Overview
Vietnam holidays are made up of kaleidoscopic images: neon-hued cities, lush paddy fields, vast stretches of undisturbed white-sand beaches and dramatic seascapes. Located in the South China Sea, Vietnam stretches almost 2400km from the Mekong Delta to the highlands bordering China, and covers a wide range of climates, countryside and ethnic groups. Its history is punctuated by the Vietnam War, Ho Chi Minh and the French occupation.
Vietnam tours are as diverse and exciting as the country itself. Whether you’d prefer to cycle long, winding roads through tea plantations that drape themselves over mountainsides; paddle through the still waters of Halong Bay; explore the tree-lined boulevards of the capital Hanoi, ducking and diving into back streets, trying some of the world-famous street food along the way; or immerse yourself in the frenetic pace of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), Vietnam trips have an impossible energy.
Country
VietnamLanguages spoken
Vietnamese (official)Currency used
Vietnamese Dong (VND)Area (km2)
331,210 km2Visa
- It is recommended that you apply for your visa at your nearest Vietnam embassy or consulate. It can take up to three weeks to process and usually costs between US $60 and US $100 for a single-entry 30-day stay. Keep in mind that prices and processing times can vary. Please check with your embassy or consulate for more information about application requirements.
- An eVisa is available for some nationalities, including passport holders from France, Ireland, Italy, Germany, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States of America. This is a single-entry visa, valid for stays of up to 30 days. Visit https://evisa.xuatnhapcanh.gov.vn for more information on how to obtain an eVisa.
- The government of Vietnam has authorised some businesses and travel agencies to arrange pre-approval for ‘visa on arrival’ at the airport in Vietnam. Please note there have been reports that some websites offering this service are scams. In order to avoid such scams, it’s a good idea to obtain your visa directly from an embassy or consulate prior to your arrival.
