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Vietnam Itinerary for October 2023

  1. Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
    15 minutes (7.1 km) from Tan Son Nhat International Airport

    Visit the War Remnants Museum in the morning to learn about the Vietnam War, followed by a traditional Vietnamese lunch at Pho Binh restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Reunification Palace and take a stroll in the nearby Tao Dan Park. In the evening, explore the bustling nightlife at Bui Vien street.

  2. Day 2: Mekong Delta
    2 hours (135 km) from Ho Chi Minh City

    Embark on a boat tour of the Mekong Delta, visit a local fruit orchard and sample tropical fruits. In the afternoon, visit a rice paper factory and a coconut candy workshop. End the day with a sunset view at the floating market.

  3. Day 3: Nha Trang
    1 hour 20 minutes (450 km) from Mekong Delta

    Enjoy a morning dip at Nha Trang's beautiful beaches. Afterwards, visit the Po Nagar Cham Towers to learn about the Cham civilization. In the afternoon, visit the Long Son Pagoda and the Hon Chong Promontory. In the evening, take a sunset dinner cruise.

  4. Day 4: Hoi An
    1 hour (30 km) from Da Nang International Airport

    Take a morning flight to Da Nang and then a taxi to Hoi An. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An Ancient Town, including the Japanese covered bridge, the Tan Ky Old House, and the Hoi An Museum of History and Culture. Take a leisurely boat ride on the Thu Bon River in the evening.

  5. Day 5: Da Nang
    30 minutes (30 km) from Hoi An

    Visit the Marble Mountains in the morning and take in the stunning views from the top. In the afternoon, visit the Museum of Cham Sculpture and the Da Nang Cathedral. End the day with a stroll along the My Khe Beach.

  6. Day 6: Ha Long Bay
    3 hours 45 minutes (170 km) from Noi Bai International Airport

    Take a morning flight to Hanoi and then a shuttle bus to Ha Long Bay. Explore the beautiful limestone islands on a full-day boat tour, including a visit to the Sung Sot Cave and a kayaking excursion. End the day with a sunset view at Titop Island.

  7. Day 7: Hanoi
    4 hours (170 km) from Ha Long Bay

    Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the Temple of Literature in the morning. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at Cha Ca La Vong restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the Hoan Kiem Lake and the Ngoc Son Temple. End the day with a water puppet show at the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.

Recommendations

Other attractions worth considering include the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh City, the Imperial City of Hue, and the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Side trips to Sapa or Ninh Binh are also highly recommended. To maximize your fun, try to learn some basic Vietnamese phrases and try local street food. It is also recommended to book tours and activities in advance to avoid last-minute rush.

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