“Lee is the perfect guide”
Lee was the perfect guide and was very accommodating with our requests from commencement time to where we did and did not want to go. Lee provided great insights on the sites and attractions we went to see as well as relevant historical information. Lee’s happy personality and humour made the tour even more enjoyable.
Lee M.
(6 reviews)Dear Linc Family, Thank you very much for your great review! It was a delight to read your review. Have a nice trip in Vietnam! Best wishes! Lee
Koichiro Y.
Hanoi by night tour with your local guide
Customized
“Beautiful Hanoi Evening”
We could have a tremendous volume of information on Hanoi and Vietnam during the limited hours from Rose-san. Also, the restaurant and dishes she selected for us were fantastic much much more than we expected. Thank her for the beautiful Hanoi evening with her.
Nhung N.
(14 reviews)Dear Koichiro, I could not express enough my thankfullness to you for choosing me as your guide in Hanoi. It was my great honor to welcome you and friends for a fabulous dinner. I wish I could have more time with you and team. I sincerely wish to have a chance to meet you again for another fabulous experience. With my warmest regards from Hanoi, Rose Nhung
Chigusa I.
Da Nang Early Morning: Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Snorkeling and Sunrise
“The best experience in Da Nang! Highly recommended!”
I highly recommend this tour! Everything was amazing and the tour guides are so friendly and helpful! It was our first time to experience Stand up paddle but they taught and supported us to enjoy SUP! The sea was much more beautiful at the sunrise spot than the beachside! We enjoyed snorkeling there too! We really appreciate the hospitality and precious experience!
Thanh P.
(1 reviews)Thank you Chigusa! I had great time being on tour with you both. You guys are so nice and energetic. Looking forward to meeting you again in Da Nang
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;
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