15 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 20th (Mon), explore the activities along Bach Dang, then stop by Chinatown (Cho Lon) - District 5, and then get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and other tourist information, you can read our Ho Chi Minh City trip planner.

Lisbon, Portugal to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 19.5-hour flight. Traveling from Lisbon to Ho Chi Minh City, you'll lose 7 hours due to the time zone difference. In November, Ho Chi Minh City is warmer than Lisbon - with highs of 38°C and lows of 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to travel to Tuy Hoa.

Tuy Hòa is the capital city of Phú Yên Province in south-central Vietnam. You've now added Da Dia Reef to your itinerary. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): explore the striking landscape at Da Dia Reef.

For maps, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Tuy Hoa road trip app.

Traveling by flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Tuy Hoa takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. On the 23rd (Thu), you'll 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.

You've now added Hạ Long Bay to your itinerary. Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): make a trip to Cua Van Floating Village. On your second day here, explore the activities along Bai Tu Long Bay and then contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay.

To see where to stay, reviews, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Halong Bay attractions planner.

Do a combination of flight and ferry from Tuy Hoa to Halong Bay in 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus, car, and ferry; or do a combination of train, car, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Hoi An Ancient Town, Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture and Tuong Tailor - Hoi An. Kick off your visit on the 26th (Sun): don't miss a visit to Japanese Covered Bridge, then stop by Tuong Tailor - Hoi An, and then make a trip to Hoi An Ancient Town. Keep things going the next day: see the interesting displays at Da Nang Museum of Cham Sculpture and then soothe aching muscles at some of the top local wellness centers.

To see other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Hoi An attractions planner.

Traveling by combination of ferry and flight from Halong Bay to Hoi An takes 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, car, and bus; or do a combination of ferry, car, and train. Expect a daytime high around 33°C in November, and nighttime lows around 27°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Bãi Đầm Trầu. On the 28th (Tue), enjoy the sand and surf at Bãi Đầm Trầu. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 29th (Wed): brush up on your military savvy at Con Dao Musuem and then discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour.

For photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Con Son day trip tool.

Traveling by flight from Hoi An to Con Son takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train, bus, car, and ferry; or do a combination of bus, train, car, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel 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.

Dam Chuon Huong Quan has been added to your itinerary. On the 30th (Thu), stroll through Dam Chuon Huong Quan and then steep yourself in history at Imperial City.

To see more things to do, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, refer to the Hue sightseeing planner.

You can fly from Con Son to Hue in 6 hours. Other options are to do a combination of ferry, car, bus, and train; or do a combination of ferry, car, and bus. In November, daily temperatures in Hue can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can 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.

You've now added Indochina Voyages to your itinerary. On the 2nd (Sat), deepen your appreciation for local ecosystems through Indochina Voyages.

For maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, read Hanoi road trip website.

Getting from Hue to Hanoi by flight takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. On the 3rd (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.