34 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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.

Hue is known for historic sites, wildlife, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Imperial City, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, take in the spiritual surroundings of Thien Mu Pagoda, and look for gifts at Tinh Hoa Art Shop.

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Da Nang to Hue is an approximately 2-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 34°C in October, and nighttime lows around 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to go by car 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.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park: Son Trach (Paradise Cave & Hang Toi (Dark Cave)). There's still lots to do: explore the fascinating underground world of Son Doong Cave, explore the wealth of natural beauty at Phong Nha Caves, take in nature's colorful creations at Phong Nha Botanic Garden, and take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at U Bo Mountain (Nui U Bo).

To find traveler tips, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, use the Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park itinerary planning 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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Mon) so you can 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.

Hanoi is known for historic sites, spas, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: wander the streets of Old Quarter, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, steep yourself in history at Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, and explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake).

To find more things to do, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, use the Hanoi tour builder.

You can 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 on the 2nd (Sat) to allow 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Halong Bay side-trips: Cat Ba (Cat Ba National Park & Cat Ba Island). The adventure continues: contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay, add some adventure to your tour with a kayaking and canoeing tour, take in the spiritual surroundings of Long Tien Pagoda, and take in the views from Bãi Cháy Bridge.

To see traveler tips, maps, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Halong Bay travel itinerary planner.

You can do a combination of bus and ferry from Hanoi to Halong Bay in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, flight, car, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can travel to Duong Dong.

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

Change things up with a short trip to Gam Ghi Island in An Thoi (about 1h 25 min away). There's still lots to do: relax in the rural setting at Phu Quoc Countryside, contemplate the long history of Di Tích Nhà Tù Phú Quốc, don't miss a visit to Su Muon Pagoda, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

For maps, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, use the Duong Dong trip itinerary builder website.

Getting from Halong Bay to Duong Dong by combination of ferry and flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: do a combination of ferry, car, train, and bus; or do a combination of ferry, car, and bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Sat) so you can catch the flight 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, indulge your taste buds at Food & Drink, pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, go to the Ho Chi Minh City route website.

You can fly from Duong Dong to Ho Chi Minh City in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. 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 13th (Wed) to allow enough 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 nature, adventure, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, get outside with Pine Track Adventures, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and don't miss a visit to Valley of Love.

To see photos, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, read Da Lat road trip planner.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and taxi. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Sun) so you can catch the 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.

Nha Trang is known for historic sites, theme parks, and wildlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Po Nagar Cham Towers, discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour, examine the collection at Alexandre Yersin Museum, and view the masterpieces at Mai Loc Photo Gallery.

For where to stay, ratings, maps, and more tourist information, use the Nha Trang vacation planner.

Take a bus from Da Lat to Nha Trang in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Wed) so you can fly to Da Nang.

A curious mix of developed beachfront tourism and untouched local city life, Da Nang presents an often-overlooked but authentic and welcoming picture of central Vietnam.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Da Nang: Mỹ Sơn (in Duy Xuyen District) and Hoi An (Precious Heritage by Rehahn, Hoi An Ancient Town, &more). There's lots more to do: take in the dramatic natural features at The Marble Mountains, make a trip to Dragon Bridge, and see the interesting displays at Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture.

To see reviews, maps, photos, and more tourist information, you can read our Da Nang day trip app.

Getting from Nha Trang to Da Nang by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In November, daytime highs in Da Nang are 33°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.