Vietnam Itinerary in 2 Weeks

Post on : 12 March, 2026

Vietnam is perfect for a 2-week trip because you can travel from north → central → south, seeing the country’s biggest highlights: culture, landscapes, beaches, and food. Below is a balanced 14-day Vietnam itinerary that works well for first-time visitors.

Days 1–3: Hanoi (Culture & Old Quarter)

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Start your journey in Hanoi, Vietnam’s capital and one of Southeast Asia’s most atmospheric cities.

What to do

  • Walk the Old Quarter streets and night market

  • Visit Hoan Kiem Lake and Ngoc Son Temple

  • Watch a show at Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

  • Visit Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum

Food to try

  • Pho

  • Bun cha

  • Egg coffee

Days 4–5: Ha Long Bay (Limestone Islands)

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Travel 2.5–3 hours from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay.

Best experience:

  • 1-night or 2-day cruise

Activities

  • Kayaking between limestone islands

  • Swimming

  • Cave visits

  • Sunset and sunrise on the boat

Days 6–7: Ninh Binh (Landscapes & Temples)

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Head south to Ninh Binh, often called “Ha Long Bay on land.”

Highlights

  • Boat ride in Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex

  • Cycle through Tam Coc rice fields

  • Climb Mua Cave viewpoint

  • Visit Bai Dinh Pagoda

Days 8–10: Hoi An & Da Nang (Lantern Town & Beaches)

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Fly from Hanoi to Da Nang, then travel to Hoi An.

Things to do

  • Explore Hoi An Ancient Town

  • Visit Japanese Covered Bridge

  • Relax at An Bang Beach

  • Tailor custom clothes

Optional:

  • Day trip to Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge

Days 11–12: Ho Chi Minh City (Modern Vietnam)

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Fly south to Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon).

Things to do

  • Visit Ben Thanh Market

  • See Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon

  • Tour War Remnants Museum

Days 13–14: Mekong Delta

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Take a trip to the Mekong Delta.

Best experiences

  • Visit Cai Rang Floating Market

  • Boat through palm canals

  • Try local tropical fruits and coconut candy

✅ Route summary

Hanoi → Ha Long Bay → Ninh Binh → Da Nang → Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh City → Mekong Delta

💡 Travel tips

  • Best months: March–May or September–November

  • Domestic flights save time (Hanoi → Da Nang → HCMC)

  • Use Grab for easy transport in cities

  • Pack light clothes + rain jacket

✅ Sample Vietnam itineraries in 14 days

✅ You can find here various sample Vietnam Tour Packages or request a Tailor-made Vietnam Itinerary just for your own. 

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