You know that slightly uneasy feeling when you’re in a new place and not sure who to ask for help? HCMC just made that less of a problem.
The city is deploying a dedicated tourism orderly force — trật tự viên du lịch in Vietnamese — to its busiest tourist spots. Think of them as a cross between a guide, a safety officer, and the person you flag down when you need directions.
Where Are They Going?
Not just inside HCMC. The orderlies are being sent to:
- Vung Tau — the beach city 2 hours from HCMC, home to the giant Jesus statue and some of the best seafood in the south
- Con Dao — the island you’ve been seeing all over Instagram, with pristine beaches and a heavy history
- Ho Tram — resort row along the coast, where Melia, Angsana, and Grand Ho Tram sit
- Long Hai — quieter beaches and a laid-back vibe
- Tam Thang — growing tourist area near Vung Tau
These are the places HCMC tourists actually go. Not random spots on a map — real destinations people visit every day.
What Do They Actually Do?
According to the official plan, the orderlies handle:
- Keeping public order at tourist spots
- Helping travelers who look lost or need assistance
- Spotting and reporting issues — scams, harassment, safety risks
- Working with local police to handle problems fast
The force comes from HCMC’s Youth Volunteer corps — Thanh niên xung phong. These aren’t random hires. They’re trained, uniformed, and answer to the city’s Department of Tourism.
Why This Matters for Your Trip
Vietnam’s tourism has been growing fast. More visitors means more attention on safety. HCMC’s approach is smart — put trained people at the actual spots where tourists spend time, instead of chasing headlines.
For Vung Tau especially, this is big. The city sees crowds every weekend. Having visible orderlies means less hassle and faster help when something goes wrong.
Con Dao is a different story. It’s remote, quiet, and the ferry from Vung Tau takes hours. But more independent travelers are booking flights there. A safety presence helps.
Getting There — What AN Tours Can Do
None of these destinations are far from HCMC. But getting there on your own can be a pain. Public buses to Vung Tau are cramped. The ferry schedule doesn’t always line up with your flight.
We run private transfers and tours to all of these spots:
- Vung Tau Beach City Tour — full day, private car, English-speaking guide, lunch at a local spot. You’ll see the Jesus statue, Whale Temple, White Palace, and still have time for the beach.
- Airport transfer to Vung Tau or Ho Tram — straight from Tan Son Nhat, no waiting, no crammed buses. 7-seater or 16-seater, your call.
- Custom tours: heading to Con Dao or Ho Tram? We’ll sort the transport and itinerary — just tell us what you want.
Our drivers know these roads. Vung Tau is about 2 hours on the expressway. Ho Tram is similar. Con Dao you fly into — we can arrange the HCMC airport transfer plus the Con Dao leg separately.
Bottom Line
HCMC is putting real people on the ground at the places tourists actually visit. That’s good news if you’re planning a trip south.
The orderlies won’t change your experience dramatically. You probably won’t need them. But knowing they’re there? That’s a quiet kind of reassurance.
Want to visit Vung Tau, Con Dao, or Ho Tram? Send us a message. We’ll build you a proper itinerary.
