VIETNAM PRE-TRIP INFORMATION

Packing

We facilitate your holiday by arranging all the services making up your trip. However, be sure to pack all that you will need before leaving your home!

Packing Checklist – Be sure to check them all 

Essentials

+ Travel documents (passport, visas, travel insurance certificate, air tickets, tour voucher)

+ Money (cash, credit card, debit card, traveler’s cheques and money pouch)

+ Day pack for your personal needs during the day

+ Camera and extra memory cards and batteries

+ Cell phone and cell phone charger

+ Laptop charger (if you are bringing your laptop)

+ Travel plug/international adapter

+ Medication (including a doctor’s letter if you are carrying a large amount of medication)

+ Prescription glasses / contacts and if necessary, contact lens solution

 
Best to bring along

+ First aid kit

+ Toiletries

+ Sunscreen

+ Insect repellent

+ Refillable water bottle with filter

Wardrobe

+ Comfortable walking shoes

+ Comfortable clothing, either light or heavy options, depending on the season you are travelling

+ Clothes suitable for visiting temples (long pants / skirts, long sleeved tops)

+ Waterproof jacket / raincoat / umbrella

+ Hat & sunglasses

+ Bathing suit 

Optional comforts

+ Ear plugs & eye mask

+ Sleep sheet for home stays / trains

+ Lightweight travel towel

+ Local language phrasebook

Preparation

Here are some considerations to ensure that your adventure sets off with a great start:

- Please read our guidelines on responsible tourism so that your trip is beneficial both for you and the communities you visit.
- What interests you? eg. weavings, archaeology, religious art, jewelry, mountain biking, kayaking, etc. Let us know so we can steer you in the right direction.
- Read up a bit about Vietnam before you leave. You guide will give you a general understanding of the places you visit, but feel free to ask for specifics.
- Learn a little Vietnamese before your trip. The more you know, the more fun you will have.
- Ask your cellphone provider for an international data plan if you will need coverage whilst travelling.
- No data? No problem! Bring a book, journal, postcards, or playing cards with you to occupy yourself when waiting.
- “Take only photos, leave only footprints”, but nonetheless try to be sensitive with the photos and footprints.
- Try to support locally owned businesses, hotels, restaurants and traditional artisans.
- Let us know at once if you encounter any problems. Don’t wait until the trip is over. Our drivers, operators, guides and hotel staff are there to help you.
- Most of all, relax, be patient, and keep an open mind. Bring your sense of humor and adventure and discover the magic of Vietnam.