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12-Day Vietnam North-to-South: Hanoi > Ha Long > Central Vietnam (Hoi An) > Nha Trang > Ho Chi Minh — Flights & Internal Transfers from Bangalore

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Day 1: Travel & Arrival

Bangalore, India → Hanoi, Vietnam on September 10, 2025

6:00am

International flight BLR → HAN

Depart Kempegowda Intl (BLR). Typical one-stop schedules via Singapore/Kuala Lumpur/Colombo or Doha; flight time including connection ~8–12h. Book an evening arrival to maximize day 2 in Hanoi.
USD300-600, 8h0m

6:30pm

Arrival and transfer to hotel

Immigration, collect luggage and private transfer or taxi to Hanoi Old Quarter — travel time ~30–45 min depending on traffic. Check-in and shower.
USD10-25, 45m

8:00pm

Dinner — Pho or Bun Cha in Old Quarter

Try Pho Gia Truyen or Bun Cha Huong Lien for a classic Hanoi first-night meal; both serve until evening and are great introductions to northern Vietnamese flavors.
USD2-6, 1h0m

9:30pm

Evening stroll around Hoan Kiem Lake

Walk the lake and see the Turtle Tower and lantern-lit streets — a gentle way to acclimatize and orient yourself to the Old Quarter.
USD0, 30m
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Day 2: Hanoi Highlights

Hanoi, Vietnam on September 11, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast — Local pho

Start with Pho Bat Dan or Pho Thin in the Old Quarter (typical hours from 6:00/7:00 to early afternoon) for authentic Hanoi-style noodle soup.
USD2-4, 45m

8:30am

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum & Ba Dinh Square

Visit the Mausoleum (typical opening 7:30–10:30; closed Mon & Fri afternoons) and see the house on stilts and Ba Dinh Square — an important modern-history stop.
USD0, 1h0m

10:00am

Temple of Literature & National University

Explore Vietnam’s first university and century-old Confucian temple — peaceful gardens and classic architecture; typically open ~8:00–17:00.
USD1-2, 1h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Bun Cha or Vietnamese street food

Have Bun Cha or mixed street food in the Old Quarter (e.g., Bun Cha Huong Lien) for a hearty midday meal and local experience.
USD3-6, 1h0m

2:00pm

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

A great introduction to Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups with indoor and outdoor exhibits; typical hours 8:30–17:30. Plan 1.5–2 hours.
USD2-4, 1h45m

4:30pm

Coffee break — Egg coffee at Cafe Giang

Try the famous egg coffee — a Hanoi specialty — and relax before the evening show. Cafe Giang usually opens early until evening.
USD2-4, 30m

6:00pm

Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

See a traditional water-puppet performance (common showtimes: 3:30pm, 5:00pm, 7:30pm); shows last ~45–60 minutes — book ahead for evening shows.
USD3-7, 1h0m

7:45pm

Dinner — Cha Ca or local restaurant

Try Cha Ca Thang Long (Hanoi specialty of turmeric fish) or a riverside restaurant in the Old Quarter; many central places open until 9–10pm.
USD6-15, 1h15m
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Day 3: Ha Long Cruise

Hanoi → Ha Long Bay, Vietnam on September 12, 2025

7:00am

Hotel breakfast & checkout

Early breakfast at the hotel and prepare luggage for the shuttle pick-up to Ha Long Bay — most cruises include hotel pickup around 7:30–8:00.
USD0-5, 1h0m

8:00am

Transfer to Ha Long Bay

Shuttle/minivan from Hanoi to Ha Long — drive ~3.5–4 hours depending on route; arrive at cruise pier before boarding.
USD15-30, 4h0m

12:00pm

Embark Ha Long Bay cruise (2 days / 1 night)

Board a mid-range cruise: lunch served, then visit Sung Sot Cave, kayak or swimming in a calm bay area — cruises typically run 24–30 hours; confirm exact itinerary and start times with operator.
USD120-220, 24h0m

6:30pm

Sunset, dinner & on-board activities

Enjoy sunset views, seafood dinner, optional squid fishing or night relax on deck — many cruises offer evening Tai Chi and cooking demonstrations.
USD0 (included), 3h30m
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Day 4: Ha Long → Fly to Central Vietnam

Ha Long → Hanoi → Da Nang → Hoi An, Vietnam on September 13, 2025

7:00am

Morning on board — Tai Chi & breakfast

Short morning activities like cave visit or sunrise views followed by breakfast; most cruises return to pier late morning (around 10:30–12:00).
USD0 (included), 3h0m

12:30pm

Return transfer to Hanoi airport

Shuttle back to Hanoi then transfer to Noi Bai International Airport (allow 3–4 hours transit total from pier to airport).
USD20-40, 4h0m

6:00pm

Flight HAN → DAD (Da Nang)

Domestic flight to Da Nang ~1h20m; frequent carriers include Vietjet, Bamboo, Vietnam Airlines. Book an evening flight to reach Hoi An the same night.
USD35-90, 1h20m

7:45pm

Transfer Da Nang → Hoi An

Taxi or private transfer ~30–45 minutes to Hoi An Ancient Town; check-in and quick rest.
USD12-25, 45m

8:30pm

Dinner — Morning Glory or local riverside restaurant

Enjoy central Vietnamese specialties and Hoi An’s famous dishes (cao lầu, white rose) — many popular restaurants open until 9–10pm.
USD6-15, 1h0m
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Day 5: Hoi An Ancient Town

Hoi An, Vietnam on September 14, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast — Banh Mi Phuong or hotel

Try the famous Banh Mi Phuong (opens early) or a hotel breakfast before exploring Hoi An’s compact Old Town.
USD1-3, 30m

9:00am

Walking tour: Japanese Covered Bridge & Old Houses

Stroll to the Japanese Covered Bridge, Tan Ky House and the colourful lanes; many sites open ~8:00–17:00. Great for photos and cultural insight.
USD1-3, 1h30m

11:00am

Tailor or lantern-making workshop

Visit a tailor (2–3 day turnaround) or join a 60–90 min lantern-making workshop to make a keepsake; workshops commonly run from 9:00–16:00.
USD10-40, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch — Morning Glory Restaurant or Cargo Club

Sample central Vietnamese dishes and Hoi An specialties; both restaurants open midday and are central to the Old Town.
USD6-12, 1h0m

3:00pm

An Bang Beach (relax or swim)

Short ride (~10–15 min) to An Bang Beach for afternoon sun and sea — beach cafes usually open until sunset.
USD0-5, 2h0m

6:30pm

Hoi An night market & lantern river boat

Return to the river for lantern-lit evenings — consider a small boat ride on the river around 7:00–8:30pm and buy flower/lantern offerings.
USD2-8, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner — Mango Rooms or local riverside spot

Enjoy a relaxed dinner using local produce and fusion flavors; most restaurants open late into the evening for tourists.
USD8-18, 1h15m
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Day 6: My Son & Countryside

Hoi An, Vietnam on September 15, 2025

7:00am

Breakfast & depart for My Son Sanctuary

Early pickup for My Son (UNESCO site). Site visits and guided tours commonly start early to avoid midday heat; site open roughly 7:00–17:30.
USD25-50 (tour incl. transport), 4h0m

11:30am

Lunch back in Hoi An — local family-run restaurant

Return to town for a calm lunch and recharge; many family eateries offer homestyle central Vietnamese dishes.
USD5-10, 1h0m

2:00pm

Cycling through rice paddies or half-day cooking class

Choose a 2–3h countryside bike ride through villages and fields or a cooking class (afternoon sessions 2:00–5:30) to learn local techniques.
USD10-35, 2h30m

6:30pm

Dinner — Try Cao Lầu or White Rose

Enjoy local Hoi An signature dishes you may have missed; small restaurants and street vendors serve until about 9–10pm.
USD4-10, 1h0m
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Day 7: Central → South (Flight)

Hoi An/Da Nang → Nha Trang, Vietnam on September 16, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & transfer to Da Nang airport

Breakfast then private transfer to Da Nang (allow 45–60 min) to catch a late-morning flight to Nha Trang.
USD12-25, 1h15m

11:00am

Flight DAD → CXR (Nha Trang)

Short domestic flight (~1h10) into Cam Ranh (often coded CXR) or Nha Trang city airport; arrive early afternoon and transfer to your hotel.
USD30-80, 1h10m

1:00pm

Lunch — Sailing Club Nha Trang

Beachfront lunch spot with international options and seafood; great first impression of Nha Trang coastline (open for lunch and dinner).
USD8-20, 1h0m

3:00pm

Relax on the beach or visit Po Nagar Cham Towers

Swim, sunbathe or visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers (open ~6:00–18:00) for a cultural stop close to town.
USD0-3, 2h0m

7:30pm

Dinner — Lac Canh or local seafood restaurant

Try the famous Lac Canh grilled beef or fresh seafood on Tran Phu beach strip; many places open until late evening.
USD6-20, 1h15m
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Day 8: Nha Trang Islands

Nha Trang, Vietnam on September 17, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & depart for boat tour

Full-day boat island/snorkel tour typically departs 8:00–8:30 and runs until mid/late afternoon; includes snorkeling, beach time and island visits.
USD25-60, 8h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Included or seaside restaurant

Most boat trips include a lunch on an island or you can try a beachfront restaurant after returning; fresh seafood options are plentiful.
USD0-12, 1h0m

4:00pm

Return to hotel & relax

Return late afternoon for a rest or spa treatment — Nha Trang has many affordable spas open into the evening.
USD8-30, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner — Night market or local seafood

Stroll to the night market for street eats or choose a beachside seafood restaurant; markets typically open from early evening.
USD4-15, 1h0m
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Day 9: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City

Nha Trang → Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam on September 18, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast & transfer to airport

Check out and transfer to Cam Ranh/Nha Trang airport for late-morning flight to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).
USD12-25, 1h30m

11:00am

Flight CXR → SGN

Flight ~1h10; arrive midday and transfer to central District 1 hotels to drop luggage and begin exploring.
USD30-80, 1h10m

1:00pm

Lunch — Banh Mi Huynh Hoa or Pho Hoa

Famous banh mi and pho spots near District 1 (open most of the day) give a quick, reliable lunch.
USD2-8, 45m

2:30pm

Notre-Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office

Iconic French-colonial landmarks: Notre-Dame (exterior) and the Central Post Office (open ~8:00–17:00).
USD0, 45m

3:30pm

War Remnants Museum

Powerful exhibits on the Vietnam War era; typical hours ~7:30–12:00 and 13:30–17:00 (verify current hours) — allow 1–2 hours.
USD2-4, 1h30m

7:30pm

Dinner — Cuc Gach Quan or Propaganda

Book ahead for a memorable dinner featuring Vietnamese fusion and traditional dishes in a well-regarded setting; most open through the evening.
USD10-25, 1h15m
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Day 10: Mekong Delta Day

Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta → Ho Chi Minh City on September 19, 2025

7:00am

Depart for Mekong Delta (Ben Tre or Cai Be)

Guided day trip departs early (7:00–8:00). Boat rides through canals, fruit orchard visits and local villages; most tours include lunch and return late afternoon.
USD30-70, 10h0m

12:30pm

Lunch — Local Mekong meal included

Typical Delta lunches include river-fresh fish, seasonal fruits and regional specialties served at local houses or restaurants as part of the tour.
USD0 (included), 1h0m

5:30pm

Return to HCMC & relax

Back in the city in the early evening; rest at the hotel before dinner.
USD0, 1h0m

8:00pm

Dinner — Rooftop bar or local bistro

Try a rooftop bar for skyline views (e.g., Chill Skybar) or a flavorful bistro like Anan Saigon for contemporary Vietnamese cuisine.
USD12-30, 1h30m
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Day 11: Cu Chi & City Farewell

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam on September 20, 2025

7:00am

Cu Chi Tunnels half-day tour

Depart early for Cu Chi (approx 1.5–2h drive). Walk tunnels and learn about guerrilla life; the site usually opens 7:00–17:00. Return midday.
USD20-40, 5h0m

1:30pm

Lunch — Ben Thanh Market foods

Explore Ben Thanh Market stalls and try local dishes like com tam or fresh spring rolls; markets are lively through the afternoon.
USD3-8, 1h0m

3:00pm

Shopping & Bitexco Sky Deck

Shop for souvenirs at Ben Thanh or Saigon Square then go up Bitexco Financial Tower for panoramic city views (Sky Deck open ~10:00–22:00).
USD10-15, 1h30m

6:30pm

Farewell dinner — The Deck Saigon or Quan An Ngon

Enjoy a riverside or high-end Vietnamese meal to close the trip; reservations recommended for popular spots.
USD20-45, 1h30m
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Day 12: Departure

Ho Chi Minh City → Bangalore, India on September 21, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast & final packing

Relaxed hotel breakfast and last-minute packing; confirm flight time and airport transfer arrangements.
USD0-5, 45m

10:00am

Transfer to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) airport

Allow at least 2–3 hours prior to international flights; take a private transfer or taxi to the airport (traffic can be heavy).
USD10-20, 45m

1:00pm

International flight SGN → BLR

Depart Ho Chi Minh for Bangalore with one connection (common hubs: Singapore, KL, Bangkok). Total travel time ~6–10h with connection.
USD300-600, 8h0m

10:30pm

Arrive Bangalore (approx.)

Arrival time depends on chosen flights and connections. End of the 12-day Vietnam itinerary.
USD0, 0h0m
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