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Vietnam Family-Friendly 7-Day Itinerary in October 2023

  1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
    10 minutes (2.1 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    In the morning, explore the War Remnants Museum and learn about the Vietnam War. After lunch, visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels to experience the underground life of Vietnamese soldiers. In the evening, have a relaxing stroll at Tao Dan Park.

  2. Day 2: Hoi An
    1 hour 20 minutes (30.2 km) from Da Nang International Airport

    Start the day with a bike tour around the countryside then visit the ancient town of Hoi An and its famous Japanese Covered Bridge. In the late afternoon, take a boat ride on Thu Bon River and enjoy the sunset. End the day with a family cooking class at a local restaurant.

  3. Day 3: Hue
    2 hours 40 minutes (123 km) from Hoi An Ancient Town

    In the morning, explore the Imperial City of Hue and learn about the Nguyen Dynasty. After lunch, take a dragon boat on the Perfume River and visit Thien Mu Pagoda. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Hue-style dinner and watch the Royal Traditional Art Performance.

  4. Day 4: Hanoi
    2 hours 10 minutes (725 km) from Hue city center (by plane)

    Start the day with a visit to the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first university. Then, explore the Old Quarter on a cyclo tour. In the late afternoon, watch a water puppet show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre. End the day with a traditional Vietnamese dinner.

  5. Day 5: Ha Long Bay
    3 hours 30 minutes (170 km) from Hanoi city center

    In the morning, take a scenic drive to Ha Long Bay and take a cruise to explore the stunning limestone formations and caves. Enjoy a seafood lunch on board. In the evening, watch the sunset and enjoy the night view of the bay from your cabin.

  6. Day 6: Sapa
    5 hours 30 minutes (323 km) from Ha Long Bay (by car)

    Start the day with a trekking tour to visit the local ethnic villages and enjoy the scenic views of the rice terraces. In the late afternoon, take a cable car to Fansipan Peak, the highest mountain in Indochina, and watch the sunset. End the day with a hot pot dinner at a local restaurant.

  7. Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City
    2 hours 5 minutes (317 km) from Sapa (by plane)

    In the morning, visit the Ben Thanh Market and shop for souvenirs. After lunch, take a relaxing walk at the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens. In the evening, enjoy the city view from Bitexco Financial Tower and have a farewell dinner at a rooftop restaurant.

Recommendations

Don't miss the Mekong Delta, famous for its floating markets and delicious tropical fruits. If you have extra time, visit Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, home to the world's largest cave. For a side trip, consider visiting the Ba Na Hills near Da Nang for its French Village and Golden Bridge. To maximize your fun, try the street food and join a motorbike tour in Ho Chi Minh City. Have a safe and enjoyable trip!

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