7 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): contemplate the long history of Temple of Literature & National University, then see Off-Road Tours, and then take in the exciting artwork at Klimt Art Gallery. On the 12th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get to know the fascinating history of Old Quarter, stop by Tired City Hang Gai, and then explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake).

To see maps, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Hanoi trip planner.

Jaipur, India to Hanoi is an approximately 11-hour flight. You can also drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1.5 hours traveling from Jaipur to Hanoi. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sun) 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.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Mon): get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports and then explore the activities along Hạ Long Bay.

To find photos, other places to visit, ratings, and more tourist information, go to the Halong Bay day trip planning tool.

Getting from Hanoi to Halong Bay by combination of bus and ferry takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, and ferry. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to travel to Hoi An.

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.

On the 14th (Tue), take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at The Marble Mountains, make a trip to Hoi An Ancient Town, and then don't miss a visit to Japanese Covered Bridge. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: cast your line with a fishing tour, browse the exhibits of Couleurs by Rehahn, then look for gifts at Phuoc Thinh Souvenir Shop, and finally relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see more things to do, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Hoi An trip itinerary planning website.

Do a combination of ferry, car, bus, and flight from Halong Bay to Hoi An in 7 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, and flight; or do a combination of ferry and bus; or do a combination of ferry, car, and train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 32°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) 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 16th (Thu), take in the architecture and atmosphere at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, take an in-depth tour of War Remnants Museum, and then ponder the world of politics at Central Post Office.

To see photos, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, read Ho Chi Minh City vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Traveling from Hoi An in March, expect nights in Ho Chi Minh City to be about the same, around 28°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 40°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Thu) to allow time for the flight back home.