Interesting Things to Do in Vietnam in 10 Days

For such a beautiful country as Vietnam, planning a tour to Vietnam in 10 days will be an astonishing journey with full of interesting things to do. From Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, plus famous attractions including Hue, Hoi An, Mekong River Delta and Ha Long Bay, tourists will be mesmerized by the charm of Vietnam. The following itinerary can be an interesting option for those who are planning a fascinating Vietnam travel.

Day 1: Hanoi Arrival

 

 

Depending on the arrival time at Noi Bai International Airport, tourists can take a day tour in the capital city of Hanoi. As the heart of Vietnam, Hanoi is also renowned for brilliant Hanoi Old Quarter with unique culture and historical relics, antique buildings on ancient streets, and romantic lakes. Enjoy a street food tour with many delicious Vietnam traditional dishes in the city before overnight at the hotel.

 

Day 2: Hanoi to Ha Long – the World Heritage Site

 

 

Transfer from Hanoi to Ha Long, tourists will be amazed at the wonders of this UNESCO Heritage Site. Ha Long is a stunning Bay with nearly 2000 karst islands whose formation dates back 500 million years. Visitors should take a cruise on the bay to discover Ha Long’s famous sites such as Sung Sot Cave, Dinh Huong Island, Ga Choi Island, Dog Island… Tourists can admire the incredible sunset on the bay and enjoy seafood onboard. At night, tourists have chance to go fishing with the local fishermen at 09:00 and enjoy the fascinating night. 

 

Day 3: Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Hue

 

Wake up early in the morning, tourists can take part in a Tai Chi Class on the sun deck to refresh your body before breakfast. Check out of the cruise ship, visitors move back to Hanoi and take a flight to Hue from Noi Bai International Airport. 

 

 

Upon arrive at Hue, tourists should check in at the hotel take a sort rest after a long-distance movement. A visit to Hue Citadel in the evening will be a special experience in this World Heritage Site. Moreover, visitors have chance to enjoy a royal meal and Hue Royal Court Music on the Perfume River which are pleasures of Nguyen Dynasty’s family in the past.

 

Day 4: Hue City Tour and Hoi An Arrival

 

Morning, tourists can visit some Nguyen kings’ tomb, including Khai Dinh, Tu Duc, Gia Long, and Minh Mang tombs to discover mysteries in Vietnam history. After that, travellers should come to Thien Mu Pagoda, which is the most famous religious relic in the city with the majestic stupa called Phuoc Duyen. 

For those who are into nature, a boat trip to Tam Giang Lagoon and discover Thuy Bieu eco-village will be a fascinating option. 

 

 

In the late afternoon, tourists move to Hoi An ancient town, another ideal destination in a Vietnam travel. After checking at the hotel in Hoi An, tourists can savor a yummy and troll around the town to enjoy a stunning night in this ancient city.

 

Day 5: Hoi An Full Day Trip

 

In the morning, travellers can visit some highlights in the city like the iconic 400-year-old Covered Bridge, the 200-year-old Tan Ky Souse and worship at the Ong Temple which was built in 1653.  In this amazing trip, tourist will witness the ancientness of streets, French and Chinese houses, Japanese architecture and Vietnamese style wooden buildings. The setting is like a maritime commercial port between 15th and 19th centuries.

 

 

 

Afternoon, tourists should take a boat trip on the poetic Thu Bon River to admire wonderful countryside landscapes surrounding the town. Stop at Kim Bong Village and Thanh Ha Village to learn about some crafts in Hoi An. Spend one more night in Hoi An.

 

Day 6: Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City

 

After breakfast, tourists say goodbye to the ancient town to get to Ho Chi Minh City. Travellers who would like to save time for discovering can move to Da Nang city and take a domestic flight to Ho Chi Minh City.

 

 

If travel to Saigon City by plane, tourists have chance to enjoy a fantastic street food tour in thus bustling city. The cuisine here is the incredible mixture of food in all 3 regions of Vietnam with many delicious dishes. 

 

Day 7: Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh City Tour

 

 

Located around 80km from Ho Chi Minh City center, Cu Chi Tunnels is an unbelievable underground system which was constructed by Vietcong forces during the two wars against the French and the American. It has a stretch of over 120km long and is deep and strong enough to withstand destructive bombings. Tourists should have lunch at a local restaurant to learn more about this district.

 

 

In the afternoon, visitors come back to Saigon and take a sightseeing tour to its most famous sites including Reunion Palace, War Remnants Museum, Ben Thanh Market…

 

Day 8+9: Mekong River Delta

 

 

Travel to Mekong Delta, the rice bowl of Vietnam, tourists will have a plenty of things to do. The most ideal destinations to go are My Tho, Ben Tre, Can Tho, Bac Lieu, Ca Mau, and Dong Thap. Come to this enchanting land, visitors will be mesmerized by the picturesque landscapes, historical sites, interesting culture, delicious culinary and hospitable locals. Furthermore, travellers can experience the special life of people here on the floating house and visit floating market, taste fresh fruits and listen to some Southern style traditional music. Two days in Mekong River Delta will be definitely an unforgettable experience in the lifetime. 

 

Day 10: Back to Ho Chi Minh City and Departure

 

In the morning, tourists can enjoy a local meal before transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City. Say farewell to this city and finish 10 days in Vietnam.

Beside mentioned itinerary, tourists have numerous choices for 10 days in Vietnam with other destinations like Sapa, Ninh BInh, Dalat, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Mui Ne, Phu Quoc…