Bill Bailey’s Vietnam

Episode 01

Hoi An

Nov 10, 2025 · 46 min

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.

Episode 02

Ho Chi Minh City

Nov 17, 2025 · 45 min

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.

Episode 03

Da Lat

Nov 24, 2025 · 46 min

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

Episode 04

Hanoi

Dec 1, 2025 · 47 min

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.

Episode 05

SA Pa

Dec 8, 2025 · 45 min

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

Episode 06

Ha Long Bay

Dec 15, 2025 · 45 min

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.