7‑Day Family Tour of Vietnam

Day 1: Arrival & Hanoi Exploration

Morning: Arrive at Nội Bài International Airport and transfer to your hotel in the Old Quarter. After settling in, take a leisurely walk to Hoàn Kiếm Lake for a first taste of Hanoi’s charm.

Afternoon: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch before visiting the historic Temple of Literature, Vietnam’s first university, where children can explore ancient courtyards and stone steles.

Evening: Stroll through the bustling Nguyễn Trường Tộ Night Market, sampling street food and picking up souvenirs, then return to the hotel for an early night.

Day 2: Ha Long Bay Cruise

Morning: Depart Hanoi by private coach to the harbor and board a family‑friendly cruise for a day on Ha Long Bay. Begin with a scenic sail past towering limestone karsts.

Afternoon: Anchor at Ti Top Island for a short hike and a beach swim, followed by a seafood lunch on deck. Continue cruising to explore hidden caves such as Thien Cung Cave.

Evening: Return to the harbor, transfer back to Hanoi, and enjoy a quiet dinner near your hotel.

Day 3: Hanoi to Hue

Morning: Visit the solemn Hoa Lo Prison Museum for a brief history lesson, then head to the airport for a short flight to Hue.

Afternoon: After checking into your hotel, explore the imperial Citadel, including the Forbidden Purple City, where the royal family once lived.

Evening: Dine along the Perfume River and watch the nightly illumination of the Thuận Hóa Bridge, a relaxing end to the day.

Day 4: Hue to Hoi An

Morning: Take a scenic drive through the Hai Van Pass, stopping at the panoramic viewpoint of Lang Co Beach. Continue to the historic town of Hoi An.

Afternoon: Check into your riverside resort and join a guided walking tour of the UNESCO‑listed Hoi An Ancient Town, admiring the Japanese Covered Bridge and lantern‑lit streets.

Evening: Participate in a lantern‑making workshop, then enjoy dinner at a riverside restaurant while the town glows with hundreds of lanterns.

Day 5: Hoi An & Da Nang

Morning: Take a short boat trip to Cham Island for snorkeling and a beach picnic, perfect for the kids to explore marine life.

Afternoon: Return to Hoi An, then travel to Da Nang to visit the iconic Marble Mountains and the impressive Dragon Bridge.

Evening: Relax at My Khe Beach and savor fresh seafood at a beachfront eatery before heading back to your Da Nang hotel.

Day 6: Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City

Morning: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) and settle into a centrally located hotel in District 1.

Afternoon: Explore the lively Ben Thanh Market for local snacks and crafts, then visit the historic Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum (optional for older children).

Evening: Take a sunset cruise on the Saigon River, watching the city lights reflect off the water, followed by dinner at a rooftop restaurant.

Day 7: Mekong Delta Excursion & Departure

Morning: Depart for a day‑trip to the Mekong Delta, boarding a traditional wooden boat at Cai Be Floating Market to see vibrant river commerce.

Afternoon: Enjoy a homestyle lunch on a local farm, then cycle through coconut plantations and visit a fruit orchard for fresh tasting.

Evening: Return to Ho Chi Minh City for final souvenir shopping before heading to Tan Son Nhat Airport for your flight home.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Hoàn Kiếm Lake – 1 hour – $0 (free)
• Temple of Literature – 1.5 hours – $5 per adult, $2 per child
• Nguyễn Trường Tộ Night Market – 2 hours – $0 (food costs separate)
• Ha Long Bay Cruise (full day) – 8 hours – $120 per adult, $90 per child
• Ti Top Island & Thien Cung Cave – 3 hours – included in cruise
• Hoa Lo Prison Museum – 1 hour – $3 per adult, $1.5 per child
• Hue Citadel (Forbidden Purple City) – 2 hours – $7 per adult, $3.5 per child
• Perfume River Dinner – 1.5 hours – $25 per adult, $15 per child
• Lang Co Beach viewpoint – 30 minutes – $0
• Hoi An Ancient Town – 3 hours – $0 (walking tour free, optional guide $30 total)
• Lantern‑making workshop – 1 hour – $10 per person
• Cham Island snorkeling – 3 hours – $40 per adult, $30 per child
• Marble Mountains – 2 hours – $5 per adult, $2.5 per child
• Dragon Bridge – 30 minutes – $0
• Ben Thanh Market – 2 hours – $0 (shopping costs separate)
• Reunification Palace – 1 hour – $2 per adult, $1 per child
• Saigon River Sunset Cruise – 2 hours – $35 per adult, $20 per child
• Cai Be Floating Market – 2 hours – $0 (boat fee $10 per adult, $5 per child)
• Mekong Delta Farm Lunch & Cycling – 4 hours – $20 per adult, $12 per child
• Domestic Flights (Hanoi‑Hue, Da Nang‑Saigon) – 2 flights – $80 per adult, $60 per child
• Accommodation (7 nights, family room) – 7 nights – $120 per night = $840 total
• Transportation (private coach, airport transfers) – 7 days – $600 total
• Meals (average $30 per adult/day, $20 per child/day) – 7 days – $210 adult, $140 child
• Total Estimated Cost – $5,432

Tips

To extend the trip, add an extra day in Hoi An for a cooking class and a beach day at An Bang, or spend a full day exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels near Saigon. If you need to shorten the itinerary, combine Day 4 and Day 5 by skipping the Cham Island excursion and focusing on Da Nang’s attractions, or replace the Mekong Delta day with a quick city tour of Ho Chi Minh City before departure.