How much does a trip to Vietnam cost?

A tailor-made Vietnam holiday with travoHolidays starts from about US$1,559 per person for 7 nights and US$2,258 per person for 11 nights, based on two people sharing, land only. Add international flights, most meals, tips and insurance, plus a US$25 e-visa if your nationality is not visa-exempt. Fixed sightseeing fees, such as Ha Long Bay and Hue tickets, are modest by comparison.

Below we separate our own package prices from official fees and costs that vary. Package prices are in US dollars; fees paid locally are in Vietnamese dong (VND), the local currency in Vietnam.

Our Vietnam package prices

These are travoHolidays package prices, November 2026: "from" prices per person, two sharing, land only, excluding international flights. The final price depends on your travel dates, hotel choice and cruise cabin, and rises around Tet and the Christmas holidays.

The 7-night trip combines Hanoi, a night among the karsts of Ha Long Bay and the old town of Hoi An. The 11-night journey runs the length of the country, adding Hue and finishing in Ho Chi Minh City with time for the Mekong Delta.

Official visa and entry costs

Whether you pay for a visa depends on your nationality. As of November 2026:

• Visa-free entry for 45 days: citizens of 25 countries, including the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Japan, South Korea, the Netherlands and the Nordic countries, according to Vietnam's national tourism website and the UK government.
• Shorter visa-free stays: citizens of several ASEAN countries have 14 to 30 days, depending on nationality.
• E-visa for all other nationalities: US$25 for a single entry or US$50 for multiple entries, valid for stays of up to 90 days, with processing of 3 to 5 working days, according to Vietnam's national tourism website. Apply only through the government e-visa portal.
• Phu Quoc: visitors flying directly into Phu Quoc International Airport can stay on the island visa-free for up to 30 days, but need a visa to travel on to the mainland.

Sightseeing fees

Ha Long Bay's management board publishes fees per person for each cruise route. Day routes from Tuan Chau marina are VND 200,000 or VND 250,000, and overnight routes are VND 500,000 to VND 550,000 for one night, or VND 650,000 to VND 750,000 for two nights. On cruise holidays this is normally included in the price. In Hue, the official provincial newspaper reported that a combined ticket covering the Imperial Citadel and three royal tombs costs VND 530,000, and an all-site pass VND 600,000, each valid for five days, as of January 2026.

Cost components at a glance

What drives the price of a Vietnam trip

• Trip length and distance: covering north, centre and south needs at least two internal flights.
• Cruise choice: Ha Long Bay and Lan Ha Bay cruises range from simple boats to luxury vessels, and the cabin you choose makes a big difference.
• Hotel category: boutique and luxury hotels in Hanoi, Hoi An and on Phu Quoc are priced well above comfortable mid-range options.
• Timing: Tet, Christmas and New Year are the most expensive and quickest to sell out.
• Private guiding: a private guide and driver throughout costs more than small-group excursions.

How to save on a Vietnam holiday

• Avoid the Tet holiday unless the festival is the point of your trip.
• Focus on one or two regions: a north and central route avoids an extra flight. Our month-by-month Vietnam guide helps you choose the best region for your dates.
• Choose a one-night cruise rather than two if your time is short.
• Use the visa-free allowance if your passport qualifies, and keep within it.
• Eat where locals eat: pho stalls and family-run restaurants offer great value.

Bring some cash in dong for markets and small purchases; cards are accepted in most hotels and larger restaurants. The UK government warns that changing money outside licensed counters is illegal, so use banks, ATMs or official exchange desks. Our first-time visitor's guide to Vietnam has more money tips.

For an exact quote, share your dates and travel style and a specialist will price your Vietnam itinerary, or ask for a fully bespoke trip.

Frequently asked questions

Sources

1. Vietnam National Authority of Tourism — Overview of Vietnam entry requirements
2. GOV.UK — Vietnam travel advice: entry requirements
3. Ha Long Bay Management Board — Entrance fee for visiting Ha Long Bay
4. Hue Ngay Nay — More visitors to benefit from free and discounted access to Hue relics from 2026
5. GOV.UK — Vietnam travel advice: safety and security
6. GOV.UK — Vietnam travel advice: health