16 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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 5th (Wed): take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, then take in the views from Pont Bai Chay, and then explore the activities along Hạ Long Bay.

To see where to stay, ratings, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Halong Bay route planner.

Mumbai, India to Halong Bay is an approximately 12.5-hour combination of flight, car, and ferry. You can also do a combination of flight, car, and ferry. The time zone changes from India Standard Time to Indochina Time, which is usually a 1.5 hour difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Wed) early enough to travel 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.

On the 6th (Thu), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Quarter, browse the exhibits of A Dong Art Gallery, make a trip to Temple of Literature & National University, and contemplate the waterfront views at Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake).

To see maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Hanoi online trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Halong Bay to Hanoi by combination of ferry and bus takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry, car, and train; or do a combination of ferry, flight, and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sun) so you can 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.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Mon): get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour and then indulge in some personalized pampering at Magic Fingers. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the activities along Suoi Nuoc Mooc and then Head underground at Son Doong Cave.

Plan my Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park trip by asking Klarna Trips to come up with tips and suggestions.

Traveling by flight from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) 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.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Wed): look for gifts at Tinh Hoa Art Shop, contemplate the long history of Tomb of Tu Duc, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Thien Mu Pagoda, and finally contemplate the long history of Imperial City.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Hue travel 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. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in April, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Wed) so you can 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.

When in Hoi An, make a side trip to see StormX in Da Nang, approximately Da Nang away. There's much more to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, explore the world behind art at Precious Heritage by Rehahn, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, and experience rural life at Tra Que Minty Garden.

To find where to stay, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read our Hoi An trip planner.

Drive from Hue to Hoi An in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. April in Hoi An sees daily highs of 36°C and lows of 28°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Duong Dong.

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

Kick off your visit on the 16th (Sun): indulge in some personalized pampering at LunaThaiSpa, see what you can catch with Phu Quoc Jeep Tour, and then learn the secrets of beer at Beer Fridge.

To see where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, refer to the Duong Dong holiday maker site.

You can fly from Hoi An to Duong Dong in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) 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 19th (Wed), 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, get a sense of history and politics at Central Post Office, stop by The House of Saigon, and indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink.

For other places to visit, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Ho Chi Minh City trip maker site.

You can fly from Duong Dong to Ho Chi Minh City in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. In April, daytime highs in Ho Chi Minh City are 41°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to catch the flight back home.