14 days in Southeast Asia Itinerary

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 10th (Fri): pick up a one of a kind souvenir at Miranda's Jewelry, then contemplate the waterfront views at Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), and then get to know the fascinating history of Old Quarter.

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Mumbai, India to Hanoi is an approximately 9.5-hour flight. You can also drive. The time zone difference when traveling from Mumbai to Hanoi is 1.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (Sat) so you can drive to Ninh Binh.

A fairly nondescript town, Ninh Binh acts as a base for explorations of the province of the same name, with the karst landscape and lush valleys that surround the town offering a wealth of scenic vistas of rice paddies and rugged rocks.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): explore the fascinating underground world of Mua Caves, then tour the pleasant surroundings at Tam Coc, and then don't miss a visit to Bich Dong Pagoda.

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Drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Ninh Binh can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Phong Nha.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Sun): explore the fascinating underground world of Phong Nha Caves, indulge in some personalized pampering at Magic Fingers, and then experience rural life at The Duck Stop.

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Traveling by car from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha takes 8 hours. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can 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.

On the 13th (Mon), steep yourself in history at Imperial City and then browse the fresh offerings at Hue Local Farmer's Direct Sales Store.

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Traveling by car from Phong Nha to Hue takes 4 hours. Expect a daytime high around 28°C in February, and nighttime lows around 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) to allow enough time to drive to Da Nang.

A curious mix of developed beachfront tourism and untouched local city life, Da Nang presents an often-overlooked but authentic and welcoming picture of central Vietnam.

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Drive from Hue to Da Nang in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 30°C in February, and nighttime lows around 23°C. You'll set off for Nha Trang on the 14th (Tue).

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

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): enjoy the sand and surf at Nha Trang Beach, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Po Nagar Cham Towers, and then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Long Son Pagoda.

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You can fly from Da Nang to Nha Trang in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

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.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Thu): take an in-depth tour of War Remnants Museum, then stop by LiA Saigon, and then make a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels.

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Traveling by flight from Nha Trang to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. February in Ho Chi Minh City sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 26°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Phnom Penh.

On the confluence of two major rivers, Phnom Penh occupies a scenic location largely responsible for its nickname the "Charming City." On a trip to Phnom Penh you'll discover one of Asia's most dynamic cities, where the natives live much of their lives outdoors, on the streets, and in the bustling markets filled with scents of spicy foods.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Fri): stop by Penh Lenh and then steep yourself in history at Choeung Ek Genocidal Center.

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Traveling by car from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 26°C. On the 18th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can fly to Siem Reap.

Once a small village in northwest Cambodia, Siem Reap now serves as a gateway to the Angkor region's World Heritage-listed temple and other attractions.

Kick off your visit on the 19th (Sun): delve into the distant past at Bayon Temple, then delve into the distant past at Ta Prohm, and then delve into the distant past at Angkor Wat.

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Traveling by flight from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Phnom Penh.

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Traveling by flight from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. On the 20th (Mon), you're off to Ho Chi Minh City.

On the 20th (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Emperor Jade Pagoda and then admire the striking features of Central Post Office.

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You can drive from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of bus and car. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) to allow enough time to fly back home.