Planning a Vietnam 14 day itinerary across Vietnam to have the best experiences is not easy. In addition to the Vietnam 10 day itinerary that we have introduced, to help you get more information, here are the best 14 day itinerary in Vietnam from South to North.
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
The urban and metropolitan capital of the Southern region is relatively new compared to other significant Vietnamese cities, but it still possesses the characteristic Vietnamese touch that all of its main cities do so expertly. Old French colonial and Vietnamese traditional structures coexist harmoniously with sleek skyscrapers, curved tiled roofs, and glass windows in the city, which is a blend of the two. The Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, and Independence Palace are three places where you can see a variety of Saigon’s influences.
Day 2: Cu Chi Tunnels
Let’s visit the Cu Chi tunnels on the second day of our 14-day tour through Vietnam. One finds it difficult to imagine that humans could live underground with sickness, darkness, and other life-threatening dangers common. All of that was suffered by the Viet Cong soldiers of the Cu Chi tunnels, and today visitors may take a 1.5-hour tour to get a quick taste of what they went through.
Day 3: Mekong Delta
The “granary of Vietnam” is really how locals affectionately refer to this delta. Once you see the huge paddy fields that produce excellent-quality rice for both domestic and export markets, the term becomes clear. In terms of culture, the area is also home to several farmers and artisans who depend on the beauty of the land as well as beautiful sites of worship.
Day 4-5: Nha Trang
On the following days of our 14-day trip through Vietnam, we will return to the country’s central area, which is home to some of the country’s most beautiful beaches. The Champa Kingdom previously controlled Nha Trang. You can still visit the ruins of this once illustrious kingdom, such as the Tower of Ponagar. However, most tourists come to Nha Trang because of its long, winding beach with a promenade.
Day 6: Da Nang
Da Nang also has a wide beach with white sand and a clear sea, similar to Nha Trang. If you’ve enjoyed swimming, consider visiting Ba Na Hills, an entertainment complex with Old-World European charm atop the mist-shrouded Vietnamese hilltops. Overlooking the grounds from the complex’s Golden Bridge, a walkway raised by two large moss-covered stone hands, is also a surreal yet enjoyable experience.
Day 7: Hoi An
Hoi An is a former harbor town that was shaped by the fusion of the people who settled there and all the commercial routes that passed through it. In the evening, the river is once more crowded with boats carrying tourists who are softly floating lotus lanterns.
Day 8: Cham Island
The placid waters of Cham Island, a popular day trip from Hoi An, provide chances for swimming, kayaking, diving among tropical corals, and simply relaxing on the beach.
The locals have greatly benefited from the availability of fresh seafood. The island’s famously flavorful flower crabs are boiled with beer and dipped in a mixture of salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
Day 9-10: Hanoi
Vietnam’s capital city has been the heart of the country for over a thousand years, where royalty ruled, lived, and died. However, the center of the city should be Sword Lake, where it is said that an Emperor once returned a legendary sword to the Golden Turtle. It is surrounded by the Old Town, the historic center of the city before expanding to the outside.
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Day 10-11: Ha Long Bay
One of the top tourist destinations in Vietnam is Ha Long Bay. Ha Long Bay is home to a vast collection of 1,600 limestone islands and islets, many of which have their own names and legends. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The best way for visitors to experience these huge works of nature up close, in addition to naturally created caves, is to go on a cruise or boat.
Day 12-13: Sapa
We will travel to Sapa, the region of Vietnam with the coldest weather, to change the atmosphere and add interesting activities to our 14-day itinerary. The activities available in this peaceful alpine village are varied. The tallest mountain in the area, Fansipan, is reachable by thrill-seekers. It is known as “the roof of Indochina.” Everywhere in the spring, flowers are in blossom. A “love market” is also held in the community, where young people can mingle, sing, play games, fall in love, and get hitched in the spring.
Day 14: Ha Noi
Before saying goodbye to the beautiful land of Vietnam, you can enjoy Bun Cha. Bun Cha is a Vietnamese dish, consisting of vermicelli, grilled pork rolls over charcoal, and a bowl of sweet and sour fish sauce. The dish originates from the North of Vietnam and is a long-standing dish of Hanoi, so it can be considered one of the typical specialties of Hanoi cuisine. This is also a food that US President Barack Obama loved and ate when he visited this capital.
For the final day of this 14-day Vietnam itinerary, we suggest that you simply take the time to roam around the city and let it surprise you with what it can offer.
