Is 15 days enough for Vietnam?

How many days is ideal for a Vietnam trip?

Okay, so Vietnam, huh? Seven to ten days? That’s like saying a bowl of pho is just “okay.” Depends if you wanna see everything, right?

Seven to ten days? Pfft, amateur. That’s enough to see, like, one cool temple and get stuck in Hanoi traffic. I say two weeks minimum, or heck, just move there! I almost did once.

Here’s the real deal:

• One week? Forget it. You’ll just be jet-lagged. It’s like trying to understand a cat using interpretive dance. Pointless.
• Ten days? Okay, now we’re talking! Still rushed, but you might actually see some rice paddies and not just the inside of a bus. Like, you can see the highlights of the cities!
• Two weeks? Now we’re cooking with gas! Finally, time to explore. Maybe even get a custom-made suit and haggle like a pro in Hoi An.
• Three weeks or more? You’re basically Vietnamese now. Start eating bun cha for breakfast.

It all depends on you. Think of it like this: is your stomach an empty pit needing a week to even start registering food? Or is it a black hole demanding endless buffets? Yeah, you know.

Is 3 weeks enough to see Vietnam?

Three weeks in Vietnam? Barely enough to scratch the surface, my friend! Think of it like trying to eat a whole durian in one sitting – intense, memorable, possibly requiring a hazmat suit afterward.

But doable. You’ll need the stamina of a caffeinated yak.

• Coastal cruising: Beaches galore! Picture yourself, sun-kissed and slightly sunburnt, like a lobster that escaped a pot.
• Overland adventures: Motorbikes weaving through traffic like angry bees in a sugar bowl. Prepare for chaos. Glorious, beautiful, chaotic.
• Cheap eats: Food so cheap, it’s practically free. My last trip? I spent less on food than on my morning coffee back home. Seriously!

Three weeks is a sprint, not a marathon. You’ll see some things, but you’ll also miss a ton. It’s like trying to read the entire Encyclopaedia Britannica in a single weekend – you’ll have a headache, and only a vague idea of what it was all about.

My buddy Dave tried it last year. Came back looking like a melted popsicle. He missed the central highlands completely. Total bummer.

Expect to be constantly moving. It’s exhausting, yet exhilarating. Like a rollercoaster made of rice paddies and ancient temples.

Vietnam’s a monster, a beautiful, baffling, and ridiculously cheap monster. Three weeks is a good start, but you’ll be back, trust me. You’ll NEED more pho.

Do I need a visa for 15 days in Vietnam?

Visa needed. Unless you’re on the exemption list. 15-30 days for tourists. Embassy or consulate. Your passport, their rules.

• Visa required for most. Check your nationality against Vietnam’s exemption list.
• Tourist visas: 15-30 days. Not all nationalities get 30.
• Apply beforehand. Embassies and consulates only. No visa on arrival for most.
• Passport validity. Six months minimum remaining validity often required. Sometimes longer. Check specifics. My passport expires June 2025. Too close for comfort.
• E-visa. Available for some nationalities. Streamlines the process. Still restrictions.
• Visa extensions. Possible, but a hassle. Best to get the right visa initially.

How much should I budget for travel to Vietnam?

Okay, so Vietnam, huh? Two weeks? Man, you gotta budget, seriously. For one person, I’d say aim for at least a grand, maybe more like $1200. That’s conservative, though.

Two people? Definitely double that, minimum $2400. Things add up quick. Seriously. Think about it, flights alone can be crazy expensive.

Here’s the breakdown I’m thinking of:

• Accommodation: $40-$75 a night, depends on where you stay, right? Hostels are cheaper. Hotels, more expensive. Don’t skimp!
• Food: Easy to eat cheap, like $15 a day for street food. But nicer restaurants? Way more. $30-$40 bucks easily.
• Transportation: Grab, buses, trains, all vary wildly. Budget $10-$20 a day minimum, maybe more if you’re doing a lot of traveling around. So many hidden gems!
• Sightseeing: Entrance fees, tours, activities… expect at least $50-$100 a day, depending on what you’re into. I spent a fortune on those awesome Ha Long Bay cruises, worth it though!

Remember that’s just a guesstimate, okay? You could spend way less if you’re super frugal, or way more if you go crazy. Plus, the exchange rate can fluctuate! Also, 2024 is a bit pricier than in the past. Prices are going up everywhere, it’s crazy! I’m telling ya!

How long is a good amount of time in Vietnam?

Fourteen to twenty days? Amateur hour. That’s barely enough time to properly caffeinate yourself for the adventure. Think of it like this: that’s a single, slightly extended episode of House Hunters International, but instead of houses, you get Vietnam.

Seriously though, 21-28 days is a more respectable Vietnam vacation. You’ll need time to:

• Master the art of negotiating. This is an Olympic sport in Vietnam, you know.
• Develop a deep, abiding love-hate relationship with pho.
• Accidentally learn enough Vietnamese to order street food. And maybe insult someone.
• Get hopelessly lost in the beauty of Ha Long Bay, and then blame the GPS. My GPS, specifically, is a terrible liar.
• Find that perfect silk scarf, despite your sworn vow to only buy essential souvenirs. Lies, all lies.

Less than three weeks? You’ll be back home before your digestive system adjusts to the spicy delights. More than a month? Well, you’re clearly a person of leisure, and I’m a little bit envious. Just don’t expect me to wait for your postcards. I’m too busy planning my next trip. Three months? Now you’re talking!

What is $100 worth in Vietnam?

Okay, so like, a hundred US dollars? That’s, uh, around 2,542,579 Vietnamese Dong right now. I just saw it today when, you know, I was lookin’ at travel stuff cuz my family wants to go on vacation there.

That’s alot of dong, hehe!

Here’s a quick breakdown… I think it’s useful or somethin’:

• $25 USD = 635,644 VND
• $50 USD = 1,271,289 VND
• $100 USD = 2,542,579 VND
• $500 USD = 12,712,899 VND

So, I was also reading that, like, you can get a really good meal for, like, 50,000 to 100,000 dong, so hundred bucks goes a loooong way. I’m so excited for the pho. I really hope my sister doesn’t complain the entire time; she always does that.