An action-packed two week Vietnam holiday that combines all the best that this magnificent country has to offer? Click for Luxury, Mid-range or Budget.
Here’s your Vietnam itinerary:
| Luxury |  |
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| 1 | โTo Ho Chi Minh City (Book >) | Dep: Evening | ๐จ In flight! | ||
| 2 | Arr: Morning | ๐จThe Reverie (Book >) | All hotels > | ||
| Must-sees include the War Remnants Museum, bustling Binh Tay Market, Cao Dai Temple, Jade Emperor Pagoda and the Reunification Palace. | |||||
| 3 | ๐Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang train (Book >) | Dep: 09:00 | Arr: 16:23 | ๐จVinpearl Resort (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Enjoy the view from the window as you glide past tall hills and lush fields on train SE6. | Seat 61 recommends buying tickets at least a few days in advance. | ||||
| 4 | Buzzing Nha Trang is that perfect combination of excellent nightlife, sublime beaches and top notch snorkelling and diving. | Take a taxi to the 8th Century Cham Towers on the edge of town. | |||
| 5 | โNha Trang to Da Nang flight (Book >) ๐Da Nang to Hoi An taxi |
Dep: Morning | Arr: Morning | ๐จLa Siesta(Book >) | All hotels > |
| Hoi An packs in a lot to see and do. Hop on a bicycle and explore the countryside, take a cooking class, wander through the old town and visit the Quan Kong Temple, March Gallery, Cau Chua Pagoda and Xu Dang Trong Arts Centre. | The views from An Hoi island across the water to town are best viewed from a cafรฉ or bar at night – spectacular. | ||||
| 6 | Not only does Hoi An have temples, pagodas, galleries, cooking schools etc., it also has a stunning beach. Perfect for relaxing after all that sightseeing. | The beach is a short cycle ride from town. | |||
| 7 | ๐Hoi An to Da Nang taxi ๐Da Nang to Hue (Book >) |
Dep: 11:30
Dep: 12:45 |
Arr: 12:15
Arr: 15:26 |
๐จLa Residence Hotel & Spa (Book >) |
All hotels > |
| Hue is an ancient capital of Vietnam, with evidence of this heritage all around. The Citadel is in the middle of town and comprises four separate cities within. | Entrance fee information can be found here. | ||||
| 8 | Take a tour along the Perfume River to Hon Chen temple andย Minh Mang mausoleum. Don’t missย Truong Tien bridge, built by Gustav Eiffel. | When crossing a road in Vietnam walk slowly in a straight line and without stopping – the motorbikes will simply flow around you. | |||
| 9 | โHue to Hanoi flight (Book >) | Dep: Morning | Arr: Morning | ๐จHotel La Siesta (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Pack in visits to theย Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Perfume Pagoda and Temple of Literature. Seeย Hoan Kiem Lakeย at sunset | Book many months in advance if visiting during January or February. | ||||
| 10 | ๐Hanoi to Ha Long City transfer โดHa Long City to Ha Long Bay boat(Book >) |
Dep: 08:00 | ๐จSwan Cruises (Book >) | All hotels and cruises > | |
| It won’t be long until you’re floating along the serene waters of Halong Bay towards Cap La Island. | Your cruise includes excursions such as kayaking | ||||
| 11 | Visitย Thay cave andย Vung Vieng village. | You may want to bring your own drinks on board. | |||
| 12 | โดHa Long Bay to Ha Long City boat ๐Ha Long City to Hanoi transfer |
Arr: 16:30 | ๐จHotel La Siesta (Book >) | All hotels > | |
| Cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay to Thien Canh Son Cave. | Don’t forget to bring insect repellent and a filter water bottle. | ||||
| 13 | Take a day tour to meet the hill tribe people inย Hoa Binh and Giang Mo villages. | It’s possible to journey on to Laos from Hanoi if you wish to add to this Vietnam itinerary. | |||
| 14 | โHanoi toย home (Book >) | Dep: Night | Arr: Morning | Connect this Vietnam itinerary with the Laos, China, Cambodia or Thailand itinerary | |
| Book your transfer to the airport. | |||||
| Mid-range |  |
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| 1 | โTo Ho Chi Minh City (Book >) | Dep: Evening | ๐จ In flight! | ||
| 2 | Arr: Morning | ๐จHotel L’Odeon (Book >) | All hotels > | ||
| Must-sees include the War Remnants Museum, bustling Binh Tay Market, Cao Dai Temple, Jade Emperor Pagoda and the Reunification Palace. | |||||
| 3 | ๐Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang train (Book >) | Dep: 09:00 | Arr: 16:23 | ๐จNovotel (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Enjoy the view from the window as you glide past tall hills and lush fields on train SE6. | Seat 61 recommends buying tickets at least a few days in advance. | ||||
| 4 | ๐Nha Trangย to Da Nang train (Book >) | Dep: 23:51 | ๐จTrain (Book >) | ||
| Buzzing Nha Trang is that perfect combination of excellent nightlife, sublime beaches and top notch snorkelling and diving. | Take a taxi to the 8th Century Cham Towers on the edge of town. | ||||
| 5 | ๐Nha Trangย to Da Nang train ๐Da Nang to Hoi An taxi |
Dep: 10:00 | Arr: 09:48 Arr: 10:45 |
๐จLantana Rivderside (Book >) | All hotels > |
| Hoi An packs in a lot to see and do. Hop on a bicycle and explore the countryside, take a cooking class, wander through the old town and visit the Quan Kong Temple, March Gallery, Cau Chua Pagoda and Xu Dang Trong Arts Centre. | The views from An Hoi island across the water to town are best viewed from a cafรฉ or bar at night – spectacular. | ||||
| 6 | Not only does Hoi An have temples, pagodas, galleries, cooking schools etc., it also has a stunning beach. Perfect for relaxing after all that sightseeing. | The beach is a short cycle ride from town. | |||
| 7 | ๐Hoi An to Da Nang taxi ๐Da Nang to Hue train (Book >) |
Dep: 11:30
Dep: 12:45 |
Arr: 12:15
Arr: 15:26 |
๐จThe Scarlett (Book >) |
All hotels > |
| Hue is an ancient capital of Vietnam, with evidence of this heritage all around. The Citadel is in the middle of town and comprises four separate cities within. | Entrance fee information can be found here. | ||||
| 8 | ๐Hue to Hanoi train (Book >) | Dep: 16:26 | ๐จTrain (Book >) |
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| Take a tour along the Perfume River to Hon Chen temple and Minh Mang mausoleum. Don’t miss Truong Tien bridge, built by Gustav Eiffel. | When crossing a road in Vietnam walk slowly in a straight line and without stopping – the motorbikes will simply flow around you. | ||||
| 9 | ๐Hue to Hanoi train | Arr: 05:30 | ๐จTrendy Hotel & Spa (Book >) | All hotels > | |
| Pack in visits to the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Perfume Pagoda and Temple of Literature. See Hoan Kiem Lake at sunset | Book many months in advance if visiting during January or February. | ||||
| 10 | ๐Hanoi to Ha Long City transfer โดHa Long City to Ha Long Bay boat (Book >) |
Dep: 08:00 | ๐จSwan Cruises (Book >) | All hotels and cruises > | |
| It won’t be long until you’re floating along the serene waters of Halong Bay towards Cap La Island. | Your cruise includes excursions such as kayaking | ||||
| 11 | Visit Thay cave and Vung Vieng village. | You may want to bring your own drinks on board. | |||
| 12 | โดHa Long Bay to Ha Long City boat ๐Ha Long City to Hanoi transfer |
Arr: 16:30 | ๐จTrendy Hotel & Spa (Book >) | All hotels > | |
| Cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay to Thien Canh Son Cave. | Don’t forget to bring insect repellent and a filter water bottle. | ||||
| 13 | Take a day tour to meet the hill tribe people in Hoa Binh and Giang Mo villages. | It’s possible to journey on to Laos from Hanoi if you wish to add to this Vietnam itinerary. | |||
| 14 | โHanoi toย home (Book >) | Dep: Night | Arr: Morning | Connect this Vietnam itinerary with the Laos, China, Cambodia or Thailand itinerary | |
| Book your transfer to the airport. | |||||
| Budget |  |
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| 1 | โTo Ho Chi Minh City (Book >) | Dep: Evening | ๐จ In flight! | ||
| 2 | Arr: Morning | ๐จTam Hostel (Book >) | All hostels > | ||
| Must-sees include the War Remnants Museum, bustling Binh Tay Market, Cao Dai Temple, Jade Emperor Pagoda and the Reunification Palace. | |||||
| 3 | ๐Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang train (Book >) | Dep: 09:00 | Arr: 16:23 | ๐จLivin’ Hub (Book >) | All hostels > |
| Enjoy the view from the window as you glide past tall hills and lush fields on train SE6. | Seat 61 recommends buying tickets at least a few days in advance. | ||||
| 4 | ๐Nha Trang to Da Nang train (Book >) | Dep: 23:51 | ๐จTrain (Book >) | ||
| Buzzing Nha Trang is that perfect combination of excellent nightlife, sublime beaches and top notch snorkelling and diving. | Take a taxi to the 8th Century Cham Towers on the edge of town. | ||||
| 5 | ๐Nha Trang to Da Nang train ๐Da Nang to Hoi An bus |
. . Dep: 10:00 |
Arr: 09:48
Arr: 11:00 |
๐จBlue Clouds Hotel (Book >) | All hostels > |
| Hoi An packs in a lot to see and do. Hop on a bicycle and explore the countryside, take a cooking class, wander through the old town and visit the Quan Kong Temple, March Gallery, Cau Chua Pagoda and Xu Dang Trong Arts Centre. | Buses leave Da Nang for Hoi An every 15 mins from Le Duan street. | ||||
| 6 | Not only does Hoi An have temples, pagodas, galleries, cooking schools etc., it also has a stunning beach. Perfect for relaxing after all that sightseeing. | The beach is a short cycle ride from town. | |||
| 7 | ๐Hoi An to Da Nang shuttle ๐Da Nang to Hue train (Book >) |
Dep: 11:15
Dep: 12:45 |
Arr: 12:15
Arr: 15:26 |
๐จSweethouse 2 Homestay (Book >) |
All hostels > |
| Hue is an ancient capital of Vietnam, with evidence of this heritage all around. The Citadel is in the middle of town and comprises four separate cities within. | Entrance fee information can be found here. | ||||
| 8 | ๐Hue to Hanoi train (Book >) | Dep: 16:26 | ๐จTrain (Book >) |
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| Take a tour along the Perfume River to Hon Chen temple and Minh Mang mausoleum. Don’t miss Truong Tien bridge, built by Gustav Eiffel. | When crossing a road in Vietnam walk slowly in a straight line and without stopping – the motorbikes will simply flow around you. | ||||
| 9 | ๐Hue to Hanoi train | Arr: 05:30 | ๐จLittle Charm Hanoi Hostel (Book >) | All hostels > | |
| Pack in visits to the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, Ho Chi Minh mausoleum, Perfume Pagoda and Temple of Literature. See Hoan Kiem Lake at sunset | Book many months in advance if visiting during January or February. | ||||
| 10 | ๐Hanoi to Ha Long City shuttle โดHa Long City to Ha Long Bay boat(Book >) |
Dep: 08:00 | ๐จSunlight Cruise (Book >) | All hotels and cruises > | |
| It won’t be long until you’re floating along the serene waters of Halong Bay towards Cap La Island. | It is definitely worth spending a little more to get a good quality Halong Bay cruise. | ||||
| 11 | Visit Thay cave and Vung Vieng village. | You may want to bring your own drinks on board. | |||
| 12 | โดHa Long Bay to Ha Long City boat ๐Ha Long City to Hanoi shuttle |
Arr: 16:30 | ๐จLittle Charm Hanoi Hostel (Book >) | All hostels > | |
| Cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay to Thien Canh Son Cave. | Don’t forget to bring insect repellent and a filter water bottle. | ||||
| 13 | Take a day tour to meet the hill tribe people in Hoa Binh and Giang Mo villages. | It’s possible to journey on to Laos from Hanoi if you wish to add to this Vietnam itinerary | |||
| 14 | โHanoi toย home (Book >) | Dep: Night | Arr: Morning | Connect this Vietnam itinerary with the Laos, China, Cambodia or Thailand itinerary | |
| Book your transfer to the airport. | |||||
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