37 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.

For where to stay, ratings, maps, and other tourist information, use the Hanoi trip maker website.

Sydney, Australia to Hanoi is an approximately 13-hour flight. Traveling from Sydney to Hanoi, you'll gain 3 hours due to the time zone difference. On the 30th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon 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.

Keep things going the next day: tour the pleasant surroundings at Tam Coc.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Ninh Binh trip itinerary app.

Drive from Hanoi to Ninh Binh in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In January, daytime highs in Ninh Binh are 23°C, while nighttime lows are 17°C. You'll have a few hours on the 1st (Wed) to wrap things up before traveling to Phong Nha.

For more things to do, reviews, photos, and tourist information, go to the Phong Nha holiday planning site.

Drive from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha in 8 hours. You will have some time to spend on the 3rd (Fri) before leaving for 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.

For reviews, where to stay, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Hue driving holiday planner.

Traveling by car from Phong Nha to Hue takes 4 hours. In February, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 4th (Sat) to allow enough time to drive 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.

To see maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Hoi An sightseeing planner.

Drive from Hue to Hoi An in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 23°C. On the 9th (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Nha Trang.

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

Start your trip to Nha Trang by creating a personalized itinerary on Inspirock.

Getting from Hoi An to Nha Trang by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. You will leave for Da Lat on the 12th (Sun).

While often referred to as "City of a Thousand Flowers," "City of a Thousand Pines," and "City of a Thousand Palms," you'd be right in thinking that numbers far greater than a thousand have given Da Lat its reputation as a fertile agricultural heartland.

Da Lat is known for sightseeing, nature, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: skim along the rocks with a canyoning and rapelling tour, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, admire the landmark architecture of Dalat Railway Station, and don't miss a visit to Lam Vien Square.

For photos, traveler tips, where to stay, and more tourist information, use the Da Lat trip planner.

Traveling by car from Nha Trang to Da Lat takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to catch the flight 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.

On the 19th (Sun), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. Next up on the itinerary: make a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ben Duoc Memorial Temple, steep yourself in history at The Independence Palace, and get a sense of history and politics at Central Post Office.

For other places to visit, traveler tips, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Ho Chi Minh City journey planner.

Traveling by flight from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and train. In February, daily temperatures in Ho Chi Minh City can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to go by car 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.

Phnom Penh is known for historic sites, museums, and shopping. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Choeung Ek Genocidal Center, examine the collection at National Museum, browse the eclectic array of goods at Central Market, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Wat Kean Kleang.

To find more things to do and tourist information, refer to the Phnom Penh road trip site.

You can drive from Ho Chi Minh City to Phnom Penh in 3.5 hours. Other options are to 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. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) 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.

Spend the 26th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: delve into the distant past at Angkor Wat, take in the spiritual surroundings of Ta Prohm, steep yourself in history at Angkor Thom, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

To see traveler tips, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, read Siem Reap trip planner.

Fly from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In February, daytime highs in Siem Reap are 38°C, while nighttime lows are 26°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight back home.