Book a Vietnam Travel Consultation

Do any of these sound familiar?

• You’re planning your Vietnam travel but feel overwhelmed with where to start.
• You have a rough itinerary but would like some feedback on the best places to visit.
• You’re looking for expert advice on how to get around Vietnam quickly and safely.
• You want to fine-tune your plans and talk with Vietnam experts.

Then let us help you transform your visit into a well-planned reality. Our Vietnam travel consultation service is designed to offer you personalised and insightful travel advice, ensuring your journey is as rich and fulfilling as the country itself.

In addition to our information on this site and in our Facebook community, we are also available for private travel consultations.

These meetings are the perfect opportunity for you to receive 1-on-1, tailored advice with Rosalind and Alan owners and founders of Step Into Vietnam, about your upcoming Vietnam adventure — especially if it’s your first time visiting this fascinating destination.

Book a Private Travel Consultation with Vietnam Experts

What’s included in my Consultation?

Our goal is to ensure that every minute of your Vietnam adventure is as enriching as it is effortless.

During the consultation we will discuss your itinerary and answer any practical questions or concerns you may have about your trip including:

• Fine-tuning your itinerary to ensure you make the most of your time
• What North, Central and Southern Vietnam has to offer
• Discussing the best routes for your trip
• Answering frequently asked questions such as best places to visit, what to pack, currency used, where to stay etc
• Provide suggestions about relevant tours, activities and day trips in each location
• Cultural norms and what to expect
• Offer tips and practical advice

You will also receive (via email) a PDF itinerary review document within 3 days of our discussion with personalised recommendations and suggestions discussed during the call.

Why Choose Our Vietnam Travel Consultation?

Our love affair with Vietnam runs deep. Having spent considerable time traversing from the misty mountains of Sapa to the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, we’ve gathered a treasure trove of knowledge. We offer personal travel advice that guidebooks often miss.

We have been told that our advice has saved people significant money as our knowledge ensures that your itinerary is created in the most logical way, avoiding where possible any doubling back.

What Do I Need to Do to Prepare?

To make the most of your consultation, we suggest you come prepared with a basic list of the places you would like to visit. If you have a rough itinerary, you’re welcome to email it through at least 24 hours before our call.

We don’t require you to come prepared, however, the more organised you are, the more you’re likely to get out of our session.

What Can I Ask?

Nothing is off limits — we’re here to help!

You might want to know about:

• Top attractions in certain areas
• The best places to do a certain activities
• Hidden gems
• Recommended markets and local food experiences
• Buying goods and how to negotiate a fair price
• How long you should spend in each area
• Accommodation recommendations
• The best forms of transport
• The best time to travel
• What to pack for your visit
• Internet access and money exchange
• Booking activities and accommodation — how far in advance should I book?
• Budgeting advice  
• Visa requirements

Though we can’t guarantee we’ll know all the answers, we are experts in Vietnam travel and have broad general knowledge.

If there’s anything we’re unsure of, we’ll be honest and will do our best to help point you in the right direction.

How to book the Vietnam Travel Consultation?

Private consultations are charged at a rate of USD110/hour.

Payment is required in advance of your booking and is charged by credit card.

Step 1 – Book a 60* minute itinerary consultation & review session to discuss your Vietnam itinerary with us at a time that suits you using the calendar below. Time displayed will be in your timezone.

Once you have selected a date and time you will be taken to a payments page.

*60 minutes is enough to cover a 2-week trip – if you plan to visit Vietnam for longer you will need to purchase additional sessions.

Step 2 – You will receive a confirmation email and Zoom link for the session.

Step 3 – You will receive a reminder email 24 hours prior to the session.

Step 4 – We meet via Zoom and chat through your proposed itinerary.

Please ensure you have a stable internet connection and that you have granted Zoom access to your microphone before our session.

Step 5 – Within 3 days of the call we will email a PDF with any personalised recommendations made during the consultation.

Looking for a cheaper option? Download our Vietnam Travel Planner. It’s full of useful information on how to plan the perfect itinerary

What is not included?

We do not include any booking services. We are not travel agents and therefore cannot make any bookings on your behalf.

We will however provide you with a list of suggested accommodation, tours, and services that we recommend.

Should you need any further advice during your trip, you can reach out with any questions about your itinerary or for further recommendations. We’ll do our best to respond promptly, offering support to the best of our ability, but immediate responses can’t be guaranteed.

Terms and Conditions

Payment Terms:

Payment for your Vietnam Travel Consultation is required in full at time of booking.

Do you offer refunds?

Please note we do not offer refunds.

What happens if I need to change the date or time of the scheduled booking?

If you are unable to attend on the planned date and advise at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled consultation time we will work with you to reschedule at a later date.

Changes requested within 24 hours of the scheduled consultation are not possible and no refund will be offered.

Need more information? Feel free to contact us.