Central and Northern Vietnam

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IN PHOTOS: Marcos joins an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay, North Vietnam, and enjoys a rare sight of clear blue and golden skies.

IN PHOTOS: Marcos Detourist goes off the beaten path, to Ban Gioc Waterfall, one of Southeast Asia’s most majestic waterfall, found on the Northern Vietnam-China border.

IN PHOTOS: Marcos takes a walk around the historic Old Quarter in Hanoi Vietnam and explores its local markets, food, and cultural sights.

IN PHOTOS: Marcos explores the karst landscapes and heritage sites of Ninh Binh, Vietnam, on a bicycle tour around Tam Coc, Hoa Lu Ancient Citadel, and Trang An.

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IN PHOTOS: Marcos sets off to the underworld paradise of Phong Nha, Vietnam and discovers its jaw-dropping caves hidden under karst mountains.

IN PHOTOS: Marcos Detourist explores Hue, Vietnam, on a do-it-yourself (DIY) tour around the Imperial Citadel and Royal Tombs.

IN PHOTOS: Marcos Detourist goes on a bicycle tour around Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Central Vietnam.