7-Day Vietnam Adventure from India: Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

Day 1: Arrival & Relaxation

Hanoi, Vietnam on February 11, 2025

8:00am

Flight from India to Hanoi

Catch your morning flight from India to Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi. Flights typically take around 4-5 hours depending on your departure city.
CURRENCY TBD (depending on airline), 5h0m

2:00pm

Check-in and Rest

Arrive in Hanoi and check in to your hotel. Take some time to rest and acclimatize.
Varies, 2h0m

4:00pm

Evening Stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake

Visit the serene Hoan Kiem Lake area, enjoy the local atmosphere and street performances at dusk.
Free, 1h30m

7:00pm

Dinner at Bun Cha Huong Lien

Try authentic Hanoi cuisine, especially the famous Bun Cha, in the restaurant made famous by President Obama’s visit.
VND 200,000 (~INR 650), 1h0m
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Day 2: Hanoi Culture

Hanoi, Vietnam on February 12, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Pho Gia Truyen

Enjoy iconic Vietnamese Pho at this popular local eatery open from 6am to 10am.
VND 60,000 (~INR 200), 1h0m

8:30am

Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Explore this important historical site and pay respect to Vietnam’s revolutionary leader. Open 8am-11am closed Mondays and Fridays.
Free, 1h30m

10:30am

Tour the Temple of Literature

Visit Vietnam’s first university, a beautiful and peaceful complex dating back to 1070.
VND 30,000 (~INR 100), 1h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Cha Ca Thang Long

Savour the famous turmeric fish dish that’s a Hanoi specialty.
VND 150,000 (~INR 500), 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit the Old Quarter

Explore Hanoi’s bustling streets filled with shops, traditional craft stores and street vendors.
Free, 2h0m

4:00pm

Water Puppet Show

Catch a traditional water puppet show at Thang Long Theatre, running shows at 3pm, 4:30pm and 6:30pm.
VND 100,000 (~INR 350), 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Quan An Ngon

Try a variety of Vietnamese street food dishes in a comfortable setting popular with locals and tourists.
VND 200,000 (~INR 650), 1h30m
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Day 3: Ha Long Bay Tour

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam on February 13, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy a hearty breakfast before heading out for the day trip.
Included with hotel, 1h0m

8:00am

Depart for Ha Long Bay

Join a day cruise from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay (approx. 3.5-hour drive). Tours typically last full day returning by evening.
USD 100 per person (~INR 8000), 10h0m

9:30am

Ha Long Bay Cruise

Experience the UNESCO World Heritage site with limestone karsts, caves and islands. Includes boat ride, lunch on board, and optional kayaking or cave visits.
Included in the tour, 8h0m

6:30pm

Return to Hanoi

Arrive back to your hotel to rest after the long day.
Included, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner near hotel

Grab a light dinner at a nearby café or street vendor to relax after the day trip.
VND 100,000 (~INR 350), 1h0m
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Day 4: Fly to Da Nang & Hoi An

Da Nang & Hoi An, Vietnam on February 14, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast at Hotel

Enjoy breakfast before checking out for the flight to Da Nang.
Included, 1h0m

10:00am

Flight to Da Nang

Take a morning domestic flight from Hanoi to Da Nang airport (about 1.5 hours). Multiple flights daily.
USD 50 per person (~INR 4000), 1h30m

12:00pm

Transfer to Hoi An

Take a short 45-minute taxi ride to the ancient town of Hoi An, check-in to hotel.
VND 400,000 (~INR 1300), 45m

1:00pm

Lunch at Morning Glory

Enjoy traditional central Vietnamese dishes in this highly rated restaurant in Hoi An. Open 10am-10pm daily.
VND 150,000 (~INR 500), 1h0m

2:30pm

Explore Hoi An Ancient Town

Wander the UNESCO-listed streets with lantern-lit evenings and historical buildings. Entry fee for the town’s heritage sites is approx. VND 120,000.
VND 120,000 (~INR 400), 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at Cargo Club

Relax with French-Vietnamese fusion dishes and fresh seafood in a stylish riverside setting. Open 9am-9pm.
VND 250,000 (~INR 850), 1h30m
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Day 5: Hoi An Full Day

Hoi An, Vietnam on February 15, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at your hotel

Start your day with a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit An Bang Beach

Spend the morning relaxing at this beautiful beach just 4km from Hoi An Ancient Town, open all day.
Free, 3h0m

12:30pm

Lunch at Soul Kitchen

Enjoy fresh, organic Vietnamese and fusion cuisine with a beachfront view. Open 9am-9pm.
VND 150,000 (~INR 500), 1h0m

2:00pm

Cycling tour to the countryside

Take a guided cycling tour through rice paddies, local villages, and meet farmers to experience authentic rural life.
VND 350,000 (~INR 1200), 3h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at The Cargo Club

You may enjoy dinner here again or explore other local eateries for more Hoi An specialties.
VND 250,000 (~INR 850), 1h30m
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Day 6: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on February 16, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Enjoy your breakfast before preparing for your flight to Ho Chi Minh City.
Included, 1h0m

11:00am

Flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Take a direct flight from Da Nang to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City, approximately 1.5 hours.
USD 45 per person (~INR 3600), 1h30m

12:30pm

Hotel check-in in Ho Chi Minh City

Settle into your hotel and get ready to explore the city.
Varies, 1h0m

2:00pm

Lunch at Pho Hoa

Taste Ho Chi Minh’s famous pho at this popular longstanding restaurant open 6am-10pm.
VND 70,000 (~INR 230), 1h0m

3:30pm

Visit War Remnants Museum

Explore exhibits related to the Vietnam War with detailed displays. Open 7:30am-6pm daily.
VND 40,000 (~INR 130), 2h0m

6:00pm

Dinner at The Deck Saigon

Enjoy modern Vietnamese cuisine along the Saigon river in a chic atmosphere. Open 10am-10pm.
VND 500,000 (~INR 1700), 1h30m
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Day 7: City Tour & Departure

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on February 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at hotel

Have breakfast at your accommodation to start your last day.
Included, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit Cu Chi Tunnels

Take a half-day trip to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about the Vietnam War underground network. Tours run 8am-5pm.
VND 110,000 (~INR 370), 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch in Ho Chi Minh City

Enjoy your last meal at Secret Garden, a rooftop restaurant serving traditional Vietnamese dishes in a charming setting.
VND 300,000 (~INR 1000), 1h0m

3:00pm

Shopping at Ben Thanh Market

Pick up souvenirs and experience the local market vibe before heading to the airport.
Free to enter, 2h0m

6:00pm

Airport Transfer and Flight to India

Make your way to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your return flight to India, ending your Vietnam journey.
Varies, Varies
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