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Bring USD for exchange or withdraw Vietnamese Dong (VND) from ATMs on arrival. Credit cards are accepted in cities, but cash is preferred at markets and local shops. We advise avoiding South African Rand as banks in Vietnam do not exchange ZAR.
We use carefully selected 3 - 4 - 5 star hotels depending on your package. All hotels are centrally located and traveller-friendly. Upgrades and special requests (sea-view rooms, connecting rooms) are available.
Yes. Most travellers choose tailor-made tours. We design customised itineraries based on travel style, interests, pace, age group, dietary needs, and budget.
Yes. Vietnam is one of the safest destinations in Asia with very low violent crime. Our tours use licensed guides, private transfers and trusted drivers to ensure safety and comfort.
Yes. Vietnamtour.co.za is a trusted operator with 10+ years serving South African travellers to Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia.
We maintain strong 5-star ratings on TripAdvisor. We also have a local representative in Cape Town:
Mrs. Katrine Puttick – Bay Farm, Main Rd, Hout Bay, Cape Town.
Phone: +27 (83) 261 1693
Vietnam’s climate varies by region:
- North: Feb - Apr & Sep - Nov
- Central: Feb - Aug
- South: Dec - Apr
Vietnam is a year-round destination when itineraries are adjusted properly. We provide updated seasonal advice during planning.
10 - 14 days for first-time travellers, 14 - 18 days for deeper cultural experiences, 20+ days for Vietnam + Cambodia + Laos.
All tours are fully customisable.
South African passport holders can apply for a Vietnam e-visa. To apply for an e-visa, you will need:
- A passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival date
- At least 2 blank pages
- Two 4x6 photos
- Government e-visa fee: 25 USD (paid online)
Vietnamtour.co.za can guide you through the e-visa process and assist with the necessary steps.
Our tour prices do not include international flight tickets. However, we can assist you in finding and booking suitable international flights if needed.
Domestic airfare within Vietnam is included in our tour packages unless stated otherwise.
We delight to welcome as many customers to visit Vietnam as possible. Therefore, the group size we can organize for your tour is unlimited. You can contact directly our travel consultant to book tour for your friends, family, as well as your company and we assure to offer you the best services at the best quality.