Vietnam is an amazingly beautiful country. Here is collected all the abundance of natural attractions - rice fields, waterfalls, the achievements of modern life - tuk-tuks, delicious national cuisine.
Many tourists compare this country with Thailand with the only difference that in Vietnam, the oriental flavor is more pronounced. The population here is less focused on tourists, they live their own lives, which makes this state a benchmark of southeastern traditions.
Vietnam is the most populous country located on the Indochinese Peninsula. The time here is determined by GMT, so the difference between Moscow and Hana (the capital of the state) is +4 hours.
If Thailand is dominated by beach holidays and all sorts of water activities, then in Vietnam you will plunge into the atmosphere of ancient temple complexes, national parks.The infrastructure is well developed - there are resorts with a European level of service, many guides and hotel employees speak French and English. Diving enthusiasts go to Vietnam as it is the most budget and beautiful place for diving.
The only disadvantage of this country is a very remote location relative to Central Russia. If Vietnam were a little closer to the continent, it would turn into a real tourist paradise with millions of holidaymakers every year. The rest of the tourists are waiting for some advantages - an exciting and unusual excursion program, magnificent clean wide beaches with opportunities for outdoor activities, a variety of hotel base, reasonable prices in hotels and restaurants.
How to get to Vietnam
Four times a week, on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, direct flights to the capital of Vietnam, Hanoi, depart from Moscow (Sheremetyevo). The air ticket price for Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines is $ 430 in both directions.
From St. Petersburg to get directly to Hanoi will not work, you have to fly to Moscow, and then board a plane to Vietnam.
Vietnam's climate: when to go
The weather in Vietnam is always changeable and unstable. This is due to the subtropical climate that dominates almost the entire country, with the exception of areas protected by mountains.
The climate of Vietnam can be divided into two seasons - wet and dry. Wet weather is from May to November. Especially rainy in June and August. The drier and mild weather is set in December and lasts until April.
This feature of the climate of Vietnam is successfully used by tourists who purchase vouchers in the winter. The cost of the trip is much lower than in the velvet season. The best months for beach holidays in Hanoi and other provinces are January and February. At this time it is not too hot here, the sun is soft, the sea water is refreshing.
Visa and customs documents to Vietnam
For citizens of the Russian Federation, staying in the country for a period not exceeding 15 days, a visa is not required. The only condition is a permanent stay in the country without going to neighboring countries - China, Cambodia, Laos. On the island of Phu Quoc, you can live without a visa for up to 30 days. In this case, be sure to issue a health insurance policy for the entire duration of the trip.
As for customs, there are no particularly strict rules for import and export. The only exceptions are drugs for which in this country you can receive the death penalty - the death penalty. It is not recommended to export antiques and antiques from the country, otherwise you will have to pay a large fine.
The best resorts in Vietnam: where to relax in 2018
Conventionally, the country can be divided into 3 major areas: North, South and Center. In the northern part of Vietnam there are many ancient attractions, large tea plantations, reserves. Here is the capital of the country - Hanoi - a city with an amazing mixture of traditions of East and West.
In the central part of the country there are magnificent long beaches with accompanying infrastructure. The climate here is most favorable and mild. The center of Vietnam is famous for its beautiful views, ancient temples of Hue and youth beach parties.
The economic component of the country is concentrated in the South of the country. The main city of the southern part is Ho Chi Minh City. There are elite expensive hotels, the best restaurants, many boutiques and a shopping center.
The southern part of the country is famous for such resorts as the luxurious Phu Quoc, Nha Trang is the best place for youth recreation and more relaxed and provincial - Phan Thiet.
The cost of hotels and inns in Vietnam 2018
In the major cities of the country, tourists are offered a wide variety of hotels - from small mini-hotels to 5 * luxury hotels. The European level can be traced in almost every detail of the interior, the manner of communication of personnel. It is worth remembering that Vietnam was a colony of France for a long time and absorbed many of the traditions of this European country.
Throughout all seasons, prices for accommodation are virtually unchanged.In a luxury hotel, room rates range from 1,500,000 Vietnamese dongs for two, in a 4 * hotel - from 800,000 i / d, in 3 * hotels - from 200,000 i / d. The lowest price for accommodation in hostels is from 150,000 w / d per person.
What money to take to Vietnam
The official currency of Vietnam is Vietnamese dong. The exchange is made at the rate of 1,000 w / d for 2.51 rubles.
For a trip to Vietnam it is better to stock up on dollars and euros, which, like any tourist place, are freely accepted for payment. You can exchange currency in exchange offices, banks, markets, at the airport. There is no particular difference in rates, there are also hidden fees and fees.
Beach Holidays in Vietnam 2018
Along the shores of the South China Sea stretches a stretch of beautiful beaches, of which there are an incredible number of beaches in Vietnam. Here are the popular resorts, where life rages around the clock. This is the perfect place for extreme rest - surfing, diving and kiting. Some beaches in the south of the country are so deserted that there is a feeling of wild rest in an incredible distance from civilization.
Most of the beaches within the boundaries of major cities and resorts are free. Changing cabins, showers and washbasins are provided on the territory. Sand on the beach is regularly cleaned of debris. The only item of expenditure beach holiday will be sun loungers and umbrellas, which will cost 20 000-50 0000 w / d per day.
Vietnam is a country that will surely remain in the memory of a tourist who has ever been here. This is a typical Asian country, which will reveal to the European the depth of its culture and eastern mysteries only after several trips.
