13 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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 3rd (Mon), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. There's still lots to do: don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, hunt for treasures at Ben Thanh Market, and get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum.

Make your Ho Chi Minh City itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.

Melbourne, Australia to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City is minus 3 hours. Traveling from Melbourne in July, expect Ho Chi Minh City to be warmer, temps between 38°C and 28°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Tue): Head underground at Son Doong Cave and then relax and rejuvenate at Magic Fingers. On the 5th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: Head underground at Phong Nha Caves and then identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas.

For photos, reviews, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park online route planner.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) to allow enough time to fly to Hanoi.

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, stop by Vietgiftmart, contemplate the long history of Hoa Lo Prison, and explore the activities along West Lake.

To find photos, more things to do, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Hanoi online trip builder.

You can fly from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hanoi in 2.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Step out of Hoi An to go to Da Nang and see Tran Thi Ly Bridge, which is approximately 52 minutes away. The adventure continues: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, take in the exciting artwork at Couleurs by Rehahn, experience rural life at Tra Que Minty Garden, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, read our Hoi An trip itinerary site.

Traveling by flight from Hanoi to Hoi An takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 39°C in July, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Duong Dong.

A holiday in Duong Dong offers cultural diversity, great nature experiences, and a variety of educational and kid-friendly attractions.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): learn the secrets of beer at Beer Fridge, then see what you can catch with Truly Vietnam Travel, and then relax and rejuvenate at LunaThaiSpa.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Duong Dong road trip planning app.

Fly from Hoi An to Duong Dong in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight back home.