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Australian-based Vietnam specialists
Limestone karsts rising from the emerald water of Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

Honest advice for your Vietnam adventure

The Vietnam you dreamed of — made simple.

From the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay to the lantern-lit lanes of Hoi An, get honest, local advice on where to go, when to visit and what's worth your time — from someone who knows Vietnam like home.

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Why travellers choose us

A travel company that feels like family

Travel Viet is small on purpose. You won't be passed between call centres or handed a cookie-cutter package — you'll plan your journey directly with someone who has walked these roads.

Vietnamese roots, local service

Born of Vietnam and based in Melbourne, we pair genuine on-the-ground knowledge with the comfort of a consultant you can call, email or meet in Sunshine North.

Tailor-made, never off-the-shelf

No two travellers want the same trip. Every journey is shaped around your pace, your budget and the moments that matter most to you — down to the smallest detail.

Looked after, start to finish

From the first idea to the moment you land home, one person handles everything — flights, stays, transfers and the little surprises that make a trip unforgettable.

Stephanie's recommendations

Where to go in Vietnam

There's so much more to Vietnam than Ha Long Bay and Hoi An. From Saigon's history to the island resorts of Phu Quoc, these are the places Stephanie points travellers to most — tell her what you love and she'll help you decide.

Ha Long Bay seascape at golden hour Northern Vietnam
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Hanoi, Ha Long & Sapa

Loveliest October–April

The classic north: Hanoi's buzzing old quarter, an overnight cruise through Ha Long's limestone karsts, and the misty rice terraces of Sapa.

  • Stay overnight on a Ha Long Bay cruise
  • Trek the terraces of Muong Hoa Valley
  • Eat your way through Hanoi after dark
Stephanie's pick Ask about the north
Lantern-lit street in Hoi An Ancient Town Central Vietnam
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Hue, Hoi An & Da Nang

Loveliest February–August

Vietnam's storied centre: imperial Hue, the tailor shops and lanterns of Hoi An, and Da Nang's long beaches — all within an easy drive.

  • Take a Hoi An cooking or lantern class
  • Explore Hue's Imperial Citadel
  • Unwind on the beaches of Da Nang
Stephanie's pick Ask about the centre
Ho Chi Minh City skyline lit up at night over the Saigon River Southern Vietnam
HistoryFoodCity

Saigon & the Mekong

Great year-round

Vietnam's electric south: the history and street-food energy of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), the Cu Chi tunnels, and slow boat life on the Mekong Delta.

  • Trace Saigon's history at the Reunification Palace
  • Crawl the wartime Cu Chi tunnels
  • Drift a Mekong Delta floating market
Stephanie's pick Ask about the south
Turquoise bay and tropical coastline on Phu Quoc island, Vietnam Islands & coast
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Phu Quoc, Mui Ne & the resorts

Sunshine year-round

The beach side of Vietnam — Phu Quoc's island resorts, the kite-surf dunes of Mui Ne and the bays of Nha Trang. Made for honeymoons and family escapes.

  • Unwind at a five-star Phu Quoc beach resort
  • Ride the red & white dunes of Mui Ne
  • Island-hop and snorkel off Nha Trang
Stephanie's pick Ask about resorts

Looking for something else?

Wherever you're curious about, Stephanie can help. Tell her what you're into

More of Vietnam Stephanie loves
SapaNinh BinhPhong Nha cavesDa Lat highlandsMui NePhu QuocNha TrangCon DaoMekong Delta

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Where we'll take you

Two icons, and everything in between

Sunset over Ha Long Bay with traditional junk boats
Aerial view of Ha Long Bay islands

Ha Long Bay & the north

Almost two thousand limestone islands rise from jade-green water — a seascape so otherworldly it feels painted. Cruise it overnight on a private junk, kayak hidden lagoons, then head inland to Hanoi's old quarter and Sapa's terraced highlands.

Best Oct–AprOvernight cruisesSapa trekking
Plan a northern journey
Woman holding glowing lanterns in Hoi An
Yellow heritage houses on a Hoi An street

Hoi An & the centre

After dark, Hoi An's ancient town glows with thousands of silk lanterns reflected in the river. By day it's tailors, riverside cafés and some of the country's best food — with imperial Hue and the beaches of Da Nang a short hop away.

Best Feb–AugLantern nightsCooking classes
Plan a central journey
Stephanie Tran, Travel Viet

"Tell me what you dream of — I'll handle the rest."

— Stephanie Tran

Meet your Vietnam expert

One person who knows Vietnam — and knows you

Travel Viet is led by Stephanie Tran (Linh), who has spent years helping Australian travellers discover Vietnam the way locals do. When you reach out, you deal with Stephanie directly — no scripts, no call centres, just honest advice from someone who treats your trip like her own.

She'll happily talk through where to go and what's worth your time — and, if you'd like a hand, help arrange the flights, stays and transfers so the details look after themselves.

  • Genuine, on-the-ground Vietnam knowledge
  • Trusted local guides, drivers & hotel partners
  • Support in English & Vietnamese, before and during your trip
  • Help with Vietnam visa & passport paperwork
  • Extra checked-baggage allowance, arranged for you
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Stephanie Tran
Manager · Travel Viet

Kind words

Travellers who came home glowing

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"Stephanie's advice shaped our whole two weeks in Vietnam. The Ha Long cruise and the Hoi An cooking class were highlights — we never once felt lost or rushed."
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Linda & PeterMelbourne, VIC
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"We travelled with two kids and were nervous. Stephanie pointed us to the right places — beach days with just enough culture. Honestly the easiest holiday we've planned."
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The Nguyen familySunshine, VIC
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"Having one person to call who actually knows Vietnam made all the difference. Everything ran on time and the local guides were wonderful. We'll be back."
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Rachel M.Geelong, VIC

From Stephanie's journal

Vietnam guides & travel tips

Honest, practical advice from someone who knows the country — when to go, what to skip, and the little things that make a trip.

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Free advice — no pressure

Let's plan your Vietnam

Tell Stephanie a little about the trip you have in mind. She'll be in touch within one business day with honest, local advice on where to go and how to make the most of it.

  • 1Tell Stephanie where you'd love to go
  • 2She shares honest, local recommendations
  • 3Shape your plan together, at your pace
  • 4Travel with confidence — she's a call away

Stephanie can also sort your Vietnam visa & passport paperwork and extra baggage allowance — just ask.

Ask Stephanie for advice

No obligation — just a friendly conversation about where you'd like to go.

We'll only use your details to help plan your trip. Prefer to talk? Call 0413 291 200.

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Stephanie will be in touch within one business day. In the meantime, feel free to call 0413 291 200 if you'd like to chat sooner.

Good to know

Questions, answered

Still wondering about something? Call Stephanie on 0413 291 200 — she's happy to help.

It starts with a free, no-obligation chat about where you'd like to go. Stephanie shares honest advice on the best regions, timing and things to do for you — then, if you'd like, she can help arrange the flights, stays and transfers to bring it together. Throughout your trip, you've always got her to call.
No — we're not a package-tour seller. Stephanie's strength is honest, personal advice: where to go, when to visit and what's worth your time. The regions on this page are starting points to spark ideas, shaped entirely around your interests, pace and the people you're travelling with.
The advice itself is free — just reach out and ask. Your overall trip cost depends on the choices you make: the style of hotels, how you get around and the season you travel. If you'd like, Stephanie can help arrange flights and accommodation and will always be upfront about what things cost.
Vietnam is long, so the weather varies by region. Broadly, the north (Hanoi, Ha Long, Sapa) is loveliest from October to April, while the centre (Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang) shines from February to August. Stephanie will help you match your dates to the best regions to visit.
Yes. Once you know where you'd like to go, Stephanie can help arrange flights, hotels and transfers so everything connects smoothly. Prefer to book some of it yourself or use points? That's completely fine too — she'll work around whatever suits you.
Yes — Stephanie can help with Vietnam visa applications and passport paperwork as part of planning your trip, so it's one less thing to worry about. Just ask when you get in touch and she'll guide you through what you need.
Absolutely. Travelling home with gifts and shopping? Stephanie can arrange extra checked-baggage allowance (additional kilos) with your airline, usually cheaper when booked ahead than at the airport. Just let her know how much you think you'll need.
We're at 360 Ballarat Road, Sunshine North, VIC 3020, open Monday to Friday 10–5:30 and Saturday 10–3. You're very welcome to drop in for a coffee and a chat, or we can plan everything by phone and email if that's easier.