24 days in Vietnam Itinerary

The capital of Vietnam, Hanoi has bounded back from the effects of war, and today serves as a bustling commercial and cultural hub bursting at the seams.

Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get to know the fascinating history of Old Quarter, steep yourself in history at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

For where to stay, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Hanoi online holiday planner.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Hanoi is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Amsterdam to Hanoi due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to travel to Halong Bay.

Halong Bay encompasses a cluster of verdant limestone islets that jut out from the sea and make up an enchanting setting recognized as a World Heritage Site.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): explore the fascinating underground world of Tien Ong Cave, head off the coast to Cat Ba Island, and then head off the coast to Hon Ga Choi Island. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Bai Tu Long Bay, then contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay, then hunt for treasures at Ha Long Market, and finally snap pictures at Pont Bai Chay.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read Halong Bay trip planner.

Getting from Hanoi to Halong Bay by combination of bus and ferry takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. On the 23rd (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Ninh Binh.

A fairly nondescript town, Ninh Binh acts as a base for explorations of the province of the same name, with the karst landscape and lush valleys that surround the town offering a wealth of scenic vistas of rice paddies and rugged rocks.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): explore the fascinating underground world of Mua Caves, look for all kinds of wild species at Tam Coc, and then make a trip to Bich Dong Pagoda. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 25th (Sat): explore the fascinating underground world of Trang An Grottoes and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bai Dinh Pagoda.

To find reviews, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Ninh Binh trip site.

You can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. February in Ninh Binh sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) early enough to travel to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

Marked by underground rivers, famous caves, limestone cliffs, and tropical rainforests, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park wows visitors with a spectacular range of landscapes and wildlife.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): tour the pleasant surroundings at Phong Nha Caves and then surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour. Here are some ideas for day two: relax in the rural setting at The Duck Stop and then explore the fascinating underground world of Son Doong Cave.

To see reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, you can read our Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park trip planning website.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. On the 28th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Hue.

Nestled on the banks of the Perfume River, the city of Hue remains most famous as the former home of the Nguyen Dynasty, the influence of which remains evident in local palaces, temples, forts, and museums.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Luc Bo Culture Space, then contemplate the long history of Tomb of Tu Duc, and then stop by Tinh Hoa Art Shop.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Hue trip planner.

Getting from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hue by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In February in Hue, expect temperatures between 28°C during the day and 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) to allow time to drive to Hoi An.

Indisputably one of Vietnam's most atmospheric destinations, Hoi An contains a World Heritage-listed old town boasting over 2,000 years of culture and history.

Hoi An is known for shopping, sightseeing, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Hoi An Ancient Town, relax in the rural setting at Tra Que Minty Garden, explore the galleries of Gallery 180, and stop by Rubin Cloth Shop.

For ratings, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Hoi An online journey builder.

Traveling by car from Hue to Hoi An takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In March in Hoi An, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) so you can fly to Da Lat.

While often referred to as "City of a Thousand Flowers," "City of a Thousand Pines," and "City of a Thousand Palms," you'd be right in thinking that numbers far greater than a thousand have given Da Lat its reputation as a fertile agricultural heartland.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Linh Phuoc Pagoda, and then relax in the rural setting at DL Nature's. On the 6th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take some stellar pictures from Lam Vien Square, then push the limits with an extreme tour, and then don't miss a visit to Crazy House.

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You can fly from Hoi An to Da Lat in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Formerly known in the West as Saigon and affectionately referred to as the "Pearl of the Far East," Ho Chi Minh City is a study of old and new, woven and piled together in a fast-paced urban hub.

On the 7th (Tue), take in the spiritual surroundings of Emperor Jade Pagoda, take in panoramic vistas at Bitexco Financial Tower, and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

For traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Ho Chi Minh City trip itinerary maker website.

Traveling by flight from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. In March in Ho Chi Minh City, expect temperatures between 40°C during the day and 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Can Tho.

The main city of the Mekong Delta, Can Tho has a bustling atmosphere, with tourism and trade central to its liveliness.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Wed): pause for some photo ops at Ho Chi Minh Monument, then get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then hunt for treasures at Cai Rang Floating Market.

For traveler tips, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, use the Can Tho online route builder.

You can drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Can Tho in 2.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and flight; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in March, and nighttime lows around 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Thu) so you can drive to Ho Chi Minh City.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: witness the site of a historic battle at Ben Dinh Tunnels and then don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels.

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You can drive from Can Tho to Ho Chi Minh City in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and taxi; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can catch the flight back home.