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Vietnam can feel overwhelming with many cities and islands to choose from. This guide helps you pick the right destinations and plan your 7-day Vietnam itinerary.
Your trip starts in Hanoi for nightlife, shopping, and street food, and continues to Ha Long Bay for nature. Da Nang brings beach stays and romantic dinner cruises, while Hoi An offers a slower pace with lantern-lit streets, museums, and hands-on workshops.
Quick Look at the Vietnam Itinerary
| No. of Days | Highlights | Activities |
| Day 1 | Arrival in Hanoi | Stroll the Old Quarter Area → Ta Hien Street or Bia Hoi Junction for local food. |
| Day 2 | Hanoi City Tour | Ba Dinh → Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum → Temple of Literature → One Pillar Pagoda → Hoan Kiem Lake (Sword Lake). |
| Day 3 | Ha Long Bay Day Cruise | 2.5 hours boat travel → Lunch → Cave Visits → Kayaking → Tiptop Island Trek → Watch Sunsets → Return to Hanoi |
| Day 4 | Fly to Da Nang | Cable Car Ride → Golden Bridge → French Village → Linh Ung Pagoda |
| Day 5 | Da Nang Beach & Nightlife | My Khe Beach → Relax → Dragon Bridge Fire Show → Han River Dinner Cruise |
| Day 6 | Hoi An | Ride to Hoi An → Lantern Making Workshop/Basket Boat → Japanese Bridge → Explore Ancient Town |
| Day 7 | Departure | Shopping → Back to Da Nang Airport |
Essential Vietnam Travel Tips
Planning a Vietnam trip takes more than listing places and activities. With the details mentioned below, you can avoid travel struggles and plan a better trip.
Visa Requirements for Indians
Indian tourists can apply for a Vietnam e-visa that is valid for 90 days. You can choose from a tourist e-visa, a business visa, or an on-arrival visa that requires an approval letter.
You can either apply for a single-entry visa, which costs approximately 6,000 INR, or a multiple-entry visa, which costs approximately 14,000 INR.
Currency & Payments
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (VND). As of 18/02/2026, 1 INR is 286.37 VND.
Use credit cards at hotels and restaurants. However, carrying cash is necessary for markets, street food, smaller shops, and temple donations.
Language
Vietnamese is the official language, but you can manage in major cities and larger hotels as long as you know English. Learning basic Vietnamese phrases can help you in local markets or in rural areas.
SIM Card
Viettel, Mobifone, and Vinaphone are the most recommended SIM cards that offer better network coverage in Vietnam.
Day-wise 7-Day Vietnam Itinerary from India
With this guide, you will know the right place to go and activities to do in Vietnam from the day you land to the day you depart.
Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi from India
Upon arrival at Noi Bai International Airport, you can travel to your stay in the Hanoi Old Quarter and rest.
Activities for the day include
- Morning: Airport Arrival & Hotel Check-in.
- Afternoon: Rest, refresh, and get lunch from nearby restaurants.
- Evening: Walk through the Old Quarter for street shopping, then relax by Sword Lake as the city lights reflect on the water.
- Night: In Ta Hien Street or Bia Hoi Junction, try the best Vietnamese food and get a draft beer to end your day.
Day 2: Hanoi City Tour
There are many tours organised by various operators, but you can choose based on the places and activities covered.
When you book a tour, a guide accompanies you to experience the best of Hanoi. They share insights on each attraction and Hanoi’s culture, helping you better understand the city.
Common places covered in the Hanoi city tour
- Ba Dinh Square
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum
- One-Pillar Pagoda
- Temple of Literature
- Sword Lake
Day 3: Ha Long Bay Cruise
Have your breakfast early, then leave your hotel around 08:00 AM for a full-day cruise in Ha Long Bay.
Here is a short itinerary for a full-day Ha Long Bay Cruise
- Pick-up arranged to board your cruise
- Approx 2.5 hours to reach Ha Long Bay by water
- Have lunch on board while taking in the limestone karsts
- Explore Sung Sot Cave
- Kayak in Luon Cave
- Stop at Titov Island (Ti Top) for a short trek to the peak
- Tea break and time to enjoy sunsets
- Return to Hanoi, and you will be dropped off at your hotel
Day 4: Fly to Da Nang
Take a flight from Hanoi to Da Nang between 8 and 10 AM for a full day of exploring.
Enjoy a full day in Da Nang with these activities
- After breakfast, check out of the Hanoi hotel
- Take a flight to Da Nang
- From the airport, grab a cab to your stay in Da Nang
- Take rest and refresh
- Visit Ba Na Hills
- Ride on the cable car
- Lunch at French Village restaurants
- Golden Bridge: Walk across this bridge held by giant stone hands, one of Vietnam’s top photo spots.
- Visit French Village to see European architecture, gardens, and a cathedral
- Visit Linh Ung Pagoda at the mountain top
- Take the return cable car and return to the hotel
Day 5: Beach Day in Da Nang
Spend the morning at My Khe Beach, then head out for Da Nang’s nightlife after dark.
- Morning: Swimming, sunbathing, beach volleyball, and water sports at My Khe Beach.
- Afternoon: Return to the hotel, rest, and have lunch.
- Evening: Watch a fire show at Dragon Bridge and take a dinner cruise at Han River.
Day 6: Drive to Hoi An
Hoi An is just 40 kilometres from Da Nang; you can either rent a scooter or book a cab from Da Nang.
Morning
- Check out the hotel in Da Nang
- Travel to Hoi An (45 – 60 mins)
- Check into the hotel in Hoi An
Afternoon
- Rest and have your lunch
- Join a lantern-making class or a basket boat ride
Evening
- Go to Ancient Town to see the Japanese Covered Bridge, old houses, and temples.
- See thousands of lanterns that glow on the streets
- Buy a lantern and float it on the Thu Bon River for good luck
Day 7: Departure Day
Based on your flight schedule, choose one or two things to do in Hoi An before you leave.
- Last Shopping: Buy lanterns, silk products, and coffee.
- Check out the hotel.
- Travel back to Da Nang to take your flight to India.
Optional Things to Add in Your Vietnam Itinerary
If you want to extend your stay or customise your trip, consider the activities and sightseeing options listed for each city.
Hanoi
- Water Puppet Show
- Vietnamese coffee workshop
- Cooking class
- Watch a show at Hanoi Opera House
Da Nang
- My Son Sanctuary
- Lady Buddha & Linh Ung Pagoda
- Surfing lessons
Hoi An
- An Bang Beach
- Tra Que Vegetable Village
- Thanh Ha Pottery Village
- Customise and tailor clothes
7 Days in Vietnam: Budget Estimate for Indian Travellers
This section covers all essential costs for your trip, per person. The cost mentioned below can suit the budget or mid-range travellers.
- Flights:
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- India – Hanoi: Approx. 13,000 – 20,000 INR
- Hanoi – Da Nang: Approx. 4,800 – 6,000 INR
- Da Nang – India: Approx. 15,000 – 20,000 INR
- Visa: Approx. 6,000 INR
- Accommodation: Approx. 4,000 INR per night
- Food: Approx. 1500 INR per person per day
- Sim Card: Approx. 700 INR, which can be valid for up to two weeks
- Shopping & Miscellaneous: Approx. 6,000 INR – 9,000 INR
- Sightseeing: Entry and activity fees vary by season, but it’s helpful to have an approximate range to plan your budget.
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- Hanoi City Tour: Approx. 3,300 INR
- Halong Bay Cruise: Approx. 4,000 INR
- Ba Na Hills: Approx. 6,500 INR (cable car ride, Golden Bridge, and French Village)
- Han River dinner cruise: Approx. 2,000 INR
- Water Activities in Da Nang: Approx. 10,000 INR (for 4 – 6 activities)
- Hoi An Old Town Ticket: Approx. 420 INR
- Lantern-making: Approx. 600 INR
- Basket boat ride: Approx. 400 INR
Conclusion
Vietnam is a huge country with so much to offer. From city experiences to island life and beach days with water sports, to temples, theme parks, and so many attractions, Vietnam is ideal for honeymooners, solo travellers, and families with kids.
To make this Vietnam trip hassle-free, you can reach out to us. At Dimaak Tours, we customise your experience based on your interests and turn this vacation into memorable days.
FAQs on 7-Day Vietnam Itinerary from India
1. When is the best time to visit Vietnam?
If you are looking to try different activities and visit several places, then the dry season is a good time. So, plan your trip from February to April and from September to November for minimal rainfall.
2. What is the famous food to try in Vietnam?
Must-try food in Vietnam
- Pho (noodle soup)
- Bun Cha (grilled pork with noodles)
- Banh Mi (Vietnamese baguette)
- Cao Lau (Hoi An’s special noodles)
- Banh Xeo (crispy pancakes)
- Com Tam (broken rice)
- Goi Cuon (spring rolls)
3. Can you customise clothes in Hoi An in a day?
Yes, you can get your clothes customised in 24 hours with Hoi An tailors.
A few clothing stores in Hoi An with good collections
- Pink Lotus Tailor
- The Vy
- Huong Xuan Tailor
- Clothes Shop 52 Hoi An Tailor
- Cloth Shop – Thương Tailor
- Blue Chic Tailor Hoi An
- Blue Eye Tailor – Le Loi Branch
