Vietnam Backpacker Hostel

What Vietnam Backpacker Hostel does

Vietnam Backpacker Travel, operating under the brands Vietnam Backpacker Hostel, VBH Travel, and Vietnam Backpacker Hostels, is a privately held, founder-operated travel service provider headquartered at 44 P. Quang An, Tay Ho District, Hanoi, Vietnam. The company sells all-inclusive multi-day adventure tour packages, day tours, overnight cruises, and ancillary travel services (bus and train tickets, airport transfers, e-visa assistance) to international backpackers and budget travelers aged roughly 18-35, with itineraries covering more than 20 destinations across Northern, Central, and Southern Vietnam including Hanoi, Ha Giang, Sapa, Ha Long Bay, Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang, Phong Nha, Nha Trang, Da Lat, HCMC, Mekong Delta, Phu Quoc, and Can Tho.

The product portfolio centers on packaged itineraries priced in USD ranging from $55 single-day tours (Hue DMZ) to $1,300 for the flagship 14-day Buffalo Run Vietnam, with most multi-day tours priced between $195 and $385. The underlying technology stack is conventional: a WordPress-based booking website (vietnambackpackerhostels.com) with no proprietary platform, no mobile app, no public API, and standard payment integrations (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, PayPal). Customer communication is handled via WhatsApp, and marketing is distributed across Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok. There is no disclosed use of AI, machine learning, or proprietary data systems.

VBH's go-to-market is direct-to-consumer supplemented by a commission-based affiliate/referral program. Revenue streams include tour package sales (one-time per booking), transportation booking fees, e-visa processing fees, and referral commissions. The company has no disclosed parent, no subsidiaries, no institutional investors, no funding rounds, and no executive team information — indicating an owner-operated independent operator rather than a venture-backed or corporate entity. Geographic scope is exclusively Vietnam, with foreign travelers serving as the customer base.

Name

Vietnam Backpacker Hostel

Legal name

Vietnam Backpacker Travel

Website

https://vietnambackpackerhostels.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Vietnam Backpacker Travel is a private, Hanoi-based tour operator selling all-inclusive multi-day adventure packages, day tours, and travel services (bus, train, airport transfer, e-visa) to international backpackers across 20+ destinations in Vietnam via a direct-to-consumer website and partner referral program.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Adventure Travel Services

NAICS

Tour Operators (56152), All Other Traveler Accommodation (721199), Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation, Other (4879)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Group & Small-Group Custom Itinerary Planning (THAKAOAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

FIT & Private Tour Operators (Customized Day Tours) (THAKAEAC), Hostel & Shared Accommodation Booking Platforms (Short-Stay Shared Inventory) (THAMALAK), Long-Stay/Monthly Backpacker Hostels (THAGAGAI)

Keywords

• Backpacker tour packages
• Adventure travel services
• Guided group tours
• Travel booking services
• Hostel accommodation

Headquarters

HQ city

Hanoi

HQ country

Vietnam

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Tour Package Sales: VBH Travel generates primary revenue through selling comprehensive tour packages across Vietnam, including multi-day adventures (Ha Giang Loop, Buffalo Run Vietnam, Ha Long Bay Cruises), day tours, and travel packages combining multiple destinations. Tours are priced per person with variations based on duration, accommodation type, and included activities.
2. Transportation Services: The company earns revenue by selling bus tickets, train tickets, and airport transfers throughout Vietnam. They partner with transportation suppliers to offer minibus, limousine, night bus, and train options to travelers.
3. E-Visa Express Services: VBH assists foreign travelers with e-visa applications for Vietnam entry, providing processing support as an add-on travel service.
4. Partner Referral Program: The company operates an affiliate/partner program where partners earn commissions by referring customers to VBH tours and travel packages, generating referral-based revenue.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Vietnam Backpacker Hostel (Vietnam Backpacker Travel / VBH Travel) sells guided multi-day adventure tour packages and supporting travel services across Vietnam. Core products are all-inclusive backpacker tours such as the Buffalo Run Vietnam 14D13N, Hue & Hoi An Adventure 5D4N, Ha Long Bay day/budget/deluxe cruises, Ha Giang Loop 3D3N, Mai Chau Valley 3D2N, Mai Chau – Pu Luong 3D2N, Hue DMZ Tour, Learn to Surf in Hoi An, and Saigon Street Food Tour. Ancillary services include bus ticket booking, train ticket booking, airport transfers, and an e-visa express application assistance service. The company also operates hostel accommodation across multiple Vietnamese destinations.

Product overview

Vietnam Backpacker Hostel (operating as Vietnam Backpacker Travel) is a backpacker-focused travel platform offering a portfolio of adventure tours and travel services across Vietnam. The core offering consists of multi-day tour packages including the flagship Buffalo Run Vietnam 14D13N and Hue & Hoi An Adventure 5D4N, supplemented by individual day and overnight tours such as Ha Long Bay cruises (1-day, 2D1N budget, and 2D1N deluxe), Ha Giang Loop 3D3N, Mai Chau Valley 3D2N, and Mai Chau-Pu Luong 3D2N. Supporting sub-products include bus and train ticket booking, airport transfers, and e-visa express services. The company operates hostel locations across northern, central, and southern Vietnam and maintains a blog content platform for backpacker tips and guides.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Buffalo Run Vietnam 14D13N A comprehensive 14-day, 13-night adventure tour covering Vietnam from north to south, including motorbike trips through Ha Giang, Ninh Binh, Hue, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City. Features visits to Cuc Phuong National Park, Hai Van Pass by motorbike, cooking classes, and city tours. Targeted at international backpackers and adventure travelers seeking an all-inclusive cross-country experience.
• Hue & Hoi An Adventure 5D4N A 5-day, 4-night travel package covering Hue and Hoi An, including Hue city tour, DMZ tour, Hai Van Pass jeep tour, surfing lesson, cooking class, and basket boat trip. Designed for backpackers wanting a curated Central Vietnam experience.
• Ha Long Bay Day Cruise A 1-day cruise tour of Ha Long Bay including visits to Sung Sot Cave, Ti Top Island, Luon Cave, kayaking, and beach activities. Departs from Hanoi with pickup and drop-off at Old Quarter. Budget-friendly day trip option for backpackers.
• Ha Long Bay Budget Cruise 2D1N A 2-day, 1-night overnight cruise experience in Ha Long Bay featuring kayaking, swimming, cave visits, sunset party, cooking demonstration, and a social atmosphere with other backpackers. Budget overnight option.
• Ha Long Bay Deluxe Cruise 2D1N A premium 2-day, 1-night cruise in Bai Tu Long Bay featuring kayaking, swimming, Taichi class, cooking class, squid fishing, and Vietnamese puzzle games with all-inclusive amenities. Premium overnight option.
• Ha Giang Loop 3 Days 3 Nights A 3-day motorbike loop tour through Ha Giang province featuring Ma Pi Leng Pass, Yen Minh, Dong Van, Nho Que River boat ride, homestays with local ethnic minorities, and scenic mountain landscapes in northern Vietnam.
• Mai Chau Valley 3D2N A 3-day, 2-night cultural tour of Mai Chau featuring Thai and H'mong community homestays, brocade weaving workshops, natural fabric dyeing, trekking to Hang Kia, and rice field cycling.
• Mai Chau – Pu Luong 3D2N A 3-day, 2-night tour combining Mai Chau and Pu Luong National Reserve featuring stilt house homestays, rice paddy cycling, bamboo rafting on Cham Stream, Bat Cave exploration, and waterfall visits. Discounted from $250 to $223 per adult.
• Hue DMZ Tour A full-day historical tour of Vietnam's Demilitarized Zone from Hue, visiting Khe Sanh Combat Base, Vinh Moc Tunnels, Hien Luong Bridge, Ben Hai River, and Rockpile Hill with an English-speaking guide.
• Learn to Surf (Hoi An) A full-day surfing lesson experience in Hoi An for beginners, including transport, surfboard, rash vest, breakfast, professional instructors, and lunch. Max 10 participants per session.
• Saigon Street Food Tour: Taste of the Night A 4.5-hour evening food tour in Ho Chi Minh City exploring local street food by motorbike, including Banh mi, Pho, Banh xeo, Vietnamese BBQ, and traditional desserts.
• Bus Ticket Booking Service Online bus ticket booking service covering routes across Vietnam with partnerships with minibus, limousine, and night bus operators for budget-friendly transportation.
• Train Ticket Booking Service Train ticket booking service for travel across Vietnam's railway network, offering scenic routes including the Hai Van Pass with various seating and sleeper options.
• Airport Transfer Service 24/7 airport pickup and drop-off service across major Vietnamese airports with 4-seater, 7-seater, and 16-seater vehicle options, including driver wait for flight delays.
• E-visa Express Service Assistance service for travelers applying for Vietnam e-visas, helping navigate the application process and reduce waiting times for visa approval.
• Hostel Accommodation across Vietnam Backpacker hostel accommodation operated across multiple Vietnamese destinations (Hanoi, HCMC, Ha Giang, and others), positioned as social lodging with the slogan "More than just a bed."

Quantifiable outcome

• Trips span diverse experiences from UNESCO World Heritage sites (Ha Long Bay) to remote mountain regions (Ha Giang Loop)

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Bus Ticket Suppliers (Unnamed)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVBH has partnered with reliable bus ticket suppliers across Vietnam to provide smooth and exclusive travel experiences for backpackers. The partnership enables booking of various bus types including minibus, limousine, and night bus services through VBH's platform.
• Railway Partners (Unnamed)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVBH partners with railway operators to offer train ticket services across Vietnam, guaranteeing access to suitable train options for travelers exploring the country by rail.
• Transportation Companies (Unnamed)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorVBH partners with trusted private and public transportation providers for airport transfer services across major Vietnamese airports, ensuring safe, comfortable, and punctual transfers for customers.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Hostelworld: Hostelworld is a leading online hostel booking platform targeting international backpackers and budget travelers. Comparable to VBH because both serve the same 18-35 backpacker persona with shared-accommodation inventory and rely on direct-to-consumer digital distribution.
• GetYourGuide: GetYourGuide is a global tours and activities marketplace with strong presence in Vietnam (Ha Long Bay cruises, Hue, Hoi An day tours). Comparable to VBH because it directly competes on tour packages, day cruises, and adventure activities for international travelers.
• Klook: Klook is an Asia-focused tours, activities, and travel services booking platform. Comparable to VBH because it sells multi-day tours, day tours, airport transfers, and attraction tickets across Vietnam and broader Southeast Asia to a similar budget-conscious traveler segment.
• Viator: Viator is a Tripadvisor-owned tours and activities marketplace with deep Vietnam inventory (Ha Long Bay cruises, DMZ tours, motorbike adventures). Comparable to VBH because it bundles tours, transfers, and activities for international travelers via direct online booking.
• G Adventures: G Adventures operates small-group adventure tours globally with multiple Vietnam itineraries covering Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and the Mekong Delta. Comparable to VBH because both sell all-inclusive multi-day escorted tours to backpackers and budget travelers via direct booking.
• On The Go Tours: On The Go Tours is a UK-based escorted tour operator offering multi-day Vietnam itineraries including Ha Long Bay cruises and Mekong Delta experiences. Comparable to VBH because both package multi-day tours with transport, accommodation, and guides for international travelers.
• TourRadar: TourRadar is a multi-day guided tour marketplace featuring operator-led packages. Comparable to VBH because both sell multi-day adventure packages (e.g., TourRadar's Vietnam motorbike and Ha Giang tours) to international travelers via direct online booking.
• Intrepid Travel: Intrepid Travel is a global small-group adventure tour operator with extensive Vietnam itineraries including Ha Giang Loop and multi-day north-to-south packages. Comparable to VBH because both sell all-inclusive multi-day adventure tours to the same budget-conscious international traveler.

Regional players

• Traveloka: Traveloka is a leading Southeast Asian OTA offering flights, hotels, tours, and activities across Vietnam and the region. Comparable to VBH because it competes on tours, transport tickets, and accommodation for travelers in Vietnam and broader SE Asia.

Broad incumbents

• Agoda: Agoda is a major Booking Holdings-owned accommodation and activity platform with strong Vietnam inventory. Comparable to VBH because it overlaps on Vietnam tours, cruises, and accommodation for backpacker/budget travelers, though it operates as a broad global incumbent.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/vbhtravel2024
• Instagraminstagram.com/vbh_vietnam
• TikToktiktok.com/@vietnambackpackers_vbh

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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