Find the enduring essence of Vietnam on a journey beyond the landmarks and into the lanes and livelihoods of daily life. Morning markets in the alleys of Hanoi come to life as vendors set out their wares and neighbors greet one another as they pick up fresh fruit and bread. The aroma of coffee drifts from cafes in the French colonial streets of Hue. In Hoi An, wander the lantern-lit Old Town after dark. Beyond the cities, the countryside is a lush mosaic of rivers, rice fields and serene villages where life unfolds much as it has for centuries. Limestone mountains, draped in emerald jungle, rise from fertile wetlands. Thousand-year-old temples and tiny shrines anchor community life in ritual and devotion. Through our local relationships, get an intimate view few are privileged to have: Visit private gardens, join hosts for tea in their homes, and learn artisan crafts practiced for centuries. Experience Vietnam in rare and personal settings, immersed in layered history and living culture.