Northern Vietnam
The Essentials
As an approximate guideline, the cost of a 2-week trip to Vietnam would be around 1450$ per person when traveling as a pair (excluding airfare). For a 3 or 4-week journey, please budget between 1900$ and 2500$ per person. If you're in a larger group (4 or 6 people), the trip will be more cost-effective. The price always varies depending on the duration and time of your stay, as well as your preferences (activities, services). Please leave us a quote request, and our travel advisor will provide you with more detailed information and a quote.
Customized travel is a service where your journey is designed according to your preferences for dates, duration of stay, services, and budget. A local advisor assists you in preparing for the trip and supports you on-site, handling transportation, visits, accommodation, and more. This ensures you benefit from an organized trip tailored to your desires and constraints down to the smallest details.
Vietnam experiences a diverse climate from north to south, owing to its varied topography and the country's considerable length (2000 km from north to south). When one region is humid, cold, or rainy, the other can be pleasantly sunny in contrast. Based on our experience, the optimal time to visit Vietnam is from October to April.
Within this timeframe, the best months are October to November and March to May. During these periods, the weather remains pleasant, and, additionally, they are the least rainy months of the year in Vietnam. While July and August can be a bit hot (30-35 degrees Celsius), Halong Bay typically enjoys sunny weather. You'll also have the opportunity to witness the region adorned with endless terraced green or yellow rice fields.
Regarding the southern region, despite it being the rainy season, precipitation usually lasts for only an hour or two each day, with the rest of the day being sunny. If you already have a specific timeframe in mind for your trip (winter, summer, etc.), please inform us, and we can provide guidance on the most favorable months.
It is entirely possible to add an extension to Cambodia or Laos to this trip, given the proximity of these two countries to Vietnam. From the North, you can travel to Laos by land or air. From the South, you can navigate up the Mekong River by boat to reach Cambodia. However, it will be necessary to extend the duration of the trip by at least an additional 3 to 5 days. Please contact us for more information.
15 days is the ideal duration to explore Vietnam's must-visit sites without rushing. Such a timeframe will allow you to appreciate some of the country's most beautiful and iconic landscapes, including those of Halong Bay, Tam Coc, the stunning mountains and terraced rice fields inhabited by various ethnic minorities, as well as the lush Mekong Delta.
If you are from the UK, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Poland, the Czech Republic, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, or Belarus, you do not need a visa for Vietnam for stays up to 45 days. Switzerland, Poland, and the Czech Republic have a special exemption from March 1 to December 31, 2025, for organized tours.
Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the United States are NOT visa-exempt and must obtain a visa before arrival. You have three options:
For the smoothest process, we highly recommend the E-Visa. Ensure your passport is valid for at least 6 months and have proof of onward travel. Contact us for visa assistance.
You will be traveling with Vietnam Airlines or Bamboo Airways, the two best airlines in the country. We do not offer low-cost airlines to ensure a smooth experience on-site.
Regarding baggage, you will have 7 to 12 kilograms of carry-on luggage and 20 to 23 kilograms of checked baggage, depending on the chosen airline. Each extra kilogram will cost you from 3 to 5 USD, payable directly during your check-in.
We provide well-maintained, comfortable private cars with air conditioning for your trip. They are often equipped with a cooler, allowing you to have cold water bottles. The number of seats will depend on the number of participants. Here are our criteria:
| Number of travelers | 2-3 | 4-8 | 9-15 | 16-20 |
| Car size | Private 7-seater car | 16-seater minibus | 24-seater bus | 35 or 45-seater bus |
Our drivers are professional, cautious, and friendly. If you wish, they are ready to make stops along the way so you can better admire a beautiful landscape, take photos, or simply relax.
Yes, you will have no trouble finding a restaurant. Our selected hotels are well-located, and you will have a wide range of choices for restaurants or local eateries. Your local guide will, of course, be available to recommend good places if needed. Please plan for around 7-10 dollars per person for a hearty meal.
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