7 Days Itinerary
- Morning: Arrive in Hanoi. Check in at your hotel and freshen up.
- Afternoon: Explore the Old Quarter and visit iconic sites like Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. Stop by the Hoa Lo Prison (also known as the “Hanoi Hilton”) to understand the history of the Vietnam War.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional water puppet show, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. Stroll around the night markets in the Old Quarter.
- Early Morning: Depart for Ha Long Bay. It’s about a 3.5-hour drive from Hanoi.
- Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Board a cruise ship and explore the bay, known for its stunning limestone karsts. Visit caves like Sung Sot Cave, and enjoy activities like kayaking or swimming (weather permitting). Lunch is typically included on the cruise.
- Evening: Return to Hanoi. Dine at a local restaurant, and enjoy the city’s nightlife or relax at your hotel.
Day 3: Hanoi to Danang and Hoi An
- Morning: Fly from Hanoi to Danang. Check in at your hotel.
- Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Head to your Hotel in Hoi An.
- Evening: Do lantern Boat ride. Enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant. Walk around the ancient town, admire the lanterns, and take in the vibrant atmosphere.
- Morning: Head to Bana Hills, known for the Golden Bridge and the cable car ride with beautiful views. Explore the French Village and other attractions.
- Afternoon: Lunch is included in package. Explore amusement park of bana hills
- Evening: Take a leisurely bicycle ride or join a cooking class in Hoi An to learn about Vietnamese cuisine.
Day 5: Danang to Ho Chi Minh City
- Morning: Fly from Danang to Ho Chi Minh City. Check in at your hotel.
- Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Start your city tour with a visit to the War Remnants Museum, the Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office. Walk down Dong Khoi Street and visit Ben Thanh Market.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a rooftop restaurant or take a night river cruise on the Saigon River.
Day 6: Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour
- Morning: Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels. Learn about the history and explore the underground tunnel system used during the Vietnam War.
- Afternoon: Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Depart for a Mekong Delta tour, visiting places like My Tho or Ben Tre. Take a boat ride along the Mekong River, visit a coconut candy factory, and see local villages.
- Evening: Return to Ho Chi Minh City for dinner and a relaxing evening.
Day 7: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
- Morning: Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
- Midday to Afternoon: Head to the airport for departure. Safe travels!
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10 Days Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and City Tour in Hanoi
- Morning: Arrive in Hanoi and check in at your hotel. Rest and freshen up.
- Late Morning: Begin your city tour with a visit to Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. Explore the Old Quarter’s bustling streets and its unique shops and markets.
- Afternoon: Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda, and the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university.
- Evening: Enjoy a traditional water puppet show. Have dinner at a local restaurant and explore the Old Quarter’s night markets.
- Early Morning: Depart for Ha Long Bay. It takes about 3.5 hours to reach the bay from Hanoi.
- Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Board a cruise ship to explore Ha Long Bay, known for its limestone karsts and caves. Activities may include kayaking, swimming, or visiting caves like Sung Sot Cave. Lunch is typically included on the cruise.
- Evening: Return to Hanoi and have dinner at a local restaurant or hotel.
- Morning: Travel to Ninh Binh (about a 2-hour drive). Visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu and explore the temples of the Dinh and Le Dynasties.
- Afternoon: Take a boat ride through Tam Coc, known as “Ha Long Bay on land.” Enjoy the stunning views of rice paddies and limestone cliffs. You can also visit the Bich Dong Pagoda if time permits.
- Evening: Return to Hanoi. Dinner at a local restaurant or relax at your hotel.
- Morning: Fly from Hanoi to Danang. Check in at your hotel.
- Mid-Morning to Afternoon: Head to Bana Hills(Afternoon Ticket) and take the cable car to the French Village and the Golden Bridge. Explore the Fantasy Park and other attractions in Bana Hills.
- Evening: Return to Danang. Relax on My Khe Beach or visit the Dragon Bridge, which breathes fire on weekends.
Day 5: Marble Mountain and Monkey Mountain Tour
- Morning: Visit Marble Mountain, exploring its caves, pagodas, and viewpoints. Check out the Non Nuoc stone carving village nearby.
- Afternoon: Travel to Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain) and visit the Linh Ung Pagoda, home to the giant Lady Buddha statue, with panoramic views.
- Evening: Return to Danang for dinner. Enjoy the nightlife or relax at your hotel.
- Morning: Travel to Hoi An. Start with a guided tour of the ancient town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Hoi An Old House of Tan Ky, and the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Congregation.
- Afternoon: Experience a lantern riverboat ride on the Thu Bon River, followed by a coconut basket boat ride through the water coconut forest.
- Evening: Have dinner at a riverside restaurant and enjoy the vibrant lantern displays throughout the town.
- Morning: Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, about a 1.5-hour drive from Ho Chi Minh City. Explore the underground tunnel system and learn about the history of the Vietnam War.
- Afternoon: Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Visit additional attractions like the Reunification Palace or the Jade Emperor Pagoda.
- Evening: Have dinner at a local restaurant. Explore the city’s nightlife or relax at your hotel.
- Morning: Depart for a Mekong Delta tour, visiting places like My Tho or Ben Tre. Take a boat ride on the Mekong River, visit a coconut candy factory, and explore local villages.
- Afternoon: Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Depending on your flight time, you might have time for some final sightseeing or shopping.
- Evening: Have dinner at a local restaurant. Explore the city’s nightlife at walking street.
Day 10: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
- Morning: Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
- Midday to Afternoon: Head to the airport for departure.
15 Days Itinerary
Days 1-3: Hanoi (City Tour, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh)
- Day 1: Arrive in Hanoi, check in to your hotel, and start exploring the Old Quarter. Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple, then explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda. In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show and have dinner in the Old Quarter.
- Day 2: Take a day trip to Ha Long Bay. Board a cruise to explore the bay’s limestone karsts and caves. Activities may include kayaking or visiting caves like Sung Sot Cave. Lunch is typically included. Return to Hanoi in the evening.
- Day 3: Visit Ninh Binh, often called “Ha Long Bay on land.” Take a boat ride through Tam Coc, explore the Bich Dong Pagoda, and visit the ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Return to Hanoi in the evening.
Days 4-6: Ha Giang Motorbike Ride Loop or Sapa Trekking
Option 1: Ha Giang Motorbike Ride Loop
- Day 4: Travel to Ha Giang and start the motorbike ride loop. Explore the scenic mountains and visit local villages. Stay overnight at a guesthouse or homestay.
- Day 5: Continue the loop, experiencing the stunning landscapes and unique culture of the ethnic minorities in the region. Visit Dong Van, Meo Vac, and the Ma Pi Leng Pass. Overnight stay in a guesthouse or homestay.
- Day 6: Complete the loop and return to Ha Giang. Head back to Hanoi in the evening.
Option 2: Sapa Trekking
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- Day 4: Travel to Sapa, a mountainous region known for its trekking trails. Explore the town and visit the Sapa Market.
- Day 5: Take a guided trekking tour through the terraced rice fields and ethnic minority villages like Cat Cat, Ta Van, or Lao Chai. Stay overnight at a homestay.
- Day 6: Continue trekking in Sapa, exploring different trails and villages. Return to Sapa town and then to Hanoi in the evening.
Days 7-8: Danang (Bana Hills, Marble Mountain, Monkey Mountain)
- Day 7: Fly from Hanoi to Danang. Visit Bana Hills and explore the French Village, Golden Bridge, and Fantasy Park. In the evening, relax on My Khe Beach or visit the Dragon Bridge.
- Day 8: Visit Marble Mountain, exploring its caves, pagodas, and viewpoints. In the afternoon, head to Son Tra Peninsula (Monkey Mountain) to see the Linh Ung Pagoda and the Lady Buddha statue. Return to Danang for the night.
Day 9: Hoi An (Lantern River Boat Ride, Coconut Basket Boat Ride)
- Morning: Travel to Hoi An. Explore the ancient town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Assembly Hall of the Fujian Chinese Congregation. Take a lantern riverboat ride on the Thu Bon River.
- Afternoon: Experience a coconut basket boat ride through the water coconut forest. Visit local markets for shopping and crafts.
- Evening: Enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant and experience the vibrant lantern displays throughout the town. Return to Danang for the night.
Days 10-11: Dalat or Nha Trang
Option 1: Dalat (City Tour)
- Day 10: Fly to Dalat. Explore the city’s French-inspired architecture and beautiful landscapes. Visit places like the Crazy House, Dalat Flower Gardens, and the Valley of Love. Dinner in Dalat.
- Day 11: Visit the Dalat Cable Car for scenic views and explore the Tuyen Lam Lake and the Truc Lam Zen Monastery. You can also visit the Datanla Waterfall and experience the alpine coaster ride.
Option 2: Nha Trang (City Tour, Watersports)
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- Day 10: Fly to Nha Trang. Visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers, Long Son Pagoda, and Dam Market. Spend the afternoon at the beach.
- Day 11: Enjoy watersports at Nha Trang Beach, such as snorkeling, scuba diving, or jet skiing. You can also take a boat tour to the nearby islands or visit Vinpearl Land amusement park.
Days 12-14: Ho Chi Minh City (City Tour, Cu Chi Tunnels, Mekong River Tour)
- Day 12: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the War Remnants Museum, the Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Central Post Office. In the evening, take a night river cruise on the Saigon River.
- Day 13: Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn about the Vietnam War history. Return to Ho Chi Minh City and visit other attractions like the Reunification Palace or the Jade Emperor Pagoda. Dinner at a rooftop restaurant.
- Day 14: Take a Mekong Delta tour, visiting places like My Tho or Ben Tre. Enjoy a boat ride on the Mekong River and explore local villages. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Day 15: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City
- Morning: Depending on your flight schedule, you might have time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing.
- Midday to Afternoon: Head to the airport for departure. Safe travels!