Author's Note
Note

Best of Vietnam
Regional Attractions Guide
Vietnam: Must-dos
Vietnamese food list
Vietnam Shopping List
Supermarket/Convenience Store Shopping List

[Vietnam Recommended Itinerary]

Course 1 Southern Vietnam + Mekong Delta 4 Nights 5 Days
Course 2 Dalat + Mui Ne + Nha Trang (Nha Trang) 6 nights 7 days
Course 3 Northern Vietnam + Ha Long Bay 5 Nights 6 Days
Course 4 Central Vietnam 5 Nights 6 Days
Course 5: 9 Nights and 10 Days Tour of Northern Vietnam
Course 6 Vietnam Essentials 10 Nights 11 Days
Course 7 18 Nights and 19 Days in Vietnam
Local prices in Vietnam

[Vietnam in Action]

Vietnam information at a glance
Vietnam Entry and Exit Information
Local transportation information in Vietnam
Traffic information in Vietnam
Knowing the street names reveals Vietnam's history.
Vietnamese food

[Southern Vietnam]

Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon)
Mito
Binlong
Canter
Zhou Dok
Phu Quoc
Mui Ne
Nha Trang
Dalat

Central Vietnam

Hoi An
Misun
Da Nang
After (Fae)
Dongha & Demilitarized Zone

[Northern Vietnam]

Hanoi
Ninh Binh (Ningbing)
Ha Long City
Ha Long Bay
Cat Ba Island
Haiphong
Lao Cai
Sapa (Sapa)
mint

Preparing for a trip to Vietnam
Vietnam Overview
Vietnamese Travel Conversation
Index

[Travel Plus]

Travel Agencies & Tours in Ho Chi Minh City
Cao Dai
Must-Try Specialty Dishes in Mito
Mekong Delta Tour
Nha Trang Boat Tour with Party
Thap Cham-Dalat Railway
Cheerful old man, Easy Rider
Taste Hoi An's specialty dishes
Kingdom of Champa
Mi Quang, a representative rice noodle dish of the central and southern regions
Special dishes prepared with sincerity
Nguyen Dynasty
Visiting the DMZ from Dongha
Travel Agencies & Tours in Hanoi
Main street names in Hanoi's Old Quarter
Hanoi specialties
Bia Hoi (beer)
Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre
Ninh Binh 1-Day Tour from Hanoi
Halong Bay Boat Tour
Banh Da Cua, Hai Phong's famous rice noodle dish

Comprehensive travel information for 26 cities in southern, central, and northern Vietnam.
New Phu Quoc itinerary reflecting Vietnam's latest travel trends for 2025-2026
Suggestions for the best Vietnam travel courses by schedule, region, and theme
Includes 58 detailed maps and transportation information for each Vietnamese city, including Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, and Hanoi.
Must-Try Vietnamese Foods: Pho, Banh Xeo, Bun Cha, and More
Travel Conversation in One Book! Includes useful Vietnamese travel phrases for locals.
All attractions are equipped with Korean, English, and Vietnamese language signs, enhancing practicality even on-site.

Vietnam continues to be a popular Southeast Asian travel destination for Koreans thanks to its beautiful natural scenery, relatively short flight times, and reasonable travel costs.
However, there are also some challenging factors for travelers, such as the hot climate, motorcycles filling the roads, and suffocating alleyways.
That is why 『Friends Vietnam 25-26』 is even more necessary.
If you plan your itinerary according to the course recommended in this book, eat at verified restaurants, end the day at a bar with a local feel, and stay at a hotel with good value, the vague worries you had before your trip will disappear, and you'll soon find yourself truly enjoying Vietnam.

1.
Vietnam's latest travel trends at a glance!
『Friends Vietnam 25~26』 fully updates information on the most popular attractions, restaurants, and accommodations, reflecting the latest travel trends in Vietnam.
The author personally visited Vietnam to conduct on-site reporting on new regions, including Phu Quoc, for the revision work.
Thanks to this, this revised edition is full of the most up-to-date information on Vietnam.
Phu Quoc, selected by Singaporean news channel CNA as one of the 'must-visit destinations in 2025', is currently attracting attention as the hottest travel destination in Vietnam, and vivid information about it is also included in the article.
By quickly reflecting the rapidly changing operating hours and admission fees of tourist attractions, as well as information on new attractions and local hot spots, we have completed a more accurate and vivid travel guide.

2.
Customized course suggestions tailored to the traveler's schedule and purpose
Because Vietnam is a long country stretching from north to south, there are significant cultural differences and unique attractions in each region.
Taking this into account, 『Friends Vietnam 25~26』 proposes customized courses that fit the traveler's schedule and purpose, segmented by region, schedule, and theme.
We offer a variety of itineraries, from 4 nights and 5 days to 18 nights and 19 days, including core courses such as the Northern Course centered around Hanoi and Ha Long Bay, the Central Course centered around Da Nang and Hoi An, and the Southern Course encompassing Ho Chi Minh City, the Mekong Delta, and Phu Quoc.
This will also be a useful guide for those planning long-term travel, especially since visa-free stays of up to 45 days are now possible.

3.
Includes detailed maps of all of Vietnam
『Friends Vietnam 25-26』 includes detailed maps of all of Vietnam that are difficult to find even in Vietnam.
The author, who has lived in Southeast Asia for more than half of the year and is a Vietnam expert comparable to a local guide, has personally confirmed the latest information on the ground.
For major cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, we've included several detailed maps divided into districts, along with conceptual maps of historical sites and efficient routes.
We've also organized major attractions, accommodations, restaurants, and transportation information in a clear and easy-to-understand manner.
All the information presented in the text is displayed on a map, so you can use it quickly and easily even in Vietnam.

4.
Completely mastering Vietnamese cuisine, one of Asia's top three culinary nations.
I didn't miss out on the pleasures of a culinary tour of Vietnam.
We introduced a variety of foods that can only be found in the area, such as rice noodles, banh mi, and bun cha, which are the most popular dishes among travelers, as well as local dishes such as lau, bun cha ka, mi quang, and banh xeo.
It provides detailed information on the exact name, ingredients, and cooking method of each dish, making it an excellent gourmet guide that can also be used at local restaurants.

5.
Triple-language Korean, English, and Vietnamese for a more perfect trip
To reduce the language barrier for travelers, all attractions, restaurants, and accommodations featured in the book are listed in Korean, English, and Vietnamese.
It can be useful when explaining your destination to a taxi driver or choosing a menu at a restaurant, and it also includes Vietnamese travel phrases that can be used in various situations, so you can better prepare for your trip to Vietnam.

6.
Full of useful information for a more enriching trip
The text is filled with valuable information that will enrich your trip.
The Travel Plus corner introduces the historical background, special experiences, and culinary information of each region, and also provides detailed information on Phu Quoc tour tips and hidden gems.
We have included all the information that travelers are curious about, such as 'Nha Trang Boat Tour', 'Easy Rider', 'Da Nang-Hoi An Transportation Guide', and 'DMZ Travel Guide', and have selected only the information that is essential from a traveler's perspective.