Emerald bays, lantern-lit old towns and buzzing cities — Vietnam is the ideal first international trip. Here's what to expect, and how the veg meals actually work.
Vietnam has quietly become one of the most popular first international trips for Indian travellers — it's affordable, visa-friendly and packs cruises, cable cars and culture into one week. If you've never travelled abroad in a group, it's a gentle, well-supported place to start.
The highlights you'll actually remember
- An overnight cruise through the limestone karsts of Halong Bay
- The Golden Bridge and Ba Na Hills cable car near Da Nang
- The lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An's ancient town after dark
- Street-side coffee culture and buzzing night markets
"But what will we eat?"
This is the number one question we get — and the honest answer is: you'll eat well. On our Vietnam group departures every meal is 100% pure-vegetarian Indian food, cooked to be familiar and comforting after a long day of sightseeing. You get the adventure of a new country without worrying about your plate.
Practical things to know
- Currency is the Vietnamese Dong; carry some USD to exchange on arrival
- E-visa is straightforward — we guide you through the paperwork
- Pack layers: the north (Hanoi) can be cooler than the coast
- Tipping is appreciated but not expected
Why go with a group
A group departure takes the guesswork out of a first international trip — flights aside, your hotels, transfers, internal travel and an English-speaking tour manager are all arranged. Our 7-night Vietnam Group Departure is designed exactly for first-timers and families.
