Experience the city's rich history by visiting the War Remnants Museum in the morning. After lunch, explore the French colonial architecture in District 1. End your day with a sunset cocktail at the rooftop bar of the Caravelle Saigon Hotel.
Start your day with a morning bike ride through the countryside to Cam Thanh Village. In the afternoon, explore the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hoi An Ancient Town and visit local art galleries, tailor shops and the Japanese Covered Bridge. End your day with a sunset boat ride on the Thu Bon River.
Visit the Imperial City of Hue, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the former capital of Vietnam. Explore the Citadel, the Forbidden Purple City, and the Royal Tombs. End your day with a sunset cocktail at the iconic La Residence Hue Hotel & Spa.
Visit the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace in the morning. After lunch, explore the Temple of Literature, Vietnam's first national university, and the Museum of Ethnology. End your day with a traditional water puppet show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre.
Take a luxury cruise in Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site with thousands of limestone karsts and islets. Explore caves, go kayaking, and enjoy a cooking class and a sunset party on board. Spend the night on the ship and gaze at the starry sky.
Take a scenic train ride to Sapa and admire the stunning mountain views. Meet ethnic minority groups such as the Hmong and the Dao and hike through rice terraces and bamboo forests. End your day with a hot stone massage at the Topas Ecolodge.
Take a boat ride through the Tam Coc or Trang An grottoes, known as the "Halong Bay on land". Visit the Bai Dinh Pagoda, the largest pagoda complex in Southeast Asia, and climb up to the Mua Cave viewpoint for a panoramic view of the area. End your day with a sunset cocktail at the Emeralda Resort Ninh Binh.
Other local attractions include the Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City, the My Son Sanctuary near Hoi An, the Perfume Pagoda near Hanoi, and the Cat Ba Island near Halong Bay. Side trips can include a visit to the Mekong Delta, a homestay in Mai Chau, and a beach holiday in Phu Quoc. To maximize your fun, try local street food such as Pho, Banh Mi, and Bun Cha, and take a Vietnamese cooking class. We also suggest booking a private tour guide for a more personalized experience.
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