at sunrise. UNESCO lists the whole seascape.
Don't miss
- Overnight junk-boat cruise
- Sung Sot cave
- Ti Top island viewpoint
Best time to visit: October–December and March–May
Visas: Australian passport holders currently enter China visa-free for up to 30 days — an arrangement scheduled to end on 31 December 2026, so confirm the rules for your travel dates.