Vietnam Itinerary for 10 Days for Family
Vietnam is an enchanting destination that offers an incredible variety of activities and sights for families looking to explore together. Crafting a Vietnam itinerary for 10 days for family allows you to immerse yourselves in the local culture, engage in exciting adventures, and relax on beautiful beaches. This itinerary is designed to cater to the interests of both adults and children, making it a fantastic way to bond while discovering the beauty and diversity of Vietnam.
📅 Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi – Exploring the Old Quarter
✈️ Morning:
- Arrive in Hanoi (Noi Bai International Airport).
- Private car transfer to hotel (30-40 min drive).
- Check in & relax (Recommended area: Old Quarter or West Lake).
☀️ Afternoon:
- Visit Hoan Kiem Lake & Ngoc Son Temple – peaceful lake walk.
- Stroll through the Hanoi Old Quarter (try fresh coconut ice cream!).
- Explore the Train Street (check if open).
🌙 Evening:
- Family-friendly dinner: Try Vietnamese pho or bun cha.
- Fun experience: Watch the Thang Long Water Puppet Show.
🏨 Overnight: Hanoi
📅 Day 2: Hanoi City Tour – Kid-Friendly Museums & Parks
🍽 Morning: Breakfast at hotel.
🏛 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM:
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (Note: Closed on Mon & Fri).
- One Pillar Pagoda (famous Buddhist site).
- Temple of Literature – Vietnam’s first university.
🍜 Lunch: Try banh mi or Vietnamese spring rolls.
🎡 Afternoon (1:30 PM – 5:00 PM):
- Vietnam Museum of Ethnology (interactive exhibits great for kids).
- Playtime at West Lake Water Park (seasonal, optional).
🌙 Evening:
- Dinner: Enjoy a meal by the West Lake.
- Optional: Take a cyclo ride (rickshaw) through Hanoi’s streets.
🏨 Overnight: Hanoi
📅 Day 3: Hanoi → Ha Long Bay (Overnight Cruise Adventure!)
🚗 Morning (8:00 AM):
- Private transfer to Ha Long Bay (3.5–4 hours drive).
🛳 12:30 PM – Check-in to Luxury Cruise:
- Welcome drinks & safety briefing.
- Check into a family cabin on board.
🏞 Afternoon:
- Visit Sung Sot (Surprise) Cave.
- Kayak or take a bamboo boat ride through Luon Cave.
- Relax on Titop Island (swim & hike for a view).
🌅 Evening:
- Sunset party on the cruise deck.
- Seafood dinner on board.
- Fun for kids: Squid fishing or watching a movie on the cruise.
🛳 Overnight: Ha Long Bay (on cruise)
📅 Day 4: Ha Long Bay → Fly to Da Nang
🌅 Morning:
- Tai Chi session on the deck (optional).
- Light breakfast on the cruise.
- Visit a floating fishing village or kayak around limestone formations.
🛳 11:30 AM: Return to the harbor & private transfer to Hanoi airport.
✈️ Afternoon: Fly to Da Nang (1h 15m flight).
🚗 Evening: Arrive in Da Nang & check in to a beachside resort.
🌙 Dinner & Relax: Enjoy fresh seafood near My Khe Beach.
🏨 Overnight: Da Nang
📅 Day 5: Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge – Fun for Kids!
🚗 Morning (8:00 AM): Private car to Ba Na Hills (45 min drive).
🎢 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM:
- Ride the Ba Na Hills cable car (one of the longest in the world!).
- Walk across the Golden Bridge.
- Explore the French Village & Fantasy Park (Indoor Theme Park).
🚗 Evening: Return to Da Nang & relax.
🌙 Dinner: Try local dishes like Mi Quang or Banh Xeo.
🏨 Overnight: Da Nang
📅 Day 6: Hoi An – Ancient Town & Lantern Making
🚗 Morning: Private transfer to Hoi An (45 min drive).
🏛 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM:
- Visit Hoi An Ancient Town (Japanese Covered Bridge, Old Houses).
- Take a family lantern-making workshop.
🍜 Lunch: Enjoy Cao Lau noodles (Hoi An’s specialty).
🚲 Afternoon:
- Take a countryside cycling tour or ride a basket boat in Cam Thanh.
🌙 Evening:
- Boat ride with floating lanterns on the Thu Bon River.
🏨 Overnight: Hoi An
📅 Day 7: Hoi An → Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) – City Tour
✈️ Morning: Fly to Ho Chi Minh City (1h 20m flight).
🚗 Afternoon:
- Visit Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office.
- Explore the War Remnants Museum (for older kids, optional).
🌙 Evening:
- Saigon River Dinner Cruise – watch the city lights!
🏨 Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
📅 Day 8: Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Day Trip
🚗 Morning (7:30 AM): Private transfer to Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Walk through the underground tunnels (safe & guided).
🚗 Afternoon: Transfer to Ben Tre (Mekong Delta).
- Take a boat ride through coconut canals.
- Visit a honey bee farm & coconut candy workshop.
🚗 Evening: Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
🏨 Overnight: Ho Chi Minh City
📅 Day 9: Fly to Phu Quoc – Relaxing Beach Day
✈️ Morning: Fly to Phu Quoc Island (1-hour flight).
🏖 Afternoon:
- Relax at Long Beach or Starfish Beach.
- Visit Vinpearl Safari (great for kids).
🌙 Evening:
- Dinner at Dinh Cau Night Market – try grilled seafood!
🏨 Overnight: Phu Quoc
📅 Day 10: Departure – Last-Minute Beach Time
☀️ Morning:
- Relax at the beach or visit the Sunset Sanato Beach Club.
✈️ Afternoon: Fly home from Phu Quoc Airport.
🎯 Key Family Travel Tips:
✔️ Best family hotels: Choose resorts with pools & kids’ clubs.
✔️ Transport: Domestic flights save time between cities.
✔️ Food: Vietnamese dishes are kid-friendly (Banh Mi, Pho, Fresh Fruit Juices).
✔️ Packing: Lightweight clothes, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, & comfy shoes.
