10-Day Itinerary for Vietnam

  1. Day 1: Hanoi Old Quarter
    Estimated Time and Distance: 30 minutes (22 km) from Hanoi Airport

    Explore the vibrant streets of Hanoi Old Quarter, visit Hoan Kiem Lake, taste local street food and shop for souvenirs.

  2. Day 2: Halong Bay
    Estimated Time and Distance: 3 hours (170 km) from Hanoi

    Marvel at the stunning natural scenery on a Halong Bay cruise, explore stunning caves, and dine on fresh seafood on board.

  3. Day 3-4: Hue
    Estimated Time and Distance: 13 hours (690 km) from Halong Bay

    Discover the imperial heritage of Hue, visit the Imperial Palace, the Thanh Toan Bridge, and take a city bike tour.

  4. Day 5: Hoi An Ancient Town
    Estimated Time and Distance: 2 hours (120 km) from Hue

    Experience the rich culture and history of Hoi An, admire the colonial architecture, and shop for tailor-made clothing.

  5. Day 6: My Son Sanctuary
    Estimated Time and Distance: 1 hour (40 km) from Hoi An

    Discover the ancient ruins of My Son Sanctuary, learn about the Cham civilization and enjoy a traditional dance performance.

  6. Day 7: Nha Trang Beach
    Estimated Time and Distance: 1 hour (46 km) from Cam Ranh International Airport

    Relax on the white sandy beaches, go scuba diving or snorkelling, and try a seafood bbq for dinner.

  7. Day 8-9: Ho Chi Minh City
    Estimated Time and Distance: 1 hour (8 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Explore the bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, visit the War Remnants Museum, the Cu Chi Tunnels and shop at Ben Thanh Market.

  8. Day 10: Mekong Delta
    Estimated Time and Distance: 2 hours (95 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Cruise along the Mekong Delta, visit local villages, enjoy fresh tropical fruits, and see the floating markets.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hanoi Old Quarter (3 hours, free)
  • Halong Bay Cruise (2 days, $150-200)
  • Hue Imperial Palace (1 day, $5)
  • Hoi An Ancient Town (1 day, $10)
  • My Son Sanctuary (1 day, $10)
  • Nha Trang Beach (1 day, free)
  • Ho Chi Minh City War Remnants Museum (1 day, $5)
  • Cu Chi Tunnels (1 day, $10)
  • Mekong Delta Tour (1 day, $30-50)
  • Total Estimated Cost: $220-295

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting Sapa for trekking or Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park for cave exploring. If you have less time, skip Nha Trang and spend more time exploring other destinations or travel by plane instead of car to save time.

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