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Budget Calculator: Travel Cost in Viet NamViet Nam

Average Daily Travel Cost, Per Person
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Viet Nam Average Daily Travel Cost: 581,169.35
Accommodation1 237,187.30
Food2 136,758.55
Water2 58,758.03
Local Transportation1 109,232.38
Entertainment1 150,726.76
Communication2 2,782.43
Tips and Handouts1 81,876.90
Intercity Transportation1 176,068.25
Souvenirs1 379,700.63
Scams, Robberies, and Mishaps1 -
Alcohol2 56,754.70
Viet Nam Tourist Information
Vietnam is a country rich in culture and history. While for American's Vietnam often conjures up memories of a long ago war, today the country is high on many people's travel wish list. The country is eagerly welcoming tourists and the mighty tourist dollar, and Vietnam is now a major stop on most backpackers Southeast Asia adventure.

Vietnam's long narrow geography makes it somewhat difficult to navigate, but also gives it a wonderful diversity. In the north you can experience rural life in the Hmong communities around Sapa. As you head to the far south you can have the incredible experience of riding a boat through the floating markets on the Mekong Delta. Vietnam has embraced the tourism industry, and you can feel this in almost every corner. In markets you must negotiate hard with shopkeepers eagerly hoping to sell you a souvenir. Keep the bartering light, and negotiate with a smile and the experience will be far more fun for both sides.
Viet Nam's Top Tourist Attractions
Halong Bay: A beautiful bay where islands jut out dramatically from the water and a popular area for tourists to take a boat tour.
Mekong Delta: A beautiful area in southern Vietnam where you can visit floating markets and see rural Vietnamese life.
Sapa: Hike through some Hmong villages and see the beautiful rice terraced mountains.
Popular Food in Viet Nam
Pho: A traditional broth based Vietnamese soup made from noodles, meat, basil, and vegetables and spices.
Com tam: Grilled pork served with rice and a sweet and sour sauce.
Banh xeo: A rice flour crepe made with turmeric and served with shrimp and vegetables.
Cities in Viet Nam
Hanoi is the capital city of Viet Nam.
Can Tho is the capital city of Tinh Can Tho.
Da Lat is the capital city of Tinh Lam Dong.
Haiphong is the capital city of Thanh Pho Hai Phong.
Halong is the capital city of Tinh Quang Ninh.
Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) is the capital city of Thanh pho Ho Chi Minh.
Hue is the capital city of Tinh Thua Thien-Hue.
Rach Gia is the capital city of Tinh Kien Giang.
Vinh Long is the capital city of Tinh Vinh Long.
Chau Doc, Duong Dong, Hoi An, Sapa, Halong Bay
Hotels and Hostels in Viet Nam
Splendid Star 2 Hotel
Splendid Star 2 Hotel
No 14 Tho Xuong Hoan Kiem , Hanoi, Vietnam, -
Rating 98.1%
Private $7
Our facility, established to meet your needs, is a new extension of the traditional family-owned Splendid Star group. It is positioned within a short distance of the middle of the Old Quarter, with just a five minute stroll to Hoan Kiem Lake.

Indochina Gold Hotel
Indochina Gold Hotel
15A Au Trieu , Hanoi, Vietnam, 84-4
Rating 95.2%
Private $12
This striking and strategically positioned facility, which includes 30 new-brand rooms with state of the art and absolutely relaxing and pleasant facilities in the peaceful environment, is positioned in Old Quarter- the heart of Hanoi, the second warmly home for everyone to sleep. Coming to our facility, visitors can relax and also appreciate a little promenade to St. Joseph Cathedral and reach the Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake), going shopping areas, restaurants and pubs within by foot the quick distance.

Kangaroo Hostel
Kangaroo Hostel
71 Hang Luoc , Hanoi, Vietnam, 0084
Rating 95.2%
Dorm $9
Private $6
BIG PROMOTION Free cab pick up service Free 1Drink per day(beer,soft drink,..) -->for all bookings at least 2nights staying with us(not for dorm) Warmly welcome to Hanoi Kangaroo Hotel! The Hanoi Kangaroo Hotel is positioned in the old quarter of Hanoi and is positioned within a quick distance of all of the well liked things to see like:Hoan Kiem Lake,the Daily market( Dong Xuan market) and night market. With all welcoming and enthusiam,Our facilities hope you have the most sweet memories and unforgettable trip in Vietnam!

Travel Tips for Viet Nam

Bus Tickets

By Bryan on Oct 31, 2011 in Intercity Transportation
Several different bus companies offer bus tickets that can take you up or down the entire length of the country. You can buy one ticket and travel the whole length of the country stopping off where ever you like. All you need to do then is reserve your seat for the next leg of the journey. Many of these legs, however, are overnight buses, so don't expect to get much sleep, or a comfortable sleep. The routes go from Hanoi, through Ninh Binh, Datong, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Dalat, and then to Saigon. If you're going to Sapa in the north, take the train, it's very comfortable. If you're headed to Can Tho, the Mekong delta, or the Cambodian border in the south, you can catch frequent local buses from Saigon (or take one of the many multi-day tours through the region).
Quick Facts
  • 5% - 15%
  • Yes
US Embassy Information
Hanoi, Viet Nam
1st Floor, Rose Garden Tower
170 Ngoc Khanh Street, Hanoi, Vietnam
844-3850-5000
acshanoi@state.gov
http://vietnam.usembassy.gov/

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