Seven-Day Family Friendly Itinerary in Vietnam

  1. Day 1: Hanoi Old Quarter & Hoan Kiem Lake
    Estimated Travel Time: 30 minutes by car

    Discover the heart of Hanoi through panoramic views of the Old Quarter, Hoan Kiem Lake's shimmering water, and ancient architectures.

  2. Day 2: Ha Long Bay
    Estimated Travel Time from Hanoi: 2 hours by car

    Take a leisurely boat ride through Ha Long Bay, Vietnam's iconic seascape, marvel at the towering limestone pillars topped with verdant forests, and relax in the tranquil emerald waters.

  3. Day 3: Hoi An Ancient Town
    Estimated Travel Time from Ha Long Bay: 2 hours by plane

    Explore the well-preserved Hoi An Ancient Town and the Japanese covered bridge, enjoy cultural performances, and go shopping at the lantern-lit night market.

  4. Day 4: Marble Mountains
    Estimated Travel Time from Hoi An Ancient Town: 30 minutes by car

    Embark on an adventure to the Marble Mountains, a cluster of five limestone hills featuring intricate tunnels, Buddhist grottoes, and panoramic views of the sprawling Da Nang city.

  5. Day 5: Ba Na Hills
    Estimated Travel Time from Marble Mountains: 50 minutes by car

    Ride the world's longest single-wire cable car and step into Ba Na Hills' magical atmosphere with a French village, an indoor amusement park, and a flower paradise.

  6. Day 6: Mekong Delta
    Estimated Travel Time from Ba Na Hills: 5 hours by car

    Explore the bustling Mekong Delta, one of Vietnam's largest rice bowls and fruit gardens, with a boat ride, a bike tour, and a visit to a local candy factory.

  7. Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels
    Estimated Travel Time from Mekong Delta: 2 hours by car

    Discover the historical and modern sides of Ho Chi Minh City with a city tour, and head to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an immense network of tunnels used during the Vietnam War.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hanoi Old Quarter & Hoan Kiem Lake (2 hours, free)
  • Ha Long Bay (6 hours, VND 500,000 per person)
  • Hoi An Ancient Town (4 hours, VND 120,000 per person)
  • Marble Mountains (2 hours, VND 40,000 per person)
  • Ba Na Hills (4 hours, VND 750,000 per person)
  • Mekong Delta (8 hours, VND 1,000,000 per person)
  • Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels (6 hours, VND 200,000 per person)
  • Total Estimated Costs: VND 2,610,000 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, add a visit to the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park's caves or the vibrant beaches of Phu Quoc Island. If you have less time, shorten the itinerary by combining Hanoi and Ha Long Bay into a day tour, or skip the Mekong Delta and adjust the schedule.

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