60 days in Vietnam 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.

On the 5th (Thu), spend a fun day on foot with Walking tours. And it doesn't end there: appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Quarter, contemplate the waterfront views at West Lake, have fun at Authentic Bat Trang, and let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour.

To find more things to do, where to stay, maps, and tourist information, read our Hanoi trip maker tool.

Zurich, Switzerland to Hanoi is an approximately 17-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 6 hours traveling from Zurich to Hanoi. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can fly to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.

Marked by underground rivers, famous caves, limestone cliffs, and tropical rainforests, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park wows visitors with a spectacular range of landscapes and wildlife.

Pack the 13th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Bong Lai Rattan House. And it doesn't end there: don't miss a visit to Phong Nha Caves, surround yourself with nature on a nature and wildlife tour, take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at U Bo Mountain (Nui U Bo), and indulge in some personalized pampering at Lemon Tree Nail & Spa.

To find photos, reviews, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park trip maker tool.

Getting from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park by flight takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive 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.

Spend the 15th (Sun) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's lots more to do: contemplate the long history of Imperial City, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, don't miss a visit to Nha Vuon Xuan Dai, and admire the masterpieces at Lebadang Memory Space.

To see where to stay, reviews, photos, and tourist information, use the Hue trip planner.

Traveling by car from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hue takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 27°C, and evening lows to 20°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 19th (Thu) 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.

Get out of town with these interesting Hoi An side-trips: Da Nang (The Gioi Tranh Dep, Lady Buddha, &more). Spend the 24th (Tue) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Next up on the itinerary: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, explore the world behind art at Precious Heritage by Rehahn, look for gifts at Rubin Cloth Shop, and experience rural life at Tra Que Minty Garden.

To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Hoi An online route planner.

You can drive from Hue to Hoi An in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In January, daily temperatures in Hoi An can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 22°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Thu) so you can catch the flight 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Vietnam - Russia Monument in Cam Ranh (about 58 minutes away). Spend the 29th (Sun) among aquatic life with a scuba or snorkeling tour. Make the 30th (Mon) an unforgettable day with an extreme tour. The adventure continues: take in the spiritual surroundings of Po Nagar Cham Towers, view the masterpieces at Mai Loc Photo Gallery, examine the collection at Alexandre Yersin Museum, and witness a stunning natural landmark at Hot mineral springs I-Resort Nha Trang.

To see more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Nha Trang day trip planning website.

Getting from Hoi An to Nha Trang by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Wed) so you can go by car to Da Lat.

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, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chùa Tàu - Thiên Vương Cổ Sát, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, and take a stroll through The French Quarter.

For where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, you can read our Da Lat trip maker website.

You can drive from Nha Trang to Da Lat in 3.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough 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.

On the 14th (Tue), spend an adventurous day with a kayaking and canoeing tour. There's much more to do: make a trip to Cu Chi Tunnels, take an in-depth tour of War Remnants Museum, admire the landmark architecture of The Independence Palace, and relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas.

To see maps, other places to visit, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Ho Chi Minh City route website.

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, plan for daily highs up to 39°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Duong Dong.

A holiday in Duong Dong offers cultural diversity, great nature experiences, and a variety of educational and kid-friendly attractions.

Explore Duong Dong's surroundings by going to Dinh Nguyễn Trung Trực Pagoda (in Ganh Dau), Anmai Spa (in Cua Can) and An Thoi (Bom Island & Gam Ghi Island). There's lots more to do: relax in the rural setting at Phu Quoc Countryside, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Ho Quoc Temple, don't miss a visit to Cao Dai Temple, and kick back and relax at Ong Lang Beach.

To see photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Duong Dong day trip planning website.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Duong Dong in 3 hours. Other options are to do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of bus and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) to allow time to travel to Halong Bay.

Halong Bay encompasses a cluster of verdant limestone islets that jut out from the sea and make up an enchanting setting recognized as a World Heritage Site.

Get out of town with these interesting Halong Bay side-trips: Cat Ba (Cat Ba National Park & Cat Ba Island) and Hai Phong (Hoa Cuong Cave, Du Hang Pagoda, &more). And it doesn't end there: explore the activities along Hạ Long Bay, take in the views from Pont Bai Chay, get a new perspective on nature at Bảo Tàng Quảng Ninh, and explore the fascinating underground world of Dong Thien Cung.

For traveler tips, maps, photos, and other tourist information, use the Halong Bay road trip site.

Traveling by combination of flight and ferry from Duong Dong to Halong Bay takes 8 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and ferry. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Thu) early enough to travel back home.