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Delhi to Vietnam Itinerary: 28 Dec 2025 – 3 Jan 2026

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Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi

Morning: Depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport on a direct flight to Hanoi. Enjoy a comfortable journey and arrive by midday.

Afternoon: Transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter, check‑in and freshen up. Take a leisurely stroll through the bustling streets, sampling street‑food delicacies.

Evening: Dine at a rooftop restaurant overlooking Hoan Kiem Lake and watch the nightly light show at the lake’s historic Turtle Tower.

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Day 2: Hanoi City Highlights

Morning: Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and the Ngọc Sơn Temple, then walk to the historic Temple of Literature for a glimpse of Vietnam’s scholarly past.

Afternoon: Explore the French Quarter’s colonial architecture before heading to the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology for cultural insights.

Evening: Enjoy a traditional Water Puppet Show at Thăng Long Theatre, followed by dinner in the Old Quarter.

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Day 3: Ha Long Bay Cruise (Overnight)

Morning: Depart early for Ha Long Bay, cruising through limestone karsts and visiting Ti Top Island for panoramic views.

Afternoon: Explore Survivor Cave and enjoy a seafood lunch on board. Participate in a cooking demonstration of Vietnamese dishes.

Evening: Relax on the deck as the sun sets, followed by a candlelit dinner and optional squid fishing under the stars.

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Day 4: Transfer to Hoi An

Morning: Disembark after breakfast, return to Hanoi and catch a short flight to Da Nang. Transfer to the charming town of Hoi An.

Afternoon: Check‑in to a riverside boutique hotel, then wander the UNESCO‑listed Hoi An Ancient Town, admiring its lantern‑lit streets.

Evening: Dine at a riverside eatery and watch the town glow with hundreds of colorful lanterns during the nightly lantern festival.

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Day 5: Hoi An Exploration

Morning: Visit the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge and the historic Tan Ky Old House, learning about the town’s multicultural heritage.

Afternoon: Join a hands‑on lantern‑making workshop, then relax on the pristine sands of An Bang Beach.

Evening: Sample local specialties such as cao lầu and white rose dumplings at a bustling night market.

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Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City Discovery

Morning: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City and settle into a downtown hotel. Begin with a visit to the poignant War Remnants Museum.

Afternoon: Browse the vibrant stalls of Ben Thanh Market**, tasting fresh tropical fruits and trying a coffee drip.

Evening: Enjoy dinner on a rooftop bar overlooking the Saigon River, and optionally explore the lively nightlife in District 1.

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Day 7: Mekong Delta Day Trip & Departure

Morning: Embark on a guided boat tour of the Mekong Delta, navigating narrow canals and visiting a floating market.

Afternoon: Experience local village life, sample coconut candy, and enjoy a traditional lunch on a riverside homestead.

Evening: Return to Ho Chi Minh City for a final dinner, then transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight back to Delhi.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Hanoi Old Quarter – 3 hrs – $20
  • Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngọc Sơn Temple – 1.5 hrs – $5
  • Temple of Literature – 2 hrs – $4
  • Water Puppet Show – 1 hr – $10
  • Ha Long Bay Cruise (2‑night) – 36 hrs – $180
  • Ti Top Island – 2 hrs – $15
  • Survivor Cave – 1 hr – $7
  • Hoi An Ancient Town – 3 hrs – $12
  • Japanese Covered Bridge – 1 hr – $3
  • Lantern‑making Workshop – 2 hrs – $25
  • An Bang Beach – 3 hrs – $0 (public beach)
  • War Remnants Museum – 2 hrs – $2
  • Ben Thanh Market – 2 hrs – $0 (shopping optional)
  • Mekong Delta Boat Tour – 6 hrs – $40
  • Cu Chi Tunnels (optional) – 4 hrs – $30
  • Total Estimated Cost: $393

Tips

If you need to shorten the trip, skip the overnight Ha Long Bay cruise and replace it with a day‑trip from Hanoi; this saves a night and reduces cost. To extend your stay, add a full day in Hoi An to explore nearby My Son ruins or take a cooking class, and consider an extra night in Ho Chi Minh City to visit the Cu Chi tunnels in depth.

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