10-Day Vietnam Itinerary for Indian Families on a Budget 2025

10-Day Vietnam Itinerary for Indian Families on a Budget 2025

Did you know Indian families can explore Vietnam with just a $25 e-visa? Imagine cruising Ha Long Bay, exploring Hanoi’s Old Quarter, and soaking in the Mekong Delta — all without breaking the bank. Here’s a complete 10-day Vietnam itinerary designed for Indian families in 2025, including accommodation, transport, food, hidden gems, and total costs in INR. Also Read: Vietnam Budget Trip from India

Vietnam Visa for Indian Citizens

• Cost: $25 (~₹2,000–₹2,500) for an e-visa

• Documents Needed:

  • Passport valid at least 6 months

  • Passport-size photos

  • Flight itinerary & hotel bookings

  • Proof of sufficient funds

Tip: Apply online via Vietnam E-Visa Portal

Budget-Friendly Family Accommodation

• Guesthouses: $9–$25/night (~₹750–₹2,000)

• Budget Hotels: $25–$40/night (~₹2,000–₹3,200)

• Homestays: $15–$30/night (~₹1,200–₹2,500)

Recommended Stays:

• Hanoi: Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2 – family suites (~₹2,500/night)

• Ho Chi Minh City: La Vela Saigon Hotel – rooftop pool (~₹3,500/night)

• Da Nang: Hostie Saigon Wanderlust Home – budget-friendly (~₹2,500/night)

Getting Around Vietnam on a Budget

• Flights: Hanoi → Ho Chi Minh (~₹2,500–₹3,000/person)

• Trains: Hanoi → Hue (~₹1,500/person)

• Buses: Hue → Da Nang (~₹500/person)

• Grab rides: ₹100–₹200 for short trips

 Tip: Book flights and trains early to save money.

Food in Vietnam on a Budget

• Street Food: Pho noodle soup (~₹100–₹150/person)

• Family Restaurants: Meals for 3 (~₹500–₹700)

• Supermarkets: Snacks (~₹50–₹100)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

• Activities: Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple

• Hidden Gem: Hanoi Railway Street

• Stay: Hanoi Royal Palace Hotel 2

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,000

Day 2: Hanoi Exploration

• Activities: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, Temple of Literature

• Hidden Gem: Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,000

Day 3: Hanoi → Ha Long Bay

• Activities: Day Cruise, Sung Sot Cave

• Hidden Gem: Ti Top Island

• Stay: Overnight Cruise

• Daily Cost: ~₹13,000

Day 4: Ha Long Bay → Hanoi

• Activities: Opera House, French Quarter

• Hidden Gem: Ceramic Mosaic Mural

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,000

Day 5: Hanoi → Hue

• Activities: Imperial City, Tomb of Tu Duc

• Stay: Hue Serene Palace Hotel

• Daily Cost: ~₹5,500

Day 6: Hue Exploration

• Activities: Thien Mu Pagoda, Dong Ba Market, Perfume River Boat Ride

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,000

Day 7: Hue → Da Nang

• Activities: My Khe Beach, Marble Mountains

• Stay: Hostie Saigon Wanderlust Home

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,500

Day 8: Da Nang Exploration

• Activities: Golden Bridge, Linh Ung Pagoda, Cham Museum, Ba Na Hills

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,500

Day 9: Da Nang → Ho Chi Minh City

• Activities: Ben Thanh Market, War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels

• Stay: La Vela Saigon Hotel

• Daily Cost: ~₹8,200

Day 10: Ho Chi Minh City Exploration

• Activities: Notre-Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Mekong Delta

• Stay: La Vela Saigon Hotel

• Daily Cost: ~₹4,700

Estimated Total Budget for a Family of 3

• Accommodation: ₹25,000–₹28,000

• Meals: ₹10,000

• Transport: ₹12,000–₹13,000

• Activities & Misc.: ₹6,000

• Grand Total: ₹53,000–₹57,000

Travel Tips for Indian Families in Vietnam

• Always carry Vietnamese dong; many street vendors don’t accept cards.

• Book cruises and trains at least 2–3 weeks in advance.

• Use Grab app for safe local transport.

• Try local street food—it’s safe and affordable.

• Respect cultural etiquette in temples and pagodas.