6 days in Vietnam Itinerary

A hub of tourism in the country's northwestern mountainous region, Sapa represents home for a large number of ethnic minorities from the hill tribes of the region, and acts as a base for explorations of the surrounding area's wealth of natural sights.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Thu): explore and take pictures at Deo Tram Ton, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Fansipan Mountain, then look for gifts at Hieu Stone, and finally take a stroll through Hang Da Village.

For maps, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Sapa day trip app.

Hanoi to Sapa is an approximately 4-hour car ride. You can also take a bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive 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 18th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Temple of Literature & National University, then contemplate the long history of Hoa Lo Prison, and then wander the streets of Old Quarter.

For where to stay, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, go to the Hanoi holiday app.

Traveling by car from Sapa to Hanoi takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can 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.

Start off your visit on the 19th (Sat): contemplate the long history of Tomb of Minh Mang, admire the landmark architecture of Thien Mu Pagoda, and then steep yourself in history at Imperial City.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Hue road trip site.

You can fly from Hanoi to Hue in 3.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In December, plan for daily highs up to 26°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Long Beach, then kick back and relax at Ong Lang Beach, then buy something for everyone on your list at The Vietnamese Artists, and finally contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cao Dai Temple. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Vung Bau Beach, enjoy the sand and surf at Mui Ganh Dau Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Galina Phu Quoc Mudbath & Spa.

To see maps, reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, refer to the Duong Dong trip itinerary website.

You can fly from Hue to Duong Dong in 5.5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train, bus, and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Mon) 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 22nd (Tue), contemplate the waterfront views at Hạ Long Bay, take in the spiritual surroundings of Long Tien Pagoda, then get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, and finally snap pictures at Pont Bai Chay.

To find photos, maps, and more tourist information, read Halong Bay trip planner.

Do a combination of flight and ferry from Duong Dong to Halong Bay in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry, bus, train, and car; or do a combination of ferry, bus, and car. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can travel back home.