Nicole A.
“Two Great Tours with Rose!”
We spent two wonderful tours with Rose, she was an excellent guide and was able to quickly adjust the tours for our geoup of three generations! Highly recommend using her as a guide in Hanoi, and all of the food choices were incredible!
Katherine J.
“Responsive, Helpful, Clean, On Time ”
We used this company for three separate transfers all over northern Vietnam and highly recommend them. I changed the schedule on them several times and they were always very quick to respond and accommodate my requests. Cars were clean and arrived on time every time. We left sunglasses in one car and they brought them straight to the hotel for us which was very appreciated. Good company and safe drivers.
Pham Tours
Thank you so much for your kind feedback. We are sooo happy to hear you are satisfied with our services. It is the best gift from you to our hard-working team. Thank you so much and have a lovely day.
Abhijeet J.
“"Best Transit ever"”
My uncle and aunt had an 8 hour layover in Ho Chi Minh and they I opted this hald day private tour which was which they enjoyed very well. The interaction with the guide was excellent, the food was remarkable. They went back satisfied and full of stories. Thanks a lot.
Vietnam Transfers
Hi Abhijeet! Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your uncle and aunt enjoyed their layover tour in Ho Chi Minh City. It’s great to know that the guide’s interaction and the local food left such a positive impression. We’re always happy when our guests return with full hearts, full stomachs, and plenty of stories to share. We look forward to welcoming you and your family on another adventure in the future! Best, Vietnam Private Transfer.
Elevate your Vietnam journey with a private tour guide! Dive deep into culture, skip the crowds, and unleash your inner explorer with a local leading the way.
Picture yourself wandering through the bustling streets of Hanoi, the intoxicating aroma of pho wafting through the air as you’re led through the maze of markets and ancient temples. With a private tour guide by your side, every corner of Vietnam's capital becomes a gateway to centuries of history and culture. No longer confused by the sights and sounds, Vietnam becomes a familiar place with loving memories to be made.
Explore the architectural wonders of the Temple of Literature, where scholars once sought enlightenment, before diving into the chaotic charm of the Old Quarter, where your tour guide helps you navigate narrow alleys to reveal hidden gems of local life. It’s time to truly see the land of the Blue Dragons.
Generally, 7–10 days in Vietnam is enough to get a gasp of the country’s greatest highlights, and see glimpses of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh and Nha Trang (if you want to squeeze it in). Honestly, though, you could spend two weeks in Vietnam and never run out of sights and sounds.
- Hello: Xin chào (seen chow)
- Thank you: Cảm ơn (gauhm uhn)
- Excuse me: Xin lỗi (seen luh-ee)
- I want to buy: Tôi muốn mua (toy muh-own moo-ah)
- How much does it cost?: Bao nhiêu tiền? (baow nyew tien)
- Can I have one please?: Cho tôi xin một cái (chow toy seen mot cái)
- I am vegetarian: Ăn chay (an chay)
- One, two, three: Một, hai, ba (một, hai, ba)
- I don't understand: Tôi không hiểu (toy khom hyu)
- Good night: Chúc ngủ ngon (chewk ngoo ngawn)
Generally speaking, the best time to visit Vietnam is between November and April, as this is when it’s the most comfortable in terms of temperature, as well as the driest period, in terms of rainfall. However, Vietnam’s weather varies by region.
Yes! Even if you’re not sure where to start your journey, head to our Vietnam local guides page and click on the profiles that stick out to you. You can see which tours match your travel schedule (Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, Da Nang and so on), and book instantly, or message a guide to create your own tour with their suggestions for you and your travel group. Looking to relax, have a thrilling adventure, or learn about history? Let the guide know, and they’ll give some amazing suggestions.
While this depends on your preferences, touring Vietnam’s major cities has been made less difficult with the spread of English in tourist areas (Vietnam ranks number 58 out of 113 non-native English countries). But guides are so much more than language translators. They provide safety, historical, cultural and social context, and they save a lot of time that could be spent zipping from one venue to the next, or getting lost.
This is a tough one! But each city offers something different, so here’s a quick comparison.
Yes! Based on data from Travel Ladies, Vietnam is ranked the 8th safest travel country for solo women travelers. With that said, it’s best to keep the following tips in mind.
Depending on which city you’re headed to, here are some key travel points and adventures you should consider for your first trip to Vietnam;
Ho Chi Minh’s (Saigon) Highlights
Start By Messaging Your Guide
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