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7-Day Itinerary for Vietnam

  1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
    20 minutes (5.5 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    In the morning, visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about Vietnam's history. In the afternoon, visit the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. In the evening, explore Ben Thanh Night Market for tasty street food and souvenirs.

  2. Day 2: Mekong Delta
    2 hours (120 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a boat trip to the orchards, bee farms and coconut candy factories on the Mekong Delta river. In the afternoon, explore the local markets and try the unique foods, such as snake wine. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Hanoi
    2 hours (1,648 km) from Ho Chi Minh City by flight

    In the morning, visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, which is the final resting place of Vietnam's revolutionary leader. In the afternoon, visit the Temple of Literature and the infamous Hoa Lo Prison. In the evening, enjoy a traditional water puppet show.

  4. Day 4: Halong Bay
    3.5 hours (160 km) from Hanoi

    Take a cruise in the beautiful Halong Bay, which is home to around 1,600 limestone islands. Try to catch the sunrise or sunset, which is a spectacular sight. Spend the night on the boat.

  5. Day 5: Hue
    2 hours (694 km) from Halong Bay by flight

    Visit the Imperial City, which was the former capital of Vietnam. In the afternoon, visit the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Tomb of Tu Duc. Enjoy the local cuisine in the evening, including the famous Bun Bo Hue.

  6. Day 6: Hoi An
    3 hours (130 km) from Hue

    Visit the old town of Hoi An, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the ancient streets, temples, and shops. Shop for custom-made clothes and local handicrafts. In the evening, take a cooking class to learn how to make delicious Vietnamese dishes.

  7. Day 7: Da Nang
    50 minutes (30 km) from Hoi An

    Visit the Marble Mountains, which are a group of five marble and limestone mountains. Take the elevator to the top of the mountain to enjoy the panoramic view of Da Nang city. Relax on the beach in the afternoon. In the evening, try the local seafood dishes.

Recommendations

If you have extra time, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City or the Perfume Pagoda in Hanoi. Take a side trip to the nearby Ba Na Hills in Da Nang to enjoy the cool weather and stunning scenery. To maximize your fun, try to experience the local life by staying with a homestay family or taking a motorbike tour.

For hotel and flight bookings in Vietnam, check out https://booking.tp.st/VhZsadPo.

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