15 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.

Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get to know the fascinating history of Old Quarter, get engrossed in the history at Ho Chi Minh Museum, contemplate the long history of Hoa Lo Prison, and explore the world behind art at Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat).

To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Hanoi road trip planner.

Use the Route module to see travel options from your home to Hanoi. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Mon) so you can travel 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.

Ho Chi Minh City is known for nightlife, museums, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels, get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and admire the striking features of Central Post Office.

For reviews, other places to visit, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Ho Chi Minh City trip planner.

You can fly from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June, daily temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Wed) to allow time to 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.

Start off your visit on the 8th (Thu): take in the spiritual surroundings of Linh Phuoc Pagoda, explore the activities along Xuan Huong Lake, and then push the limits with an extreme tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the long history of Bao Dai's Palace and then get outside with Pine Track Adventures.

To see photos, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, read Da Lat sightseeing planner.

Getting from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Fri) to allow enough time to take a bus 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.

On the 10th (Sat), get in on the family fun at VinWonders Nha Trang and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Po Nagar Cham Towers. On your second day here, snap pictures at Tran Phu Bridge and then get active on the water at Mark Scott's Diving Vietnam.

To see ratings, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, refer to the Nha Trang online trip maker.

Traveling by bus from Da Lat to Nha Trang takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sun) to allow enough time 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.

Hoi An is known for shopping, spas, and classes. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: don't miss a visit to Hoi An Ancient Town, enjoy the sand and surf at Cua Dai Beach, take in the awesome beauty at The Marble Mountains, and steep yourself in history at The Tran Family Home and Chapel.

To see other places to visit, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Hoi An trip itinerary website.

Getting from Nha Trang to Hoi An by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In June in Hoi An, expect temperatures between 41°C during the day and 30°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Wed) so you can 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.

On the 15th (Thu), contemplate the long history of Tomb of Tu Duc, contemplate the long history of Tomb of Minh Mang, admire the landmark architecture of Thien Mu Pagoda, then snap pictures at Truong Tien Bridge, and finally contemplate the long history of Imperial City. Keep things going the next day: don't miss a visit to The Flag Tower, take in the spiritual surroundings of The Mieu Temple, and then catch all the local highlights with Le Family Rider.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Hue vacation builder tool.

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. In June in Hue, expect temperatures between 41°C during the day and 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.