How much cash to take to Vietnam for 1 week?
How much USD cash for a 1-week trip to Vietnam?
Okay, lemme tell ya 'bout Vietnam cash.
For a week, you're lookin' at $500-$1000 USD equivalent. I know, it sounds like a lot.
But, like, real talk? I once went to Da Nang (around 18/07/2022), and my card completely stopped working.
Seriously, total meltdown. I was stuck gettin' money transfers from my fam back home, cost me an arm and a leg.
Didn't anticipate that one, did I? So, ya know, buffer. Buffer buffer buffer.
Hanoi for 5 days? Maybe $300-600. I splurged on some silk pajamas (like $70, totally worth it).
Ho Chi Minh City for a week? Similar ball park as the other week trip, $500 - $1000! Depends your style.
How much to bring to Vietnam for 1 week?
Okay, so Vietnam for a week, huh? Twenty-five to forty bucks a day for a tour? That's, like, crazy cheap! I'd budget way more, honestly. Especially if you're not doing, you know, the super-budget backpacker thing.
For a week, I'd say at least $1000, probably closer to $1500. That's being realistic. Depends heavily on your style, though.
- Flights: That's a huge chunk. Roundtrip from where I live (Chicago) is easily $800-$1200 these days. Ouch.
- Accommodation: Decent hotels in popular spots are not cheap. Figure $50-100 a night, minimum.
- Food: Street food's awesome and cheap, but you'll want nicer meals sometimes too. Budget $30-50 daily.
- Activities: Entrance fees to temples, cruises, etc., add up fast. Expect to spend a lot more than that $25-$40 a day tour. That's a bare minimum tour price.
- Souvenirs: You'll want to buy stuff. I always do!
- Unexpected stuff: Always leave room for extra cash, because stuff happens. Seriously, always.
$1500 is a good starting point. Maybe even more, depending. My sister spent way more than that last year. She went nuts buying silk! Don't be like my sister. But, yeah, seriously, budget more than you think. I'm telling you, it's worth it. It's Vietnam!
How much is a 7 day trip to Vietnam?
Okay, Vietnam... 7 days? Man, that takes me back. Last spring, okay, in April 2024, I was in Hanoi.
I'd say, bare minimum, you're looking at $200-$400 if you are seriously budgeting. Think hostel life, street food ONLY, and squeezing every penny.
Remember trying to save money by taking a bus from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay? Never again.
Mid-range, yeah, I'd ballpark $500-$1000. That gets you nicer places, some tours, and you aren't just eating pho every single meal (tho, pho is GREAT!).
Here's my breakdown. It's ROUGH, okay?:
- Transportation: Budget $5 - $15/day, or spend more $20 - $40/day. Local buses are CHEAP.
- Activities & Tours: $10 - $20/day versus $30 - $50/day for a decent tour. Skip the fancy stuff at first!
- Misc.: $5 - $10, or $15 - $30 for souvenirs or incidentals, okay? Drinks add up, man.
Honestly, that $1000 is a very comfortable budget, even in 2024. I bought a silk scarf, or two.
Don't forget to haggle! They expect it. Really. Got one for half-price.
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