Vibe Trip

Vietnam Currency

So Rupee.1 is roughly equivalent to, like, 295 Vietnamese Dong. Which, let's be honest, sounds like a lot. You feel rich, right? Like you could buy a small island! Spoiler alert: you can't.But seriously, Rupee.1 won't get you much. A candy maybe.

What you can get for rs.500?

With that kind of cash, you could easily get five bowls of steaming Pho, the noodle soup that'll warm your soul, or seven crispy Banh Mi sandwiches, perfect for a quick bite on the go.

Need a caffeine kick? You could snag up to nine cups of that legendary Vietnamese coffee – strong enough to wake up a dragon!

And getting around is a breeze – those Grab rides are super affordable, so you can zip around town like a local. Plus, you can grab some cool souvenirs, maybe a conical hat or a silk scarf, and still have enough left over for a few bottles of water to keep you hydrated in that tropical sunshine. Basically, 500 rupees in Vietnam is like a mini-adventure fund waiting to happen!

The total cost of the trip?

It all depends on your travel style. If you're on a tight budget it would be somewhere 50,000(Excluding flights) at least, think of hostels, street food, and lots of walking. If you're feeling fancy it can count to a minimum of 100,000, think of luxury hotels, private tours, and maybe even that personal pho chef, of course there is no limit to the maximum cost.

Vietnam travel visa

The Vietnam travel visa isn’t provided on arrival now so get it ready 15 days prior to your departure, the single-entry visa costs USD 25 (rs.3000). You can get it by applying for an e-visa online, meaning you need to obtain a pre-approved visa letter before arriving at the airport.

Hanoi: A Blend of History & Chaos - The capital city, where history is so thick you can not stop yourself from falling in love in love with it. Explore the Old Quarter, which is basically a real-life game of Frogger, except the frogs are tourists and the obstacles are a million motorbikes.

Hue: The former imperial capital, where emperors used to live it up. Think palaces, tombs, and all sorts of fancy stuff. It's like a Vietnamese version of Downton Abbey, but with more conical hats.

Ha Long Bay: This place is so beautiful it'll make you question your life choices. Thousands of limestone karsts jutting out of the water? It's like Mother Nature was showing off. Take a cruise, go kayaking, or just stare at it in awe. Just try not to fall overboard while you're busy taking selfies.

Sapa: Mountain town with rice terraces so stunning they'll make you want to write poetry. Or maybe just take a lot of pictures for Instagram. Go trekking, visit local villages, and try to avoid getting lost in the rice paddies.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park: Caves! Big caves! Caves so big you could probably fit a family of elephants in them. (Don't try that, though.) Take a boat tour, go hiking, and pretend you're Indiana Jones.

Nha Trang: This beach town is like the Miami of Vietnam, but with better food. Beautiful beaches, clear water, and nightlife that'll make you want to dance until dawn. Just don't forget your sunscreen, unless you want to look like a boiled lobster.

Ho Chi Minh City: This city is a melting pot of flavors. Street food, fancy restaurants, you name it, they've got it. Come hungry and be prepared to try everything. Even the weird stuff. (Just kidding… mostly.)Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where Uncle Ho is chilling (literally).

These were the Must-visit places in Vietnam. Well these might seem like very little but there is a lot to explore in each one of them. Good luck to you for not getting tired!

Must-try Vegetarian Dishes

1. Banh Mi Chay: The classic Vietnamese sandwich, but with vegetarian fillings like tofu, mushrooms, or even just a flavorful veggie salad.
2. Pho Chay: The iconic noodle soup, with a flavorful vegetarian broth and tofu instead of meat.
3. Goi Cuon Chay (Fresh Spring Rolls): These are naturally vegetarian! Rice paper rolls filled with fresh herbs, veggies, and sometimes tofu.
4. Bun Chay: A vermicelli noodle salad with fresh herbs, veggies, and a flavorful dressing.
5. Dau Sot Ca Chua: Tofu in tomato sauce, a simple and tasty dish often served with rice.
6. Rau Muong Xao Toi: Stir-fried water spinach with garlic, a healthy and delicious side dish.
7. Cai Xao Nam: Stir-fried bok choy with mushrooms, another great veggie option.
8. Che: Vietnamese sweet soups or puddings, many of which are vegetarian (like Che Chuoi - banana pudding).

1. Look for "Chay" signs: "Chay" means vegetarian in Vietnamese. Many restaurants will have this on their signage or menu.
2. Visit Buddhist temples: Restaurants near temples often serve vegetarian food, as it's common for Buddhists to eat vegetarian on certain days.
3. Use helpful phrases: "Tôi ăn chay" means "I am vegetarian." "Không thịt" means "no meat." "Không nước mắm" means "no fish sauce" (fish sauce is a common ingredient in Vietnamese cuisine).

The cost of most of these meals is below 1 dollar.

The real beauty of Vietnam lies in its vibrant energy, its infectious enthusiasm, and its sheer refusal to take itself too seriously. It's a place where you can explore ancient temples in the morning, learn to make spring rolls in the afternoon, and then enjoy a refreshing Bia Hoi (local beer) while watching the sunset over the South China Sea. Just remember to watch out for those motorbikes. Seriously, they're everywhere. While on the flight you’ll also see a boy with the ‘wowwwwww’ expression every time, on your flight to Vietnam. Okay, It is not visible but let’s be honest there were always those kids everywhere and we all can imagine it, we were one of those too.

So if you are planning a trip to Vietnam? Discover the best destinations, budget tips, and food recommendations in this complete travel guide.

Book now—because your couch or your office chair isn’t going to give you stories that you miss for life!