Travel Vietnam on a Budget Under NT$10,000 – Top 10 Travel Tips for Independent Trips (Part 2)

7. Must-Try Foods
The must-eat Vietnamese dish “pho” is practically impossible to get wrong—no matter where you try it, and a bowl typically costs around NT$100. It comes with a generous side of raw bean sprouts, basil, chili, and other herbs, allowing you to customize it to your taste. It’s definitely a filling meal.

The classic “Vietnamese baguette (Banh mi)” is another essential dish. Freshly baked bread is filled with ham, sliced meat, fresh vegetables, and topped with a special liver pâté. A serving costs about NT$50 and is very filling.

Other options include Vietnamese home-cooked meals and French restaurants, where you can enjoy romantic French cuisine at reasonable prices. Meanwhile, Vietnam has a thriving coffee culture, with cafes everywhere. The “Vietnamese coffee (condensed milk coffee)” and “egg coffee” are both unique and worth a try.

8. Choosing Accommodation in Vietnam
If you’re on a tighter budget, you can stay in a hostel near popular attractions for as little as NT$200–300, where you can meet backpackers from all over the world. For a bit more privacy and comfort, a private double room costs around NT$1,000, and resorts can be booked for under NT$4,000.
Alternatively, you can opt for Airbnb to experience unique homestays.

9. Must-Visit Attractions in Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City – Pink Church, Central Post Office, Pham Ngu Lao Street, Ben Thanh Market, Cafe Apartment, Mekong River Day Tour
Da Nang – Golden Bridge (Hand Holding Bridge), Pink Church, Dragon Bridge, My Khe Beach, Marble Mountains Limestone Caves
Hanoi – Ha Long Bay, Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, Hoan Kiem Lake, 36 Ancient Streets, Hanoi Cathedral, Opera House