7-Day Family Friendly Vistnam Itinerary

1. Day 1: Hanoi Old Quarter
   From Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), it takes 50 minutes (20.9 km) by car.

   Visit the heart of Hanoi where you can taste Vietnam's street food, buy local handicrafts, and learn about its rich history and architecture.

2. Day 2: Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple
   10 minutes (1.3 km) from Hanoi Old Quarter.

   Take a walk around the beautiful lake and visit the iconic red bridge to access the temple on the small island.

3. Day 3: Halong Bay Cruise
   From Hanoi, 2.5 hours (170 km) by car or bus.

   Explore one of the most unique natural wonders of the world with your family on a cruise trip with four-star amenities.

4. Day 4: Imperial Citadel of Thang Long
   20 minutes (5.1 km) from Hanoi Old Quarter.

   Discover the long history of Vietnam and experience its culture in this ancient citadel, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

5. Day 5: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum
   25 minutes (6 km) by car from Hanoi Old Quarter.

   Learn about Ho Chi Minh, a Vietnamese communist revolutionary leader, visit his mausoleum, and explore the nearby museum.

6. Day 6: Hoi An Ancient Town
   From Danang International Airport (DAD), it takes 45 minutes (38.5 km) by car.

   Wander around the old streets, the Japanese bridge, and shop for Vietnamese silk or enjoy local delicacies.

7. Day 7: Ba Na Hills
   From Hoi An, it takes 1.5 hours (48.7 km) by car.

   Visit the fantasy land of a French Village, a Golden Bridge, a Sun Wheel, and a Wine Cellar in the mountains.

Time and Costs Estimates:

• Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple (1 hour, free)
• Four-hour Halong Bay Cruise (USD 65/adult, USD 35/child)
• Imperial Citadel of Thang Long (1 hour, VND 30,000/adult, VND 15,000/child)
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and Museum (1 hour, free)
• Hoi An Ancient Town (2 hours, VND 120,000/adult, free for children under 1.2m)
• Ba Na Hills (5 hours, VND 750,000/adult, VND 600,000/child)
• Total Estimated Costs (per adult): USD 65 (day 2) + USD 65 (day 3) + VND 30,000 (day 4) + VND 750,000 (day 7) = USD 195 + VND 30,000

Useful Tips:

You can add a day for a relaxing visit to Da Nang Beach or subtract a day if you are short on time. Be sure to check the opening hours and buy tickets in advance for popular attractions.