There is something about standing on the beaches of Kovalam or Varkala and thinking, what comes next? Kerala is beautiful, no argument there. But if your heart has been quietly pulling you toward something further, something that feels genuinely foreign and exciting, Vietnam deserves serious attention. This is not just another tick on a travel list. A Vietnam tour package from Kerala puts you inside a country that somehow balances chaotic street markets with jaw-dropping natural scenery, ancient temples with rooftop bars, and deep cultural history with coastlines that go on for miles.

Vietnam's beaches at Da Nang and Phu Quoc are the kind of places where you actually switch off. The hill stations in Sapa and Da Lat have a cool mist about them that feels nothing like the familiar ghats back home. The street food culture is obsessive: pho, banh mi, fresh spring rolls, and Vietnamese coffee so thick and strong that one cup rewires your morning. Nightlife in Ho Chi Minh City genuinely surprises people.

Viacation’s Vietnam tour packages start at just ₹35,000 per person, with limited-time discounts available up to 10000 on selected packages. 75% of Slots are already filled, so if Vietnam is on your mind, this is the right time to book. Here are some of our best-selling packages. To know more, click on it

1. Vietnam Iconic Journey: Da nang & Ho Chi Minh City
2. Discover Hanoi & Halong Bay | 5 Days with an Overnight Cruise
3. Vietnam Iconic Circuit | Caves Cruises & Lantern Streets
4. Complete Vietnam City Tour | Hanoi, Ninh Binh, and Halong Bay Day Cruise
5. Classic Vietnam Journey | Cu Chi, Mekong & Phu Quoc

Why Book Viacation's Vietnam Tour Package from Kerala?

“Neha Varghese” – Great experience overall. Hotels were nice, transport was on time, and pricing was clear. Didn’t feel overcharged at any point.

1. Customised Vietnam Itineraries: Solo traveller who wants flexibility? There is a plan for that. Family with kids looking for a mix of culture and beaches? That exists too. Honeymooners who want private transfers and boutique stays? Absolutely. Travel duration is flexible, starting from 5 nights and going up to 12 nights, and destinations within Vietnam can be swapped based on what matters most to you.
2. All-Inclusive and Hassle-Free Experience: Flights, hotel stays, airport transfers, sightseeing with guides, and visa assistance all come under one roof. You are not scrambling across five different apps and three WhatsApp groups to figure out if your transport is sorted. Everything is confirmed before you leave Kerala.
3. Kerala-Specific Travel Convenience: Most Vietnam tour packages from Kerala depart from Cochin International Airport (COK) or Trivandrum International Airport (TRV), with connecting flights through Bangalore, Chennai, or Colombo. Viacation plans around these departure points from the beginning, no forcing Kerala travellers to reroute through inconvenient hubs. For first-time international travellers, every step from airport check-in to Hanoi landing is briefed and supported.
4. Best Price Guarantee: No hidden charges tucked into the fine print. Budget stays at premium resorts; the choice is yours with clear pricing upfront. The team also watches for flight fare drops and passes the savings on before confirming your booking.
5. Expert Travel Support: The support team is reachable around the clock. If something goes sideways at a Vietnamese checkpoint or your connecting flight gets delayed, you are not on hold with a call centre. You get someone who actually knows your itinerary and can fix it fast.

Discover the Finest Hill Stations in Vietnam

Generally, Vietnam is famous for its amazing beaches and cities. But the country's highlands are also genuinely stunning. Cool-weathered and very different from anything most Indian travellers expect. Here are five hill stations that are worth building your itinerary around.

1. Ba Na Hills

The distance between Ba Na Hills and Da Nang city is about 30 km. It is at an altitude of around 1,487 metres. This is where you find the famous Golden Bridge held up by giant stone hands. The kind of spot that looks surreal in photos and even more so in person. The French Village at the top gives the whole place a strange European atmosphere. The cable car ride up is one of the longest single-wire cable car systems in the world, making it a highlight in a Vietnam tour package from Kerala.

1. Best Time to Visit: March to August, when skies above the clouds are clearest
2. Travel Tip: Arrive early, before 9 AM, to avoid crowds at the Golden Bridge and get better photos without fifty people in the frame

2. Sapa

Sapa is in the Lao Cai Province of northwestern Vietnam, about 350 km from Hanoi. Altitude here sits around 1,500 metres, and on clear days. You can see Fansipan, Vietnam's highest peak, at 3,143 metres. The rice terraces carved into the hillsides are the kind of view that stays with you. Ethnic minority villages like Ta Van and Lao Chai are within walking distance and give a real glimpse into hill tribe culture.

1. Best Time to Visit: September to November for the harvest season, when the terraces turn golden, or March to May for the flowering valleys
2. Travel Tip: Before booking a Vietnam tour package from Kerala, pack a light jacket even in summer. Sapa mornings are cold, and the weather shifts fast

3. Da Lat

Da Lat is called the "City of Eternal Spring." Because of the strawberry farms, flower gardens, French colonial villas, and waterfalls are within easy reach. It also has a strong cafe culture and some excellent Vietnamese cuisine specific to the region. Less touristy than Sapa in terms of crowds, but just as scenic.

1. Best Time to Visit: November to March for the driest and most pleasant weather
2. Travel Tip: Rent a motorbike for a day and ride to Datanla Falls and Elephant Falls, both of which are within 15 km from the city centre

4. Moc Chau

Moc Chau is about 180 km from Hanoi on the road to Son La. It is still relatively off the standard tourist trail, which makes it feel more real. The hill station is famous for its tea plantations, plum blossom fields, and sunflower fields. It is best to drive up from Hanoi to enjoy its scenic mountain roads and valleys.

1. Best Time to Visit: February for plum blossoms or September for sunflowers and green tea harvest
2. Travel Tip: Moc Chau is best visited as a 2-night stay. Day trips from Hanoi exist, but are rushed and tiring

5. Bach Ma National Park

Bach Ma sits in Thua Thien-Hue Province, roughly 40 km from Hue city. It was originally a French hill resort in the colonial era. It starts through the jungle, leading to waterfalls, rare bird species, and a summit view that covers the coastline and mountains simultaneously. It is best for people who enjoy hiking over sightseeing

1. Best Time to Visit: December to April, when cloud cover clears, and trails are dry enough for comfortable hiking
2. Travel Tip: Hire a local guide from the park entrance. The trails are not always clearly marked, and a good guide will show you bird species and viewpoints that most visitors miss entirely

Top Indian Restaurants to Experience on Your Vietnam Trip

When we book a Vietnam tour package from Kerala, the biggest question that comes to mind is whether there is any Indian food available in Vietnam. The good news is that Vietnam's major cities, especially Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, have a solid selection of Indian restaurants that give you options for everything from butter chicken cravings to Jain dietary requirements. Vegetarian, vegan, and halal options are genuinely available and easy to find.

1. Baba's Kitchen Indian Restaurant, Bui Vien: Located on the famous Bui Vien Walking Street in Ho Chi Minh City, Baba's Kitchen is practically a landmark for Indian travellers. The menu runs long: dal makhani, paneer dishes, biriyani, and several Kerala-style options that will genuinely feel familiar. Prices are fair, the portions are generous, and it stays open late, which is useful on Bui Vien.

2. Tanishq Indian Vegetarian Restaurant: A purely vegetarian restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City that takes its menu seriously. Jain options are clearly marked. South Indian items like dosa and idli are available alongside North Indian curries and thali plates. For Kerala travellers specifically, finding coconut-based dishes here is a welcome surprise.

3. MAAZI Old Quarter: Situated in Hanoi's Old Quarter, MAAZI is one of the better-regarded Indian restaurants in the north. The ambience is calm, the service is attentive, and the food holds up. Tandoori items and slow-cooked curries are the strong suits here. Good spot for a proper sit-down dinner after a day of sightseeing.

4. Shri Natraj Indian Cuisine: Another well-known name in Ho Chi Minh City, Shri Natraj caters to a wide range of Indian dietary preferences, including North Indian, South Indian, and Jain meals. It is a reliable fallback when you need something predictable and comforting after an adventurous day of local food.

5. Chandni Chowk Indian Restaurant: Named after Delhi's famous market, this restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City brings street-style Indian food to Vietnam. Chaat, chaats, pav bhaji, and Delhi-style curries make up most of the menu. It is casual, affordable, and the kind of place you stumble into and end up staying for two hours.

Types of Food Available

North Indian and South Indian dishes are both available across these restaurants. Vegetarian and vegan options are clearly listed at most of them. Kerala travellers will find coconut curries, rice-based dishes, and spice levels closer to home in several spots.

Why This Matters for Kerala Travellers

Kerala food is distinct, and adjusting to an entirely different cuisine for 7 to 10 days can quietly wear you out. Having Indian restaurant options in the cities gives you a reset without forcing you to give up on trying Vietnamese food altogether. The ideal approach is mixing both Vietnamese street food during the day and an Indian dinner every two or three nights.

Tips for Travellers

1. Save the Google Maps pins of these restaurants before you land; not everything works smoothly with data roaming at first.
2. Try Vietnamese food first in each city before defaulting to Indian.
3. And do not skip Vietnamese cuisine entirely; pho, banh xeo, and fresh spring rolls are things you will regret missing.

How to Reach Vietnam from Kerala

Let's see how to reach Vietnam from Kerala. We will cover the departure to arrival and all the important details

By Air:

1. Departure Airports: Cochin International Airport (COK) or Trivandrum International Airport (TRV)
2. Arrival Airports: Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi (HAN) or Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
3. Flight Type: One-stop connecting flights, no direct flights currently operate from Kerala to Vietnam
4. Layover Cities: Bangalore (BLR), Chennai (MAA), Colombo (CMB), Kuala Lumpur (KUL), or Singapore (SIN)
5. Airlines Operating: IndiGo, Air India, SriLankan Airlines, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines
6. Approx. Flight Duration: 8 to 12 hours, including layover time
7. Ticket Price: ₹20,000 to ₹45,000 round trip, depending on season and airline
8. Recommended Route: COK to BLR to HAN via IndiGo and Vietnam Airlines, or TRV to CMB to SGN via SriLankan Airlines

Types of Vietnam Visa for Indians

Indian passport holders can apply for a 30-day single-entry e-visa online for approximately ₹1,700. Visa on arrival is available using a pre-approved letter arranged before departure, costing ₹1,200 to ₹2,000 plus airport stamping fees. Embassy visa applications are also possible for those who prefer a traditional process.

Documents Required for a Vietnam Visa

1. For E-Visa:

1. Valid passport with a minimum of 6 months' validity
2. Passport-sized photograph (white background)
3. Completed online application on Vietnam's official e-visa portal
4. Payment of e-visa fee (approximately ₹1,700)

2. For Visa on Arrival:

1. Pre-approval letter from a licensed Vietnamese travel agent
2. Two passport photos
3. ₹1,200 to ₹2,000 in cash for stamping fee at the airport
4. Valid passport

3. For Embassy Visa:

1. Completed visa application form
2. Valid passport with blank pages
3. Passport photos
4. Bank statement for the last 3 months
5. Confirmed flight and hotel bookings
6. Processing takes 5 to 7 working days

Vietnam Visa: Important Rules and Tips

Always check your visa validity dates carefully. Overstaying, even by one day, results in fines at the airport. Keep both a digital and printed copy of your visa approval. If you plan to visit multiple cities across a longer trip, check whether a multiple-entry visa suits your itinerary better than a single-entry one.