1 day in Ho Chi Minh City & Hanoi 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.

To find reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, you can read our Ho Chi Minh City journey maker website.

The Route module shows you travel options from your home to Ho Chi Minh City. In December, plan for daily highs up to 36°C, and evening lows to 26°C. On the 1st (Tue), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off 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.

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Tue): browse for treasures at 54 Traditions Gallery.

To see maps, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Hanoi holiday maker app.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to travel back home.