Explore Vietnam and Thailand like a true backpacker! Discover budget hostels, street food, hidden gems, and eco-friendly Vietnam Tours & Thailand Tours with Legend Travel Group. Book now with just 10% deposit!
$2.00 breakfast? Yes, please—Vietnam Tours done right (Source: Internet)Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, personally guiding and organizing tours for over 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide draws from firsthand insights and guest feedback from Legend Travel Group surveys. By Legend Travel Group.
Vietnam and Thailand are backpacker paradises—vibrant cultures, jaw-dropping landscapes, and wallet-friendly prices make them perfect for budget travelers. From the misty mountains of Sapa in Vietnam to the golden temples of Chiang Mai in Thailand, every dollar stretches far. Whether you're chasing sunsets in Ha Long Bay or island-hopping in the Andaman Sea, backpacking here means freedom, flavor, and friendship.
With Vietnam Travel and Thailand Travel made easy through Legend Travel Group, you can focus on the journey—not the logistics. Our backpacker-friendly itineraries blend must-sees with off-beat gems, all while keeping your budget intact. Plus, book any tour with just 10% deposit and pay the rest up to 30 days before departure—travel with peace of mind.
This guide is your all-in-one companion: where to sleep, eat, explore, and how to join epic Vietnam Tours and Thailand Tours without breaking the bank.
No visa stress—many nationalities enjoy 30–45 days visa-free in Vietnam and 60 days in Thailand. Pack light (7–10 kg), carry USD for ATMs, and download offline maps (Maps.me). Local SIMs cost $3–$5. Street food is $1–$2 per meal. Night buses and trains save on accommodation. Book Vietnam Tours or Thailand Tours with Legend Travel Group for seamless transfers and insider access.
Moments that stay forever on Thailand Travel (Source: Internet)Vietnam: 45-day visa exemption for UK, France, Germany, Italy, Spain; 30 days for ASEAN; e-visa ($25) for others. Enter via Noi Bai (Hanoi), Tan Son Nhat (HCMC), or Da Nang.
Thailand: 60-day visa exemption for Swiss, German, UK, US, and 50+ countries. Extendable 30 days (1,900 THB). Fly into Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang.
Border Crossings: Moc Bai (Vietnam–Cambodia), Aranyaprathet (Thailand–Cambodia), or fly between Hanoi and Bangkok ($50–$80).
Daily Budget: $20–$35/day (hostel, street food, local transport).
Vietnam: 1 USD = ~25,000 VND. ATMs widespread. Carry small notes.
Thailand: 1 USD = ~35 THB. 7-Eleven ATMs (220 THB fee—use AEON Bank to avoid).
Pro Tip: Withdraw large amounts to minimize fees. Pay in local currency to avoid poor exchange rates.
Vietnam: Sleeper buses ($10–$20, Hanoi to HCMC), trains (Reunification Express, $25–$50), Grab motorbikes ($1–$3/ride).
Thailand: Overnight trains (Bangkok to Chiang Mai, $20–$30), minivans ($10–$15), Nok Air/Scoot flights ($30–$60).
Cross-Country: Fly Hanoi → Bangkok ($50–$80) or overland via Cambodia ($30–$50 total).
Vietnam:
Hanoi: Nexy Hostel ($6–$8 dorm, free beer hour).
Hoi An: Tribee Ede ($7 dorm, pool + bike rental).
Ho Chi Minh: The Hideout ($6 dorm, central District 1).
Thailand:
Bangkok: Lub d Bangkok Siam ($10 dorm, rooftop bar).
Chiang Mai: Hug Hostel ($8 dorm, free breakfast).
Phuket: Lub d Phuket Patong ($12 dorm, near beach).
Ha Long Bay Cruise (2D1N, $50–$80) – Kayak through emerald waters, sleep on a junk boat.
Sapa Trekking (2D1N homestay, $30) – Hike rice terraces, stay with H’mong families.
Hoi An Lantern Festival (14th lunar day) – Release lanterns on Thu Bon River.
Cu Chi Tunnels ($25 tour) – Crawl through Viet Cong’s underground network.
Mekong Delta Homestay ($20) – Cycle through villages, try coconut candy.
Chiang Mai Night Bazaar & Saturday Market – Street food heaven ($1–$3 dishes).
Doi Suthep Sunrise – Temple hike with panoramic views.
Pai Canyon & Hot Springs – Free sunset spot + $1 entry to springs.
Full Moon Party (Koh Phangan) – Bucket drinks, fire shows (if you're into that).
Railay Beach Rock Climbing – Half-day course ($25).
Sail into legend with Vietnam Tours (Source: Internet)Vietnam: Pho ($1.50), banh mi ($1), bun cha ($2), cafe sua da ($0.80).
Thailand: Pad thai ($1.50), som tam ($1), mango sticky rice ($1), khao soi ($2).
Rule: Eat where locals eat. Look for smoke, crowds, and plastic stools.
|
Day |
Location |
Activity |
Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1–3 |
Hanoi, Vietnam |
Old Quarter, train street, water puppet show |
$25/day |
|
4–5 |
Ha Long Bay |
2D1N cruise |
$70 |
|
6–7 |
Ninh Binh |
Trang An boat, Mua Caves |
$30/day |
|
8–10 |
Hoi An |
Lanterns, tailoring, An Bang Beach |
$30/day |
|
11–13 |
Ho Chi Minh |
War Remnants, Cu Chi, Ben Thanh Market |
$25/day |
|
14 |
Fly HCMC → Bangkok |
Budget flight |
$60 |
|
15–17 |
Bangkok |
Grand Palace, Chatuchak, Khao San Road |
$30/day |
|
18–20 |
Chiang Mai |
Temples, night bazaar, Doi Suthep |
$25/day |
Total: ~$550–$650 (excluding flights to/from Asia)
Thailand Tours: where $1 feeds your soul (Source: Internet)Vietnam: Remove shoes indoors. Don’t point feet at Buddha. Cover shoulders/knees in temples.
Thailand: Wai to elders. Never touch someone’s head. No feet on tables.
Both: Smile—it’s the universal language. Bargain politely (start at 50% of asking price).
Refill water at hostels (save 100+ plastic bottles).
Use reusable cutlery/straws.
Support homestays and local guides.
Join Vietnam Tours and Thailand Tours with Legend Travel Group—carbon-offset programs included.
Walk the clouds—Vietnam Travel at its rawest (Source: Internet)Explore responsibly with our backpacker-approved tours:
Vietnam Backpacking Adventure ($399/person, 12 days) – Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh, all transport, hostels, activities.
Thailand Island Hopper ($450/person, 10 days) – Bangkok to Phuket, trains, ferries, beach stays.
Vietnam + Thailand Combo ($799/person, 21 days) – The ultimate backpacker dream.
Book with just 10% deposit—pay the rest 30 days before departure. No stress, all adventure.
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Backpacking Vietnam Travel and Thailand Travel is more than a trip—it’s a collection of stories, flavors, and friendships. With legendary street food, epic sunsets, and budgets under $35/day, this is freedom on two wheels (or a $1 tuk-tuk ride).
Ready to live it? Let Legend Travel Group handle the details while you chase the horizon. Book your Vietnam Tours or Thailand Tours today—10% deposit, 100% adventure.
By Legend Travel Group — Crafting Unforgettable Journeys Since 2008.
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