Vietnam Travel Frequently Asked Questions

English-speaking local guides are widely available. Other languages may be arranged with advance notice and can carry a supplement. On multi-region trips, local guides may change by destination because they provide stronger regional knowledge and comply with local guiding arrangements.

We pass dietary requests to hotels, restaurants, cruise operators and guides and recommend suitable meals where possible. Please provide precise details before confirmation, especially for severe allergies. Kitchens may handle common allergens and cannot always guarantee a completely separate preparation area.

No undisclosed commission shopping should be compulsory on a private itinerary. Some visits to markets, workshops or social enterprises are genuine cultural experiences and will be described in the programme. Tell your guide if you do not wish to shop.