How long should I spend in Vietnam?

Is 2 weeks in Vietnam enough?

Two weeks? A glimpse, not a journey.

North or South. Choose. Both? Delusion.

Vietnam, vast and textured.

Taiwan calls. Interesting.

Trade culture for efficiency?

Two weeks Vietnam; two Taiwan. Practical choice.

• Vietnam: History, chaos, food.
• Taiwan: Order, tech, more food.

Each choice, a world. No wrong answers. Just consequences.

I prefer pho to bubble tea. Born preference.

Did that cat just wink?

How much money do I need for 3 weeks in Vietnam?

Three weeks in Vietnam. £210 a week? Hah. That’s… optimistic.

The scent of pho, clinging to humid air, a thousand tiny breaths on my skin. Three weeks, a lifetime compressed. £210 feels… insufficient. I’d budget higher. Much higher.

Think ancient temples, sun-drenched stones. The weight of history, a palpable thing. Those costs are not included. Transportation alone… Motorbike rides, winding through rice paddies… the cost of freedom.

Internal flights? Think again. These are not cheap. Local buses, maybe. But time… time is a luxury.

Food, delicious, unbelievably varied. Street food, banh mi, fresh spring rolls. But a fancy dinner… those memories you want to keep, the ones that burn themselves onto your soul. They cost more.

Accommodation. Budget hostels? Okay, maybe. But a beautiful boutique hotel in Hoi An, overlooking the river? Worth every penny. The memories. Those memories.

And the unforeseen. A spontaneous trip to a hidden beach? A last-minute excursion into the mountains? Unplanned joys are expensive.

So… £210 a week? No. Triple that, at least. Maybe more, depending on your desires. Luxury? Double it again.

• Flights: Variable, depending on origin and time of year, but expect a significant portion of your budget, even with budget airlines. Hundreds of pounds.

• Accommodation: £30-£100+ per night. Budget hostels, or luxurious stays. Your choice.

• Food: £15-£50 per day, easily. Street food is cheap. Fine dining, less so.

• Activities & Excursions: This is where it gets expensive. From a few pounds to hundreds. Cruises, tours, cultural experiences. It’s all add up.

• Transportation: Internal flights, trains, buses—budget accordingly.

• Unexpected Costs: Always. Always add a buffer for the unknown. Illness, lost items, spontaneous adventures.

  This is Vietnam. It’s not just a place; it’s a feeling. It’s the warmth of the people. It’s the vibrant tapestry of sights and sounds. Don’t shortchange yourself. This is a memory you want to last forever. Budget for it.

Is three weeks too long in Vietnam?

Vietnam… three weeks? Hmm. Three weeks in Vietnam is perfect. No, it’s not too long. I spent, like, almost a month there in 2023? Maybe it was late 2022… anyway, it felt just right.

Seriously, I zipped up and down the coast. Easy to travel. Very safe. I mean, watch your bag, but where isn’t that a thing?

Okay, maybe I didn’t see everything, but I stuffed so much in.

• Hanoi: Chaotic, amazing food. Pho forever.
• Ha Long Bay: Touristy, but still beautiful. Got some amazing photos.
• Hoi An: Tailors galore! Got a suit made. Questionable decision now.
• Ho Chi Minh City: Super busy, but really interesting history.

Flights internally are cheap. I remember that for sure. Is Phu Quoc worth it? Debatable. The beaches were ok.

Ugh, that papaya salad, tho. Need to find a good recipe.

• Papaya Salad: Must recreate.
• Bahn Mi: Street food perfection.
• Egg Coffee: Surprisingly good.

Anyway, three weeks? Do it. Absolutely do it. Don’t even think twice. You will not regret it.

Is it worth going to Vietnam for 2 weeks?

Vietnam? Two weeks. Enough. North or South, if less.

• Two weeks: Hit the highlights. Coast to coast.
• Less time? Choose a region. Immersion, not a blur.
• Consider: Ha Long Bay cruises (expensive). Hoi An tailor. Mekong Delta markets. Forget beaches.
• Northern Vietnam: Sapa treks, crowded but scenic. Hanoi’s chaotic charm. Ninh Binh. Expect rain.
• Southern Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City. War Remnants Museum – heavy. Phu Quoc (overrated, 2024).
• My take? Skip central. Hue boring. Da Nang…forgettable.
• Currency traps: Dong confusing. ATMs charge fees. Haggle hard.
• Don’t trust the street food hype. Hygiene is spotty.
• Visas: Check current requirements. They change. I got burned back in 2023. Cost me an extra night in Bangkok, ugh.
• Worth it? Depends on your expectations. Vietnam is intense. Get ready.

It’s done.