Have around two weeks to explore Vietnam? This 15-day Vietnam itinerary takes you from the historic streets of Hanoi and the limestone landscapes of Ninh Binh to an overnight cruise in Ha Long Bay, the beaches and culture of Central Vietnam, the tropical island of Phu Quoc and the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City.
Culture → Nature → Cruise → Heritage → Beaches → Islands → City Life → Mekong Delta
Yes. Fifteen days is an excellent amount of time for a first trip to Vietnam. With 15 days, you can experience the country's major highlights without trying to rush through every destination. This itinerary covers:
It combines:
Domestic flights are used strategically to save time when travelling between regions.
Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Ha Long Bay → Da Nang → Hoi An → Phu Quoc → Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta.
Arrive at Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. Meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, relax after your flight or explore the surrounding area at your own pace. You may wish to take a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake or discover Hanoi's Old Quarter.
Overnight: Hanoi.
Spend a full day discovering the cultural and historical highlights of Hanoi. Visit selected attractions such as:
Enjoy Hanoi's food culture and discover the atmosphere of Vietnam's capital.
Overnight: Hanoi.
Leave Hanoi in the morning for a full-day trip to Ninh Binh. Explore the spectacular limestone landscapes and learn about Vietnam's history.
Depending on timing and preferences, additional activities can be arranged. Return to Hanoi in the afternoon.
Overnight: Hanoi.
Leave Hanoi and travel to Ha Long Bay. Board your overnight cruise and begin exploring the limestone islands and emerald waters of the bay. Activities may include:
Enjoy dinner onboard.
Overnight: Ha Long Bay Cruise.
Wake up early and enjoy the final morning on Ha Long Bay. Continue with morning cruise activities before returning to the mainland. After disembarkation, travel back towards Hanoi.
Important flight timing: your Hanoi → Da Nang flight must depart after 17:45. This allows enough time to complete the Ha Long Bay cruise and transfer to Hanoi Airport.
Upon arrival in Da Nang, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel.
Overnight: Da Nang.
Travel from Da Nang to Cam Thanh Coconut Village and enjoy a basket boat experience through waterways surrounded by coconut palms. Continue to Hoi An Ancient Town and explore:
In the evening, experience Hoi An when the lanterns light up the old town. Return to Da Nang.
Overnight: Da Nang.
Spend the day exploring Ba Na Hills. Take the cable car into the mountains and enjoy spectacular views. Highlights include:
Return to Da Nang.
Overnight: Da Nang.
Enjoy free time in Da Nang before transferring to the airport. Fly from Da Nang to Phu Quoc. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel or resort. The rest of the day is free for relaxation.
Overnight: Phu Quoc.
Spend the day exploring the southern islands of Phu Quoc. Take a speedboat tour to several islands and enjoy the tropical scenery. Depending on the exact tour arrangement, activities may include:
Return to Phu Quoc in the afternoon.
Overnight: Phu Quoc.
Explore the northern part of Phu Quoc. Visit VinWonders Phu Quoc, a major entertainment and theme park. Continue to Vinpearl Safari, where visitors can experience wildlife and animal conservation areas.
This day is particularly suitable for families and travellers who enjoy entertainment activities.
Overnight: Phu Quoc.
Spend another day exploring the southern part of Phu Quoc. Visit selected attractions and beaches in the south of the island. Continue to the Phu Quoc cable car and enjoy panoramic views over the sea and surrounding islands.
The exact sightseeing route can be customized according to your interests.
Overnight: Phu Quoc.
Enjoy free time in Phu Quoc before transferring to the airport. Fly from Phu Quoc to Ho Chi Minh City. Upon arrival, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel. The evening is free for you to explore the city.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City.
Leave the city and travel to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Explore part of the underground tunnel network and learn about the history of the Vietnam War. Return to Ho Chi Minh City and continue with a half-day city tour, which may include:
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City.
Leave Ho Chi Minh City for a full-day excursion to the Mekong Delta. Explore the river landscape and experience rural life in Southern Vietnam. Depending on the final itinerary, activities may include:
Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City.
Enjoy your final morning in Ho Chi Minh City. Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy free time before your private airport transfer.
Transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport for your departure flight.
End of your 15-day Vietnam journey.
| Day | Itinerary | Overnight |
|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | Hanoi – Arrival | Hanoi |
| Day 2 | Hanoi – City Tour | Hanoi |
| Day 3 | Hanoi – Ninh Binh (Hoa Lu – Tam Coc) – Hanoi | Hanoi |
| Day 4 | Hanoi – Ha Long Bay | Ha Long Bay Cruise |
| Day 5 | Ha Long Bay – Hanoi – Flight to Da Nang | Da Nang |
| Day 6 | Da Nang – Cam Thanh – Hoi An | Da Nang |
| Day 7 | Da Nang – Ba Na Hills – Golden Bridge | Da Nang |
| Day 8 | Da Nang – Flight to Phu Quoc | Phu Quoc |
| Day 9 | Phu Quoc – 3-Island Speedboat Tour | Phu Quoc |
| Day 10 | Phu Quoc – VinWonders & Vinpearl Safari | Phu Quoc |
| Day 11 | Phu Quoc – South Island & Cable Car | Phu Quoc |
| Day 12 | Phu Quoc – Flight to Ho Chi Minh City | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 13 | Ho Chi Minh City – Cu Chi Tunnels – City Tour | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 14 | Ho Chi Minh City – Mekong Delta | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Day 15 | Ho Chi Minh City – Departure | — |
Complete Route: Hanoi → Ninh Binh → Ha Long Bay → Da Nang → Hoi An → Phu Quoc → Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta
This itinerary gives you enough time to experience multiple parts of Vietnam while keeping the route relatively logical.
Culture, history and spectacular limestone landscapes.
Beaches, Hoi An's heritage and mountain scenery.
Island experiences, beaches and entertainment.
City life, wartime history and the Mekong Delta.
The journey follows a natural progression: North → Central → Island → South
| Destination | Nights |
|---|---|
| Hanoi | 3 |
| Ha Long Bay Cruise | 1 |
| Da Nang | 3 |
| Phu Quoc | 4 |
| Ho Chi Minh City | 3 |
| Total | 14 nights |
A comprehensive introduction to Vietnam.
Combines culture, beaches, theme parks and wildlife experiences.
A balanced journey between sightseeing and relaxation.
Can be customized according to interests and travel pace.
Ideal for travellers who have enough time to explore multiple regions.
Travel at your own pace with:
Yes. The itinerary includes a variety of experiences that can appeal to different age groups. Families can enjoy:
The itinerary can also be adjusted to reduce sightseeing or add more free time.
Explore Vietnam Family ToursThis route can be upgraded with:
This itinerary combines road transportation with domestic flights.
Private vehicle.
Private vehicle or cruise transfer.
Domestic flight. Important: the Day 5 flight should depart after 17:45.
Domestic flight.
Domestic flight.
This combination reduces unnecessary long-distance road travel.
Because this itinerary covers multiple regions, Vietnam's weather can vary significantly during your journey. Northern Vietnam, Central Vietnam and Southern Vietnam have different seasonal patterns. Before confirming travel dates, consider:
The total cost depends on:
Comfortable hotels and carefully selected services.
Higher-quality hotels and more private experiences.
Luxury hotels, premium resorts, private services and high-end cruises.
Yes. Fifteen days allows you to explore Northern, Central and Southern Vietnam while also including Phu Quoc.
For travellers who want to see multiple regions, a route including Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Da Nang, Hoi An, Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City provides a balanced journey.
Yes. Domestic flights make it practical to connect the different regions.
This itinerary includes domestic flights between Hanoi and Da Nang, Da Nang and Phu Quoc, and Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City.
Phu Quoc adds beaches and island experiences to a journey that otherwise focuses heavily on sightseeing and cultural destinations.
Yes. Attractions such as VinWonders, Vinpearl Safari, beaches and island tours make the route suitable for families.
Yes. The itinerary can be fully customized as a private Vietnam tour.
Yes. Hotel categories can be adjusted according to your budget and travel style.
From Hanoi's historic streets and Ha Long Bay's limestone islands to the beaches of Central Vietnam, the tropical scenery of Phu Quoc and the energy of Ho Chi Minh City, this journey is designed to give you a complete Vietnam experience. Our local team can customize the hotels, transportation, domestic flights, cruise and experiences around your travel dates.