10 Days in Vietnam: The Ultimate Itinerary for Australian Travellers

Australia – Vietnam provides its travelers with outstanding food, beautiful sights, rich culture and unbelievable experiences! Whether you're eating and partying on the buzzed streets of Ho Chi Minh City or breathing in the cool air over Ha Long Bay - Vietnam will not let down in regards to everything mentioned above.

Ten days gives a traveler sufficient time to visit several of Vietnams memorable cities and sights without constantly traveling around. Below is a draft of a 10 day Vietnam itinerary - a perfect suggestion for first-time travelers to Vietnam:

Days 1-2: Hanoi

A fabulous introduction to Vietnam, Hanoi has over 1,000 years of history packed full with attractions for you to visit. We advise traveling within 10 days (with your travel days included within your break) and your first port of call would be to stay close to the Old Quarter (where all the local cafes, restaurants and shops can be found) and see Hoan Kiem Lake. It’s also a great opportunity to tick off one of Vietnam’s classic dishes, such as 'Pho' and 'Banh Mi' and sip on some traditional Vietnamese coffee.

It will not take you any time to feel the incredible sense of traditional Vietnamese life while soaking in one or two of the temples or a few of Hanoi's major historical monuments.

Day 3: Ha Long Bay

The following place in this journey can be Ha Long Bay, or locally "Descending Dragon Bay". It is best to see those beautiful sights by boat cruise. Sail through the amazing islands where magic karst landscape floating on the still water.

Enjoy the sightseeing in caves, or even relaxing yourself on the boat.

It's the best if you take one cruise, or better, stay one night there.

Days 4-5: Hoi An

its enchanting historic town of Hoi An, you will enjoy the ultimate relaxing trip – definitely ideal from March to June. Be amazed with the Old Quarter where you can meander down lantern-lit paths, taste the amazing local cuisine as well as enjoying the amazing Sino-Vietnamese tradition and don't forget to buy some silk lanterns as souvenirs on the first day; it is simply breathtaking seeing Hoi An at night.

Visit the morning markets and discover authentic Vietnamese dishes-we recommended asking locals!

I really loved the "Cao Lau" so make sure you don’t forget to taste it!

Take cycling tours around the surrounding country areas or make the most of the lovely local beaches if your journey has got you planning with enough time.

Days 6-7: Da Nang

The first of our coastal destinations on our itinerary: Da Nang! The popular seaside city offers both pristine beaches and a great location from which to visit attractions such as Marble Mountains or taking a trip to ba na hills. Enjoy the relaxing ocean views from Da Nang's attractive shoreline while at the same time it offers unique experiences to discover, for instance enjoy some of Da Nang's delightful fresh seafood from a beachfront restaurant!

Days 8-10: Ho Chi Minh City

We arrive at Vietnam's largest city and its most animated destination; the energeticHo Chi Minh City(affectionately nicknamed Saigon by locals). Experience its busy markets, its important war history and most importantly, try its incredible street food as this is a highlight of the culinary scene in this bustling Vietnamese metropolis.

Ben Than Market (as a whole!) is a must for souvenirs and even to sample dishes from street-eaters lining adjacent areas!

Take a final few last minute deals here and maybe even a trinket or two to bring home with you on the plane.

Simplify your trip with Vietnam holiday packages

Exploring Vietnam might appear a bit daunting but booking a Vietnam package ensures that most, if not all, of your trip are included in the final price including flights, hotels and various tours-making your travel to Vietnam so much easier and less stressful.

If you want to look into more into exactly what that 10 days in Vietnam actually looks like, you should check out a Vietnam travel package and uncover this exciting part of Southeast Asia and more importantly-it caters for all kinds of budgets. Australians have got it easy when planning travel, EaseOnTrip can guide you from A to B regarding planning your next Vietnamese holiday!

Overall

You will get enough out of your 10-day trip by picking either Hanoi, Ha Long Bay and Hoi An; the north or Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An and Da Nang-or some combination of them. Vietnam offers you everything from incredible cities to breathtaking natural wonders that you’ll definitely always carry within you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 10 days in Vietnam adequate?

It is certainly possible to cover a few of the top destinations in Vietnam in 10 days, and once well planned you may well cover many places like: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City. You will still even manage to squeeze in culture and the incredible cuisine too!

Which are best parts in Vietnam for visiting in 10 days?

One of classic route for travelling which covers most popular destinations and loved by most of tourist first time traveling in Vietnam. Includes: Hanoi, Ha Long bay, Hoi An, Da Nang, and HCM City. All mentioned above has great advantage for the travelers who love Vietnam culture, natural scenery, Vietnam food and history of these places.

When in the year can you get the best of the weather to visit the Vietnam from Australia?

It is possible to visit the countries over a duration of the year, however certain parts benefit from better weather than others depending on the season; each destination should be researched and considered individually before a decision on itinerary planning. This is particularly important due to the different weather conditions around North, Central and South Vietnam.

What's the price range for a 10 day trip to Vietnam from Australia?

Costs can differ for your flights, accommodation, tours/activities, the season when traveling and the overall standard of the holiday experience that you require. When purchasing Vietnam travel holiday deals it makes for easier travel as some of your trip can be organised at once to make it easy to manage your entire travel expenses.

Things Australians should know before visiting Vietnam?

If you are an Australian wishing to visit Vietnam then check any current visa and border crossing requirements prior to your visit. Taking out travel insurance, observing recommended travel warnings and ensuring that your passport validity dates suffice are other useful travel tips.

Are there any Vietnam holiday packages?

It's true that package holidays may ease up the majority of your Vietnam travels and combine the transfers, accommodation, tours, and sightseeing aspects. These packages prove most useful for those with short visits and eager to grab as much as they could out of that limited span of time.