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

Day 1 – 28 Dec: Arrival in Hanoi

Morning: Depart from Indira Gandhi International Airport and arrive at Nội Bài International Airport. Transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter and settle in.

Afternoon: Take a leisurely walk around Hoàn Kiếm Lake, visiting the iconic Turtle Tower and Ngọc Sơn Temple. Enjoy a light Vietnamese lunch at a lakeside café.

Evening: Explore the bustling streets of the Old Quarter, sampling street food such as bánh mì and phở. End the night with a traditional water‑puppet show.

Day 2 – 29 Dec: Hanoi City Highlights

Morning: Visit the solemn Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex, including the Presidential Palace and One Pillar Pagoda. Continue to the nearby Vietnam Museum of Ethnology.

Afternoon: Tour the historic Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, and stroll through its tranquil gardens. Lunch at a local restaurant serving bánh cuốn.

Evening: Experience Hanoi’s nightlife on Ta Hien Street, where you can try local brews and live music.

Day 3 – 30 Dec: Ha Long Bay Cruise

Morning: Depart early for Ha Long Bay (≈ 4 hours by road). Board a comfortable cruise boat and begin sailing among the limestone karsts.

Afternoon: Explore Ti Cua Island and its sandy beach, then enjoy a seafood lunch on deck. Kayak through hidden lagoons and caves.

Evening: Return to the boat for a sunset dinner, followed by a cooking class on traditional Vietnamese dishes. Overnight aboard the cruise.

Day 4 – 31 Dec: Travel to Hue

Morning: Disembark in Ha Long and fly to Hue. Check‑in at a boutique hotel near the Perfume River.

Afternoon: Visit the expansive Imperial City (Đại Cố Quan), exploring the Thai Hòa Palace and the Forbidden Purple City.

Evening: Celebrate New Year’s Eve with a dinner cruise on the Perfume River, watching fireworks over the historic citadel.

Day 5 – 1 Jan: Hue & Hoi An

Morning: Tour the royal tombs of Emperor Khai Dinh and Emperor Minh Mạng, set amidst lush gardens.

Afternoon: Drive to the UNESCO town of Hoi An. Wander the lantern‑lit Ancient Town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge and old merchant houses.

Evening: Enjoy a riverside dinner in Hoi An, sampling cao lầu noodles, and watch the town illuminated by thousands of lanterns.

Day 6 – 2 Jan: Da Nang & Marble Mountains

Morning: Head to Da Nang and climb the Marble Mountains, exploring caves, pagodas, and panoramic city views.

Afternoon: Relax on My Khe Beach or visit the Cham Museum to see ancient artefacts.

Evening: Return to Hoi An for a final night; consider a night market stroll for souvenirs and snacks.

Day 7 – 3 Jan: Ho Chi Minh City & Departure

Morning: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and drop luggage at a central hotel.

Afternoon: Discover the bustling Ben Thanh Market and the historic War Remnants Museum. Sample a fresh spring roll at a nearby café.

Evening: Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your flight back to Delhi, ending the trip.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Hoàn Kiếm Lake – 2 hrs – $5
• Old Quarter (walking tour) – 3 hrs – $0 (self‑guided)
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex – 2 hrs – $3
• Temple of Literature – 1.5 hrs – $2
• Vietnam Museum of Ethnology – 2 hrs – $4
• Ha Long Bay cruise (2‑night) – 24 hrs – $120
• Imperial City, Hue – 3 hrs – $6
• Royal Tombs (Khải Định & Minh Mạng) – 2 hrs – $5
• Hoi An Ancient Town – 4 hrs – $8 (entry to museum sites)
• Marble Mountains – 2 hrs – $4
• My Khe Beach – 2 hrs – $0
• Cham Museum – 1.5 hrs – $2
• Ben Thanh Market – 1.5 hrs – $0
• War Remnants Museum – 2 hrs – $2
• Domestic flights (Hanoi‑Hue, Hue‑Da Nang‑Saigon) – 3 hrs total – $150
• Accommodation (7 nights) – – $350
• Meals & Miscellaneous – – $180
• Total Estimated Cost – – $845

Tips

To extend the trip, add a full day in the Mekong Delta for boat tours and homestays, or spend an extra night in Ha Long Bay for a deeper cruise experience. If you need to shorten the itinerary, skip Da Nang and fly directly from Hue to Ho Chi Minh City, focusing on the northern highlights and a single day in the south.