19 days in Vietnam Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Sat): get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, hunt for treasures at Ben Thanh Market, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ba Thien Hau Temple, view the masterpieces at Couleurs by Rehahn Fine Art Photography - Dong Khoi, then steep yourself in history at People's Committee Building, and finally explore the world behind art at Blue Space Art Gallery. On the 9th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: view the masterpieces at Ben Thanh Art & Frame, then view the masterpieces at Vietnam ART Gallery, then take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally get the lay of the land with Viet King Fisher Company.

To see photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Ho Chi Minh City visit planner.

New Delhi, India to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone changes from India Standard Time to Indochina Time, which is usually a 1.5 hour difference. Traveling from New Delhi in April, expect a bit warmer with lows of 30°C in Ho Chi Minh City. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) to allow time to fly to Con Son.

Escape the urban bustle at Scuba & Snorkeling and An Hai Lake. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Bãi Đầm Trầu and Van Son Pagoda. And it doesn't end there: brush up on your military savvy at Con Dao Musuem, stroll the grounds of Hang Duong Cemetary, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hang Da Duc Me, and contemplate the long history of Con Dao Prison.

To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Con Son driving holiday planning app.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Con Son in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of taxi and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. On the 13th (Thu), you'll travel to Hoi An.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Thu): snap pictures at Japanese Covered Bridge, cast your line with a fishing tour, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Fri): kick back and relax at Cua Dai Beach, stop by Rubin Cloth Shop, then steep yourself in history at Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien), and finally explore the world behind art at Precious Heritage by Rehahn.

To see where to stay, ratings, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Hoi An trip itinerary builder tool.

Fly from Con Son to Hoi An in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, and taxi; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. In April in Hoi An, expect temperatures between 36°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 15th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Da Nang.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Sat): take in the exciting artwork at Vietnam Cultural Exchange, then pause for some serene contemplation at Da Nang Catheral, then stop by Tabalo Outdoor, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Nha Tho An Hoa Da Nang. Keep things going the next day: learn about all things military at Da Nang Museum, then admire the masterpieces at 3D Museum Art in Paradise Danang, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Non Nuoc Beach, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Phap Lam Pagoda.

To see ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Da Nang travel itinerary planner.

You can drive from Hoi An to Da Nang in an hour. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Mon) so you can drive to Hue.

Appreciate the collections at Le Ba Dang Art Museum and Green Bamboo Art Gallery. Visit Imperial City and Thien Mu Pagoda for their historical value. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Imperial Tomb of Dong Khanh, see Off-Road Tours, cast your line with Thanh Toan Eco Tours, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hon Chen Temple.

To see reviews, more things to do, photos, and more tourist information, read Hue sightseeing app.

Traveling by car from Da Nang to Hue takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In April in Hue, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 26°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) to allow time to travel to Ninh Binh.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Thu): browse the eclectic array of goods at Rong Market Ninh Binh, then indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and then take a stroll through Tam Coc.

To find more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, read our Ninh Binh online visit planner.

Getting from Hue to Ninh Binh by combination of flight and bus takes about 6 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Hue in April, you will find days in Ninh Binh are little chillier (32°C), and nights are about the same (26°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to drive to Hanoi.

Get in touch with nature at Off-Road Tours and Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake). You'll discover tucked-away gems like Hanoi L'essence De La Vie Spa and Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat). There's still lots to do: stop by Old Quarter, browse the different shops at D&C Art Gallery, view the masterpieces at Klimt Art Gallery, and steep yourself in history at Hoa Lo Prison.

To find photos, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Hanoi route planner.

Getting from Ninh Binh to Hanoi by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Cat Ba.

On the 24th (Mon), stroll through Ti Top Beach.

To see photos, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Cat Ba trip itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of car and ferry from Hanoi to Cat Ba in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and taxi. You'll set off for home on the 25th (Tue).