30 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 out of Hoi An to go to Da Nang and see Tran Thi Ly Bridge, which is approximately 52 minutes away. The adventure continues: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, find something for the whole family at Hoi An Memories Land, explore the world behind art at Precious Heritage by Rehahn, and stop by Yaly Couture - Nguyen Thai Hoc branch.

To see maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Hoi An journey planner.

Sutton-on-Sea, UK to Hoi An is an approximately 22-hour combination of flight and car. The time zone difference when traveling from Sutton-on-Sea to Hoi An is 7 hours. November in Hoi An sees daily highs of 33°C and lows of 27°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to fly 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.

Da Lat is known for sightseeing, nature, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: scramble along the landscape with a canyoning and rapelling tour, add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, don't miss a visit to Lam Vien Square, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Linh Phuoc Pagoda.

To see maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Da Lat trip planner.

Getting from Hoi An to Da Lat by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly 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 8th (Wed), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. The adventure continues: don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels, hunt for treasures at Ben Thanh Market, stop by Lucy Henna, and pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon.

To find maps, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Ho Chi Minh City tour itinerary builder.

You can fly from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. November in Ho Chi Minh City sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Duong Dong.

A holiday in Duong Dong offers cultural diversity, great nature experiences, and a variety of educational and kid-friendly attractions.

Go for a jaunt from Duong Dong to Ganh Dau to see Vinpearl Land Phu Quoc about 38 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: do sightseeing your way with Truly Vietnam Travel, don't miss a visit to Sung Hung Pagoda, find something for the whole family at Happy Farm PQ, and relax in the rural setting at Phu Quoc Mushroom.

To find photos, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, go to the Duong Dong trip planner.

Getting from Ho Chi Minh City to Duong Dong by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) to allow enough time 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 16th (Thu): get outside with Outdoor Activities, then snap pictures at Pont Bai Chay, and then contemplate the waterfront views at Bai Tu Long Bay. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 17th (Fri): contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay, then find something for the whole family at Sun World Ha Long Complex, and then relax and rejuvenate at Le Parfum Spa.

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Do a combination of flight and ferry from Duong Dong to Halong Bay in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to 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.

On the 19th (Sun), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's still lots to do: wander the streets of Old Quarter, contemplate the long history of Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour.

To find reviews, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Hanoi trip planner.

You can do a combination of ferry and bus from Halong Bay to Hanoi in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and train; or do a combination of ferry, flight, and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to fly to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

Marked by underground rivers, famous caves, limestone cliffs, and tropical rainforests, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park wows visitors with a spectacular range of landscapes and wildlife.

Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is known for nature, nightlife, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour, Head underground at Son Doong Cave, relax and rejuvenate at Lemon Tree Nail & Spa, and explore the activities along Suoi Nuoc Mooc.

To find where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park trip maker tool.

Getting from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) 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.

Spend the 27th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Imperial City, learn the secrets of beer at a beer tour and tasting, view the masterpieces at Green Bamboo Art Gallery, and look for gifts at Tinh Hoa Art Shop.

To see reviews, traveler tips, photos, and tourist information, read Hue travel planner.

You can drive from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hue in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. November in Hue sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 25°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Wed) to allow time to travel back home.