Vietnam 10 Day Itinerary for Indians
Slow, north to south. Hanoi, Ha Long, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City.
Post Your Travel RequirementLength
9N / 10D
Best time
February to April
Pace
Slow, north to south
Base
Hanoi, Ha Long, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City
Vietnam 10 Day Itinerary for Indians: who it suits
Ten days lets you travel from north to south with only a few internal flights. It covers imperial history in Hue, old-town charm in Hoi An and the energy of Ho Chi Minh City.
This is a lot of moving, so pick hotels with generous check-out times and avoid scheduling anything on travel days.
Best suited to: Travellers who want to cross the country and see all three regions.
At a glance
| Length | 9 nights / 10 days |
|---|---|
| Best time | February to April |
| Pace | Slow, north to south |
| Where you stay | Hanoi, Ha Long, Hue, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City |
Day-by-day 10-day plan
Arrive in Hanoi
Evening street food.
Hanoi sights
Temple of Literature and a water puppet show.
Ha Long Bay
An overnight cruise.
Ninh Binh
Boat ride through limestone landscapes, then return to Hanoi.
Fly to Hue
Visit the Imperial City and the Thien Mu Pagoda.
Hue to Hoi An
Drive over the Hai Van Pass to Hoi An, with a stop in Da Nang.
Hoi An
Old town, beach and a cooking class.
Fly to Ho Chi Minh City
Evening in District 1.
Cu Chi and the Mekong
A morning at the Cu Chi Tunnels, or a Mekong Delta day, whichever you prefer.
Departure
Fly home from Ho Chi Minh City.
How to adjust this plan
- Skip Ninh Binh to ease the schedule.
- Replace Cu Chi with a Mekong day if you prefer nature over history.
- Check that your e-visa entry and exit airports match your plan.
Book these early
- Three internal flights
- E-visa with the correct airports
- Cruise
What to budget for Vietnam
Costs depend on the hotel level and season more than on the number of days. These are indicative land costs per person for a typical stay, excluding flights; scale them to your 9 nights and ask for an itemised quote.
| Style | Land cost per person (indicative) | Usually covers |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | ₹30,000 – ₹42,000 | 3-star hotels, shared tours |
| Standard | ₹42,000 – ₹65,000 | 4-star hotels, cruise, domestic flights |
| Premium | ₹75,000 – ₹1,40,000 | Luxury cruises and resorts |
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Frequently asked questions
Is ten days too rushed?
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It is busy but doable if you accept a few early starts. Twelve days is more comfortable.
Can I enter at Hanoi and leave from Ho Chi Minh City?
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Yes, an open-jaw ticket works well, but make sure it matches your visa.
How hot is the south?
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It is warm all year, with rains from about May to October.
Can a travel agent customise this Vietnam itinerary?
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Yes. Post your dates, group and budget on QuoteMyTrip and travel agents can send plans based on this outline, with their own hotels and prices for you to compare.
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