It’s New Year 2025, and as if you don’t already have enough on your travel bucket list, we’re going to convince you why you should add one more destination to that ever-growing bucket list: Vietnam. Whether you’re a first-time traveler or a seasoned vacationer, Delhi-based content creator Aanchal (Instagram admin Aanchal Around The World) is here to show you why you should travel to Vietnam soon—she recently shared a post about as a budget travel to Vietnam. Read also | The first time traveler to Vietnam? 5 things you should do here
“I still can’t believe I managed to do an international trip on just a budget ₹30,000 for a WHOLE week excluding flights, but they are also very affordable,” she captioned the travel video.
Traveling on a budget doesn’t always mean giving up comfort or delicious food. Aanchal has tried to show that with strategic planning and patience, you can plan an unforgettable vacation that meets your needs without straining your finances. From visiting some of the most beautiful travel destinations in the Southeast Asian country and wandering the lantern-lined streets to delicious traditional Vietnamese food, there is so much to do. Read on to find out what she’s been up to in Vietnam.
Accommodation
“I’ve stayed in a mix of cute hostels and boutique hotels that were such good value that I never felt like I had to compromise on style or comfort. Here are places I’ve stayed and highly recommend: The Meander in Ho Chi Minh City, The Ivy Hotel in Hoi An and Sofiana My Khe in Danang,” she said.
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Anchal also said, “The most beautiful, trendy and aesthetic restaurants in Vietnam are SO CHEAP! For example, there was only a large portion of avocado toast with eggs and fresh coconut ₹480 at Nourish Eatery in Hoi An. And if you choose local food, it’s even cheaper.”
The journey
“It’s very convenient and affordable to get a taxi from Grab. For example, my taxi from the airport to my hostel in Ho Chi Minh was only ₹300 and to reach most of the tourist spots in the city I only spent approx ₹100 each time,” added Aanchal.
Its the perfect itinerary for your trip to Vietnam
⦿ Day 1: Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and visit Nguyen Hue Street and cafes.
⦿ Day 2: Today in Ho Chi Minh City, visit Saigon Central Post Office, Tan Dinh Pink Church and Book Street.
⦿ Day 3: Take a flight to Da Nang and then a taxi to Hoi An. Explore the ancient city, shop for custom clothing at one of the many tailor shops, try coconut coffee at Moments Hoi An, and take a lantern boat ride at sunset.
⦿ Day 4: Take a taxi back to Da Nang and stay at My Khe beach area. Da Nang’s only tourist attractions are Lady Buddha and Dragon Bridge, but you can also take a day trip to Ba Na Hills. There are also great restaurants like Maia, I Vegan and Roots that you should check out.
⦿ Day 5: Fly to Hanoi and visit Train Street.
⦿ Day 6: From Hanoi, take a bus to Sapa and explore the Feline Village, ride the Fansipan Cable Car and enjoy nature.
⦿ Day 7: Cruise to Halong Bay (I didn’t) or back to Hanoi to return home.
