FAQ - Vietnam
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Flights to Vietnam
There are plenty of direct flights from airports in Australia including Sydney and Melbourne to some of Vietnam’s main airports including Ho Chi Minh City. Vietnam is easily accessible from Australia, and there are many flights available with transits as well. Air Asia X, Jetstar, Thai Airways, and Malaysia Airlines are some of the main flights that travel from Australia to Vietnam.
Visa requirements
Travellers can either apply for a 30-day tourist visa or a 30-day single entry visa through the E-visa option. Visit vietnamvisa.govt.vn for more information or to apply for the online E-visa. When visiting Vietnam, it is mandatory that your passport is valid for 6 months from the date of arrival. However, proof of vaccination and COVID-19 tests are no longer required.
Travel Insurance
Before travelling to Vietnam it is recommended that you get appropriate travel insurance. If you already have a travel insurance policy make sure to check what cover it provides for coronavirus-related events.
Climate & Weather
Vietnam has two monsoons; winter and summer are alternate which has a great influence on the difference in weather between the north and south. October to April has the least precipitation and is favorable for tourism. January to August is the best time for vacations as the temperature is likely to be stable at 30°C with minimum rain. Whereas, in the South, the average temperature ranges from 25 - 30 ° C all year making November to May ideal for vacationing when there’s minimum rain.
Currency
The currency used in Vietnam is the Vietnamese Dong, however, US dollars can also be directly used for some restaurants and hotels. You can check the Vietnam exchange rate by visiting xe.com. Most major currencies can be exchanged in Vietnam hotels, banks, airports, and exchange stalls. Debit and Credit cards are also widely accepted in the country, especially in shopping malls and hotels.
Travelling in Vietnam
At Holidayscapes, as a part of your tour itinerary, we will take care of all your travel needs upon your arrival in Vietnam right up to your departure. As a matter of interest, there are many methods of travel available in Vietnam including trains, buses/vans, taxis, ferries, etc. However, depending on the number of persons travelling on your tour all our arranged tours will be by car, minibus, or Bus and all our vehicles used for these tours are fully air-conditioned for your comfort with a tour guide provided.
Sites of Vietnam
Vietnam has a number of interesting places to visit, but some of the best sites include Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu & Kenh Ga, Hoi An & My Son, Halong Bay, and the South town coastal region, where tourists can spoil themselves with the vast number of beaches. From the colonial architecture of Ho Chi Minh City top to the hustle and bustle of Hanoi to the azure waters of Nha Trag, Vietnam has something for everybody.
Food and Culture
Vietnam is highly multicultural, with people that greatly value humility, modesty, and restraint. Traditions in Vietnam date back thousands of years and are instilled with a respect for the sea, land, and people. The country also has an interesting cuisine where they place much importance on different flavours and ingredients. Their dishes feature simple elements that are tasty and colourful which often include a combination of sweet, salty, spicy, sour, and bitter flavours. Meals mainly emphasise rice, fish, meat, and vegetables, with cooking methods often involving steaming or stir-frying.