Vietnam: A Complete Traveller's Guide — A Journey Beyond the Journey

Vietnam: A Complete Traveller's Guide — A Journey Beyond the Journey

A story-driven, practical Vietnam travel guide covering destinations, culture, food, safety, clothing, budgeting, itineraries and everything you need to travel with confidence.

A Complete Family Traveller's Guide to Vietnam

Vietnam is more than a destination. It is a journey through history, culture, food, landscapes, people, and unforgettable family experiences.

Vietnam — A Journey Beyond the Journey takes you beyond a conventional travel guide by following the fictional Sharma family — Arjun, Priya, Kavya and Rohan — from their home in Leicester to Vietnam and back again.

Their story becomes your practical travel companion.

Whether you are planning your first family trip to Vietnam, travelling as a couple, travelling with children, or simply want a thoughtful guide before you go, this book brings together the essential information you need in one engaging journey.

✈️ WHAT YOU'LL DISCOVER

📖 27 story-driven chapters

Follow the family from the initial decision to travel, planning and packing, through Vietnam's major regions and experiences, all the way to the journey home.

🗺️ Vietnam's must-see destinations

Explore Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Sapa, Huế, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ho Chi Minh City, the Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta and Phu Quoc.

👕 What to wear & how to pack

Understand what clothing and footwear work best for Vietnam's climate, temples, cities, beaches, walking days and family activities.

⚠️ Safety, scams & tourist risks

Learn about common situations tourists may encounter, including transport risks, scams, theft, food and water precautions, crowded areas and other practical safety considerations — together with ways to reduce your risk.

💰 Budget & money guidance

Understand everyday spending, currency, payment methods, budgeting and practical ways to control travel costs.

🍜 Vietnamese food & coffee

Discover the dishes, flavours and food experiences worth seeking out across Vietnam.

🏛️ History, culture & etiquette

Understand Vietnam before you arrive — from ancient history and imperial traditions to the country's modern story, customs and respectful travel practices.

📱 Practical travel essentials

Visas, passports, entry requirements, SIM cards, useful apps, transport, health preparation, insurance and emergency planning.

🧳 Ready-to-use travel tools

Includes practical checklists, essential Vietnamese phrases, budget planning, destination guidance, quick references and sample itineraries.

🗓️ SAMPLE ITINERARIES

The guide includes practical itinerary options for:

7 days • 10 days • 14 days • 18 days • 21 days

So you can adapt the journey to your available time, priorities and travel style.

❤️ WHY THIS GUIDE IS DIFFERENT

Most travel guides simply tell you where to go.

This book helps you understand:

why to go, what to expect, what to prepare, what to watch out for, what to wear, what to eat, what it may cost, and how to travel more confidently.

The story makes the information memorable.

The practical guidance makes it useful.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 PERFECT FOR

• Families planning a Vietnam holiday
• First-time Vietnam travellers
• Couples and independent travellers
• Parents travelling with children
• Travellers who want practical safety guidance
• Readers interested in Vietnamese history and culture
• Anyone looking for an all-in-one Vietnam planning guide

📘 WHAT YOU GET

Vietnam — A Journey Beyond the Journey

54-page full-colour digital eBook

27 story-driven chapters

8 Parts

Practical Traveller Toolkit

Sample itineraries

Packing & pre-departure guidance

Safety and health guidance

Food, culture and etiquette guidance

Budget and money guidance

🌏 YOUR VIETNAM JOURNEY STARTS HERE

Don't just visit Vietnam.

Understand it. Prepare for it. Experience it.

Let the Sharma family's journey help you plan your own.

Vietnam — A Journey Beyond the Journey

Ideas. Knowledge. Inspiration.

VivaS Publications