Dreaming of an island break to get away from it all? Vietnam has a lot to choose from, many of them in the south or central regions. But don’t forget the north. Apart from the well-known islands and islets of Halong and Lan Ha Bay, there’s another island fewer people know of: Co To. Here, you won’t find throngs of tourists or lots of nightlife. You will find beautiful wide beaches, primeval forests and rustic fishing villages. Perfect for a peaceful, beachy stay.
Co To is actually an archipelago of about 40-50 islands about 80km from the mainland in Quang Ninh Province. Co To island, among the largest of these, is the one most geared for tourists to stay. So people often choose to head here after a Halong Bay trip, as the port to get to the island isn’t that far away from Halong City.
