Pharmacies & Medications

Pharmacies (Nhà Thuốc) are on every corner in Vietnam — often without prescription requirements. Many medications that require a prescription in Germany are available over-the-counter here (antibiotics, painkillers, malaria prophylaxis). But be cautious: Counterfeits are a problem, especially in sma

Embassies & Consulates

In an emergency, the German-speaking representations are reachable: German Embassy Hanoi: 29 Trần Phú, Ba Đình, Hanoi. Tel: +84 24 3845 3836 German Consulate General HCMC: 126 Nguyễn Đình Chiểu, District 3. Tel: +84 28 3829 1967 Austrian Embassy Hanoi: Trung Hòa Nhân Chính, Thanh Xuân. Tel: +84 24

Electricity & Sockets

Vietnam uses 220V / 50Hz. The sockets are a mix of: Type A: Two flat pins (American) — most common Type C: Two round pins (European) — usually works without an adapter Type G: Three rectangular pins (British) — in newer hotels Many sockets in hotels accept both Type A and Type C. A universal adapt

Bargaining — The Art of Negotiation

Bargaining is part of everyday life in Vietnam — at markets, with street vendors, for taxi and boat rides (without meters), and for many services. Not bargaining means paying the "tourist price", which is often 2–5× higher than the local price. The Golden Rules Smile! Bargaining in Vietnam is a fr

Grab & GoJek — Apps for Survival

Grab is the most important app for travelers in Vietnam — an Uber clone that can do it all: taxi, motorbike taxi, food delivery, and even packages. Without Grab, you're lost in Vietnam. The Grab Services ServiceWhat?Price (approx.) GrabCarCar with driver, air-conditioned5 km = 30,000–50,000 VND (

The currency is the Vietnamese Đồng (VND). Exchange rate (approx.): 1€ ≈ 27,000 VND. The zeros can be confusing at first — you'll quickly become a "millionaire". Banknotes There are notes from 1,000 to 500,000 VND. All feature Ho Chi Minh. The most important ones: 500,000 VND (≈ 18.50€): The large

Health & Vaccinations

Vietnam is a tropical country — some health precautions are important, but panic is unnecessary. Millions of tourists travel through Vietnam every year without problems. Recommended Vaccinations VaccinationRecommendation Tetanus, Diphtheria, PolioStandard vaccination — refresh! Hepatitis AStrongl

Vietnam has surprisingly good internet — faster than in many European countries. WiFi is available in almost every hotel, café, and restaurant. A local SIM card is still recommended for Grab, navigation, and emergencies. Buying a SIM Card At the airport: Immediately after entry at the mobile provi

Pronunciation Note Vietnamese has 6 tones, marked by accent marks. For travelers, it's almost impossible to hit the tones correctly — but don't worry: With context and gestures, the Vietnamese will usually understand you. Smiling always helps! GermanVietnamesePronunciation (approx.) HelloXin chào

In the Restaurant & Dining

GermanVietnamesePronunciation (approx.) The bill pleaseTính tiềnTin tien Delicious!Ngon!Ngon! Very delicious!Ngon lắm!Ngon lam! Not spicy pleaseKhông cayKohm kai WaterNướcNöck BeerBiaBia Coffee (iced)Cà phê sữa đáKa feh süa da Coffee (hot, black)Cà phê đen nóngKa feh den nong Cheers!Một, hai, ba,

GermanVietnamesePronunciation (approx.) How much does this cost?Cái này bao nhiêu?Kai nay bau njeu? Too expensive!Đắt quá!Dat kwa! Cheaper pleaseGiảm giá điYam ya di Where is...?...ở đâu?...ö dau? ToiletNhà vệ sinhNja we sin HotelKhách sạnKatsch san AirportSân baySan bay Train stationGa tàuGa tau

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Travel Guide Vietnam

Your complete travel guide for the Land of the Rising Dragon

Capital:Hanoi

Language:Vietnamese

Currency:Đồng (VND)

Visa:E-Visa (25 USD, 90 days)

Best travel time:Oct – Dec (all of Vietnam)

Flight time:10–12 hours

Last updated: 10 March 2026 · 13 Chapters · 77 Sections

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The North-South Classic

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The ultimate Vietnam route from north to south — perfect for first-time visitors who want to experience the entire country.

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Northern Vietnam Intensive

10–14 days

For adventurers and nature lovers: the mountains, rice terraces, and karst landscapes of the north.

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Central Vietnam Compact

7–10 days

Three UNESCO sites, the best caves in the world, and the legendary Cloud Pass on a compact route.

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Street Food Tour

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Planning· 2 Chapters

Chapter 1

Welcome to Vietnam

7 Sections

Chapter 2

Arrival & Transport

4 Sections

Regions· 4 Chapters

Chapter 3

Hanoi & Northern Vietnam

6 Sections · 1 Walking Tour

Chapter 4

Central Vietnam

7 Sections

Chapter 5

Ho Chi Minh City & Southern Vietnam

8 Sections

Chapter 6

Highlands & Adventure

6 Sections

Understanding· 5 Chapters

Chapter 7

History of Vietnam

4 Sections

Chapter 8

Vietnamese Society

2 Sections

Chapter 9

Vietnamese Cuisine

5 Sections

Chapter 10

Nature & Landscape

3 Sections

Chapter 11

Art & Culture

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Practical· 2 Chapters

Chapter 12

Practical Info A-Z

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Chapter 13

Vietnamese Phrasebook

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Regions at a Glance

Hanoi & Northern Vietnam

The thousand-year-old capital with a chaotically charming old town, Halong Bay, Ninh Bình, and the rice terraces of Sapa.

36 alleys of the old townHalong BaySapa rice terracesNinh Bình+1

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Central Vietnam

The imperial city of Huế, the lantern city of Hội An, the beaches of Đà Nẵng, and the largest caves in the world.

Imperial city of HuếHội An lanternsHải Vân PassPhong Nha caves+1

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Ho Chi Minh City & South

The vibrant Saigon, the Cu-Chi tunnels, the Mekong Delta with floating markets, and the dream beaches of Phú Quốc.

Saigon nightlifeCu-Chi tunnelsMekong DeltaPhú Quốc+1

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Highlands & Uplands

Đà Lạt with coffee plantations, Ha Giang Loop, Mai Châu, Sapa trekking, and the ethnic minorities of the north.

Đà LạtHa Giang LoopFansipanEthnic minorities+1

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Daten: Wikidata

Einwohner: 96.208.984(2019)
Fläche: 331.690 km²
Hauptstadt: Hanoi
Währung: vietnamesischer Đồng
Amtssprache: Vietnamesisch
Vorwahl: +84
Zeitzone: UTC+7
Gegründet: 1976-07-02

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