Arrive in the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh, where you can explore the different historical and cultural sites in the city. Visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about the Vietnam War and see the Notre-Dame Cathedral and the Saigon Central Post Office for French colonial architecture.
Take a day trip to the scenic Mekong Delta, where you can explore the lush river region on a boat tour. Visit the vibrant Cai Be Floating Market and see local villages and scenery along the river banks.
Head to the coastal city of Nha Trang, known for its sandy beaches and clear waters. Spend a few days sunbathing, swimming and snorkeling at the beaches, and visit Hon Mun Island.
Travel to the charming town of Hoi An, where you can explore the historic Old Town, walk along the river or join a cooking class. Don't miss the iconic Japanese Covered Bridge or the colourful lanterns at night.
Visit the former imperial capital of Hue, where you can explore the regal citadel and tombs of past emperors. Walk around the romantic Perfume River or take a dragon boat cruise to admire the city's sights.
Travel to the capital city of Hanoi, where you can experience the ancient beauty of city's Old Quarter, walk around Hoan Kiem Lake or visit Hoa Lo Prison of "Hanoi Hilton". Take a trip to nearby Ha Long Bay to admire its breathtaking scenery.
Go trekking and meet local ethnic minorities in the scenic town of Sapa, where you can hike around the mountains, visit local markets and admire the natural scenery.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City for your last two days in Vietnam. Spend time shopping, dining and visiting famous landmarks like the Bitexco Financial Tower or the Independence Palace.
Traveling around Vietnam can be done by various means, such as trains, planes, buses or private cars. In general, flights are faster and pricier, while buses and trains are slower but cheaper. For this itinerary, we recommend taking overnight buses or private cars for longer distances and flights for shorter trips. Estimated travel costs would be around 5,000,000 VND.
For those with more limited time, it's recommended to cut out a few destinations and spend more time in fewer places. Nha Trang or Sapa could be left out depending on personal preferences. For those with more time, there are plenty of quieter destinations to discover like Phu Quoc or Da Lat.
Vietnam has several major airports, but the biggest and most important one is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) in Hanoi, located 28 miles from the city center. The other main airport is Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) in Ho Chi Minh City, situated only 5 miles from the central district.