19 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), relax and rejuvenate at Hanoi L'essence De La Vie Spa, view the masterpieces at A Dong Art Gallery, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Temple of Literature & National University.

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Lisbon, Portugal to Hanoi is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Lisbon to Hanoi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Halong Bay.

On the 11th (Sat), take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay.

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Do a combination of bus and ferry from Hanoi to Halong Bay in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to travel to Ninh Binh.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sun): relax and rejuvenate at Mai Spa, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Bai Dinh Pagoda, and then take in the local highlights with Walking tours. Keep things going the next day: Head underground at Trang An Grottoes and then stop by Minh Trang Handmade.

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Traveling by combination of ferry, car, and bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and bus. March in Ninh Binh sees daily highs of 28°C and lows of 22°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Hue.

On the 14th (Tue), get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 15th (Wed): steep yourself in history at Thien Mu Pagoda and then contemplate the long history of Imperial City.

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You can do a combination of bus and flight from Ninh Binh to Hue in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. When traveling from Ninh Binh in March, plan for a bit warmer days in Hue, with highs around 32°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 24°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Da Nang.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): make a trip to Marian Shrine of the Lady of Tra Kieu.

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Traveling by car from Hue to Da Nang takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Da Nang can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. On the 17th (Fri), you're off to Hoi An.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Fri): look for gifts at Rubin Cloth Shop, don't miss a visit to Japanese Covered Bridge, and then don't miss a visit to Hoi An Ancient Town. Keep things going the next day: experience rural life at Tra Que Minty Garden, then take in the exciting artwork at Couleurs by Rehahn, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

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Getting from Da Nang to Hoi An by car takes about an hour. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In March, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) so you can fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

On the 21st (Tue), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels, browse the eclectic array of goods at Ben Thanh Market, ponder the world of politics at Central Post Office, and get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum.

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Traveling by flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. While traveling from Hoi An, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Ho Chi Minh City, ranging from highs of 40°C to lows of 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough to fly to Siem Reap.

Siem Reap is known for historic sites, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Angkor Wat, steep yourself in history at Phimeanakas, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ta Prohm, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

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Getting from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In March in Siem Reap, expect temperatures between 40°C during the day and 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.