22 days in Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City Itinerary

Get some historical perspective at Mỹ Sơn and Khuong My Towers. Bring the kids along to Spas and The Marble Mountains. Venture out of the city with trips to Bang An Tower (in Dien Ban), Tam Ky (Tam Thanh Beach & Chien Dan Cham Tower) and Da Nang (The Gioi Tranh Dep, Phuoc My Beach, &more). Spend the 26th (Thu) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. The adventure continues: stroll through Cua Dai Beach, look for gifts at Rubin Cloth Shop, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and don't miss a visit to Hoi An Ancient Town.

To find ratings, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Hoi An driving holiday planning website.

Ko Similan, Thailand to Hoi An is an approximately 10.5-hour combination of flight and car. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Ko Similan in January; daily highs in Hoi An reach 29°C and lows reach 22°C. On the 4th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Kids will appreciate attractions like War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels. Head to Ben Thanh Market and Couleurs by Rehahn Fine Art Photography - Dong Khoifor plenty of shopping. On the 5th (Sun), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. There's still lots to do: pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, explore the world behind art at Artinus 3D Art Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chùa Giác Lâm (Giac Lam Pagoda), and visit Chinatown (Cho Lon) - District 5.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Ho Chi Minh City trip planner.

You can fly from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Hoi An in February, you will find days in Ho Chi Minh City are somewhat warmer (39°C), and nights are about the same (26°C). Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can travel back home.