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Timeless Beauty — From Ha Long Bay to Hoi An

Best Time: Feb–Apr, Aug–Oct 8–12 Days Vietnamese Dong (VND) e-Visa Available (30 days)

Why Visit Vietnam?

Vietnam is a long, slender country of extraordinary diversity — from the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay in the north to the ancient lantern-lit streets of Hoi An in the centre and the bustling Mekong Delta in the south. Its cuisine is world-renowned, its history is layered and complex, and its landscapes range from dramatic karst mountains to pristine beaches. Vietnam rewards slow travel, with each region offering a distinct culture, cuisine, and character that makes it one of Southeast Asia's most compelling destinations.

Flight Time

~5 hrs from Mumbai

Visa

e-Visa Available (30 days)

Language

Vietnamese

Currency

Vietnamese Dong (VND)

Budget

₹50,000–₹1,10,000

Best Time

Feb–Apr, Aug–Oct

Must Visit

Top Places to See in Vietnam

Hand-picked by our travel experts — the experiences that define this destination.

Ha Long Bay
UNESCO Wonder
Ha Long Bay
Over 1,600 limestone karst islands rising from emerald waters. Cruise overnight on a traditional junk boat for the most magical experience.
Hoi An Ancient Town
UNESCO Heritage
Hoi An Ancient Town
A UNESCO World Heritage town of yellow-walled merchant houses, silk lanterns, and tailor shops. Magical at night when the lanterns are lit.
Hue Imperial City
Historic City
Hue Imperial City
The former imperial capital with a massive citadel, royal tombs, and the Perfume River. Vietnam's most historically rich city.
Sapa Rice Terraces
Nature
Sapa Rice Terraces
Spectacular stepped rice terraces carved into the Hoang Lien Son mountains, home to colorful hill tribes like the Hmong and Dao.
Ho Chi Minh City
City
Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam's dynamic southern metropolis, with the War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, and a vibrant street food and nightlife scene.
Phong Nha Caves
Adventure
Phong Nha Caves
Home to the world's largest cave (Son Doong) and dozens of spectacular cave systems in a UNESCO-listed national park.
Hanoi Old Quarter
Historic Quarter
Hanoi Old Quarter
A maze of 36 ancient guild streets, French colonial architecture, Hoan Kiem Lake, and the best street food in Vietnam.
Experiences

Things to Do in Vietnam

Ha Long Bay Cruise

Cruise overnight on a traditional junk boat through Ha Long Bay's 1,600 limestone islands — kayak sea caves and swim in emerald waters.

Sapa Trekking

Trek through Sapa's terraced rice fields with a local Hmong guide, staying overnight in a hill tribe village.

Hai Van Pass Motorbike

Ride the legendary Hai Van Pass between Da Nang and Hue — one of the world's most scenic coastal mountain roads.

Hoi An Lantern Festival

Experience the magical full moon lantern festival in Hoi An — the ancient town glows with hundreds of silk lanterns.

Hue Royal Tombs

Explore the elaborate royal tombs of the Nguyen emperors scattered across the hills around Hue.

Water Puppet Show

Watch a traditional water puppet show in Hanoi — a uniquely Vietnamese art form performed on a water stage.

Pho in Hanoi

Slurp a bowl of authentic Hanoi pho at a street-side stall — the north's version is cleaner and more delicate than the south's.

Banh Mi & Cao Lau

Bite into a Hoi An banh mi (voted world's best sandwich) and try cao lau — a noodle dish made only with Hoi An well water.

Mekong Delta Food

Feast on fresh coconut candy, elephant ear fish, and tropical fruits on a Mekong Delta boat tour.

Hoi An Tailor

Have custom-made clothes stitched in 24 hours by Hoi An's legendary tailors — suits, dresses, and ao dai at a fraction of Western prices.

Ben Thanh Market

Browse Ho Chi Minh City's iconic covered market for lacquerware, silk, coffee, and Vietnamese handicrafts.

Vietnamese Coffee

Take home bags of Vietnamese robusta coffee — the world's second-largest coffee producer with a unique egg coffee culture.

Itineraries

Sample Itineraries for Vietnam

Day-by-day plans crafted by our experts — fully customisable to your preferences.

01
Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

Arrive Hanoi · Old Quarter walk · Hoan Kiem Lake · Street food dinner

02
Day 2: Ha Long Bay

Drive to Ha Long · Board junk boat · Kayaking sea caves · Sunset on deck

03
Day 3: Ha Long & Fly South

Morning cruise · Return to Hanoi · Fly to Da Nang · Hoi An arrival

04
Day 4: Hoi An

Ancient Town UNESCO walk · Tailor fitting · Cooking class · Lantern evening

05
Day 5: Hue

Hai Van Pass drive · Hue Imperial Citadel · Royal tombs · Perfume River boat

06
Day 6: Ho Chi Minh City

Fly to HCMC · War Remnants Museum · Ben Thanh Market · Rooftop bar

07
Day 7: Farewell

Cu Chi Tunnels · Mekong Delta lunch · Last banh mi · Departure

01
Day 1: Hanoi

Arrive, Old Quarter · Hoan Kiem Lake · Street food tour

02
Day 2: Hanoi Sights

Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum · Temple of Literature · Water puppet show

03
Day 3: Ha Long Bay

Board cruise · Kayaking · Cave exploration

04
Day 4: Ha Long & Sapa

Morning cruise · Return Hanoi · Night train to Sapa

05
Day 5: Sapa Trekking

Hmong village trek · Rice terraces · Homestay overnight

06
Day 6: Hoi An

Fly to Da Nang · Hoi An Ancient Town · Tailor visit

07
Day 7: Hoi An & Hue

Cooking class · Hai Van Pass · Hue arrival

08
Day 8: Hue

Imperial Citadel · Royal tombs · Perfume River

09
Day 9: Ho Chi Minh City

Fly to HCMC · War Museum · Ben Thanh Market

10
Day 10: Farewell

Cu Chi Tunnels · Mekong Delta · Departure

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