7-Day Family Friendly Itinerary for Vietnam

1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
   Visit the War Remnants Museum (1 hour) and the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon (30 minutes).
   3.9 miles from Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon

   Explore the rich history of Vietnam with a visit to the War Remnants Museum and marvel at the French colonial architecture of the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon!

2. Day 2: Mekong Delta
   Take a boat tour (8 hours) and visit orchards, rice fields, and local markets.
   76.7 miles from Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon

   Explore the extensive network of canals and tributaries in the Mekong Delta region, and indulge in the scenic beauty and laid-back Vietnamese culture.

3. Day 3: Nha Trang
   Enjoy the scenic beauty of the beaches, with a snorkeling tour (3 hours) and aquarium visit (2 hours).
   286 miles from Mekong Delta

   Experience Vietnam's stunning coastline and immerse yourself in marine biodiversity with a snorkeling tour and a visit to the aquarium.

4. Day 4: Hoi An
   Discover the heritage architecture with a bicycle tour (3 hours) and visit the Japanese Covered Bridge (1 hour) and the Cantonese Assembly Hall (1 hour).
   295 miles from Nha Trang

   Take a relaxed bicycle tour through Hoi An's preserved old town, soak in the intricate heritage architecture at the Japanese Covered Bridge and Cantonese Assembly Hall.

5. Day 5: Hue
   Immerse in history with a visit to the Imperial City (3 hours) and Thien Mu Pagoda (1 hour).
   80.6 miles from Hoi An

   Explore the picturesque ancient architecture of the Imperial City and the tranquil beauty of the Thien Mu Pagoda in the cultural capital of Hue.

6. Day 6: Hanoi
   Explore the vibrant city with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (2 hours) and the Temple of Literature (1 hour).
   494 miles from Hue

   Discover the hustle and bustle of Hanoi, a perfect blend of French colonial architecture and Vietnamese culture, and pay homage to Vietnam's greatest leader at the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Temple of Literature

7. Day 7: Halong Bay
   Experience nature with a boat tour (6 hours) and indulge in the scenic beauty of Cat Ba National Park (3 hours).
   103 miles from Hanoi

   End the trip in style by cruising along the stunning Halong Bay, enjoying the picturesque landscape and the seclusion of the Cat Ba National Park.

Time and Costs Estimates

• War Remnants Museum (1 hour, $2)
• Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon (30 minutes, free)
• Mekong Delta boat tour (8 hours, $20)
• Nha Trang snorkeling tour (3 hours, $30)
• Nha Trang Aquarium (2 hours, $17)
• Hoi An bicycle tour (3 hours, $14)
• Japanese Covered Bridge (1 hour, $1)
• Cantonese Assembly Hall (1 hour, $1)
• Imperial City (3 hours, $7)
• Thien Mu Pagoda (1 hour, free)
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (2 hours, free)
• Temple of Literature (1 hour, $2)
• Halong Bay boat tour (6 hours, $17)
• Cat Ba National Park (3 hours, $6)
Total Estimated Costs ($120)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Sapa for hiking and admiring the rice terraces or Da Nang for beaches. If you have less time, consider skipping Nha Trang or Hanoi.