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7-Day Adventurous Vietnam Itinerary for July 2023

  1. Day 1: Hanoi
    30 minutes (14 km) from Noi Bai International Airport

    In the morning, explore the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature and the Hoa Lo Prison Museum. In the evening, watch a traditional water puppet show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.

  2. Day 2: Sapa
    6 hours (320 km) from Hanoi

    In the morning, trek through the rice terraces and ethnic minority villages in the Hoang Lien Son Mountains. In the afternoon, visit the Silver Waterfall and Heaven's Gate. In the evening, enjoy a home-cooked meal with a local family.

  3. Day 3: Ha Long Bay
    5 hours (290 km) from Sapa

    In the morning, take a cruise on Ha Long Bay and kayak through the limestone caves and karst formations. In the afternoon, swim in the emerald waters or relax on the beach. In the evening, watch the sunset and enjoy a seafood dinner on board.

  4. Day 4: Hue
    5 hours (160 km) from Hanoi

    In the morning, visit the Imperial Citadel and the Forbidden Purple City. In the afternoon, take a boat ride along the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda. In the evening, sample the local cuisine on Dong Ba Market.

  5. Day 5: Hoi An
    3 hours (130 km) from Hue

    In the morning, explore the UNESCO-listed Old Town and the Japanese Covered Bridge. In the afternoon, visit the Tra Que vegetable village and learn how to make local dishes. In the evening, take a sunset boat ride on the Thu Bon River.

  6. Day 6: Nha Trang
    10 hours (500 km) from Hoi An

    In the morning, snorkel or scuba dive in the crystal-clear waters of Hon Mun Island. In the afternoon, relax on the beaches of Bai Dai or Doc Let. In the evening, visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers and the Long Son Pagoda.

  7. Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City
    1 hour (8 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    In the morning, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn about the Vietnam War. In the afternoon, explore the Ben Thanh Market and the Notre-Dame Cathedral. In the evening, take a food tour and taste the best of Vietnamese street food.

Recommendations

You might also want to consider a side trip to the Mekong Delta or the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. To maximize your fun, try a motorbike tour, a hot air balloon ride, or a kitesurfing lesson. Don't forget to try the local coffee and craft beer, and to bargain at the markets.

Don't forget to book your hotels and flights at https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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