Morning: Arrive in Hanoi and settle into your accommodation. Start the day with a vegan breakfast at Chay Vegan Restaurant, known for fresh, traditional Vietnamese vegan dishes.
Afternoon: Explore the historic Old Quarter on foot or by cyclo, visiting the Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple. Enjoy vegan street food snacks from local vendors around the lake.
Evening: Attend a traditional Water Puppet Show near Hoan Kiem Lake followed by dinner at Uu Dam Chay, a top-rated vegan fine dining restaurant blending local flavors with creativity.
Find HotelsMorning: Depart early for Halong Bay, enjoying a scenic drive. Embark on a luxury vegan-friendly overnight cruise through the UNESCO World Heritage limestone karsts and emerald waters.
Afternoon: Participate in kayaking or visit caves like Sung Sot Cave. All meals on board are specially prepared vegan options made with fresh local produce.
Evening: Relax on deck at sunset and enjoy a serene vegan dinner while anchored amidst the beautiful bay.
Find HotelsMorning: Morning Tai Chi session on the boat deck before breakfast. Return to Hanoi and visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university and a peaceful garden.
Afternoon: Explore the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology to learn about Vietnam's diverse ethnic groups. Snack on vegan bánh mì and fresh fruit from local vendors.
Evening: Dinner at Minh Chay Vegan Restaurant with seasonal, innovative dishes. Optional evening stroll around the West Lake.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Hue. Begin the day with vegan bánh bèo (steamed rice cakes) at the vegan food stalls near Dong Ba Market. Visit the Imperial City (Citadel), a grand complex of palaces and temples.
Afternoon: Boat trip on the Perfume River, stopping at the Thien Mu Pagoda. Enjoy a riverside vegan lunch at a local eatery.
Evening: Explore the vibrant Puppet Garden or walk along the Dong Ba Market area with vegan street food options for dinner.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start with a vegan breakfast at Vegan Zone. Stroll through the old town’s Japanese Covered Bridge and ancient houses.
Afternoon: Take a vegan cooking class focused on traditional central Vietnamese dishes. Later, relax on Cua Dai Beach or An Bang Beach.
Evening: Dinner at Rosie's Café, offering a wide variety of vegan Vietnamese and Western dishes. Enjoy the lantern-lit town atmosphere at night.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the My Son Sanctuary, an ancient Cham temple complex enveloped in lush jungle.
Afternoon: Take a scenic vegan picnic lunch in the countryside. Cycle through Hoi An’s rice paddies and small villages absorbing rural Vietnamese life.
Evening: Return to Hoi An for a quiet vegan dinner at Morning Glory, featuring authentic regional flavors in a cozy setting.
Find HotelsMorning: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Start your day at Prem Bistro, a vegan restaurant offering international and Vietnamese dishes. Visit the War Remnants Museum to understand Vietnam's history.
Afternoon: Explore the Ben Thanh Market for vegan snacks and local crafts. Discover the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica and Saigon Central Post Office.
Evening: Dinner at Hum Vegetarian, Lounge & Restaurant, known for elegant vegan cuisine, followed by a stroll along the lively Nguyen Hue Walking Street.
Find HotelsTotal Estimated Cost: $380
To extend your trip, consider adding a visit to the Mekong Delta for a vegan homestay experience and floating market tours, or spend extra days exploring the Central Highlands with more vegan culinary adventures and nature treks. For those wishing to reduce trip duration, combine Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City highlights with a single Halong Bay day cruise and skip Hue or Hoi An to focus on urban exploration and cultural immersion.