Travel Vietnam completely solo but never feel alone! Discover the must-have apps + exclusive solo traveler tours by Legend Travel Group – only 10% deposit, meet like-minded adventurers, and explore with total peace of mind.
One tap and you’re exploring – Vietnam solo travel made easy (Source: Internet)Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience guiding more than 100,000 travelers across Southeast Asia. This guide is crafted from real solo traveler feedback collected by Legend Travel Group – the #1 tour operator for solo travelers in Vietnam and Cambodia since 2008.
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ravel solo, but never alone – your new friends are waiting (Source: Internet)Vietnam is one of the safest, most welcoming, and most affordable destinations for solo travelers in the world. From the buzzing streets of Hanoi to the lantern-lit magic of Hoi An and the mighty Mekong Delta, every corner is designed for independent exploration – but with the right apps and a smart tour, you’ll never actually travel alone.
Legend Travel Group has been creating life-changing Vietnam Tours for solo travelers since 2008. Every week, hundreds of independent adventurers join our small-group departures (average 8–12 people, all solo travelers just like you). Only 10% deposit required – pay the rest 30 days before departure and keep complete peace of mind.
Grab – Your lifeline for safe, cheap rides (motorbike & car)
Be – Vietnam’s newest ride-hailing app – often cheaper than Grab
Zalo – The Vietnamese WhatsApp – essential for contacting hostels, drivers, and new friends
Google Translate + Vietnamese Keyboard – Offline mode saves lives in rural areas
Maps.me – Best offline maps with hostel & street-food pins
12Go Asia – Book buses, trains, ferries in seconds
Klook – Instant tickets for Ha Long Bay cruises, Cu Chi Tunnels, etc.
Vietnam Railways App – Official train tickets (reunification express)
XE Currency – Real-time exchange rates (never get ripped off)
Legend Travel Group App (coming Q4 2026) – Exclusive in-app booking, live chat with your tour leader, and instant meet-ups with other solo travelers
10% deposit = 100% peace of mind (Source: Internet)All tours include airport/train station pick-up, English-speaking leader, and fellow solo travelers from around the world:
|
Tour Name |
Duration |
Highlights |
Starts From |
Solo Price (2026) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Vietnam Solo Discovery |
10 days |
Hanoi → Ha Long → Hue → Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh |
Hanoi |
$799 |
|
Vietnam & Angkor Solo Adventure |
12 days |
+ Siem Reap temples – no single supplement |
Hanoi |
$999 |
|
Northern Vietnam Solo Explorer |
7 days |
Sapa trekking + Ha Long Bay cruise |
Hanoi |
$549 |
|
Central & South Vietnam Solo Trip |
9 days |
Hoi An → Nha Trang → Mui Ne → Mekong Delta |
Da Nang |
$699 |
|
Full Moon Vietnam Solo Journey |
15 days |
Complete country + Phu Quoc island finale |
Hanoi |
$1,299 |
Only 10% deposit required – cancel free up to 45 days before departure.
Step-by-step plan used by thousands of Legend Travel Group solo travelers:
Fly into Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City
Use Grab to reach your social hostel (we send exact pick-up instructions)
Spend 1–2 nights enjoying free hostel activities meet your future travel buddies
Join your Legend Travel Group tour directly from the hostel – no stressful planning needed
Use apps for free time: Grab for street food, Klook for day trips, Zalo to stay in touch with new friends
Finish the tour with lifelong memories and a full phone of contacts!
Safe, stunning, and social – the Vietnam solo dream (Source: Internet)Always use Grab/Be instead of street taxis – safer and fair pricing
Say “Cảm ơn” (thank you) after every ride – drivers love it
Use ZaloPay or Momo for cashless payments at markets (safer than cash)
Ask permission before photographing street vendors
Remove shoes when entering homestays or temples (most apps will remind you!)
Power bank (Vietnam has 220V, type A/C/G plugs)
Waterproof phone case (motorbike rain is real!)
Portable Wi-Fi or local SIM (Viettel 4G is fastest)
Lightweight day-pack for apps, passport copy, and rain jacket
Reusable metal straw chopsticks – eco bonus points!
Where solo travelers become instant family (Source: Internet)Social hostel dorm: $8–$15
Private room (if needed): $25–$40
Street food (via apps): $2–$5
Grab rides: $1–$4 per trip
Legend Travel Group tour daily cost: from $80 (all inclusive)
Total daily budget: $35–$80 – incredible value for a fully connected solo adventure!
Download all apps before arrival (airport Wi-Fi is slow)
Save offline maps for Hanoi Old Quarter Hoi An Ancient Town
Join hostel WhatsApp/Zalo groups instantly
Book your Legend Travel Group tour within 48 hours of landing for best availability
Use “Add Stop” on Grab to combine errands (e.g., ATM → SIM card → hostel)
Memories you can’t be made alone – join us! (Source: Internet)Q: Is Vietnam safe for first-time solo travelers?
A: Extremely safe! Ranked safer than most European cities for solo females and males alike.
Q: Will I be the only solo traveler on the tour?
A: Never – 95% of Legend Travel Group guests travel solo. You’ll have instant friends!
Q: Can I extend my trip after the tour?
A: Yes! We help you book extra nights or onward travel – just ask your leader.
Q: Do I need to speak Vietnamese?
A: Not at all – English is widely spoken in tourist areas, and our apps do the rest.
Every booking plants 10 trees, supports local homestays, and removes 1 kg of plastic from beaches, and uses only eco-certified partners.
Book your hostel → download the apps → meet us at the Legend Travel Group desk → start the adventure of a lifetime!
Contact us 24/7:
WhatsApp: +84 825 862 222
Email: sales@legendtravelgroup.com
Website: https://www.legendtravelgroup.com
By Legend Travel Group – Creating Lifelong Friendships for Solo Travelers Since 2008
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