Use our Vietnam travel guide and travel tips to help you figure out where to go, what to do and how much it’s going to cost.
How Much Money Do I Need For Vietnam
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How much money should you budget to travel in Vietnam? Here’s what you can expect to pay for accommodation, food, booze and all your other travel essentials
Packing List For Vietnam
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Here’s a comprehensive packing list for Vietnam to help you bring all the essentials and enjoy your Vietnam trip to the max.
Vietnam 1 Week Itinerary
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Bustling cities and incredible natural beauty make Vietnam an incredible country to visit, even if you can only stay for a week. In seven days, you’ll be able to see Vietnam’s highlights, making your way from Ho Chi Minh City in the south to Ha Long Bay in the far north.
Vietnam 2 Week Itinerary
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From the busy streets of Saigon to the beauty of Hoi An and Halong Bay, spending two weeks in Vietnam gives you the chance to see most of the country’s top destinations without having to rush from one location to the next.
Where To Stay In Ho Chi Minh City
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Wondering where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City? Our guide to Saigon’s districts and the best hotels in each area can help you get the most out of your stay
Where To Stay In Hanoi
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Wondering where to stay in Hanoi? Our guide to Hanoi’s districts and the best hotels located in each area can help you get the most out of your stay
2 Weeks In Thailand And Vietnam Itinerary
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Our Two Weeks in Thailand and Vietnam itinerary lets you see the best of two of Southeast Asia’s most dynamic and rewarding destinations, all in just 14 days.
3 Weeks In Thailand, Cambodia And Vietnam
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Our Three Weeks in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam itinerary lets you experience three of Southeast Asia’s most exciting, rewarding and unique countries from multiple perspectives.
Vietnam Map
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Forget the war – Vietnam has one of the youngest and most dynamic populations in Asia, and the country has great beaches, fascinating cities, ancient culture, incredible food. Use Travelhappy’s Vietnam map to plan your trip.
10 Not So Obvious Places To Visit
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Saigon, Nha Trang, Hoi An, Hanoi ? there is a well worn backpacker circuit through Vietnam of its famous cities, but there are also scores of places just off the beaten track that are worth visiting in Vietnam too. Don Morgan gives his top 10 favourite places to visit in Vietnam.
Saigon Quick Guide
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Ho Chi Minh City, widely referred to as Saigon, is Vietnam’s largest and busiest city. Packed with activity and home to a range of interesting sights, Saigon is Vietnam’s commercial centre and an exciting travel destination.
Hanoi Quick Guide
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Founded in 1010, Vietnam’s capital Hanoi has a fascinating history that combines French and Chinese colonisation with Vietnamese culture. Beautiful lakes, interesting historical attractions and excellent food make Hanoi a great destination for anyone visiting Vietnam.
Halong Bay Quick Guide
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One of Vietnam’s most famous tourist attractions, the stunningly beautiful Halong Bay is also a bit of a minefield for finding a straightforward boat trip tour package. Russ Brooks explains how to find the best Halong Bay tour operator so as make sure you get a good value deal on a boat that’s safe
Nha Trang Quick Guide
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Scuba diving and countryside exploring are just some of the delights on offer at Vietnam’s premier seaside town
Sapa Quick Guide
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Sapa is almost 5,000 feet above sea level, making it one of Vietnam’s highest settlements, with spectacular rice terraces and mountain scenery
Hue Quick Guide
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Vietnam’s former imperial capital, Hue has a stunning historical legacy of the tombs left behind by Vietnam’s all-powerful emperors
Hoi An Quick Guide
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Hoi An is a small city in Central Vietnam famous for its beautiful vehicle-free Old Town and excellent beaches. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999, Hoi An is one of the most popular destinations in Vietnam for tourism outside the country’s two major cities.
Da Nang Quick Guide
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Vietnam’s third largest city, Da Nang has a surprising amount to offer. This mid-sized city is one of Vietnam’s fastest growing areas, home to a great variety of hotels and several relaxing beach resorts.
How To Get A Vietnam Visa in Bangkok
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You need a visa to enter Vietnam before you travel to the country. It’s easy to organise a Vietnam visa in Bangkok if you know where to go.
Vietnam On A Motorbike
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Want to really cut loose and see Vietnam? Learning to drive a motorbike and heading out on the open road can make for a memorable trip
Phu Quoc Island
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It won’t be long until the opening of an international airport changes Vietnam’s idyllic Phu Quoc island forever, so go see it now before everyone else gets there
Foodie tour, Saigon
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Get a unique view of night time Saigon from the back of a motorbike with XO Tours’ elegant female guides. Head out on a whistlestop run through six of Ho Chi Minh City’s districts with three spectacular pitstops for Vietnamese food.
Mui Ne Dunes
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Standing atop one of the stunning white-sand dunes near Mui Ne, if you listen closely and you might hear the echoing voice of Peter O’Toole’s T.E. Lawrence
Mui Ne Beaches
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Vietnam may not be the first place that comes to mind for kite surfing, kite boarding and windsurfing, but the small town of Mui Ne has a big adrenaline sports reputation
