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7-Day Itinerary for Vietnam in December 2023

  1. Day 1: Hanoi Old Quarter
    35 minutes (17.1 km) from Noi Bai International Airport

    Explore the charming streets of Hanoi's Old Quarter in the morning, grab some traditional banh mi from Banh Mi 25 for lunch, and check out the ancient Temple of Literature in the afternoon.

  2. Day 2: Ha Long Bay
    3 hours 45 minutes (160 km) from Hanoi Old Quarter

    Take a day trip to the stunning Ha Long Bay. Enjoy a morning cruise through the picturesque limestone karsts, explore the Thien Cung Cave in the afternoon, and watch the sunset over the bay before heading back to Hanoi.

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

    Stroll through the charming streets of Hoi An Ancient Town and admire the colorful lanterns. Spend the morning exploring the Japanese Covered Bridge and the historic Tan Ky House, then take a cooking class in the afternoon to learn how to make traditional Vietnamese dishes.

  4. Day 4: My Son Sanctuary
    1 hour 15 minutes (50 km) from Hoi An Ancient Town

    Marvel at the ancient Hindu temples of My Son Sanctuary in the morning, then head back to Hoi An for a relaxing afternoon at the beach.

  5. Day 5: Nha Trang
    1 hour 15 minutes (35 km) from Cam Ranh International Airport

    Enjoy the white sand beaches of Nha Trang in the morning, then take a boat tour of the nearby islands in the afternoon. Finish the day with a seafood dinner at one of the local restaurants overlooking the ocean.

  6. Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City
    30 minutes (7 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Explore the bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City, also known as Saigon. Visit the War Remnants Museum in the morning, then head to the famous Ben Thanh Market for some shopping in the afternoon. End the day with a delicious bowl of pho for dinner.

  7. Day 7: Mekong Delta
    2 hours (67 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Take a boat ride through the scenic Mekong Delta in the morning, visit a local fruit farm to taste exotic fruits in the afternoon, and end the day with a dinner of fresh seafood caught from the delta.

Recommendations

Don't miss out on visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City for a fascinating look at the Vietnam War. If you have extra time, consider taking a side trip to the mountain town of Sapa to see the stunning rice terraces. To maximize your fun, try taking a cooking class or learning to make traditional lanterns in Hoi An.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Hanoi Old Quarter (1 day, $30)
  • Ha Long Bay day trip (1 day, $80)
  • Hoi An Ancient Town and cooking class (1 day, $50)
  • My Son Sanctuary and beach day (1 day, $20)
  • Nha Trang beach and island tour (1 day, $40)
  • Ho Chi Minh City and food tour (1 day, $35)
  • Mekong Delta boat ride and fruit farm visit (1 day, $60)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $315
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