16 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.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Sun): take in the spiritual surroundings of Emperor Jade Pagoda and then see the interesting displays at Fito Museum - Museums of Traditional Vietnamese Medicine & Pharmacy. Here are some ideas for day two: paddle through the water with a kayaking and canoeing tour.

For traveler tips, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, read our Ho Chi Minh City trip itinerary planner.

Melbourne, Australia to Ho Chi Minh City is an approximately 12-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 3 hours traveling from Melbourne to Ho Chi Minh City. In August, Ho Chi Minh City is much warmer than Melbourne - with highs of 38°C and lows of 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Mon) so you can fly 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 off your visit on the 30th (Tue): kick back and relax at Nha Trang Beach, take in the spiritual surroundings of Po Nagar Cham Towers, and then look for gifts at XQ Hand Embroidery. On the 31st (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For photos, reviews, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Nha Trang itinerary planning tool.

You can fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Wed) to allow enough time to fly 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 1st (Thu): relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, then cast your line with a fishing tour, and then view the masterpieces at Precious Heritage by Rehahn. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Hoi An Ancient Town and then snap pictures at Japanese Covered Bridge.

To see photos, maps, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Hoi An driving holiday website.

You can fly from Nha Trang to Hoi An in 3 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In August in Hoi An, expect temperatures between 40°C during the day and 30°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (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.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Sat): indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas and then contemplate the long history of Imperial City. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Sun): look for all kinds of wild species at Wildlife Areas.

For maps, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Hue online tour itinerary maker.

Drive from Hoi An to Hue in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sun) so you can fly 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.

Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Old Quarter and Temple of Literature & National University. Visiting Lake of the Restored Sword (Hoan Kiem Lake) and Boat Tours & Water Sports will get you outdoors. There's still lots to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, see Off-Road Tours, and look for gifts at TiredCity Hang Bong.

To see maps, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, use the Hanoi day trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Hue to Hanoi takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Wed) so you can fly to Duong Dong.

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

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Thu): contemplate the long history of Di Tích Nhà Tù Phú Quốc and then enjoy the sand and surf at Bai Tắm Sao. Keep things going the next day: cast your line with Truly Vietnam Travel, indulge in some personalized pampering at Phu Quoc Day Spa & Massage, and then learn the secrets of beer at Beer Fridge.

To see traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Duong Dong tour itinerary maker website.

Traveling by flight from Hanoi to Duong Dong takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train, bus, and ferry. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly to Ho Chi Minh City.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Sat): steep yourself in history at The Independence Palace, indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, pause for some serene contemplation at Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon, then get a sense of history and politics at Central Post Office, and finally get engrossed in the history at War Remnants Museum.

To find other places to visit, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Ho Chi Minh City trip itinerary builder website.

Fly from Duong Dong to Ho Chi Minh City in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.