Previously, Viet Hai Village was almost separate from the outside world. Nowadays, Viet Hai villagers has still well-preserved their “primitive life”. The villagers here are so honest and warm-hearted that they never have to lock their door when going out. In addition, the people here often leave their motorbikes in any corners of the village and never take out the keys. Other people can optionally use these motorbikes without asking its owners provided that they will return it to its original location. It will not be exaggerated to say that Viet Hai Village is almost clean with all kinds of social evils. It was the kindness, sincerity, and hospitability that attracted an increasing number of travelers visiting the village each year.

Viet Hai is one of very few villages in Vietnam still preserving its ancient beauty of traditional villages in the North Delta. The village has more than 70 old houses lying dormant under luxuriant orchards. The old houses were made from simple materials such as bamboo, mud, and straw. Not far from Cat Ba Town, however, Viet Hai Village has the quiet and peaceful ambience, which is totally contrast to the world of colored lights and boisterous atmosphere in Cat Ba Town. Located in the deep valley on an outback, the village is an ideal destination for those who love eco-tourism. Once visiting Viet Hai, travelers will never forget about a poor village having deeply humane and special cultural characteristics.