10 days in Vietnam Itinerary

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.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to My Khe Beach and Cantonese Assembly Hall. Get some cultural insight at Fukian Assembly Hall (Phuc Kien) and Chuc Thanh Pagoda. Step out of Hoi An with an excursion to Mỹ Sơn in Duy Xuyen District--about 1h 15 min away. There's lots more to do: relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, take in the views from Japanese Covered Bridge, stroll through An Bang Beach, and look for gifts at Rubin Cloth Shop.

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Bucharest, Romania to Hoi An is an approximately 19-hour flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Bucharest to Hoi An due to the time zone difference. Expect warmer temperatures when traveling from Bucharest in April; daily highs in Hoi An reach 36°C and lows reach 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Tue) early enough 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.

On the 22nd (Wed), contemplate the long history of Imperial City, then steep yourself in history at Tomb of Tu Duc, then steep yourself in history at Tomb of Minh Mang, and finally delve into the distant past at Royal Tombs.

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Drive from Hoi An to Hue in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 37°C, and evening lows to 26°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can travel 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.

Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Old Quarter and Vietnamese Women's Museum. Explore hidden gems such as Fine Arts Museum (Bao Tang My Thuat) and Pho Linh Temple. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Temple of Literature & National University, take in the exciting artwork at TiredCity Hang Bong, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at One Pillar Pagoda, and indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas.

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You can fly from Hue to Hanoi in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) to allow enough time to travel back home.