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7 Days in Hanoi & Ho Chi Minh City

Dibyendu Paul

19 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Vietnam as you explore ancient marvels, indulge in delicious cuisine, and soak in the bustling atmosphere. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure!

Trip to Hanoi

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Unveiling the Treasures of Hanoi

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$92

Vietnam National Museum of History

This 2-building history museum displays ancient artifacts & Buddhist art, plus statues & war relics.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

6 - 9 min

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Hanoi Opera House

Ornate performing arts hall opened in 1911 & staging classical music, dance & opera performances.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

5 - 8 min

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Club De L'Oriental

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 2Women's Tales and Water Puppetry

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$63

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$ 2

Vietnamese Women's Museum

Modern museum with a permanent collection exploring Vietnamese women's history, culture & fashion.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

12 - 17 min

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Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre

Performing-arts venue presenting theatrical water puppetry shows with accompanying music.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$15

8 - 10 min

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Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

Imperial citadel complex with 11th-century buildings & sculptures, including a tower & stone dragon.

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

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$10

8 - 11 min

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The Railway Cafe

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 3Discovering Icons and Tranquil Temples

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$20

Ho Chi Minh's Mausoleum

Vietnamese leader Ho Chi Minh's body is on display in this mausoleum & historic site.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Presidential Palace

This 1900s French Colonial palace is the office & residence of Vietnam’s president & vice president.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

12 - 18 min

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Tran Quoc Pagoda

Long-standing Buddhist temple built on a small, charming island with numerous shrines.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

8 - 11 min

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Highlands Coffee

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Day 4A Cultural Extravaganza in Hanoi

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$49

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$ 2

Vietnam Museum of Ethnology

Ethnological museum offering exhibits on Vietnam's various cultures, with gardens & a restaurant.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$10

15 - 18 min

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Ho Chi Minh Museum

Built in the shape of a lotus flower, the museum explores the life of President Ho Chi Minh.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

16 - 23 min

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Temple Of Literature

Confucian temple with landscaped courtyards, numerous altars & shrines & an imposing front gate.

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$5

6 - 9 min

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Koto

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$24

Budget breakdown: $488 In total

Activities & Food:$484

Transport:$4

Trip to Ho Chi Minh City

Get Your Guide

Viator

Day 1Unveiling the Treasures of Hanoi

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$77

Ho Chi Minh City Opera House

Ornate 19th-century French colonial opera house that is now home to the city's ballet & symphony.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$25

8 - 11 min

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Directions

Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

1880s Catholic cathedral built with French bricks & featuring 58m-tall Romanesque bell towers.

9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Independence Palace

Historical building of the Vietnam War era, with tours of government offices, war rooms & artifacts.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$20

6 - 9 min

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Au Parc

Located between the historic Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral, Au Parc serves a mix of Mediterranean & Middle Eastern flavours.

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$32

Day 2Women's Tales and Water Puppetry

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$53

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$ 2

War Remnants Museum

Memorial museum exhibiting photographs, weapons & other objects from the Vietnam & Indochina wars.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$15

10 - 12 min

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Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts

Classical to contemporary Vietnamese & foreign artworks on display in an elegant colonial building.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$10

3 - 4 min

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Bà Bà - Bún Bò Nam Bộ & Bún Bò Xào - Nguyễn Thái Bình

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$28

Day 3Discovering Icons and Tranquil Temples

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$130

Bitexco Financial Tower

Iconic 68-floor skyscraper featuring an observation deck, retail shops, dining & a cineplex.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$50

1 - 2 min

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Saigon Skydeck

Glass-enclosed observation deck on the 49th floor of the Bitexco Financial Tower with scenic views.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$50

9 - 14 min

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Ben Thanh Market

Well-known standby for handicrafts, souvenirs, clothing & other goods along with local eats.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$10

2 - 3 min

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Quán Lộc Thành

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$20

Budget breakdown: $488 In total

Activities & Food:$484

Transport:$4