Vietnam travel guide for Indians — eVisa info, top destinations (Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh), best time to visit, costs and flights from India.
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Vietnam is one of Southeast Asia's most rewarding destinations — from the limestone karsts of Halong Bay in the north to the rice-paddy mountains of Sapa, the lantern-lit old town of Hoi An, and the buzzing chaos of Ho Chi Minh City in the south. With a straightforward eVisa for Indians and reasonable budgets, a 10–14 day Vietnam trip is a memorable choice.
Vietnam is a long S-shaped country running ~1,650 km from the Chinese border in the north to the Mekong Delta in the south. It packs astonishing variety: limestone-karst seascapes (Halong Bay, Lan Ha Bay), mountainous tribal areas (Sapa, Ha Giang), heritage towns (Hoi An, Hue), beaches (Da Nang, Phu Quoc, Nha Trang), and modern frenetic cities (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh). The food is light, fresh and herb-heavy — pho, banh mi, bun cha, fresh spring rolls and Vietnamese coffee are headline exports.
Vietnam's climate varies dramatically by region:
Hanoi — capital, charm and history. Old Quarter (36 streets), Hoan Kiem Lake, Temple of Literature, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Train Street, Bun Cha (Obama-Bourdain stop).
Halong Bay (and quieter alternative Lan Ha Bay) — UNESCO-listed limestone karst seascape. Overnight cruises are the classic experience.
Sapa — mountain town in the north, terraced rice fields, ethnic-minority villages, trekking. 6 hours from Hanoi by overnight train or 5 hours by bus.
Hoi An — UNESCO-listed riverside heritage town with yellow facades, tailored clothing, lantern festivals on every full moon. Pair with Da Nang beach and Marble Mountains.
Hue — ancient imperial capital with the Citadel and royal tombs.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) — modern energy of the south. War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels day trip, Notre-Dame Cathedral, rooftop bars.
Mekong Delta — rural waterways, floating markets, fruit orchards.
Phu Quoc — beach island in the southwest. Resorts and decent snorkelling.
VietJet operates non-stops from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad to Hanoi (HAN) and Ho Chi Minh (SGN). IndiGo also flies non-stop to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh from Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore. Vietnam Airlines operates Delhi/Mumbai non-stops. Air India launched a Delhi–Hanoi (DEL–HAN) non-stop in May 2026. Flight times are 4–5 hours non-stop, longer one-stop via Bangkok, Singapore or KL.
Indians need a Vietnam eVisa, applied online at the official evisa.gov.vn. Cost is US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry; processing 3 working days; valid up to 90 days. Passport must be valid 6+ months. Apply at least 7 days before travel. See the Visas guide.
Vietnamese Dong (VND) — ₹1 ≈ VND 280. Carry cash for street food, taxis and rural areas; cards work in mid-to-upscale establishments and chains. ATMs are widely available. Vietnamese counterfeit-currency tactics are common (300,000 vs 30,000 dong notes look similar) — handle cash carefully.
Indicative per-person per-day budgets:
Vietnam is long and narrow; most travellers fly between major cities (Hanoi → Da Nang/Hue, Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh) on VietJet, Bamboo Airways or Vietnam Airlines (1–2 hours, very cheap). Overnight trains (Hanoi → Hue → Da Nang or Hanoi → Sapa) are atmospheric and useful. Open-bus tickets are popular for backpackers. Grab is the dominant ride app for cities; taxis with Mai Linh and Vinasun are reliable.
Vietnamese food is light, fresh and herb-heavy. Must-try: pho (beef noodle soup, breakfast staple), banh mi (Vietnamese sandwich), bun cha (Hanoi grilled pork with noodles), fresh spring rolls, bun bo Hue, and Vietnamese egg coffee / coconut coffee. Vegetarian options are widely available; many places explicitly cater to vegans.
Tap water is not safe — drink bottled. Cross streets confidently and slowly; motorbike traffic will flow around you. Tipping is appreciated but not expected. Be cautious of scams — overcharging tourists is common; insist on metered taxis (Vinasun/Mai Linh) or use Grab.
Yes — Indians need a Vietnam eVisa, applied online at the official evisa.gov.vn. Cost is US$25 single-entry / US$50 multiple-entry; processing 3 working days; valid up to 90 days.
October to April is generally best for the north (Hanoi, Halong); February to May for the centre (Hoi An); December to April for the south (Ho Chi Minh). Avoid the central typhoon season (Oct–Dec).
10–14 days for a north-to-south overview covering Hanoi, Halong, Hoi An/Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh. 7 days for just the north or just the south.
Yes — VietJet, IndiGo and Vietnam Airlines operate non-stops from Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Ahmedabad to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh. Air India added a Delhi–Hanoi non-stop in May 2026, so nonstop-to-Hanoi carriers are VietJet, Vietnam Airlines, IndiGo and Air India.
Yes — Vietnam is among Southeast Asia's most affordable destinations. Budget ₹1,800–3,500 per day on street food and local transport, ₹4,500–9,000 mid-range, ₹14,000+ premium.
Vietnamese Dong (VND). Carry some cash for daily expenses; cards work in upscale spots. Watch out for similar-looking notes (300,000 vs 30,000 dong).
Absolutely — it's UNESCO-listed and one of Southeast Asia's iconic seascapes. Lan Ha Bay (next door) is quieter. Choose overnight cruises for the experience.
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eVisa — apply online at evisa.gov.vn (US$25 single / US$50 multiple) Our visa guide walks through the application step-by-step (documents, fees, processing time, online appointment) for every popular destination.
A realistic Hanoi trip cost from India depends on your travel style: backpacker, mid-range or luxury. Use FlightGPT's daily-budget estimates to plan. Add Hanoi flights from India (varies seasonally), visa fees, travel insurance and forex. Most Indian travellers spend INR 60,000-2,00,000 for a week in Hanoi including everything.
Hanoi is best visited October – April (varies by region). Off-season visits are 30-50% cheaper but check weather and operating hours of attractions before you book.
Top experiences in Hanoi — see the city highlights, food tours, day trips and Instagram-famous spots in our complete Hanoi guide above. Most travellers spend 3-5 nights in Hanoi as a standalone trip, or combine it with nearby destinations.
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