10 days in Vietnam Itinerary

On a vacation in Nha Trang, a famous Vietnam resort town, you can lounge on a beach all day and party into the night.

Get in touch with nature at Hot mineral springs I-Resort Nha Trang and Hon Chong. Step off the beaten path and head to Thermal Spas and Tran Phu Bridge. Spend the 14th (Fri) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. It doesn't end there: relax and rejuvenate at some of the top local wellness centers and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Long Son Pagoda.

To find photos, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, read our Nha Trang trip planner.

Portland, USA to Nha Trang is an approximately 33-hour flight. You'll lose 12 hours traveling from Portland to Nha Trang due to the time zone difference. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Mon): discover the deep blue sea with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: kick back and relax at My Khe Beach, then kick back and relax at Non Nuoc Beach, and then enjoy the sand and surf at Cua Dai Beach.

For traveler tips, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Hoi An route maker tool.

Fly from Nha Trang to Hoi An in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. July in Hoi An sees daily highs of 93°F and lows of 78°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Wed) early enough to go by car 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.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Wed): contemplate the long history of Tomb of Tu Duc, explore the different monuments and memorials at Royal Tombs, then contemplate the long history of Tomb of Minh Mang, and finally steep yourself in history at Imperial Tomb of Dong Khanh. Here are some ideas for day two: steep yourself in history at Imperial City, then don't miss a visit to Nine Dynastic Urns, then contemplate the waterfront views at Perfume River, and finally admire the masterpieces at Le Ba Dang Art Museum.

To find other places to visit, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, refer to the Hue trip planner.

Drive from Hoi An to Hue in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. July in Hue sees daily highs of 93°F and lows of 76°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Thu) to allow time to travel back home.