Morning: Depart Kolkata on an early flight and land at Hanoi Noi Bai International Airport. Transfer to a centrally‑located 3‑star hotel for check‑in and a quick refresh.
Afternoon: Enjoy a relaxed stroll around the historic Old Quarter, sampling street‑food delights such as bánh mi and pho.
Evening: Dine at a riverside restaurant overlooking the Red River and soak up the lively night market atmosphere.
Find HotelsMorning: Visit the iconic Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum complex and the nearby One Pillar Pagoda.
Afternoon: Explore the cultural Temple of Literature and then relax in the tranquil Ho Chi Minh Lake park.
Evening: Attend a traditional water‑puppet show at the Thang Long Theatre followed by dinner at a local eatery.
Find HotelsMorning: Transfer to Ha Long Bay (≈4 h drive) and board a 2‑night cruise ship.
Afternoon: Cruise through the limestone karsts, kayak to Ti Top Island, and enjoy a fresh seafood lunch on deck.
Evening: Relish a sunset dinner, try squid fishing, and unwind under the stars.
Find HotelsMorning: Continue cruising, visiting Gio Cuu Cave before disembarking.
Afternoon: Transfer back to Hanoi and catch an afternoon flight to Hue.
Evening: Check into a 3‑star hotel in Hue’s historic centre and enjoy a quiet dinner by the Perfume River.
Find HotelsMorning: Tour the UNESCO‑listed Imperial City (Citadel) and the Thien Mu Pagoda.
Afternoon: Take a scenic boat ride on the Perfume River to visit the royal tombs of Khai Dinh and Tu Duc.
Evening: Sample Hue’s specialty dishes such as bánh bèo and cốm at a riverside restaurant.
Find HotelsMorning: Drive to Hoi An (≈2 h) and check into a boutique 3‑star hotel.
Afternoon: Wander the lantern‑lit streets of the Hoi An Ancient Town, visiting the Japanese Covered Bridge and old merchant houses.
Evening: Join a cooking class to learn how to make fresh spring rolls, then stroll the riverfront for night‑market shopping.
**Day 7: Da Nang – Beach & Culture**Morning: Transfer to Da Nang (≈45 min) and relax on My Khe Beach.
Afternoon: Explore the marble marvels of Marble Mountain and the impressive Dragon Bridge.
Evening: Dine on fresh seafood at a beachfront restaurant and watch the dragon bridge’s nightly fire‑show.
Find HotelsMorning: Take a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City and check into a centrally‑located 3‑star hotel.
Afternoon: Discover the bustling Ben Thanh Market**, then visit the historic Notre‑Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office.
Evening: Enjoy a rooftop dinner with panoramic city views at District 1.
Find HotelsMorning: Travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels for a guided underground tour.
Afternoon: Return to Saigon and explore the War Remnants Museum and the vibrant Pham Ngu Lao Street for coffee and people‑watching.
Evening: Celebrate the trip’s final night with a dinner cruise on the Saigon River.
Find HotelsMorning: Embark on a full‑day excursion to the Mekong Delta, navigating the waterways of My Tho and Cai Be islands.
Afternoon: Sample tropical fruits, visit a local workshop, and enjoy a traditional lunch on a riverbank.
Evening: Transfer to Tan Son Nhat Airport for the evening flight back to Kolkata.
Find HotelsIf you wish to extend the journey, add two extra days in Hoi An to explore nearby villages like Tra Ninh and enjoy a cycling tour of the countryside. To shorten the trip, you can skip the Mekong Delta day‑trip and combine Hanoi’s city tour with a half‑day Ha Long Bay excursion, saving roughly one night of accommodation and INR 5,000‑7,000 in overall costs.