25 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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 off the beaten path and head to Fishing Charters & Tours and Precious Heritage by Rehahn. When in Hoi An, make a side trip to see Food Tours in Da Nang, approximately Da Nang away. And it doesn't end there: go for a walk through Tra Que Vegetable Village, stop by Hoi An Cocoon Silk, enjoy the sand and surf at Non Nuoc Beach, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers.

To find reviews, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Hoi An travel itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from Spain, the closest major aiport is Da Nang International Airport. In May in Hoi An, expect temperatures between 39°C during the day and 30°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Thu) so you can go by car 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.

Explore hidden gems such as Thanh Toan Eco Tours and Food Tours. There's lots more to do: make a trip to Nguyen Dinh Chieu Walking Street, deepen your understanding at Quoc Hoc Hue High School for the Gifted, see Multi-day Tours, and admire the masterpieces at Le Ba Dang Art Museum.

For photos, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Hue trip itinerary maker site.

Drive from Hoi An to Hue in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 40°C, and evening lows to 28°C. On the 7th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Da Lat.

While often referred to as "City of a Thousand Flowers," "City of a Thousand Pines," and "City of a Thousand Palms," you'd be right in thinking that numbers far greater than a thousand have given Da Lat its reputation as a fertile agricultural heartland.

Explore hidden gems such as Statue Of Golden Buddha and XQ Vietnam. There's much more to do: relax and float downstream with Pine Track Adventures, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Domaine de Marie Church, get engrossed in the history at Da Lat King Palace I, and savor a delicious cup with a coffee and tea tour.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, ratings, and tourist information, read Da Lat road trip planner.

Traveling by combination of bus and flight from Hue to Da Lat takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. On the 10th (Wed), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Phan Thiet.

An emerging coastal getaway, the city of Phan Thiet has always been known for its fishing industry and, in particular, as a center of fish sauce production.

Step off the beaten path and head to Linh Son Truong Tho Pagoda and Yoga dom na gore. Step out of Phan Thiet with an excursion to Reclining Buddha in Thi Tran Thuan Nam--about 1h 10 min away. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Linh Long Tu Temple and find your balance on the water with Jibe's Beach Club.

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Getting from Da Lat to Phan Thiet by bus takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. On the 13th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Nha Trang.

On a vacation in Nha Trang, a famous Vietnam resort town, you can lounge on a beach all day and party into the night.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Ba Ho Waterfall and Nha Tho Nui. Rev up your beach day on the 14th (Sun) with Mark Scott's Diving Vietnam. Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Suoi Do Pagoda, stop by XQ Hand Embroidery, and take in the exciting artwork at Long Thanh Photo Studio.

To find reviews, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Nha Trang day trip planner.

Traveling by car from Phan Thiet to Nha Trang takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Tue) so you can catch the flight 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 17th (Wed), look for gifts at Authentique Home and then cruise around with Saigon Vibes. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 18th (Thu): see the interesting displays at FITO Museum and then choose your vessel at Saigon Boat Company.

To find where to stay, photos, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Ho Chi Minh City online journey planner.

Traveling by flight from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Ho Chi Minh City are 41°C, while nighttime lows are 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Thu) so you can travel to Phu Quoc Island.

The largest of Vietnam's islands, Phu Quoc combines tradition with modernity, and nature with nurture.

Phu Quoc Island is known for beaches, wildlife, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: explore the activities along Archipelago Anthoy, don't miss a visit to Dinh Cau Rock (Cua Temple), tee off at Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc Course, and look for gifts at Pq Little Mart.

To find ratings, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Phu Quoc Island trip maker site.

You can do a combination of flight and taxi from Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Quoc Island in 3.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus, ferry, and taxi. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Halong Bay.

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 22nd (Mon): get a new perspective on nature at Bảo Tàng Quảng Ninh and then get outside with Outdoor Activities.

To see photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Halong Bay day trip planning tool.

Getting from Phu Quoc Island to Halong Bay by combination of taxi, flight, and ferry takes about 9.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi, flight, and ferry; or do a combination of taxi, ferry, bus, train, and car; or do a combination of taxi, ferry, and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 23rd (Tue) to allow time for 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.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Presidential Palace Historical Site, then look for gifts at Tired City Dinh Tien Hoang, and then indulge in some personalized pampering at La Belle Vie Spa. On your second day here, make a trip to Vietnam Moon Travel and then scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour.

For ratings, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Hanoi trip itinerary maker.

Traveling by combination of ferry and bus from Halong Bay to Hanoi takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and train; or do a combination of ferry, flight, and bus.