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Vietnam
فيتنام · Asia
A long and diverse country with ancient towns, stunning bays, vibrant street food culture, and rice terraces that take your breath away.
👥 Visitor Impressions — People & Safety
Vietnamese people are industrious, resilient, and warm. They take great pride in their country and are welcoming to tourists. Bargaining is expected in markets. Scooter traffic in cities is an experience in itself.
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Weather & Prices by MonthTap any month for detailsJanuary
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17°/25°
North excellent — South hot
Moderate
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February
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18°/26°
Best overall month
High
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March
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20°/29°
Excellent — slightly warming
High
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April
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22°/32°
Hot — South only
Moderate
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May
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24°/34°
Hot and humid
Moderate
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June
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24°/33°
Rainy season — central wet
Budget
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July
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24°/32°
Rainy — avoid central
Budget
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August
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24°/32°
Peak rainy season
Budget
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September
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22°/30°
Rains easing
Moderate
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October
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20°/28°
Season returning
Moderate
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November
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18°/27°
Excellent — dry season
High
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December
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17°/25°
Peak dry season begins
High
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Budget
Moderate
High
Very Expensive
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Entry & Visa Requirements (Saudi Passport)Visa Type
Electronic Visa (eVisa)
Duration
90 days
Cost
$25
Processing Time
3 working days
📋 Requirements:
✓ Valid passport 6 months✓ Online eVisa application✓ Photo upload✓ Payment card
🔗 Useful links:
⚠️ Apply online before travel. Simple process — approval usually within 3 business days.
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Cost of a One-Week Trip (Per Person)🎒
Budget
$130 — $215
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$15
TypeHostel or guesthouse on the backpacker trail
Food/day~$6
TypePho, banh mi and street food — world-class food for almost nothing
Transport/day~$4
💡 A bowl of pho from a street vendor costs under 1 SAR — and it's extraordinary
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Mid-Range
$385 — $605
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$50
TypeBoutique hotel in Hoi An old town or Hanoi
Food/day~$18
TypeMid-range Vietnamese restaurants and cooking classes
Transport/day~$8
💡 A Ha Long Bay overnight cruise on a good junk boat is the country's signature experience
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Luxury
$1100 — $1870
per week / per person
Hotel/night~$150
TypeLuxury resort in Da Nang or Phu Quoc island
Food/day~$50
TypeFine dining and rooftop restaurants with city views
Transport/day~$20
💡 Phu Quoc island is Vietnam's Maldives — luxury resorts at a fraction of the price
⚠️ Costs are estimates — may vary by season
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Muslim-Friendly Rating6.4
out of 10
Religion
Buddhism and folk religions — small Muslim Cham community
Buddhism and folk religions — small Muslim Cham community
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Safety
7/10
Generally safe. Traffic is the main hazard. Petty theft in crowded areas. Tourist sites well-managed.
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Muslim-Friendly
4/10
Very limited Muslim infrastructure. Some halal restaurants in Ho Chi Minh City and tourist areas. Research essential.
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Food
4/10
Halal options limited. Seafood and vegetarian dishes are safe options. Ho Chi Minh City has more choices. Plan carefully.
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Value for Money
10/10
Exceptional value — one of Asia's cheapest destinations. World-class experiences at very low prices.
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Arab Hospitality
7/10
Warm and welcoming to tourists. Vietnamese are proud of their country and enjoy sharing it.
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Ease of Navigation
7/10
Grab works everywhere. Overnight trains between cities scenic. Budget flights fast and cheap.
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Family-Friendly
6/10
Good for adventurous families. Ha Long Bay and Hoi An excellent. Traffic and food challenges need planning.
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Tourist SIM Cards📱 Viettel Tourist SIM
30GB
$8 / SIM
Best coverage nationwide
📱 Vietnamobile
20GB
$6 / SIM
Good value
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Getting Around📱
Grab ⭐
Works throughout Vietnam — much safer and more transparent than street taxis
Best for tourists
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VietJet / Bamboo ⭐
Budget airlines connect north and south quickly and cheaply — book in advance
Best for tourists
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Reunification Express Train
Overnight train from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City — scenic and unique
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Motorbike Rental
For experienced riders in quieter areas — the Vietnamese way to explore
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Best Areas to StayTap to open in Google Maps
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Top Attractions & Activities⛵
Ha Long Bay Cruise
3,000 limestone islands rising from emerald water — an overnight cruise is the only way to see it properly
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Hoi An Ancient Town
Perfectly preserved 15th-century trading port — lanterns light the streets every night
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Sapa Rice Terraces
Stepped rice terraces carved into mountain slopes — spectacular any time of year
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Hanoi Street Food Tour
Hanoi's 36 guild streets and street food stalls offer some of Asia's best flavours
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Hue Imperial Citadel
Vietnam's last imperial capital — vast citadel complex with royal tombs nearby
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Phu Quoc Beaches
Vietnam's most beautiful island — beaches rivaling Thailand at lower prices