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Recommended Vietnam Itineraries

Whether you have 5 days or 14, Vietnam promises an unforgettable journey. These three classic itineraries cover the very best of Vietnam — from cities to countryside, beaches to mountains — helping you plan the perfect trip.

5-Day Highlights — North & South

Perfect for travelers with limited time, focusing on Vietnam's two major cities and their surrounding highlights.

  1. 1Days 1–2: Hanoi — Stroll through the Old Quarter's 36 Streets, Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Hanoi Cathedral, street phở tour
  2. 2Day 3: Hạ Long Bay day trip — Cruise among limestone islands, explore grottoes, seafood lunch
  3. 3Day 4: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City — Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral
  4. 4Day 5: Ho Chi Minh City — Bến Thành Market shopping, Bùi Viện Street nightlife, evening departure
  5. 5Travel tip: Hanoi ⇄ Ho Chi Minh City flights take about 2 hours; book VietJet/Bamboo Airways early for the best fares

10-Day Classic — North to South

Vietnam's most popular classic route, traversing the entire country from north to south and covering all the highlights.

  1. 1Days 1–2: Hanoi — Old Quarter exploration, food tour, water puppet show, egg coffee experience
  2. 2Day 3: Hạ Long Bay — Overnight cruise, sunrise on the bay, kayaking, cooking class
  3. 3Day 4: Fly/train to Đà Nẵng — Mỹ Khê Beach, Dragon Bridge at night
  4. 4Day 5: Bà Nà Hills — Golden Bridge, French Village, cable car tour
  5. 5Day 6: Hội An Ancient Town — Lantern streets, tailor-made clothing, Thu Bồn River boat ride
  6. 6Days 7–8: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City — City exploration, Củ Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta day trip
  7. 7Days 9–10: Free time + departure — Shopping, café culture, or optional trip to Mũi Né/Đà Lạt

14-Day Deep Dive — The Complete Vietnam Experience

Enough time to thoroughly explore every corner of Vietnam, from the northern highlands to the southern delta.

  1. 1Days 1–2: Hanoi — In-depth Old Quarter exploration, Temple of Literature, Hồ Chí Minh Mausoleum, night food street
  2. 2Days 3–4: Sa Pa — Overnight sleeper train, rice terrace trekking, Hmong village homestay
  3. 3Day 5: Return to Hanoi, afternoon flight to Đà Nẵng
  4. 4Day 6: Đà Nẵng — Mỹ Khê Beach, Bà Nà Hills Golden Bridge
  5. 5Day 7: Hội An — Ancient town stroll, cooking class, custom tailoring
  6. 6Day 8: Huế — Imperial Citadel, Thiên Mụ Pagoda, royal cuisine experience
  7. 7Day 9: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City — City exploration, French architecture tour
  8. 8Day 10: Củ Chi Tunnels — Half-day tour, Vietnam War history
  9. 9Day 11: Mekong Delta — Floating markets, tropical orchards, river villages
  10. 10Days 12–13: Đà Lạt or Mũi Né — Highland romance or beachside resort
  11. 11Day 14: Return to Ho Chi Minh City, shopping and departure prep