Honeymoon in Vietnam: A 6-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
   Distance from International Airport: 8.8 km (40 minutes by car)
   A relaxing start to your honeymoon, take a stroll in the lush greenery of Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens. Later, head to Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office to admire the French architecture. End the day with the spectacular view of Ho Chi Minh City from the 49th floor of Bitexco Financial Tower.
2. Day 2: Mekong Delta
   Distance from Ho Chi Minh City: 137 km (2.5 hours by car)
   Explore the waterways of Mekong Delta with a boat ride and visit to the colourful Cai Be floating market. Walk through the fruit gardens and enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch. End the day with a paddle boat ride through a peaceful canal to hear the sound of Southern Vietnamese folk music.
3. Day 3: Da Nang
   Flight from Ho Chi Minh City: 1 hour 20 minutes
   Take a flight to Da Nang and spend your day in the Ba Na Hills Resort to enjoy the French village and Alpine Coaster. Later, visit the Marble Mountains and hike up for breathtaking views of the city and coastline. End the day with a walk along the glowing Dragon Bridge.
4. Day 4: Hoi An
   Distance from Da Nang: 30 km (40 minutes by car)
   Take a day trip to the UNESCO Heritage site of Hoi An to check out the Japanese covered bridge and the beautifully lit up river at night. Admire the architecture and visit the colourful lantern market. End your night with a romantic candlelight dinner on An Bang Beach.
5. Day 5: Hanoi
   Flight from Da Nang: 1 hour 30 minutes
   Take a flight to Hanoi and dive straight into its heritage by visiting the historic Hoan Kiem Lake and Temple of the Jade Mountain. Get a taste of Vietnamese street food at Old Quarter and witness Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. End your day with a water puppetry performance at Thang Long Water Puppet Theater.
6. Day 6: Ha Long Bay
   Distance from Hanoi: 170 km (3 hours by car)
   Take a day trip to Ha Long Bay for a tranquil end to your honeymoon. Visit the Cave of Surprises and enjoy an authentic Vietnamese lunch on a cruise while witnessing breathtaking views of the bay. Swim and relax on the beach at Ti Top Island. Enjoy the sunset on your cruise back to the harbor.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens (2 hours, $2)
• Bitexco Financial Tower (1.5 hours, $10)
• Mekong Delta Tour (12 hours, $70)
• Ba Na Hills Resort (8 hours, $50)
• Marble Mountains (4 hours, $10)
• Hoi An Heritage Tour (8 hours, $30)
• An Bang Beach (3 hours, $50)
• Hoan Kiem Lake and Temple of the Jade Mountain (2 hours, Free)
• Old Quarter Street Food (3 hours, $15)
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (2 hours, Free)
• Thang Long Water Puppet Theater (1 hour, $8)
• Ha Long Bay Tour (12 hours, $80)
Total Estimated Costs: $323 per person

Useful Tips

For additional time, consider taking a day trip to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City or the Phong Nha Caves in Da Nang. For a more relaxing getaway, spend extra days in Hoi An or Ha Long Bay. To reduce costs, consider skipping the Water Puppet Theatre and taking local transportation instead of private tours.