17 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Ho Chi Minh Museum, Saigon River Tour and The Independence Palace. And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Cu Chi Tunnels, take an in-depth tour of War Remnants Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Central Post Office, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Emperor Jade Pagoda.

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New Delhi, India to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive. You'll lose 1.5 hours traveling from New Delhi to Ho Chi Minh City due to the time zone difference. When traveling from New Delhi in February, plan for somewhat warmer days in Ho Chi Minh City, with highs around 39°C, while nights are much warmer with lows around 26°C. On the 8th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off 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.

You've added Lady Buddha, Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, and other attractions to your itinerary. Step off the beaten path and head to My Khe Beach and Hai Van Pass. Next up on the itinerary: stroll through Non Nuoc Beach, take in the views from Tran Thi Ly Bridge, and make a trip to The Marble Mountains.

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Traveling by flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for little chillier temperatures traveling from Ho Chi Minh City in February, with highs in Da Nang at 30°C and lows at 23°C. On the 12th (Sun), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Phong Nha.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Paradise Cave as well as Tien Son Cave. Explore hidden gems such as Phong Nha Caves and Motorvina.

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Getting from Da Nang to Phong Nha by car takes about 6 hours. You'll have a few hours on the 15th (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Night Market, Trang An Grottoes, Bich Dong Pagoda, and other attractions you added. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Chua Tran Quoc and Mua Caves. And it doesn't end there: get to know the fascinating history of Old Quarter, explore the activities along Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake), enjoy some diversion at Authentic Bat Trang, and make a trip to Temple of Literature & National University.

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Traveling by car from Phong Nha to Hanoi takes 9.5 hours. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Mon) so you can fly back home.