Vietnam is one of the most popular travel destinations in South-East Asia and offers excellent value for money.
The actual costs depend on:
• which hotels you book
• how many places you visit
• whether you’re travelling independently or on a package tour
The following figures give you an a realistic guide to travelling to Vietnam without taking an international flight.
Average cost per person per day
| Category | Durchschnitt |
| Hotel | 30-80€ |
| Food | 10-20€ |
| Transport | 10-25€ |
| Activities | 10-25€ |
Daily average
60 – 130 €
Certain guided activities and tours are more expensive. For example, a guided Steetfood tour of my certified partner XO-Tours. However, many services are included there.
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Sample budget for a 10-day trip to Vietnam
A typical trip to Vietnam combines several regions:
sample route
Example costs pro Person
| Category | price |
| Hotels (9 nights) | 350-700€ |
| Food | 120-180€ |
| Transport | 100-200€ |
| Activities | 80-150€ |
👉 Total budget
650 – 1.200 €
without an international flight.
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Round-trip journeys as a simple alternative
Many travellers opt for a multi-day tour where transport, hotels and activities are already arranged.
One example is a tour of southern Vietnam or the Mekong Delta.
Typical prices:
| Round trip | price |
| Mekong Delta Tour – 3 days | 200-300€ |
| Mekong Delta and Island tour - 4 days | 350-450€ |
| South Vietnam Tour - 6 days | 600-800€ |
Example with a local partner
One option, for example, is a 6-day tour of South Vietnam, which includes:
- hotels
- Transport
- Local guides
- Activities
These tours often start in Ho Chi Minh City and take you through the Mekong Delta.
👉 You can find examples of such tours on my partner site.
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Many travellers then combine such a round trip with a few days off at the beach, for example on Phu Quoc or in Da Nang.
Example: 10-day combination
South Vietnam Tour - 6 days
approx. €700
4-day beach holiday
- Hotel: 200 – 350 €
- Food & Activities: 100- 150€
👉 Total budget
approx. €1,000–1,200
without flights.
How much does a two-week trip to Vietnam cost?
For a two-week stay, the average budget is usually around:
👉 1200 – 1900 €
without an international flight.
Flight costs to Vietnam
Flights from Germany to Vietnam vary greatly depending on the season and departure point. These prices are for a one-way flight only.
Typical prices:
Economy Class
👉 500 – 1000 €
Business Class
👉 1800 – 3500 €
The cheapest flights are usually found 3–6 months before your trip.
I highly recommend a directly flight with Vietnam Airlines from Frankfurt or Munich
Money-saving tips for Vietnam
A few simple tips can significantly reduce your travel budget:
✔ local restaurants rather than tourist restaurants
✔ Night trains instead of domestic flights
✔ Combine package tours with individual days
✔ Book your hotel in advance
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Customise your own Vietnam tour
Every journey is different.
Many of my customers combine:
- guided tours
- individual days
- special places off the beaten track.
If you’d like, I’d be happy to help you plan your personalised trip to Vietnam.
👉 Book an appointment for a free initial consultation.
or
Send me a non-binding enquiry via my form
You can find more information about tailor-made holidays on my pages about North Vietnam Tours, Discover Central Vietnam and South Vietnam Tours.
