Vietnam Transportation

Although transportation in Vietnam is said to be rather chaotic and busy by some travelers, hoping that the above sayings will not prevent you from deciding to visit Vietnam where you can experience a number of different things from other continents, even those who come from Asia. One of the necessary tips for you – a foreigner - to travel in Vietnam, especially in biggest cities like Hanoi and Hochiminh City, is asking the public drivers as they are very familiar to the transportation in Vietnam and will always be available to help you deal with this. The public transportation is also available every where with very good rate.

There are many ways to reach Vietnam, such as by airline, by routes or even though by taking a cruise on boats passing the sea. Commonly, the majority of foreign visitors come to Vietnam by air through one of the three International Airports, ranging from North to South: Noi Bai Airport (Hanoi), Danang Airport (Danang city) and Tan Son Nhat Aiprort (Hochiminh City).

During your precious time in Vietnam, surely you do not want to miss the chance to experience some means of transportation – some of which can be found only in Vietnam country. Actually, you are familiar with some modern vehicles like sky-trains and undergrounds in your own country, aren’t you? Coming to Vietnam, you do not have opportunity to catch your favorite and modern vehicles like that as usual, but surely you will be compensated by some strange and unique means of transportation.

Imagine that you are staying in Vietnam and want to take a tour around Hanoi capital. How do you getting around? “Cyclo” is the best choice for you because of its convenience and reasonable cost (about 3 – 5 USD for a short tour).  “Cyclo” in Hanoi is a simple vehicle with three wheels which you would like to explore. Surely, walking along Hanoi Old Quarter, you will be fascinated by the long line of “cyclo” carrying foreign travelers. Temporarily leaving Hanoi and coming to the highland city of flowers Dalat, you will catch one different means of transportation: “xe ngua” (a chariot). Have you ever heard of this special mean of transportation which exploits the horse power? For a long time, it has been considered as the typical and indispensable vehicle to help you 2 persons for getting around the beauty spots and enjoying the wonderful sightseeing of Dalat City. For those who come to Dalat, they say that they will never miss the chance to travel around by this kind of transportation.

To summarize, it can be said that transportation in Vietnam is a big issue but it would become a small thing if travelers master the above information. So, please keep vital information on Vietnam transportation in your Guide note and ready for your unforgettable time in a beautiful country of Vietnam!