10-Day Family-Friendly Itinerary for Phu Quoc, Da Nang, Ho Chi Minh City

1. Day 1: Phu Quoc National Park
   45 minutes (20 miles) from Phu Quoc International Airport

   Explore the natural wonders of Phu Quoc Island by taking a trek in its national park.

2. Day 2: Sao Beach
   1 hour (16 miles) from Phu Quoc National Park

   Spend the day at one of the island's most beautiful beaches, Sao Beach, and enjoy water activities like snorkelling and kayaking.

3. Day 3: Marble Mountains
   3 hours (217 miles) from Sao Beach

   Visit the stunning Marble Mountains in Da Nang, climb up to its top for stunning views, and wander around its pagodas and caves.

4. Day 4: Ba Na Hills
   40 minutes (16 miles) from Marble Mountains

   Enjoy a fun day with the family in Ba Na Hills, with amusement park rides, an indoor fantasy park with arcade games, and a Golden Bridge that offers breathtaking views.

5. Day 5: Hoi An Ancient Town
   30 minutes (16 miles) from Ba Na Hills

   Explore the beautifully preserved Ancient Town of Hoi An with its colourful lanterns and charming architecture. Visit its local markets and enjoy the delicious food.

6. Day 6: Cu Chi Tunnels
   1 hour (19 miles) from Da Nang International Airport

   Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels and learn about the history of Vietnam War while crawling through its tiny underground tunnels.

7. Day 7: War Remnants Museum
   1 hour (15 miles) from Cu Chi Tunnels

   Get another perspective on the war and learn about Vietnam's history at the War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City.

8. Day 8: Reunification Palace
   7 minutes (1.2 miles) from War Remnants Museum

   Visit the famous Reunification Palace, which was the home of South Vietnam's president during the war, and now serves as a museum for historical exhibits.

9. Day 9: Ben Thanh Market
   10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Reunification Palace

   Shop for souvenirs and local foods at the iconic Ben Thanh Market which offers a vast variety of goods from all over the country.

10. Day 10: Bitexco Financial Tower
    10 minutes (1.6 miles) from Ben Thanh Market

    End your trip with extraordinary views of Ho Chi Minh City from the top of Bitexco Financial Tower’s Sky Deck.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Phu Quoc National Park (half day, free entry)
• Sao Beach (full day, 150,000 VND per person for parking)
• Marble Mountains (half day, 40,000 VND per person for entry)
• Ba Na Hills (full day, 700,000 VND per person for entry)
• Hoi An Ancient Town (full day, free entry)
• Cu Chi Tunnels (half day, 135,000 VND per person for entry)
• War Remnants Museum (2-3 hours, 40,000 VND per person for entry)
• Reunification Palace (2-3 hours, 40,000 VND per person for entry)
• Ben Thanh Market (2-3 hours, free entry with prices for purchase)
• Bitexco Financial Tower (2-3 hours, 270,000 VND per person for entry)
• Total Estimated Costs (excluding flights, transportation, accommodation and meals): 1,315,000 VND per person.

Useful Tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting the Mekong Delta, the ancient capital city of Hue and the Phong Nha Caves. Otherwise, skip Hoi An or Da Nang if you have less than 10 days.