10-Day Itinerary for Vietnamme

1. Day 1: Hanoi's Old Quarter
   20 minutes (9.7 km) from Noi Bai International Airport

   Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, try street food, and see the French architecture.

2. Day 2: Ha Long Bay
   2 hours 45 minutes (155 km) from Hanoi's Old Quarter

   Cruise the stunning bay, visit the caves, and kayak among limestone islets.

3. Day 3: Cat Ba Island
   1 hour 30 minutes (35.1 km) from Ha Long Bay

   Relax on a secluded beach, hike in the National Park, and spot the endemic langur.

4. Day 4: Imperial City of Hue
   6 hours 15 minutes (350 km) from Cat Ba Island

   Explore the former capital of the Nguyen dynasty, visit the citadels and tombs.

5. Day 5: Hoi An's Ancient Town
   2 hours 10 minutes (128 km) from Hue's Imperial City

   Stroll among historic houses, temples, and shops. Take an eco-tour of the rice fields.

6. Day 6: My Son Sanctuary
   45 minutes (40 km) from Hoi An's Ancient Town

   Discover the Cham civilization and their temple ruins in a scenic valley.

7. Day 7: Nha Trang's Beaches
   11 hours 30 minutes (630 km) from My Son Sanctuary

   Swim, snorkel, and sunbathe on the white sands. Visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers.

8. Day 8: Da Lat's Highlands
   4 hours 30 minutes (140 km) from Nha Trang's Beaches

   Escape the heat and explore the flower city, its waterfalls, lakes, and farms.

9. Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City's Landmarks
   6 hours 45 minutes (300 km) from Da Lat's Highlands

   See the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Reunification Palace, the Ben Thanh Market, and more.

10. Day 10: Mekong Delta
    2 hours 30 minutes (140 km) from Ho Chi Minh City's Landmarks

    Cruise the river and visit the floating markets, orchards, and fish farms.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Ha Long Bay Cruise (6 hours, $50)
• Hike in Cat Ba National Park (5 hours, $5)
• Visit to the Imperial City of Hue (4 hours, $10)
• Bike rental in Hoi An (3 hours, $3)
• My Son Sanctuary tour (2 hours, $8)
• Nha Trang Island and snorkeling tour (6 hours, $30)
• Guided sightseeing in Da Lat (4 hours, $12)
• War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh city (2 hours, $5)
• Mekong Delta tour with lunch (8 hours, $20)
• Total Estimated Costs: $143 per person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a homestay in Sapa or a motorbike trip on the Ho Chi Minh trail. If you have less time, skip Cat Ba or Da Lat. Avoid travel during the rainy season (June to September) and the T?t Festival (January or February). Dress modestly when visiting temples and pagodas. Bargain in markets but be respectful. Sample the local cuisine but watch for food hygiene. Take a travel insurance and obtain a visa in advance.