28 days in Ho Chi Minh City, Hue & Da Nang Itinerary

Attractions like Cu Chi Tunnels and Food Tours make great kid-friendly stops. On the 12th (Sat), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. And it doesn't end there: take an in-depth tour of War Remnants Museum, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Chùa Giác Lâm (Giac Lam Pagoda).

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Philadelphia, USA to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 23.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Indochina Time (ICT) is 12 hours. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Philadelphia in August: high temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City hover around 91°F and lows are around 77°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Hue.

Attractions like Imperial City and Nature & Wildlife Tours make great kid-friendly stops. There's much more to do: admire the landmark architecture of Thien Mu Pagoda, take a spin around town with Thanh Toan Eco Tours, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and contemplate the long history of Tomb of Minh Mang.

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Traveling by flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In August, daily temperatures in Hue can reach 94°F, while at night they dip to 77°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) so you can go by car to Da Nang.

You'll visit kid-friendly attractions like Spas and Food Tours. Change things up with these side-trips from Da Nang: Hoi An (Couleurs by Rehahn, The Timeless Hoi An, &more). On the 24th (Thu), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. The adventure continues: take in the dramatic natural features at The Marble Mountains, savor the flavors at Bac My An Market, don't miss a visit to Lady Buddha, and take in the views from Tran Thi Ly Bridge.

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Drive from Hue to Da Nang in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Da Nang are 94°F, while nighttime lows are 78°F. You will leave for home on the 31st (Thu).