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Honeymoon Itinerary for Vietnam - December 2023

  1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
    15 minutes (4.5km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Visit the historic Reunification Palace in the morning, followed by a delicious Vietnamese lunch at Ben Thanh Market. Spend the afternoon exploring the War Remnants Museum and take a stroll through the bustling streets of District 1. End the day with a romantic dinner at Noir.

  2. Day 2: Mekong Delta
    3 hours (150km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a day trip to the Mekong Delta and witness the beautiful rice paddies and floating markets. Visit the Vinh Trang Pagoda and take a boat ride to the Unicorn Island where you can sample local fruits and honey tea. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch and visit a coconut candy factory. Return to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

  3. Day 3: Hoi An
    1 hour (30km) from Da Nang International Airport

    Arrive in the charming town of Hoi An and check into your hotel. Spend the morning exploring the ancient town and its beautiful architecture. Visit the Japanese Covered Bridge and the Hoi An Museum of History and Culture. Have lunch at Com Ga Ba Buoi and spend the afternoon relaxing on An Bang Beach. End the day with a romantic dinner at The Cargo Club.

  4. Day 4: My Son Sanctuary
    1 hour (40km) from Hoi An

    Take a day trip to the My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the ancient ruins of the Cham Empire and learn about its history and culture. Have lunch at Thanh Ha Terracotta Restaurant and return to Hoi An in the afternoon. Spend the evening shopping for souvenirs and getting clothes tailored at one of Hoi An's many tailors.

  5. Day 5: Hue
    2.5 hours (130km) from Hoi An

    Take a day trip to the imperial city of Hue and visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hue Citadel. Explore the Forbidden Purple City and the Imperial City and have lunch at Hanh Restaurant. Take a dragon boat ride on the Perfume River and visit the Thien Mu Pagoda. Return to Hoi An in the evening.

  6. Day 6: Ha Long Bay
    2.5 hours (160km) from Hanoi

    Fly to Hanoi and take a day trip to the beautiful Ha Long Bay. Take a scenic boat ride and explore the impressive limestone caves and grottos. Have lunch on the boat and relax on the sundeck while taking in the stunning views. Return to Hanoi in the evening and have a romantic dinner at La Verticale.

  7. Day 7: Hanoi
    40 minutes (25km) from Noi Bai International Airport

    Explore the charming city of Hanoi and visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the One Pillar Pagoda. Have lunch at Bun Cha Huong Lien and explore the Old Quarter on foot. Visit the Temple of Literature and the Hoa Lo Prison Museum. End the day with a water puppet show and a romantic dinner at Maison Vie Restaurant.

Recommendations

Consider taking a side trip to Ninh Binh to see the stunning Tam Coc caves and the Trang An Scenic Landscape. Don't miss out on trying local street food like banh mi and pho. Make sure to book hotels and flights in advance to get the best deals.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Reunification Palace (2 hours, $5)
  • War Remnants Museum (2 hours, $3)
  • Noir Restaurant ($50 for two)
  • Mekong Delta day trip (10 hours, $40 per person)
  • My Son Sanctuary day trip (8 hours, $35 per person)
  • Vinh Trang Pagoda (1 hour, $2)
  • Japanese Covered Bridge (1 hour, $5)
  • An Bang Beach (4 hours, free)
  • My Son Sanctuary (3 hours, $10)
  • Hue Citadel day trip (10 hours, $50 per person)
  • Thien Mu Pagoda (1 hour, $2)
  • Ha Long Bay day trip (10 hours, $80 per person)
  • Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (1 hour, $2)
  • Old Quarter walking tour (3 hours, $10 per person)
  • Maison Vie Restaurant ($50 for two)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $360 per person
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