With 72 cities, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City belong to the capital city of Vietnam. The places where Taiwanese like most include Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An, and Hanoi.

After visit, I found that Vietnam is a city full of conflicts. It was once ruled by France, the country coexisted with old and new, There are Southeast Asian style, but also can found many European buildings. In the old streets, there is a modern Café shop. The sense of conflict is very strong.

In recent years, Vietnam has been more friendly to tourism, and the safety problem has been improved, so it is very suitable for Taiwanese nowadays!

Let's talk about how to prepare for backpacking in Vietnam!

There are Information about the airfare, money-exchange, internet, transportation, visa, currency, language, travel season voltage, tip, map, attractions, accommodation, etc...

 

Vietnam map overview

Vietnam tourist season

The good time for visit Vietnam: September-December and March-April.

Although the climate in each district is not the same, in general, spring and autumn seasons are more suitable for visiting Vietnam.

Wear recommendations are light, because of the large temperature difference between day and night, it is best to bring a jacket.

 

Vietnam flight tickets

The direct flights to Vietnam you have a lot of choices, you can search for your destination where you want to visit!

➔ Booking flight tickets you can try Skyscanner

 

Vietnam visa

You can choose apply the visa in Taiwan, or you can apply on arrival at the Vietnamese airport.

If you go to the Vietnam Office in Taipei, you can get one month and the fee is about NT$1,500~NT$2,000. The cost of landing visa will be cheaper, but the processing time depends on the condition of the airport at the time.

 

《Vietnam Office in Taipei》

Address: 3rd Floor, No. 65 Songjiang Road, Zhongshan District, Taipei City, Taipei (Exit MRT Songjiang Nanjing Exit 4)

Tel: 02-2516-6626

Application time: Monday to Friday 08:30~12:00 / 14:00~16:30

 

Money exchange

The rate now is 1:0.00145

The vietnam currency symbol is VND and is indicated by the "₫" symbol.

The original meaning of "đồng" in Vietnamese is copper and bronze. The corresponding Chinese characters are: "Bronze" and "Shield" is the transliteration of modern Chinese.

➔ The rate refer to Taiwan bank rate

 

After changing the US dollar in Taiwan, it was better to switch to Vietnam for the VND exchange rate. In addition, in addition to exchange at the Vietnamese airport, there will be a good exchange rate for exchanges at the goldsmith shops in the city.

➔ In many places in Vietnam, because there are many zeros, it is often not necessary to write three zeros after the decimal point. For example, 10,000 will only write 10, not for $10 or other denominations.

 

Vietnam Internet

Vietnam is easy to buy mobile phone Sim cards in various international ports. Different telecom companies or different solutions are different. The approximate price is about VND100,000~VND200,000 (USD5~10).

The common telecommunications companies Mobi fone / Viettel / Vinaphone, the airport also has a counter, you can go directly to the counter to ask the price and plan, choose the network days and usage that suits you best.

 

➔ It is also very important that the mobile power supply must be taken more, because it is in foreign countries, and the information of the mobile phone is needed all the time. Using google map navigation is very power-consuming, remember!

 

Language

Vietnam mainly speaks Vietnamese, but most restaurants have English menus. If the restaurant is more expensive, the waiter's English is more fluent, and there is not much problem in communication.

 

Voltage

The voltage in Vietnam is 220V. The outlets of the hotel are all two flat heads (Taiwan head) and two thick round heads (European regulations). In some places, only two thick round heads (European regulations) can be used.

Mobile phone / tablet / computer and other 3C products, in principle, the charger has a transformer, you can use 100V ~ 240V. But the hair dryer must confirm what the voltage from Taiwan is. The socket hole is the same as Taiwan.

 

Time zone

Slower than Taiwan for 1 hour.

 

Airport transportation

There are several options from the airport to the city. The airport bus is a cheaper option, but the equipment is simple. Most of the passengers are locals or Vietnamese proficiency. If you are on a red-eye flight, it is recommended to choose a chartered car from Taiwan. More secure and convenient.

 

➔ Chartered Car Info

 

City transportation

The two major taxi companies are Vinashun and MaiLinh. Vinasaun & MaiLinh is a relatively big company, but occasionally it will encounter drivers who love to detour. In principle, it is safe, but Vietnam mainly speaks Vietnamese, even if it is on a local taxi. It is recommended that you can book a private car transfer from Taiwan, or the most secure one!

 

➔ As there are also speeding robberies in Vietnam, the bag should try to choose a backpack with a slanted back or a smash-proof design. When asking for a price, try to use the store's computer to ask for a price. When walking on the road, please be sure to take the phone to prevent the phone from being robbed.

 

➔ Chartered Car Info

 

Emergency contact

The emergency call for my representative office in Vietnam is: (84) 913-219-986 (direct dialing in Vietnam: 0913-219-986)

You can call the office at work time: (84-4) 3833-5501~5 (five lines), fax: (84-4) 3833-5508.

 

Tax Refund

Foreign tourists can apply for a refund of 8.5% of the consumption tax on the same day in Vietnam and the same tax refund-certified store for no less than 2 million VND.

 

Tax refund conditions:

Passengers who are not Vietnamese citizens or permanent residents, and hold valid passports of other countries - exits within 60 days after purchase - non-departing aircraft or flight attendants or crew - the refund amount is 85% of the total value-added tax on the commodity, The refund fee for commercial banks is 15% of the value-added tax on purchased goods, and is paid by VND.

Tax refund process:

If you purchase more than 2 million VND in the store with the VAT stamp, you can get the tax refund invoice from the store staff, and you can apply for the passport number when you shop. Before you check in at the airport and check in your baggage, you must bring the shopping invoice and tax refund form to the customs seal. If you have already received the tax refund outside the airport, you only need to stamp the tax refund form and invoice in the tax refund company. In the envelope, you can put it into the mail box. If you have not yet received the tax refund, you will be required to bring the invoice and tax refund form with the stamped cover to the tax refund window after the security check.

 

Tips

The baggage tip is based on the number of pieces, one baggage US$1/VND 20,000 dong, bedside tip one room US$1/VND 20,000 dong.

The service fee for drivers, tour guides and team leaders is recommended to NT$200 per day for a total of NT$1,000 for a five-day trip.

The collection of the tip is not hard and strong. If the performance is good, it can be given in full or in addition.

 

Vietnam attractions recommend

Halong Bay

 

My Khe beach 

 

Dragon bridge

 

Cham Kingdom Kingdom Holy Land

 

Golden bridge

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