32 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.

Visiting Cua Dai Beach and Nature & Wildlife Tours will get you outdoors. You'll get in some beach time at An Bang Beach and Phuoc My Beach. Go for a jaunt from Hoi An to Da Nang to see My Khe Beach about 36 minutes away. Next up on the itinerary: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, browse the range of quality goods at Ginkgo T-Shirts Store Le Loi, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and have fun at Henna Art Hoi An.

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Manchester, UK to Hoi An is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 7 hours traveling from Manchester to Hoi An. In August, Hoi An is warmer than Manchester - with highs of 40°C and lows of 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Fri) to allow time to travel 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 7th (Sat), take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Sun): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Po Nagar Cham Towers, enjoy the sand and surf at Nha Trang Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Long Beach.

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You can fly from Hoi An to Nha Trang in 4.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sun) to allow time to travel to Con Son.

Taking a vacation in Con Son is like stepping back in time, with the island of around 5,000 people offering a glimpse into what life in Vietnam was like before television and other modern conveniences arrived.

On the 9th (Mon), enjoy the sand and surf at Ong Dung Beach, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Bãi Đầm Trầu, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Hang Da Duc Me. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: steep yourself in history at Con Dao Prison, get outside with Outdoor Activities, and then explore the different monuments and memorials at Hang Duong Cemetary.

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You can fly from Nha Trang to Con Son in 7 hours. Other options are to do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of train, taxi, bus, and ferry. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Tue) early enough to travel to Duong Dong.

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

Take a break from the city and head to Ong Lang Beach and Vung Bau Beach. Relax by the water at Bai Tắm Sao and Starfish Beach. There's much more to do: indulge in some personalized pampering at Luna Thai Spa, tee off at Vinpearl Golf Phu Quoc Course, kick back and relax at Thom Beach, and admire the sheer force of Phu Quoc Waterfall.

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Fly from Con Son to Duong Dong in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (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.

On the 17th (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, ponder the world of politics at The Independence Palace, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Ben Thanh Market.

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Getting from Duong Dong to Ho Chi Minh City by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. August in Ho Chi Minh City sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Thu) to allow time to travel 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.

Get in touch with nature at Son Doong Cave and U Bo Mountain (Nui U Bo). Step out of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park with an excursion to Hang Toi (Dark Cave) in Son Trach--about 1h 15 min away. Next up on the itinerary: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, indulge in some personalized pampering at Lemon Tree Nail & Spa, explore the fascinating underground world of Phong Nha Caves, and relax in the rural setting at The Duck Stop.

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You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) 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.

On the 23rd (Mon), get a dose of the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Here are some ideas for day two: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, then admire the landmark architecture of Thien Mu Pagoda, and then contemplate the long history of Imperial City.

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Getting from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hue by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In August, daytime highs in Hue are 40°C, while nighttime lows are 29°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Tue) early enough 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.

Visiting Nature & Wildlife Tours and Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) will get you outdoors. On the 28th (Sat), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. Next up on the itinerary: wander the streets of Old Quarter, browse the handmade items at Lụa To Vang, stop by TiredCity Hang Bong, and steep yourself in history at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum.

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You can fly from Hue to Hanoi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can 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.

On the 30th (Mon), indulge in some personalized pampering at Royal Spa, take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and then explore the wealth of natural beauty at Cat Ba National Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay, then step off the mainland to explore Cat Ba Island, and then explore the fascinating underground world of Tien Ong Cave.

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Getting from Hanoi to Halong Bay by combination of bus, flight, car, and ferry takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and ferry; or do a combination of train, car, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) to allow enough time to travel back home.