Budget Tours & Trips to Vietnam
Budget Vietnam delivers value with plenty of sights to blow your mind. Imagine exploring Hanoi's street food, visiting Halong Bay on budget boats, discovering Hoi An's cheap accommodations, touring Ho Chi Minh affordably, and experiencing the backpacker trail. You’ll meet new friends, eat incredible food for dollars, stay in decent hostels, and see why Vietnam is one of world's best budget destinations where cheap doesn't mean compromising experiences.
10 best cheap Vietnam tour packages
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- Vietnam Best Deal In 10 Days
- Experience the Best of Vietnam in 10 Days
- Vietnam Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures
- Enchanting Vietnam 11 Days - Halong Bay/ Hoi An/ Mekong Delta
- Seven Days Discover Real Charm North Vietnam
- Exquisite Vietnam 11 Days - Sapa/ Halong Bay/ Phu Quoc Island
- Vietnam Classic Tour in 9 Days
- Best of North Vietnam Tour 9 Days 8 Nights (Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay and Ninh Binh)
- Essential Vietnam In 6 Day Tour
- Discovery Vietnam Central 5 Days 4 Nights
Vietnam Best Deal In 10 Days
55 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Had an amazing time in Vietnam! Would definitely recommend.”
Noah, traveled in March
Comfortable stays at Mina Hotel Hanoi and Kim An Hoi An cost approx. $160 per day. The tour includes domestic flights, daily breakfast, and guided tours to Halong Bay, Cu Chi Tunnels, and Mekong Delta villages.
Duration 10 days Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, My Tho, Mekong Delta Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch Price Per Day $53 Operator Realistic Asia From $776
32% Off- US$528+$280 local paymentsYou save $248
Experience the Best of Vietnam in 10 Days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary covered all the highlights from Hanoi, Halong Bay, and Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, giving us a great mix of culture, nature, and local life.”
Kyla, traveled in March
Complete Vietnam tour at approx. $250 per day includes 3-5 star hotels like Mina Hotel Hanoi and Queen Ann Hotel Saigon. Features guided tours, Halong Bay cruise, domestic flights, and most meals, with airport transfers and 24/7 support.
Duration 10 days Destinations Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, My Tho, Thoi Son Island Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Dutch Price Per Day $76 Operator Vietnam Tour Fun From $796
5% Off- US$756+$303 local paymentsYou save $40
Vietnam Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures
369 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“One Life does a great job with variety of activities and free time balance.”
Diane, traveled in May
Northern Vietnam unfolds at approx. $120 per day with boutique hotels, overnight trains, and mountain homestays. Package includes 19 meals, kayaking, cooking classes, and eco-tourism projects. Foot badminton lessons and waterfall treks in Pu Luong come complimentary.
Duration 12 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Cam Thanh, Hoi An, Hue, Ninh Binh, Hanoi, Halong Bay Age Range Ages 18-39 Price Per Day $109 Operator One Life Adventures From $1,745
25% Off- US$1,309You save $436
Enchanting Vietnam 11 Days - Halong Bay/ Hoi An/ Mekong Delta
14 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“We had the pleasure of exploring Vietnam with PrestiGo Asia, and it was an experience we will cherish forever.”
Paul, traveled in June
Luxury awaits at approx. $150 per day with stays at Apricot Hotel Hanoi and Palm Garden Resort Hoi An. The package includes domestic flights, full-board Halong Bay cruise, and guided tours of Cu Chi tunnels and Mekong Delta villages.
Duration 11 days Destinations Hanoi, Hoa Lu, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi, My Tho, Thoi Son Island, Mekong Delta Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese Price Per Day $80 Operator PrestiGo Asia From $980
10% Off- US$882You save $98
Seven Days Discover Real Charm North Vietnam
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The hiking and homestay with a H'mong guide in the Sapa region was a highlight.”
Graham, traveled in October
Vietnamese wonders unfold at approx. $70 daily, with stays at HM Boutique Hotel and Crown Legend Cruise. Package includes 6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 2 dinners, English guides, and transfers. Tam Coc cycling and Halong Bay kayaking included.
Duration 7 days Destinations Hanoi, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Titov Island, Sapa, Linh Ho, Ta Van Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $68 Operator Vietnam Real Tour From
10% Off- US$475
Exquisite Vietnam 11 Days - Sapa/ Halong Bay/ Phu Quoc Island
8 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“PrestiGo were excellent, very responsive to our requests as we wanted to change the itenary tiny bit.”
Doniyor, traveled in April
Luxury touring at approx.$180 per day includes 3-5 star stays at Dal Vostro Hotel Hanoi and Cozy Boutique Cruise Halong Bay. Features 27 meals, domestic flights, and guided tours, with optional Cu Chi Tunnels visit.
Duration 11 days Destinations Hanoi, Sapa, Ta Van, Su Pan, Halong Bay, Phu Quoc Island, Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese Price Per Day $99 Operator PrestiGo Asia From $1,147
5% Off- US$1,090You save $57
Vietnam Classic Tour in 9 Days
10 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was great to visit Vietnam, our seamless tour operated by experienced travel agent.”
Susan, traveled in December
Luxury accommodations at HM Boutique Hanoi and Rose Garden Hoi An cost approx. $220 per day. The price includes 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, Halong Bay cruise, and guided tours of Trang An and My Son Sanctuary.
Duration 9 days Destinations Hanoi, Halong Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, French, Spanish, Chinese Price Per Day $105 Operator LVP Travel From $1,899
50% Off- US$950You save $950
Best of North Vietnam Tour 9 Days 8 Nights (Hanoi, Sapa, Halong Bay and Ninh Binh)
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Super well-arranged itinerary! You get to see major tourist sites in North Vietnam efficiently.”
Jeffrey, traveled in January
The cultural immersion costs approx. $70 per day with 3-star hotels in Hanoi, overnight cruise in Halong Bay, and homestay in Ta Van village. Features daily meals, transportation, English guides, and activities like kayaking and cycling. Premium upgrades available.
Duration 9 days Destinations Hanoi, Lao Cai, Sapa, Cat Cat Village, Ta Van, Halong Bay, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $80 Operator Asia Focus Travel From $900
20% Off- US$720You save $180
Essential Vietnam In 6 Day Tour
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Amazing trip with beautiful city, lovely people, and delicious food. Definitely coming back next vacation!”
Romain, traveled in May
Your Vietnamese adventure costs approx. $340 per day with stays at Dal Vostro Hotel and local homestays. Includes meals, expert guides, national park fees, boat trips, and private transfers. Kayaking available as optional activity.
Duration 6 days Destinations Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta, Hanoi, Halong Bay Age Range All Ages Welcome Operated in English, German, Italian, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, Russian Price Per Day $62 Operator Vietnam Tour Fun From $536
31% Off- US$370+$150 local paymentsYou save $166
Discovery Vietnam Central 5 Days 4 Nights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Good value for money except single supplement which is very high considering hotel costs in Vietnam.”
Raymond, traveled in May
Duration 5 days Destinations Da Nang, Hoi An, Cam Thanh, My Son Sanctuary, Lang Co, Hue Age Range All Ages Welcome Price Per Day $80 Operator Asia Focus Travel From $500
20% Off- US$400You save $100
Budget Tours & Trips to Vietnam Reviews
- Vietnam Best Deal In 10 Days
Always on time for everything…..airport pick up/departures. 90% happy with the hotels, it would of been 100% except for the hotel in Ho Chi Min
- Experience the Best of Vietnam in 10 Days
The tour of Viet Nam was exactly as described and Rachel was an amazing tour coordinator. Highly recommended.
- Vietnam Classic 12 Day - One Life Adventures
I had an amazing time on the 12-day Vietnam tour with One Life Adventures. The itinerary was really well planned and gave a great mix of culture, sightseeing, local experiences and free time. Everything ran smoothly and the group atmosphere was fun and easygoing throughout the trip. The highlight of the tour was definitely our guide, Manh. He was organised, friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely cared about making sure everyone had a great experience. His food recommendations throughout the trip were absolutely perfect and some of the best meals I had in Vietnam were places he suggested. Most of the accommodation was excellent, very clean and comfortable. Aside from that, everything exceeded expectations and I would absolutely recommend this tour to others.
What our customers ask about Budget Tours & Trips to Vietnam
What is the average price per day for budget tours in Vietnam?
Budget tours in Vietnam cost between 72-140 USD per day. Tour operators like LVP Travel set their starting prices at 92 USD daily which covers your sleeping arrangements transportation and some meals. Their 5-day Vietnam Budget Package puts travelers in 3-star hotels such as HM Boutique Hotel in Hanoi and Garden Bay Cruise in Halong Bay. One TourRadar traveler noted: "Great value for money the hotels were carefully chosen and foods were palatable."
What type of accommodation can I expect on budget tours in Vietnam?
You'll stay in 3-star hotels and guesthouses that offer essential comforts. Properties such as Hanoi Boutique Hotel and Saigon Prague Hotel provide air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms. When visiting Halong Bay budget boats like Royal Legend Cruise offer basic but well-maintained cabins. A TourRadar traveler shared their experience: "The hotels were all very good standard and even the homestay was comfortable with good facilities."
How much additional money should I budget for meals not included?
Set aside 10-15 USD daily for meals outside your tour package. Street food costs 2-5 USD while sitting down at mid-range restaurants runs 8-12 USD per meal. Both Hanoi's Old Quarter and Ho Chi Minh City's District 1 offer wallet-friendly spots like Bun Cha Ta Restaurant and Pho 2000. According to a TourRadar reviewer: "Food costs were very reasonable - we spent around 10-15 USD per day on extra meals and still ate very well."
What are the best budget-friendly areas to stay in Vietnam?
Stay in Hanoi's Old Quarter or Ho Chi Minh City's District 1 for affordable options near key attractions. Hotels like Mina Hotel Hanoi and Queen Ann Hotel offer good value. In Hoi An booking slightly outside Ancient Town at places like Kim An Hotel helps save money. As shared by a TourRadar traveler: "The hotels were all centrally located which made it easy to explore independently without spending extra on transportation."
How much should I budget for optional activities not included in the tour price?
Plan for 20-30 USD per day for extra activities. Popular choices include Hanoi's Water Puppet Show for 15 USD cooking classes in Hoi An ranging from 25-35 USD and the Cu Chi Tunnels shooting range at 20-30 USD. One TourRadar traveler reported: "I spent about 200-250 USD total on optional activities throughout my 10-day tour which included some amazing experiences like the Vespa food tour in Ho Chi Minh City."
What's included in entrance fees on budget Vietnam tours?
Entry fees to major sites come included in most budget tours. This covers places like Cu Chi Tunnels Hoa Lu Ancient Capital and Hanoi's Temple of Literature. Typical included fees are Trang An Grottoes at 20 USD Halong Bay National Park at 25 USD and Hoi An Ancient Town at 10 USD. A TourRadar traveler confirmed: "Having entrance fees included was great value especially for popular sites like the Mekong Delta boat tours and Cu Chi Tunnels."