7-Day Relaxation Itinerary in Vietnam (October 2023)

  1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
    20 minutes (5.6km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and check into your hotel. Spend the day relaxing and exploring the city at your leisure. Visit the War Remnants Museum to learn about the Vietnam War and its impact on the country. In the evening, head to the bustling Ben Thanh Night Market for dinner and shopping.

  2. Day 2: Vung Tau
    2 hours (96km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a day trip to Vung Tau, a coastal city known for its beaches and seafood. Relax on the beach, go for a swim, or try some of the delicious local seafood. Visit the White Palace and the Jesus Christ Statue for breathtaking views of the coastline.

  3. Day 3: Dalat
    7 hours (310km) from Vung Tau

    Travel to Dalat, a mountain resort town known for its cooler climate and French colonial architecture. Visit the beautiful Truc Lam Pagoda and the Dalat Flower Park. Enjoy a relaxing evening at a hot springs resort.

  4. Day 4: Nha Trang
    3 hours (135km) from Dalat

    Take a scenic drive to Nha Trang, a coastal resort town known for its beaches and islands. Relax on the beach, go for a swim, or take a boat tour to explore the islands. Visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers, a group of ancient Hindu temples, and the Long Son Pagoda.

  5. Day 5: Hoi An
    10 hours (500km) from Nha Trang

    Travel to Hoi An, a charming ancient town known for its well-preserved architecture and lanterns. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, the Hoi An Museum, and the Tan Ky Old House. Take a cooking class or a lantern-making class to experience local culture.

  6. Day 6: Hue
    2 hours (120km) from Hoi An

    Take a day trip to Hue, the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Visit the Imperial City, a walled palace complex and UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the Thien Mu Pagoda and the Tomb of Tu Duc. Enjoy a relaxing evening at a hot springs resort.

  7. Day 7: Hanoi
    1 hour (35km) from Noi Bai International Airport

    Travel to Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam. Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, and the Hoan Kiem Lake. Explore the Old Quarter for shopping and street food. Watch a water puppet show for an authentic Vietnamese cultural experience.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • War Remnants Museum (2 hours, 40,000 VND)
  • Ben Thanh Night Market (2 hours, varies)
  • Vung Tau White Palace and Jesus Christ Statue (3 hours, 30,000 VND)
  • Dalat Truc Lam Pagoda and Flower Park (3 hours, 50,000 VND)
  • Nha Trang Po Nagar Cham Towers and Long Son Pagoda (3 hours, 40,000 VND)
  • Hoi An Japanese Covered Bridge, Hoi An Museum, and Tan Ky Old House (4 hours, 120,000 VND)
  • Hue Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, and Tomb of Tu Duc (5 hours, 150,000 VND)
  • Water Puppet Show (1 hour, 100,000 VND)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 570,000 VND
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