10‑Day Vietnam Itinerary: South → North (6 People, INR)

Day 1: Arrival in Ho Chi Minh City & Exploration

Morning: Arrive at Tan Sơn Nhat International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Settle in and enjoy a light Vietnamese breakfast.

Afternoon: Take a guided Ho Chi Minh City Tour covering the Notre‑Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and bustling Ben Thanh Market.

Evening: Stroll down Bui Vien Street, sample street‑food delicacies, and sip coffee at a rooftop bar overlooking the Saigon River.

Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels & City Highlights

Morning: Journey to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, exploring the underground network and learning about Vietnam’s wartime history.

Afternoon: Return to the city for a visit to the War Remnants Museum and the bustling Dong Khoi shopping district.

Evening: Dine at a local restaurant in District 1 and enjoy a traditional water‑puppet show.

Day 3: Fly to Da Nang & Transfer to Hoi An

Morning: Catch a domestic flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang; upon arrival, meet your driver for the scenic coastal transfer.

Afternoon: Check‑in at a boutique hotel in Hoi An Old Town and begin a leisurely walking tour of the lantern‑lit streets.

Evening: Enjoy a riverside dinner and watch the lanterns reflected on the Thu Bon River.

Day 4: My Son Sanctuary & Hoi An Exploration

Morning: Depart for the UNESCO‑listed My Son Sanctuary, exploring ancient Cham temple ruins amid jungle scenery.

Afternoon: Return to Hoi An for a hands‑on cooking class where you’ll learn to prepare classic Vietnamese dishes.

Evening: Free time to shop for tailor‑made garments and enjoy the nightly lantern festival.

Day 5: Transfer to Hue & Imperial City

Morning: Travel by private car along the Hai Van Pass to Hue, admiring coastal vistas.

Afternoon: Explore the Hue Imperial City (Citadel), visiting the Thai Hòa Palace and Forbidden Purple City.

Evening: Take a relaxing Perfume River Cruise to see the illuminated citadel and royal tombs.

Day 6: Phong Nha‑Ke Bang National Park

Morning: Drive to Phong Nha, arriving at the entrance of Paradise Cave for a guided spelunking adventure.

Afternoon: Continue with a boat ride on the Son River and a short hike to the stunning Phong Nha Cave.

Evening: Return to Hue for a restful night; optional tasting of local goat meat specialties.

Day 7: Fly to Hanoi & Old Quarter

Morning: Board a flight from Hue (via Da Nang) to Hanoi, then transfer to your hotel in the historic Old Quarter.

Afternoon: Guided walk through Hoàn Kiếm Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, and the bustling Dong Xuan Market.

Evening: Sample Hanoi’s famous “bun cha” at a local eatery and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the lake.

Day 8: Hanoi City Highlights

Morning: Visit the Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and the nearby Vietnam Fine Arts Museum.

Afternoon: Explore the historic Hoa Lư (Presidential Palace) area and watch a traditional water‑puppet show.

Evening: Free time to shop for silk and lacquerware in the Old Quarter or relax at a rooftop bar.

Day 9: Halong Bay Overnight Cruise

Morning: Depart early for the UNESCO‑listed Halong Bay, boarding a comfortable cruise ship.

Afternoon: Sail among limestone karsts, visit Sung Sơn Cave, and enjoy kayaking in the emerald waters.

Evening: Savor a seafood dinner on deck, followed by a night under the stars on the deck’s lounge area.

Day 10: Departure from Hanoi

Morning: Disembark after breakfast and transfer to Noi Bai International Airport for your departure flight.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Ho Chi Minh City Tour – Estimated time: 3 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 5,000
• Cu Chi Tunnels – Estimated time: 4 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 8,000
• Flight HCMC → Da Nang (per person) – Estimated time: 1.5 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 6,000 (×6 = INR 36,000)
• Transfer to Hoi An – Estimated time: 1 hr – Estimated cost: INR 4,000
• Hoi An Old Town Walk – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 3,000
• My Son Sanctuary Tour – Estimated time: 4 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 7,000
• Hue Imperial City (Citadel) – Estimated time: 3 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 5,000
• Perfume River Cruise – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 6,000
• Paradise Cave (Phong Nha) – Estimated time: 4 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 9,000
• Flight Da Nang → Hanoi (per person) – Estimated time: 2 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 6,000 (×6 = INR 36,000)
• Hanoi City Tour – Estimated time: 3 hrs – Estimated cost: INR 5,000
• Halong Bay Overnight Cruise – Estimated time: 1 night – Estimated cost: INR 30,000

Total Estimated Cost (for 6 people): INR 154,000

Tips

To extend the trip, add a day in Phong Nha for the stunning Phong Nha‑Ke Bang caves or a two‑day cruise in Halong Bay to explore Cat Ba Island. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Day 5 and Day 6 by flying directly from Hue to Hanoi, skipping Phong Nha, and replace the Halong Bay cruise with a half‑day bay tour. Adjustments can be made while keeping travel comfortable for the group of six.