18 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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 4th (Tue), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. There's much more to do: make a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels, get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Emperor Jade Pagoda, and hunt for treasures at Ben Thanh Market.

To see ratings, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read our Ho Chi Minh City vacation planning site.

London, UK to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 15.5-hour flight. You'll lose 7 hours traveling from London to Ho Chi Minh City due to the time zone difference. Traveling from London in March, expect Ho Chi Minh City to be much hotter, temps between 40°C and 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough 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.

Duong Dong is known for wildlife, beaches, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: cast your line with Phu Quoc Jeep Tour, relax in the rural setting at Phu Quoc Countryside, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Dinh Ba Thuy Long Thanh Mau, and browse the different shops at The Vietnamese Artists.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, use the Duong Dong holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Duong Dong takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

Hoi An is known for shopping, sightseeing, and spas. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Hoi An Ancient Town, browse the exhibits of Gallery 180, see what you can catch with a fishing tour, and view the masterpieces at Couleurs by Rehahn.

For reviews, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Hoi An trip planning app.

You can fly from Duong Dong to Hoi An in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and train. In April, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to drive 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.

Kick off your visit on the 11th (Tue): contemplate the long history of Tomb of Minh Mang, admire the striking features of Thien Mu Pagoda, and then steep yourself in history at Imperial City.

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Traveling by car from Hoi An to Hue takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in April, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Tue) so you can drive 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.

On the 12th (Wed), explore the activities along Suoi Nuoc Mooc and then Head underground at Son Doong Cave. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the fascinating underground world of Phong Nha Caves and then get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour.

To see maps, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park sightseeing site.

Traveling by car from Hue to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) early enough to fly 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 14th (Fri), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. There's lots more to do: explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), steep yourself in history at Hoa Lo Prison, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, and make a trip to Temple of Literature & National University.

For traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, read our Hanoi holiday planner.

Fly from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hanoi in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 17th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.