Bill Bailey’s Vietnam

Aired 2025-11-10

Landing at Hoi An, Bill Bailey finds himself in a basket-shaped boat facing the seas of change that have shaped the country since the end of the Vietnam War. He finds a new friend in Chef Duc, an asylum seeker during the war.

Aired 2025-11-17

In Ho Chi Minh City, the most populous hub in Vietnam, Bill Bailey finds himself caught between wartime tunnels, endless traffic, and the genres of metal and folk.

Aired 2025-11-24

After leaving the bustle of the city behind, Bill Bailey seeks solace in the beauty of mountainous Da Lat.

Aired 2025-12-01

Bill Bailey heads to Hanoi, to uncover the country's complex relationship with life, death, and war. On the shores of the Red Delta, Bill discovers a culture defined by spirituality, femininity and a unique method of honouring those who have passed.

Aired 2025-12-08

In stunning Sa Pa, Bill Bailey uncovers longstanding cultural traditions, alongside the healing properties of a bath.

Aired 2025-12-15

Bill Bailey digs deeper to uncover the importance of ancient stories in Vietnamese culture. Setting sail on a traditional junk boat, he weaves through the breathtakingly beautiful limestone karsts and mythical waters of Ha Long Bay.