21 days gives you a good amount of time to explore the highlights of Vietnam but be warned: this itinerary will be jam-packed. It has a bit of everything, from Halong Bay to ricefields to big cities to museums to the Ha Giang Loop. This 21-day Vietnam itinerary begins in Ho Chi Minh City in …
This 1 month Vietnam itinerary will cover absolutely everything you need to do In Vietnam! From the Ha Giang Loop to the Cu Chi Tunnels and everything in between. Be warned, this is a jam-packed itinerary with the purpose of seeing the maximum amount of places in Vietnam within a 1 month period. This 1 …
Two weeks is a great amount of time to experience some of the best Vietnam has to offer. You won’t be able to see everything in Vietnam, nor would you want to in that time frame, as you would burn yourself out. However, in fourteen days, you can easily tick off some bucket list experiences …
This 45-day Vietnam itinerary will cover absolutely everything you need to do In Vietnam! From the Mekong Delta in the south to Lantern cities in the centre and Ha Giang Loop in the North. This 45-day Vietnam itinerary begins in Ho Chi Minh City in the south and finishes in Hanoi in the north, but …
Vietnam is a fairly easy country to navigate and get around while backpacking! They have sleeper trains, sleeper buses, small van transfers, scooter rentals, taxis, Grabcars and Grab Scooters in Vietnam. There are also established backpacking routes in Vietnam, with plenty of transport options running along these routes. Transport in Vietnam is generally pretty easy …
Are you planning on travelling to Vietnam and confused about whether you need a visa and how to get it? This guide will cover everything you need to know about the different types of visas, how to apply, the documents you need and whether you can extend these visas. As someone who has travelled to …
From the bustling streets of Hanoi to the vibrant markets of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam is a foodie’s wet dream with so many great dishes to eat. In this blog post, I’ll take you through my favourite foods and beverages and tell you exactly where are the best restaurants, cafes, food stalls and night …
Vietnam is a very tourist-friendly country to travel to, and you can expect a basic level of English to be spoken in popular tourist areas. This includes staff at accommodation, waitstaff in popular restaurants and those working at tourist sites and attractions. Generally, younger people also speak a lot more English than older people, as …
The Ha Giang Loop is a fairly well-known experience in Vietnam and one that is on many travellers’ bucket lists. In 2023, I worked in Hanoi selling the Ha Giang Loop Tour every day and got to experience the 4-day tour with Jasmine Tours myself, which was a magical experience! This guide will cover everything …
Known as the “Halong Bay on Land”, Ninh Binh is a must-visit destination in Vietnam. From stunning limestone cliffs to quaint rice paddies and boat tours, Ninh Binh has much to offer as a travel destination. In this guide, I’ll cover everything you need to know before you go, including how to get to Ninh …
