Is Vietnam Still Cheap? - How Much I Spent in 1 Day in The MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACE - Ninh Binh Travel
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- Many people wonder how much it costs to travel in #Vietnam. Here's an example of how much a day in Ninh Binh, exploring Tam Coc, Hang Mua, and a Goat Dinner costs. By the way, if you want to try the goat blood, make sure you squeeze the limes in before hand. Follow me on IG @KyleLeDotNet #Vietnamesefood #NinhBinh #Vietkieu #travel #travelvlog #traveling
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I've been watching Vietnamese traveling vlogs for quite some time. 2 things that tourists are too shy or don't want to offend the host. 1) Don't spread your legs to paddle the boat at Ninh Binh like that. It is really bad form and insulting. 2) Vietnamese coffee is too strong. It can kill people, even for those looking healthy. It is like you get 5 shots in your cup of coffee. Tell them to lighten it up.
Iam in love with your girl man😂
went exactly last month in ninh binh 😉 enjoy!!!
I like how Chau is getting more comfortable and now trying to roast you.
Dang Kyle your drone/camera skills are amazing the way u b capturing everything been watching you for a good 7 years
I love how you invited the taxi driver to have lunch with you and bought snacks for the boat rower. (She is very sweet.) Chau is a nice addition to your videos. It's cute to hear her speaking English, with a German accent.
I literally did the same activities as you, Kyle. Ninh Binh was definitely my favorite place to travel when I was in Vietnam in 2019. My average budget was $150 and I could've spent a lot less, but I was on vacation and wanted to splurge. Like what you said, I didn't feel guilty one bit spending that kind of money since the money goes the distance in Vietnam. Of the the money I spent each day, 30% of it was tips. I tipped generously because life out there is hard.
Awesome, thanks for watching and sharing your trip
150 day?
thanks for the info
I’ve traveled to Ninh Binh but after watching your video I plan to return and do it all again through new lenses. One advantage you have over me is speaking Vietnamese. You and Chau were able to have a much more intimate experience with the locals because you can converse with them in their first language. It motivates me to practice and perfect at least a few commonly send phrases for my next trip there. As always I so enjoy your videos. Thank you again for putting a personal and heartfelt spin on them.
Lori, thank you. Thank you for watching my videos. I really appreciate it after all these years.
I love how your videos always gives a local and in depth perspective! I am going to Ninh Binh in a month and want to do the Tam Coc boat tours as well. I appreciate learning about how much it costs the locals to have that job, provide that service and most interesting of all- a local perspective! As a tourist it will make me appreciate the experience even more through knowing how I am helping to contribute to someone's lively hood. I don't like the way some UA-camrs portray workers as 'scammers/vultures' without it actually being a scam. You present people as human and treat them with humility and I really enjoy watching your videos. I really hope that you do get sponsored for a Kenya trip :)
Thank you, it really helps when you speak and understand the locals, it makes the trip more meaningful and that’s why I feel more connected when traveling in Vietnam compared to other places.
Yeah I second this,I've seen people rocking up to Ho Chi Minh City/KL staying for 2/3 days they don't have a clue where all the good stuff is.
Kyle, your vids are great ! Interactions with people, filming and editing are great also.
You co-star Chau reminds me of Audrey Plaza with her dry sense of humor.
Keep up the great work !
Hi mate, I like the fact that you put the price of things in this video and you talk to the locals about their everyday life. Most people just do tours but they don't understand their hard work and even complain all the time.
I know it's not you to put prices, but it actually helps people to understand the local culture a bit better.
Especially WESTERNERS foreigners, they would complain every single penny they pay to these boat tours. I've watched hundred videos of theirs, most of them keep their pennies so close to their chest, and complain about all the scams. Some even complain about the boat market selling food. Glad this guy is kind and has a heart of understanding other people's hardworking.
Kyle, l really enjoyed this video. We were there, from Australia, in 2011, but only for a day visit. We only went down the river and went to the market. We are going in March 2023 and we will spend 3-4 nights there. You’ve shown us more. Thank you.
The world needs more Kyledotnet in the world!
Uhhhh
It's always nice to watch another video from Kyle. I'll live vicariously through you.
Glad you are still doing your travel videos.
Thanks for breaking down the costs. I've always wanted to visit this majestic place, maybe one day. Great video!
Yes I hope you get to see it because it’s so worth it!
Hey thanks Kyle it’s good to receive another video this nice beautiful Saturday afternoon thanks again Kyle and you have a wonderful day today take care
Thanks so much
Great format and both of your humor is starting to shine through. Nice to see Chao open up to the camera :)
Thank you for watching it
Love the video man ! The way you traveled in this video is how I like to travel . I’m not big on doing activities in tourist groups . We are planning on going next year and trying to learn as much as Vietnamese as we can in the mean time . That goat spot looks good and I’m thinking about eating it but I never really had gamey tasting goat before or hard goat. In Dominican Republic it’s usually very tender .
Please don't stop the honeymoon with Chau!
Kyle, thank you for being so generous. You rock.
Ninh Binh must be close to what Paradise looks like. I can't wait for the next video from here. The boat lady was amazing. If I were younger, I would definitely be going to Vietnam.
Next video will have more amazing views!! Thanks
Thank you Kyle I will be heading to ninh binh early next year 😃
Have fun!
Chau is just too funny and she can eat too!!! I think you two make a dynamic duo on YT.
I first traveled to VN in 2004 (very different time) as part of a study abroad program in college. I also went to Ninh Bình and Buôn Ma Thuột during that trip. I'm enjoying your content, and see how much VN has changed (haven't been back since 2010). Things have gone up in price but for the most part still seem really cheap. Hoping to make a trip back in the near future. Keep doing what you do.
So many changes!~ Thanks for stopping by
Great video. Vietnam is by far my favorite country to visit. The people are so special. I always make it a point to bring a bunch of 10s and 20s. For Americans it’s just coffee or lunch money but it can really make their week
Kyle, you’re honestly a great and humble dude! Makes me want to go back and visit soon and give back to the people when I can!
Tip vs diarrhea due to unsafe food: 1 cup of warm boil water + 1/2 tsp salt + 2 tsp sugar. Stir well and sip until finish. It will compensate the loss of fluid and ease stomach upset.
Thank you for doing it justice in my home city. I know this is your second time in Ninh Bình and you really did it much better than the first time. Can’t wait to see the next episode ❤
Thank you!! I actually think that this might be my 3rd or 4th time. I am not even sure...But I know I have been there at least twice before... maybe three times...
Love long videos like this anh Kyle. I can’t wait for your next upload continue to upload these videos are so entertaining. It’s interesting to learn more about my cultural roots being a viet kieu like you makes it so much more relatable
Ninh Binh is awesome. I feel bad for the rowers. So I also tipped well.
Chau is hilarious.
Beautiful Views 🏞😊🌤
Wow this is awesome video
Please continue listing the prices on your future adventures! Very helpful for the watchers
Amazing shots my dude!! "Felt like travelling to Skull island!" Is what I was in the midst of writing when I had a thought that there's absolutely no way it wasn't inspired by this location, it's just too similar! decided to do a quick wiki n lo & behold..
"Filming took place in the northern portion of Vietnam, including Tràng An, Vân Long and Tam Cốc (Ninh Bình Province), Hạ Long Bay (Quảng Ninh Province), and the entrance of Tú Làn Caves System (Tân Hoá, Trung Hoá Village, Minh Hoá District Quảng Bình Province)" -wiki
(Though you probably knew it already!)
Anyways I like the switchup from the usual bgm complimenting the 'Fresh/Chill atmosphere' & the shot of Chau @ 8:50 deserves to be in a huge frame on a wall!
We visit Trang An in the next video, stay tuned! That's the "real" skull island.
Canoe sister peddling with her feet holding her sunbrella was epic ! 😂
yes it sure was.
Its refreshing to see that you aren't haggling with vendor and treating your host.
Its pretty disgusting to see other travelers constantly trying to haggle with host knowing that they make bare bare minimum wage.
As a aspired world traveler, I know there's environment impact as well as cultural impact to the countries you visit. We are only paying a small price compared to what people there are sacrificing
Thanks for sharing, beautiful region, we are visiting in March , can’t wait . ❤
Thanks for taking us on the journey. The scenery was absolutely breath taking.
The lady on the boat ride was amazing.
I love it when Chau speaks 🥰
you guys so kind. Have nice trip!
I have been watching your channel off and on for years. One thing I really like about you is that you treat our countrymen/people well unlike some of these f who come back and think they are alphas. I see lots of those but not enough of folks like you.
Every time I come back to Ninh Binh, I stay for a month, but not next to Tam Coc. Stay over at Trang An. Lots of people like Trang An boat rides more but I like Tam Coc boat rides more for its serenity.
Great video and some funny moments too
Amazing !!!...I will add this boat thing to my bucket list 🤣🤣
I just returned from Vietnam and Ninh Binh. LOVED my trip, and YES everything is so much cheaper than in the US, Australia or Western Europe. But your particular adventure was slightly too expensive, though not bad for 2 people. As I was walking through the streets of Hanoi, there were dozens and dozens of tourist agencies/kiosks selling day trips and I happened to pick the "upgrade" version for $55. The cheapest was $40. This includes a private hotel pickup in Hanoi in a limousine bus (it's just a micro bus with leather seats and cool LED lights) that takes 2.5 hours each way, plus buffet lunch, all the day tours including 3 to 4 stops with the pagoda, the river boat rides, and the Hang Mua viewpoint hike, as well as drop off at the hotel. And I didn't need to buy anything else because it was all paid for (I left $3 tip for the boat ride as there were 4 of us each tipping). One thing to note -it rained heavily for half our trip. And the boat ride started with everyone getting a plastic rain coat and umbrellas - a memory of a lifetime.
Hey, thanks for the comment. yes, it would be cheaper to do a tour, but we wanted to go at our own pace, have our own boat, choose what we want to eat, and its not just for our enjoyment, but also to make this video. It's a lot different, cheaper, perhaps more fun, when you don't have to worry about the content so much. Since I can speak the language, I won't use a tour unless I absolutely have to, even if it means paying more. Glad you enjoyed it and thank you so much for checking out my video.
I agree tours are so touristy, not thnx
Another awesome video! If you could do a bit of accommodation tour, that would also be great as we can see what type of accommodations are available. Thank you for sharing.
You are generous and so thoughtful in your service tip!
Rất vui thấy em quay Ninh Bình. Anh đã đến nơi này 22 năm trước. Anh chúc em đi chơi vui vẽ
Hello
Don’t know why I always start laughing whenever I look at Chau. she’s so hilarious and chill.
Definitely a city added to my "must visit" list.
Yes, a must visit in Vietnam
Nice video Kyle keep it up brother
3:40 Chau going full Guido Westerwelle :D
I can’t thank you enough Kyle, I really appreciate your hard dedication in this vlog. Bless you
Thanks for being there
Tiet Canh is so good. Did they not give you sauce, lemon & herbs?
hi kyle , welcome to Ninh BInh . the most beautiful in vietnam . food , nature and landscape . i hope you enjoy all of ninh binh .
No, Da lat is more beautiful , thank you.
Loved this format!!!
Thank you for watching p
Kyle Your all you Nature Shot is so Beautiful.
Thank you Kyle's for taking me along, this was a fun trip for me.
Thanks for coming
I just want to say that I'm from mexico and I love watch your videos from Vietnam, and Chau, she is so funny, pretty and smart, the way she act in the videos makes me wonder if she do that on purpose.
Chau is real. She’s not presenting a UA-cam video and isn’t another influencer. Without her, none of these awesome videos would have been possible.
How many years do you think it takes to learn to row with your toes, 🤔 udder perfection in each stroke as well. bravo
I'm in Elko, Nevada.
I found this very informative.
your a natural at this.
I'm interested in where to go in Vietnam.
I'm a retired American.
I used to haul thoroughbreds nationwide.
race horses, 15 on the 18 wheeler.
Bob Hubbard horse transportation.
I'll research this community you just visited
What month of the year did you go to Nin Binh?
Greetings from Indonesia, beautifull place
Thanks Kyle , Ninh Bình is so beautiful ! I m really enjoy watching it.
Glad you enjoyed it! I just uploaded a new Ninh Binh video!
Hi ,Kyle, like it- you uploaded useful ~💯
Thanks for watching!!
This was a really good vlog. I laughed really loud like 4x. 😂
Nevermind. Like 9x 🤣🤣
wassap
Great vid Kyle . I loved ninh binh.. and I totally agree with tipping there , we don't do it much here in Australia, but when you are there and see how hard these people work for not much .. I❤ Vietnam, been 3 times .. can't wait for my next trip there 🙏
He brough up in the Southern California and got used to the culture of 20% tip every bill. So many Australian and people from other country come to the US find it difficult come to term with Tip culture in the US. it is a LAW not a choice for people
Free straws 😂🤣 made me lol
Watch what you eat in VN. The country does not have any regulations regarding the preservative chemicals in foods, which mostly cause cancer overtime. And VN food products have recently been rejected and banned from other countries. There are instances where bleach was used to mask the odor or early spoilage of foods. This source is directly from friends/relatives who live in VN.
cảm ơn Kyle nhé lâu rồi không coi video cua em
I was in Vietnam few weeks ago. If only I knew you were there, I would invite you to my hometown in Can Tho. Have you been down there much?
I went on this boat ride just recently (Oct. 2022.) Stunning!!! A must do when in Vietnam(:
I love your video. I have been to vietnam 20 times , and I have never been to Ninh Binh. I will visit this city next time . I would not try to host blood .
Amazing
When it was filmed ?
summer 2022
beautiful place as always. You're a nice VK guy who gives good sample of V overseas. BTW your "follower" is cute too. You know? one of the things that distinguishes you from other youtubers (from VN) is that they've used a lot of "check in" "review" in the vlog which I think they are not quite appropriate (correct) ....I may be wrong?
Man love your video. I’m following your footsteps
Glad you like them! and thank you JOe~
I ate at that goat restaurant, it was great with bia
To eat the raw goat blood, correctly, you have to squeeze lime into the goat blood or duck blood, it sort of cooks it like ceviche, then top with fish sauce. However, I would not recommend eating it in Vietnam due to sanitary reasons
Kyle, did you guys dye each other’s hair?
Chau is a cutie, I like it when she speaks Vietnamese!
No, David from Kenya dyed Chaus hair, watch the previous video.
@@kyleledotnet Gotcha, more of her please, I like looking at her cute face 😆
Great insight. I'll definitely tip big when I go early next year. Regarding drone flying, you launched from the boat along the route?
no, drone was launched at a safe spot on land.
Good video as always.
I appreciate that
Jo should be a model, she is ridiculously pretty.
Đoạn nói chuyện với cô lái đò rất hay. Nhưng có vẻ bạn đi gần hôm có mưa hay gì đó nên nước sông bị đục, mất đi 1 ít sự hoàn hảo.
Could you share the visa aspects of your travel. I'm sure you're on a 30-day Evisa everyone uses.
It would help travelers if you did a visa run video.
I had to do a Mộc Bài border run to extend my vacation time in June.
And how do you pay for all your travel expenses?
5 year viet kieu visa exemption.
Kyle Le: Goat blood tastes absolutely horrible :P HAHAHAH
Vampires: Welcome to the club ^_^
Châu Should be your permanent Co-host 👍👍🍻🍻
Awesome I just got back from Trang An 2 weeks ago.
That video is coming up next!!
Nice video as usual
You’re living your best life bro!
Lived*** the trip is over now...
I think goat is the most popular food in Ninh Binh. It helps to know some of the language do you dont go to a cat restaurant
I noticed that northern foods involved any kind of meats are kinda gamey.
I love this place hope someday I visit the place Ninh Binh
If you still in Ninh Binh can you stop by Phat Diem?
Not there anymore. videos are usually filmed and takes a few weeks to months to edit depending on how backed up I am.
When are you stopping by Chau's hometown?
All of this has already happened, but it will edited and published after the next video, so after Hanoi.
@@kyleledotnet Cool! We get to see where Chau gets her weird and quirky personality from! LOL
We already featured Chau's birth and hometown of Nurnberg on my channel already. Bac Giang is just where her mom was originally from.
@@kyleledotnet So, where is her dad from?
@@KP-xi4bj Hanoi.
May I ask if you use a drone and was there any issue bring a drone to Việt Nam?
Yes, the shots from above were all filmed with a drone. I've never had issues with bringing a drone into Vietnam but that doesnt mean that you won't have any issues.
@@kyleledotnet Thanks. Appreciate the response and the video clip. Did you have to bribe the custom guy, or just bring in as travel accessories?
Never had to bribe anyone. The only time they ever checked my drone was when they wanted to look at the battery and after seeing it, they let me go. This only happened one time in Vietnam through numerous international and domestic flights. I've never had an issue taking my below 250g drone through the airports as a carry on. However, I've had some issues with flying it at certain places, such as Con Dao Island.
I just did that same boating last month but did not see or have the opportunity to climb the cliff like what you did. Did I not ask or did I miss that cliff?
They rarely stop. Only if you ask? I made it clear that I needed a spot to drone right after getting on the boat.
@@kyleledotnet Thank you for the info. I will definitely smart up next time
Kyle, do you need a permit to fly drone in Vietnam?
Not really, but I avoid crowded places, most cities... I like to take the drone to the outskirts of the city or in an area where there isn't too many people.
Cool video!!!!!
"if you see a toilet in your dream don't use it, it's a trap" so true lol.
I've had dreams where I'm looking for a toilet because I need to go but I can never find it. Then I wake up and go to the toilet lol.
good show
Hi Kyle I was wondering how are you getting around Ninh binh? Do you have to rent a scooter? Or it’s easy to find taxi there? Because I will be solo travelling, and I couldn’t ride scooter LOL 😂
In Ninh Bình, i mostly use taxis. Usually if I'm in a city that has a bunch of places that I want to visit, I might ask the hotel to call a taxi for me or I can just call them myself. I don't like to have the hotel book for me incase they take a cut or if I don't like the driver, because traveling and making videos requires a little bit more patience. And by the time I get to the first destination, I will usually have a sense of how the driver is- if he has a sense of humor, if he's patient and understanding that I am filming and producing content. If he's cool then I will ask him if he is willing to continue for the rest of the day. Most of them are and we can work out some fair. It's a lot easier for me since I speak the language. If you don't then I would stay at a decent hotel that can speak English and have them work out a deal on your behalf and make sure you know where you want to go. They might also have motorbike drivers who can take you around by scooter and that would be cheaper. Or if you have the energy and the time, rent a bicycle and bring a raincoat if it’s the rainy season.
Thanks Kyle
Oh i like this place
Thank you Kyle
You are making me so hungry to get back to North Vietnam ... I much prefer it to the South ...
go to quan 3 da nang..