Adventure in Vietnam - 9-day Itinerary

  1. Day 1: Hanoi Old Quarter
    30 minutes (14.2 km) from Noi Bai International Airport

    Take a walking tour of the Old Quarter, explore the street food scene and visit the Ngoc Son Temple and Hoan Kiem Lake.

  2. Day 2: Lan Ha Bay
    2 hours 30 minutes (130 km) from Hanoi Old Quarter

    Enjoy kayaking, swimming, and fishing in the calm waters of Lan Ha Bay. Take a cruise to explore the bay's hidden caves and grottoes.

  3. Day 3: Cat Ba Island
    45 minutes (28 km) from Lan Ha Bay

    Explore the dense forests, limestone cliffs, and hidden beaches of Cat Ba Island. Go rock climbing, cycling or hiking in Cat Ba National Park.

  4. Day 4: Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
    7 hours 30 minutes (500 km) from Cat Ba Island

    Visit the world's largest cave system in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Take a guided tour to explore Hang Son Doong, the world's largest cave chamber.

  5. Day 5: Hue Imperial City
    3 hours 30 minutes (225 km) from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park

    Be mesmerized by the grandeur of Hue Imperial City with a guided tour of palaces, temples, and tombs. Enjoy a sunset boat ride on the serene Perfume River.

  6. Day 6: Hai Van Pass
    3 hours (130 km) from Hue Imperial City

    Take a motorcycle or car ride on Hai Van Pass, a scenic route with stunning views of the mountains and ocean. Visit the French colonial-inspired Ba Na Hills.

  7. Day 7: Hoi An Ancient Town
    1 hour 30 minutes (30 km) from Hai Van Pass

    Wander around Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with well-preserved traditional architecture. Take a cooking class or a cycling tour to nearby countryside villages.

  8. Day 8: My Son Sanctuary
    1 hour (40 km) from Hoi An Ancient Town

    Explore the ancient Cham ruins and temples at My Son Sanctuary, dating back to the 4th century. Watch traditional Cham dance performances and learn about their culture.

  9. Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City
    1 hour 15 minutes (30 km) from My Son Sanctuary

    Experience the bustling energy of Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon. Visit the War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels and the ornate Notre-Dame Cathedral.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hanoi Old Quarter walking tour (3 hours, £15)
  • Lan Ha Bay cruise (6 hours, £50)
  • Cat Ba National Park hike (5 hours, £16)
  • Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park tour (8 hours, £75)
  • Hue Imperial City tour (6 hours, £27)
  • Hai Van Pass motorcycle ride (4 hours, £20)
  • Hoi An Ancient Town cycling tour (5 hours, £30)
  • My Son Sanctuary visit (3 hours, £10)
  • Ho Chi Minh City tour (8 hours, £40)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £283

Useful Tips

For more adventure, add a trek to Sapa to see the breathtaking rice terraces or book a scuba diving session in Nha Trang. If you have less time, skip Phong Nha-Ke Bang and My Son Sanctuary. For vegetarian options, go to Minh Chay in Hanoi or Karma Waters in Hoi An.

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