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9-Day Vietnam North-to-South Itinerary: Hanoi → Ha Long → Da Nang → Hoi An (My Son) → Ho Chi Minh → Mekong → Phu Quoc (08–16 Nov 2025)

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Day 1: Depart Delhi

In flight → Hanoi, Vietnam on November 8, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast — Home or Delhi airport

Have a nutritious breakfast before international check-in (arrive ~3 hours before your flight).
INR500, 45m

8:30am

Flight — Delhi (DEL) to Hanoi (HAN)

Board your international flight; depending on carrier this may be direct or one-stop—flight ~5–7 hours to Hanoi.
INR25000, 6h0m

3:30pm

Arrival & transfer to hotel

Clear immigration and collect luggage, then transfer to your Hanoi hotel (allow 1–1.5 hours for formalities and transfer).
VND300000, 1h30m

5:00pm

Stroll — Hoan Kiem Lake & Old Quarter

Easy walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter to soak in city vibes and see local life (open all day).
VND0, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — Street-food / casual restaurant

Try a relaxed selection of Vietnamese dishes in the Old Quarter—perfect after a long travel day (many places open late).
VND200000, 1h0m

Day 2: Hanoi Highlights

Hanoi, Vietnam on November 9, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast — Cafe Giang or hotel

Sample Hanoi’s famous egg coffee at Cafe Giang (opens ~07:30) or enjoy hotel breakfast to prepare for the day.
VND80000, 45m

9:00am

Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple

Walk the lake and visit Ngoc Son Temple (open ~08:00–17:00) for classic city photos and local culture.
VND30000, 1h0m

10:30am

Old Quarter walking & street food

Explore the 36-street Old Quarter, taste pho, bun cha and street snacks, and browse local shops (streets lively all day).
VND0, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch — Bún Chả Hương Liên

Enjoy authentic bun cha or a hearty pho at a recommended local eatery—great mid-day fuel (open midday).
VND150000, 1h0m

3:00pm

Temple of Literature (Văn Miếu)

Visit Vietnam’s first university with peaceful courtyards and historical exhibits (open ~08:00–17:00).
VND30000, 1h0m

7:00pm

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Watch a traditional water puppet show (evening performances commonly at 19:00 and 20:30) — unique cultural performance (~50 minutes).
VND120000, 50m

8:30pm

Dinner — Old Quarter street-food crawl

Finish the day sampling a variety of street-food dishes and desserts in the Old Quarter; many vendors open late.
VND200000, 1h0m

Day 3: Ha Long Cruise

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam on November 10, 2025

7:00am

Transfer — Hanoi to Ha Long

Early road transfer by private car or shuttle to Ha Long (approx. 3.5–4 hours); early departure helps board a midday cruise and avoid city traffic.
VND450000, 3h30m

11:30am

Board cruise & lunch onboard

Check in and board a midday overnight cruise—enjoy a seafood lunch as you begin cruising among limestone karsts (confirm cruise schedule with operator).
VND2200000, 1h0m

1:30pm

Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride

Explore secluded lagoons and floating villages by kayak or traditional boat—activities depend on weather and itinerary.
VND0, 1h30m

4:00pm

Cave visit or Titov Beach

Stop at a notable cave (e.g., Sung Sot) or Titov Beach for swimming and panoramic views—access depends on cruise route and daylight.
VND0, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner & evening on board

Enjoy a seafood dinner and optional evening activities—sunset views, squid fishing or stargazing while anchored.
VND0, 2h0m

Day 4: Fly to Da Nang

Da Nang, Vietnam on November 11, 2025

6:30am

Sunrise & disembark

Enjoy sunrise on deck, have breakfast and disembark; arrange transfer to Hanoi airport if flying onward from HAN (allow transit time).
VND0, 1h0m

10:30am

Flight — Hanoi (HAN) to Da Nang (DAD)

Fly to Da Nang (~1h15m) to begin central Vietnam portion—book flights to align with cruise disembark time.
VND900000, 1h15m

1:30pm

Lunch — Bé Anh Seafood or waterfront cafe

Sample fresh seafood or central-Vietnam dishes at a recommended Da Nang restaurant—many open through the afternoon.
VND250000, 1h0m

3:00pm

Marble Mountains or My Khe Beach

Visit Marble Mountains (open ~07:00–17:30) for caves and pagodas, or relax at My Khe Beach for a sunset walk and swim.
VND40000, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner — Han River waterfront

Enjoy grilled dishes or seafood at a riverside or rooftop restaurant; relax and prepare for the Ba Na Hills day tomorrow.
VND250000, 1h0m

9:00pm

Evening walk — Dragon Bridge

See the Dragon Bridge lit up; on some weekends there’s a 21:00 fire/water show—check event schedule for your date.
VND0, 45m

Day 5: Ba Na Hills → Hoi An

Ba Na Hills (Da Nang) → Hoi An, Vietnam on November 12, 2025

7:00am

Depart for Ba Na Hills

Leave early to beat crowds; drive from Da Nang takes ~45–60 minutes and the park generally opens early morning.
VND200000, 1h0m

8:30am

Ba Na Hills cable car & Golden Bridge

Ride the long cable car to Ba Na Hills (park hours commonly ~07:30–22:00), walk the Golden Bridge, and visit the French Village and gardens for panoramic views.
VND900000, 5h0m

1:30pm

Lunch — Ba Na Hills buffet

Eat at a hilltop buffet or café to recharge; options cater to both international and Vietnamese tastes.
VND250000, 1h0m

3:00pm

Transfer to Hoi An

Descend and drive (~45 minutes) to Hoi An—check into your hotel and rest before an evening in the Ancient Town.
VND300000, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner — Morning Glory Restaurant (Hoi An)

Try Hoi An specialties like cao lầu and white rose dumplings at a popular riverside restaurant (open evenings).
VND200000, 1h0m

8:30pm

Lantern walk — Hoi An Ancient Town

Experience the lantern-lit lanes and riverside atmosphere—Ancient Town is beautifully lit from around 18:00–22:00.
VND0, 1h0m

Day 6: My Son & Fly South

Hoi An → My Son Sanctuary → Da Nang Airport → Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on November 13, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast — Hoi An cafe or hotel

Enjoy Hoi An coffee and a light bánh mì or rice cake; most cafes open by 07:00–08:00 before departure to My Son.
VND100000, 45m

9:00am

My Son Sanctuary half-day (UNESCO site)

Visit the My Son Cham ruins (open ~07:00–17:00) to see ancient Hindu temple complexes set in a jungle valley; it's about 1–1.5 hours’ drive from Hoi An and a must-see Cham heritage site.
VND500000, 5h0m

2:00pm

Return to Hoi An — late lunch & quick shopping

Back in Hoi An, have a late lunch and if needed visit a tailor or pick up souvenirs—shops stay open until ~20:00.
VND150000, 2h0m

5:00pm

Transfer to Da Nang Airport

Drive (~45 minutes) to Da Nang Airport for an evening flight to Ho Chi Minh City; allow time for traffic and airport check-in.
VND300000, 1h0m

7:30pm

Flight — Da Nang (DAD) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Evening flight to Ho Chi Minh City (~1h20m); arrive and check into your District 1 hotel to explore the evening cityscape.
VND800000, 1h20m

9:30pm

Dinner — Bánh Mì or late Saigon meal

Grab an iconic Saigon bánh mì or enjoy dinner at a nearby restaurant open late—ideal after arrival and check-in.
VND120000, 45m

Day 7: Mekong Delta Day

Mekong Delta (My Tho/Ben Tre) → Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on November 14, 2025

6:30am

Breakfast & depart for Mekong

Early breakfast then depart (~07:00) by road to the Mekong Delta—drive time ~1.5–2 hours depending on traffic.
VND100000, 45m

9:30am

Boat cruise, canals & local village visits

Cruise the delta’s canals, visit fruit orchards, bee gardens and coconut workshops; most day tours include a riverside lunch and return by late afternoon.
VND800000, 6h0m

4:00pm

Return to Ho Chi Minh City & rest

Drive back to Saigon and relax at your hotel ahead of dinner—allow ~1.5–2 hours for the return trip depending on traffic.
VND0, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — Cuc Gach Quan or rooftop

Choose home-style Vietnamese cooking at Cuc Gach Quan or enjoy skyline views at a rooftop restaurant in District 1 (open evenings).
VND300000, 1h30m

Day 8: Fly to Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam on November 15, 2025

6:30am

Transfer to Tan Son Nhat & breakfast

Early transfer to SGN for a morning flight to Phu Quoc; arrive at the airport 60–90 minutes prior for domestic flights and have a quick breakfast.
VND0, 1h0m

8:30am

Flight — Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Phu Quoc (PQC)

Morning flight (approx. 1 hour) to Phu Quoc gives a full island day—book early for convenient timings.
VND900000, 1h0m

10:30am

Hotel check-in & Long Beach / Sao Beach

Check into your resort and head to Long Beach or Sao Beach for swimming and relaxation; many hotels offer late breakfast or luggage hold for early arrivals.
VND0, 2h0m

1:00pm

Lunch — Beachside seafood shack

Enjoy fresh grilled seafood—Phu Quoc is known for excellent seafood and relaxed beachfront dining.
VND250000, 1h0m

2:30pm

Afternoon — Snorkelling / island-hopping

Join a boat trip to the An Thoi islands for snorkelling and swimming; many tours depart in the afternoon—confirm start times when booking.
VND1200000, 4h0m

6:30pm

Dinh Cau Night Market — dinner

Explore Dinh Cau Night Market (open ~17:00–23:00) for seafood stalls, snacks and souvenirs—great for a casual dinner and evening atmosphere.
VND200000, 2h0m

8:30pm

Important note about My Son Sanctuary

My Son Sanctuary is on the mainland near Hoi An (included on Day 6). It is not located on Phu Quoc and cannot be visited from the island—recommended Phu Quoc cultural alternatives below.
VND0, 5m

8:35pm

Alternative cultural visits in Phu Quoc

Visit Coi Nguon Museum (local history), Phu Quoc Prison (historical site), pepper farms, and fish-sauce factories for island heritage—these are accessible from Duong Dong and open daytime to early evening.
VND50000, 1h30m

Day 9: Return Home

Phu Quoc → Ho Chi Minh City → Delhi, India on November 16, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast & hotel check-out

Early breakfast and check-out; arrange airport transfer—domestic flights recommend arriving 45–60 minutes before departure.
VND0, 45m

9:00am

Flight — Phu Quoc (PQC) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)

Short morning flight (~1 hour) to Ho Chi Minh City to connect with your international return—allow at least 2–3 hours for international check-in connections.
VND600000, 1h0m

12:00pm

Transit & lunch at SGN

Have a light lunch at the airport or nearby cafe while you wait for international check-in to open and for your long-haul flight.
VND150000, 1h0m

3:30pm

Flight — Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Delhi (DEL)

Board your international flight back to Delhi; flight duration and routing vary—confirm timing and arrive at the airport well ahead of departure.
INR35000, 6h0m

9:30pm

Arrival — Delhi (local time may vary)

Arrive in Delhi, clear immigration and collect luggage—welcome home and allow time to rest after travel.
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