Most travelers will find that 14 to 15 days is perfect for a well-paced Vietnam and Cambodia trip with stops in Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue, and Ha Long Bay. Travelers with less time can hit the route's highlights in 12 or 13 days, which makes for a fast-paced journey. Travelers with more time can enjoy extra sights and activities at each stop or explore more of the country. Get inspired with our trip ideas below.

How many days do you need in Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue & Ha Long Bay?

  • Most travelers spend 14-15 days in Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue, and Ha Long Bay combined
  • Visiting Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue, and Ha Long Bay in 12 or 13 days is possible, but it will feel rushed
  • With 16 or more days, most travelers choose to add more stops to their trip

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Recommended Itineraries for Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue & Ha Long Bay

Recommended Itinerary for 15 Days

Fly to Siem Reap and spend an entire day exploring the temples at Angkor Wat
Day Highlights Overnight
Day 1 Arrive in Hanoi, Explore Hanoi
Day 2 Biking & City Tour, Night Train to Sapa Hanoi
Day 3 Hanoi to Ha Long Bay, Board Overnight Cruise Ha Long Bay
Day 4 Disembark Cruise, Fly to Da Nang, Transfer to Hoi An Hoi An
Day 5 Experience Hue by Boat & Bike Hue
Day 6 Coastal Drive from Hoi An to Hue Hoi An
Day 7 Visit Fishing Villages, Hoi An Tour Hoi An
Day 8 Deluxe Cooking Class & Hoi An Tour Hoi An
Day 9 Fly to Ho Chi Minh City, Explore Ho Chi Minh City
Day 10 Visit Tay Ninh & Cu Chi Tunnel Ho Chi Minh City
Day 11 Day Trip to the Mekong Delta Ho Chi Minh City
Day 12 Fly to Siem Reap, Explore Siem Reap
Day 13 Discover the Mysteries of Angkor Temples Siem Reap
Day 14 Visit Kbal Spean & Banteay Srei Siem Reap
Day 15 Depart Siem Reap Siem Reap


Cultural wonders and natural beauty abound on this 15-day journey through Vietnam and Cambodia. With an itinerary packed full of world-famous highlights and off-the-beaten-path gems, you'll set out from the buzzy capital of Hanoi to cruise through the magnificent Ha Long Bay, cycle through the countryside of Hue, and learn to fish with the locals in Hoi An. After a trip through Ho Chi Minh's past and a leisurely float down the Mekong Delta, it's time to hop over to Cambodia and end your adventure among the ancient temples of Angkor Wat. Read more

How to travel between Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue & Ha Long Bay

How to get from Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
If you're looking to make the 108-mile (174 km) journey from Hanoi to scenic Ha Long Bay—a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its limestone pillars and small, verdant islands—you have three efficient options. Read more

How to get from Hanoi to Hoi An
Travelers making the 500-mile (807 km) trip from Hanoi to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hoi An have several options for completing the journey. The fastest route and best option is an hourlong flight to Danang, going by private transfer the rest of the way. Read more

How to get from Hanoi to Hue
Those traveling 423 miles (680 km) from Hanoi to the former imperial city of Hue have several options, but taking a direct flight will be best. Read more

How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi
Vietnam's two major cities, Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the north are about 1,000 miles (1,600 km) apart. The easiest way to get to Hanoi is a direct two-hour flight, and there are multiple flights out of Ho Chi Minh City's airport each day. Read more

How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap
The best way to get from Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam to Siem Reap (gateway to the spectacular temple of Angkor Wat) in Cambodia will likely make the 287-mile (462 km) journey with an hourlong flight. Travelers who don't mind a significantly longer journey may wish to explore taking a private bus, with the option to stop in Cambodia's bustling capital of Phnom Penh. Read more

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Map of Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue & Ha Long Bay: Best Itinerary Ideas
Map of Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hanoi, Hue & Ha Long Bay: Best Itinerary Ideas