Luxury Travel Guide: Hcmc

Accommodation

$150-400 per night

5-star hotels, luxury boutique properties, upscale resorts with premium amenities and services

Food & Dining

$60-150 per day

Fine dining restaurants, hotel restaurants, rooftop bars, premium food tours, high-end local cuisine

Transportation

$40-120 per day

Private car with driver, premium airport transfers, first-class train tickets, helicopter transfers

Activities

$80-250 per day

Private guided tours, exclusive experiences, premium spa treatments, luxury river cruises, VIP access

Eat at local street food stalls and markets instead of tourist restaurants - typically 60-80% cheaper with authentic flavors

Use public buses and walk when possible instead of taxis - can save 70-85% on daily transport costs

Stay in Districts 3, 5, or 10 instead of the city tourist area - accommodation typically 40-60% cheaper

Book tours directly with local operators rather than through hotels - usually 30-50% less expensive

Shop at local markets like Ben Thanh early morning for better prices - vendors often give 20-40% discounts

Drink local coffee at sidewalk cafes instead of international chains - typically 3-5 times cheaper

Use ride-sharing apps during off-peak hours to avoid surge pricing - can save 25-50% on transport

Taking taxis everywhere instead of learning the bus system - can triple your daily transport costs unnecessarily

Eating only in the city tourist zone - food prices typically 100-200% higher than local neighborhoods

Booking last-minute accommodation during peak season - can pay 50-100% more than advance bookings

Buying souvenirs at tourist attractions instead of local markets - markup typically 200-400% higher

Not negotiating prices at markets and with tour operators - missing out on standard 20-40% discounts