7-Day Relaxation Itinerary for Vietnam in May 2024

1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
   10 minutes (3.2 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

   Relax with a traditional Vietnamese massage at Spa InterContinental before indulging in a leisurely afternoon exploring Ben Thanh Market, famous for its street food & crafts (open until 7pm).

2. Day 2: Hoi An
   1 hour flight from Ho Chi Minh City

   Explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town’s gorgeous architecture and laze on the white sandy beaches at luxury resorts such as The Nam Hai.

3. Day 3: Nha Trang
   3.5 hours’ drive from Hoi An

   Soothe your soul with a mud bath at Thap Ba Hot Springs and spend the evening checking out the vibrant nightlife on Sailing Club Beach.

4. Day 4: Mui Ne
   5 hours’ drive from Nha Trang

   Relax by the pool at your resort, or book a kitesurfing lesson with Storm Kiteboarding Center for an adrenaline rush.

5. Day 5: Da Lat
   3 hours’ drive from Mui Ne

   Enjoy the cool climate and explore the city's stunning French-inspired architecture, tea and coffee plantations, and trek in mountains.

6. Day 6: Phu Quoc
   1.5 hours flight from Da Lat

   Head to Sao Beach, a crystal clear turquoise cove surrounded by lush hills, for a full day of relaxation.

7. Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City
   2 hours flight from Phu Quoc

   Bathe in the splendor of the phantasmagorical light show at the Bitexco Tower before heading home.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Spa InterContinental (90 minutes, INR 2800)
• The Nam Hai (full day, INR 17000)
• Thap Ba Hot Springs (3 hours, INR 1800)
• Storm Kiteboarding Center (2 hours, INR 5000)
• Bitexco Tower Observation Deck (2 hours, INR 600)
Total Estimated Costs (excluding flights and accommodation): INR 26,200

Useful Tips

For additional relaxation, head to Ninh Thuan Province to check out the grapes and wineries, or add a few extra days in Hoi An and enjoy a boat tour down the Thu Bon River. Don't worry about checking opening and closing times yourself, your local tour guide has you covered.