7-Day Vietnam Itinerary from India: Explore Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, and Ho Chi Minh City

Day 1: Arrival and Relax

Hanoi, Vietnam on February 11, 2025

8:00am

Arrival at Noi Bai International Airport

Land in Hanoi after your flight from India and transfer to your hotel for check-in and rest.
VND0, 1h

10:00am

Breakfast at Pho Gia Truyen

Start your Vietnamese culinary experience with a traditional bowl of Pho at this famous local spot open from 6:00 am to 10:30 am.
VND60000, 1h

12:00pm

Explore Old Quarter

Wander through the bustling streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter to get a feel of the city’s culture and shops. Open all day.
VND0, 2h

3:00pm

Visit Hoan Kiem Lake

Enjoy a relaxing walk around the beautiful lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple, open until 5:00 pm.
VND30000, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Bun Cha Huong Lien

Taste the famous Bun Cha dish at the restaurant frequented by former US President Obama and Anthony Bourdain. Open 10:00 am to 9:30 pm.
VND150000, 1h
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Day 2: Hanoi Highlights

Hanoi, Vietnam on February 12, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Cafe Dinh

Enjoy some egg coffee, a Hanoi specialty, at this local cafe open from 7:00 am.
VND40000, 1h

9:30am

Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Explore the historic mausoleum open 8:00 am to 11:00 am (closed Monday and Friday).
VND0, 1h

11:00am

Explore Temple of Literature

Visit Vietnam's first university, a serene historical site open from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
VND30000, 1h

1:00pm

Lunch at Cha Ca La Vong

Try Cha Ca, a traditional grilled fish dish famous in Hanoi. Open 11:00 am to 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
VND200000, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Learn about the 54 ethnic groups of Vietnam; open from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.
VND40000, 2h

7:00pm

Water Puppet Show

Watch the famous Vietnamese water puppet theater near Hoan Kiem Lake. Evening shows start at 7:30 pm and 8:30 pm.
VND100000, 1h

8:45pm

Dinner at Quan An Ngon

Enjoy a wide variety of Vietnamese dishes in a charming colonial villa from 10:00 am to 10:00 pm.
VND250000, 1h
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Day 3: Ha Long Bay Cruise

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam on February 13, 2025

6:30am

Depart for Ha Long Bay

Travel by road for approximately 3.5 hours to Ha Long Bay for a scenic cruise.
VND0, 3h30m

10:00am

Start Ha Long Bay Cruise

Board a boat for a full-day cruise exploring the stunning limestone islands and caves. Most cruises last 6-7 hours.
USD100 per person approx., 6h

12:30pm

Lunch on Cruise

Enjoy fresh seafood and Vietnamese specialties served on board during the cruise.
Included in cruise price, 1h

5:00pm

Return to Hanoi

Drive back to Hanoi after the cruise and check into your hotel for rest.
VND0, 3h30m

8:30pm

Dinner at Home Hanoi Restaurant

Indulge in authentic Northern Vietnamese home-style dishes in a cozy setting open till 10:00 pm.
VND300000, 1h
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Day 4: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on February 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have a relaxed breakfast at your hotel in Hanoi before transfer to the airport.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

9:00am

Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Take a 2-hour domestic flight from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City.
USD50-100 per person, 2h

11:30am

Check-in and Lunch

Arrive and check-in. Have lunch at Pho 2000 where former President Clinton dined, open from 6:00 am to 9:00 pm.
VND120000, 1h

1:00pm

Explore Reunification Palace

Visit this historic landmark open 7:30 am to 4:00 pm to understand the Vietnam War history.
VND40000, 1h30m

3:00pm

Visit War Remnants Museum

Gain insight into the Vietnam War from a local perspective; open 7:30 am to 6:00 pm.
VND15000, 2h

6:00pm

Dinner at Cuc Gach Quan

Enjoy an elegant dining experience with traditional Vietnamese cuisine in a rustic house, open from 11:00 am to 10:00 pm.
VND350000, 1h30m
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Day 5: City Tour & Shopping

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on February 15, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at L'usine

Start with French-style cafe culture and breakfast, open from 8:00 am daily.
VND150000, 1h

9:30am

Visit Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office

Explore these iconic French colonial landmarks in the city center, open to public throughout the day.
VND0, 1h

11:00am

Shopping at Ben Thanh Market

Shop for souvenirs, handicrafts, and local delicacies, open from 6:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Price depends on purchase, 2h

1:00pm

Lunch at Hoa Tuc

Savor modern Vietnamese cuisine in a chic setting, open from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm.
VND300000, 1h

3:00pm

Visit Jade Emperor Pagoda

Explore this tranquil Taoist temple open daily from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm.
VND0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at The Deck Saigon

Dine by the river with international and Vietnamese fare, open from 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm.
VND500000, 1h30m
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Day 6: Mekong Delta Tour

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on February 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Have an early breakfast before your full-day Mekong Delta tour.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

8:00am

Full-day Mekong Delta Tour

Explore the scenic Mekong Delta with boat rides, local villages, fruit orchards, and traditional workshops. Tours usually last 8-9 hours.
USD70-90 per person, 9h

6:00pm

Return and Dinner Near Hotel

Have a casual dinner at Nha Hang Ngon with a variety of Vietnamese street foods, open till 10:00 pm.
VND200000, 1h
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Day 7: Departure Day

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on February 17, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a final breakfast in Vietnam and prepare for your journey home.
Included in hotel stay, 1h

10:00am

Airport Transfer

Head to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight back to India.
VND0, 1h
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