Unforgettable Family-Friendly Vietnam Adventure

  • Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
    Estimated time from airport: 30 minutes

    Start your adventure in one of the busiest cities in Vietnam, Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the War Remnants Museum for a glimpse of the country's history, then explore the city's famous landmarks such as the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon and Independence Palace. End the day with a delicious bowl of pho, a Vietnamese staple dish.

  • Day 2: Mekong Delta
    Estimated time from Ho Chi Minh City: 2 hours

    Take a scenic boat ride along the Mekong Delta and explore the rural villages, fruit orchards, and floating markets. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City.

  • Day 3-4: Nha Trang
    Estimated time from Ho Chi Minh City: 1 hour and 45 minutes flight

    Relax on the beaches of Nha Trang, one of Vietnam's most beautiful coastal cities. Take a dip in the blue waters or try some water sports activities. Visit the Long Son Pagoda and Po Nagar Cham Towers for some cultural sightseeing.

  • Day 5-6: Hoi An
    Estimated time from Nha Trang: 1 hour and 15 minutes flight

    Step back in time and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An. Admire the ancient architecture and rich history of this charming town. Go on a bike tour to the countryside to see the rice paddies and visit local farms. Join a cooking class to learn how to make some delicious Vietnamese dishes.

  • Day 7-9: Hue
    Estimated time from Hoi An: 2-3 hours by car

    Spend some time in the former imperial capital of Vietnam, Hue. Visit the Imperial City, a complex of palaces, temples, and residences that was once home to the royal family. Take a dragon boat tour along the Perfume River and visit some of the city's iconic pagodas such as the Thien Mu Pagoda. Explore the countryside by bike and enjoy the local cuisine.

  • Day 10-12: Hanoi
    Estimated time from Hue: 1 hour and 15 minutes flight

    End your adventure in the charming capital of Vietnam, Hanoi. Stroll along the Old Quarter and shop for souvenirs or sample the street food. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and stroll around the beautiful Hoan Kiem Lake. Take a day trip to the serene Hoa Lu Tam Coc and explore the stunning scenery of limestone cliffs and rice paddies.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • War Remnants Museum (1-2 hours, 40,000 VND)
  • Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon (30 minutes, free)
  • Independence Palace (1-2 hours, 40,000 VND)
  • Mekong Delta Boat Ride (4-5 hours, 400,000 VND)
  • Long Son Pagoda (30 minutes, free)
  • Po Nagar Cham Towers (1-2 hours, 22,000 VND)
  • Hoi An Bike Tour (2-3 hours, 300,000 VND)
  • Hoi An Cooking Class (4 hours, 680,000 VND)
  • Hue Imperial City (2-3 hours, 200,000 VND)
  • Dragon Boat Tour (3-4 hours, 300,000 VND)
  • Thien Mu Pagoda (1 hour, free)
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (1 hour, free)
  • Hoa Lu Tam Coc (1 day, 800,000 VND)

  • Total Estimated Costs: 3,710,000 VND per adult

Useful tips:

If you have more time, consider adding a visit to the Ha Long Bay for some stunning natural scenery, or the Sapa Valley for a glimpse of ethnic minority cultures. If you have less time, you could skip Nha Trang and spend more time in Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi.

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