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Paddle past limestone mountains in Ninh Binh with your family
Map of 2 Weeks in Vietnam - 4 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
2 Weeks in Vietnam - 4 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

Two weeks in Vietnam is a reasonable amount of time to hit the highlights. First-timers will love visiting popular spots such as Ha Long Bay and Hoi An on the "Family Explorer" trip, while those looking for a multicountry journey can combine some of the best cities and sites on a Vietnam and Thailand itinerary. Adventurous families will enjoy the outdoor activities (sandboarding, anyone?) on an off-the-beaten-track tour, and little ones will stay engaged through interactive experiences on the "Cultural Immersion" trip.

Hang Sung Sot Grotto Cave of Surprises, Halong Bay, Vietnam
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1 Week in Vietnam - 4 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

One week in Vietnam is enough time to cover one region at a slower pace or two regions with action-packed days. Visit northern Vietnam's Hanoi and Ha Long Bay with adventures through villages in the Ba Vi countryside. For a focus on southern Vietnam, see Ho Chi Minh City and play on the beaches of Phu Quoc Island. A luxury tour takes you from north to south with premium services like a behind-the-scenes water puppet theater performance in Hanoi and on a yacht in the Mekong Delta.

Spend time with your family exploring the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay
Map of 10 Days in Vietnam - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas
10 Days in Vietnam - 3 Family-Friendly Itinerary Ideas

Ten days in Vietnam is enough time to experience four destinations at a relaxed pace. Families visiting for the first time can hit the popular spots, including a cruise on Ha Long Bay, on the Vietnam Highlights tour. Outdoorsy families and those with little ones will love the island escape and the adventurous excursions, such as the Mekong boat trip, on the Southern Vietnam Family itinerary. Those seeking an elevated experience, including a private culinary tour in Hoi An, will appreciate the Luxury Family Tour.

Vietnam family-friendly itineraries

Discover Vietnam from the vantage of a traditional sampan
Map of Family Adventure in Vietnam: North to South - 14 Days
Family Adventure in Vietnam: North to South - 14 Days

Take the family on an in-depth discovery of a singularly beautiful country that's the well-spring of a deep culture: Vietnam. Over two weeks, you'll see it all, from the colonial Old Quarter of Hanoi to the terraced rice fields of Sapa and the historic fishing ports of the central coast. The trip culminates around the former Saigon, where you'll tour Ho Chi Minh City and explore the Mekong Delta by boat.

Kids will love Hoi An in Vietnam
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Family Trip to Vietnam & Thailand: From Hanoi to Phuket - 14 Days

Having trouble choosing between Vietnam and Thailand for your family trip to Southeast Asia? This exciting two-week itinerary includes highlights from both countries. The tour starts in Hanoi and spends time in Ha Long Bay, Hoi An, and Ho Chi Minh City before flying to Thailand, where you'll get busy in Bangkok and Ayutthaya before taking things down a few notches in Phuket. Kids and parents will love this trip's combination of culture, active adventures, and relaxation.

The idyllic valley of Hoa Binh Province is famous for its bucolic valleys and magnificent caves
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Family-Friendly Vietnam & Cambodia - 14 Days

On this family itinerary, you'll pair the diversity of Vietnam and the cultural treasures of Cambodia. Over two weeks, experience classic sites including the charming streets of Hanoi, cruising the impressive Halong Bay, strolling the markets of bustling Ho Chi Minh City, and exploring the palatial and mysterious Angkor Wat temple complex in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Your trip goes beyond guided tours allowing you many chances to get to meet locals in villages, take cycling through the countryside, and learn how to cook traditional foods.

Play on the beaches of Phu Quoc Island
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Family-Friendly Southern Vietnam - 7 Days

On this week-long itinerary of southern Vietnam, parents and kids will be interested and entertained in historic Ho Chi Minh City and the nearby Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels. After a few days exploring this area, head to the island paradise of Phu Quoc, where you can relax, swim, and enjoy the sun.

Mother and son in Phuket town, Thailand
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Ultimate Family Trip to Vietnam & Thailand - 15 Days

Cover parts of Vietnam and Thailand on this 15-day tour designed with kids in mind. Starting in Ho Chi Minh City and traveling north to Hanoi, indulge in family-friendly activities, from leisurely cruises on the Mekong Delta and Ha Long Bay to cultural activities in the capital, such as a water puppet show. Then fly across the border to Bangkok, the buzzing capital of Thailand. After as many temples and palaces as you and your kids can handle, head to Chiang Mai for a few days in the mountains before ending with quality family time on the beaches of Phuket.

Spend time with your family on Phu Quoc Island
Map of Vietnam Family Explorer: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Phu Quoc & More - 14 Days
Vietnam Family Explorer: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Phu Quoc & More - 14 Days

With two weeks in Vietnam, you can cover a lot of ground with your family without being overly busy. This well-planned itinerary starts in the north—in atmospheric Hanoi and UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay—and travels down through the cultural and culinary center of Hoi An before reaching the southern metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City. After an action-packed time on the mainland, end with some downtime on Phu Quoc Island, a beautiful spot that everyone in the family will enjoy.

Spend time in the Vietnamese countryside with your family
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Northern Vietnam Adventure for Families: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Beyond - 7 Days

You'll fit a lot into a week with this family-friendly exploration of northern Vietnam. Get to know the region's dramatic mountains, lush farmland, stunning waterways, and the exciting capital of Hanoi with a range of active and chilled-out adventures. Cycle through villages in the Ba Vi Mountains, refresh at an eco-resort with activities suitable for your kids' ages and energy levels, and cruise through otherworldly Ha Long Bay, where you can explore its fairy-tale grottoes and caverns by kayak.

Kids will love exploring Vietnam
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Luxury Family Tour of Vietnam: Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi - 10 Days

This 10-day luxury, family-friendly tour of Vietnam starts in southern Ho Chi Minh City and ends in northern Hanoi, stopping at Hoi An and Ha Long Bay along the way. Get a behind-the-scenes look at a water puppet theater, enjoy luxurious cruises in Ho Chi Minh City and Ha Long Bay, embark on private food and culture-focused tours, and much more.

Children in the Mekong Delta
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Luxury Family Tour of Vietnam: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Ho Chi Minh City - 7 Days

Families looking to take their comfort levels up a few notches will love this luxurious, week-long tour of Vietnam. Starting in northern Hanoi and ending in southern Ho Chi Minh City, you'll enjoy a range of premium activities designed to keep every family member interested and entertained. Explore gorgeous Ha Long Bay on an overnight cruise, get a behind-the-scenes experience at a water puppetry theater, sail the Mekong Delta on a yacht, and much more.

Do as the locals do and take a cyclo in Ho Chi Minh City
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Vietnam Highlights for Families: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Hoi An & Ho Chi Minh City - 10 Days

Introduce your children to the best of Vietnam on this 10-day, family-friendly itinerary. With a mix of culture and soft adventure, this trip is ideal for all ages. Meander through vibrant markets and sample street food in Hanoi, sail the emerald green waters of Ha Long Bay, learn to make paper lanterns in the lively port city of Hoi An, and finish in Ho Chi Minh City for a tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels and a captivating evening cultural show.

Enjoy quality time with your little ones in Ha Long Bay
Map of Northern & Southern Vietnam for Families: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Ho Chi Minh City - 7 Days
Northern & Southern Vietnam for Families: Hanoi, Ha Long Bay & Ho Chi Minh City - 7 Days

Get a taste of why Vietnam is such a perfect kid-friendly destination in seven action-packed days. This itinerary takes families from north to south, offering a glimpse into city life plus an overnight cruise in the spectacular seascapes of Ha Long Bay. Introduce the whole family to the cultural heritage of Vietnam on a visit to the Mekong Delta and the Cu Chi Tunnels before finishing your trip in Ho Chi Minh City.

Explore the sand dunes at Mui Ne
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Off-the-Beaten-Track Vietnam for Families - 14 Days

Families wanting to get to know authentic Vietnamese culture, history, crafts, and food, as well as the main tourist attractions, will enjoy this varied two-week tour. Starting in northern Vietnam, you'll check out a range of cultural and natural highlights around Hanoi, including Ha Long Bay and Ba Vi National Park. Head to central Hue, the former imperial capital, before ending in the south with family-friendly sightseeing excursions around Ho Chi Minh City and a few days relaxing on the beaches of Mui Ne.

Kids will love Vietnam and its culture
Map of Vietnamese Cultural Immersion for Families: Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi - 14 Days
Vietnamese Cultural Immersion for Families: Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi - 14 Days

Curious kids (and parents) will find many reasons to love Vietnam on this two-week cultural immersion tour designed especially for families. As well as the popular tourist sites like UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay and Hoi An, you'll participate in many activities that delve beneath the surface of Vietnamese culture: learn how to cook local dishes in Hoi An, cycle through villages in the Mekong Delta, visit a traditional floating market, explore the grottoes of Ninh Binh by boat, and much more.

Family admiring the Nha Trang city skyline
Map of Southern Vietnam Family Adventure - 10 Days
Southern Vietnam Family Adventure - 10 Days

This 10-day tour focuses on southern Vietnam, which offers a range of natural and cultural attractions for all ages. Spend less time transiting between places and more time together having fun as you take a boat ride down the Mekong Delta, discover the lakes and waterfalls of Da Lat, go island-hopping and snorkeling in Nha Trang Bay, and learn to cook Vietnamese favorites together in Ho Chi Minh City.

Father and son visiting a Vietnamese pagoda
Family Vietnam Discovery from North to South - 10 Days

Experience Vietnam's cultural and geographical diversity as you and the family travel from north to south. Starting in the capital, Hanoi, be immersed in the landscapes of the dramatic northern region at UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay. Head south to Da Nang and Hoi An, which offer many family-friendly activities, from bamboo boat riding to amusement parks in the hills. End in Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta, a watery wonderland where kids can experience authentic Vietnamese life up close.