8 nights in Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hai An and Ho Chi Minh

There are many ways to see Vietnam. Each itinerary tends to involve travelling across the country, so it’s not the slowest pace holiday. In return, you get to experience incredible destinations, surroundings and culture. Here is a sample itinerary which gives you a flavour of Vietnam - including 4 different hotel stays and 3 domestic flights over 8 nights, creating a wonderful trip full of variety.

Day 1 - Arrival and exploration

Arrival in Hanoi
Orientate yourself and discovery the city with a guided walking tour on your first afternoon/evening

Day 2 - Hanoi

Plenty of historic sites to visit
See the Old Quarter, Train Street and Hoan Kiem Lake

Day 3, 4 - Halong Bay Cruise

2.5hr car transfer from Hanoi
Take an overnight cruise on a traditional ‘junk’, experiencing sunrise in the magical bay
Return to Hanoi and fly to Hoi-An

Day 5, 6 - Hoi An

Transfer from Da Nang airport to Hoi An
Enjoy the Hoi An markets, visit temples and take a river cruise
Cycle to An Bang beach and enjoy sunset at a beach bar

Day 7-9 - Ho Chi Minh

Fly from Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh, the largest city in Vietnam
Enjoy the vibrant street life, historic landmarks, shopping and culture

Alternative Edits

Add a stay in Hue to see the imperial sites and local markets
Take a luxury train from Danang to Quy Nhon for a beach stay
Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels from Ho Chi Minh to learn about the Vietnam War
For an extended trip, combine your trip with visits to Laos and Cambodia

Vietnam Tips

Travel with both Dollars and Dong
Consider guided food tours to experience a wide range of fantastic Vietnamese food and drinks
Domestic transportation can get booked up well in advance during holiday seasons
Like most places nowadays, be careful to keep belongings out of the reach of pickpockets (including those passing on mopeds)

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