7-Day Vietnam Itinerary: North to South

We've lived in Vietnam since 2023 and this is the exact 7-day flow we'd recommend to see the highlights without rushing: Hanoi's energy, a luxury Ha Long Bay cruise, the scenic night train south, lantern-filled Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City's food and history.

The detailed itinerary includes day-by-day plans, our favorite food spots in each place, transport how-tos, and pre-arrival advice so you can focus on enjoying the trip.

Grab the full version from the link above and you'll have a ready-to-use plan based on real experience living here.