Planning a trip to Vietnam. I’m wondering if there are many tourists there right now. How should I plan the itinerary, and what are the must-see attractions? I’d appreciate any advice from those who’ve been there. Thanks！

Where did I book my trip？

Before coming to Vietnam this time, I considered traveling on my own, but the online guides left me confused. At the same time, I learned from my previous experience, where I ended up spending a lot of unnecessary money and still didn’t feel at ease! Besides, the attractions in Vietnam are so spread out, and dealing with transportation and planning the routes is quite a hassle. There’s also the issue of hotel bookings, attraction tickets, and so many other things. A colleague recommended the travel agency they used last time they went to Vietnam (Tan Trinh Travel )，so I contacted them to design my travel plan. This time for my trip to Vietnam, they handled everything：meals, accommodation, transportation, tickets, and round-trip transfers—saving me both time and money. I highly recommend this agency to anyone planning a trip to Vietnam and needing help with itinerary planning. ↓↓ Here’s the contact information for Tan Trinh Travel : Tan Trinh Travel: line https://line.me/ti/p/D5XKzwvKp 一长按号码复制添加line) or Click here to view the WeChat ID

【Tip】It’s recommended to exchange for Vietnamese dong in advance at the exchange points recommended by the guide. Preparing some cash in advance will be more convenient

Self-guided Tour vs Group Self-guided Tour

Self-guided Tour: If you travel on your own, a 5-night stay at a 4-star hotel costs around $246 USD. Tickets are about $68 USD per person, transportation to attractions is around $27 USD per person, and meals cost approximately $27 USD per day. In total, the expenses would exceed $547 USD, which represents the lower end of the cost spectrum. However, the risk of being scammed is high when traveling alone, and it’s common to be overcharged by anywhere from a few dozen to a few hundred dollars.
Group Self-guided Tour: The 5-day, 4-night itinerary in Da Nang, organized by Tan Trinh Travel, cost just a little over $273 USD per person. This price included all hotel accommodations, attraction tickets, tour guide services, airport transfers, travel insurance, meals, and transportation during the trip. No additional expenses were required! That's why I recommend choosing a group tour like I did. This type of travel is truly hassle-free, saving both money and stress while offering a fun and relaxing experience.

The climate in Da Nang is quite pleasant and similar to that of China, so you can bring both swimwear and warm clothes.

Decided to go to Da Nang City

Considering that my family and I only had six days, after discussing it with Tan Trinh Travel, we finally settled on a 5-day, 4-night itinerary covering Ba Na Hills, Son Tra Peninsula, Hoi An, Hai Van Pass, and the Bay Mau coconut forest. Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang will be saved for next time. This time, we chose a group travel option, which is a mix between a guided tour and a self-guided trip. It’s more comfortable and relaxing than a traditional group tour, yet more convenient and worry-free than traveling alone. The best part is that it saves money! The itinerary was well-planned. Initially, we estimated the expenses to be over $547 USD, but thanks to Tan Trinh Travel’s arrangements, the actual cost for 5 days and 4 nights, including meals, accommodations, and transportation, was only about $246 USD per person — a 60% saving! This price also covered airport transfers, VIP tickets, 5-star hotel accommodations, specialty meals, and more. We didn’t have to spend much out of pocket — it was incredibly cost-effective! Best of all, the quality was exceptional, with no forced shopping and an overall excellent experience.
We booked our trip one week in advance. The staff at Tan Trinh Travel were very kind, thoughtful, and meticulous in their arrangements, taking everyone’s preferences into consideration. Later, we found out that if we had contacted them earlier, they could have secured even better deals for us.

【Tips】For the My Khe Beach boat tour, it’s best to choose the morning time slot, as the lighting is perfect for photos

My travel itinerary

DAY-1：Flights from various locations arrive in Da Nang – Airport pickup to the hotel – Sign the travel contract – Rest or enjoy free time
DAY-2：Take the world's longest cable car → Ba Na Hills theme park → Visit the world-famous Golden Bridge with giant stone hands → Explore the Sky Garden and French-style castle → Alpine Coaster → Discover the ancient town of Hoi An, a UNESCO World Heritage site (includes a lotus lantern for a wish-making experience)
DAY-3：Pink Church → Son Tra Peninsula – Visit the largest Guanyin statue in Southeast Asia → "Hundred-Mile Gallery" coastal road over Hai Van Pass → Lang Co Bay → Dragon Bridge and Love Pier.
DAY-4：One of the world’s six most beautiful beaches一《My Khe Beach》→【Experience【Experience a basket boat ride through the water coconut forest on Bay Mau Coconut Forest + Basket boat performances + Listen to Vietnamese folk songs + Crab and fish fishing + Vietnamese-style seafood hotpot and cuisine + Grand cultural dance show
DAY-5：Son Tra Peninsula → Complimentary tasting of the famous baguette during lunch → Airport transfer (recommended to book a flight departing after 1:30 PM)
I signed up for this special deal during their promotion, which is why it was so affordable. The original price was over $383 USD per person, but with the promotional discount, it was only $257 USD per person. Despite the discounted price, the service quality was not compromised — everything was handled professionally and in full accordance with the contract. They are currently running a promotion, and if you're among the first 10 people to sign up today, you can enjoy the discounted rate, with the company subsidy included. After applying the subsidy, the 5-day, 4-night itinerary covering Ba Na Hills, Son Tra Peninsula, Hoi An, Hai Van Pass, and the Bay Mau Coconut Forest costs only $246 USD per person.

What delicious foods can you find in Da Nang and Hoi An?

1. Quang Nam noodles
Food is deeply intertwined with the lives of Da Nang residents. A fragrant bowl of Quang noodles brings together the sweetness of the meat, the freshness of the vegetables, the crispiness of the rice paper, and the rich flavor of peanuts, creating a simple yet delicious dish.
2. Fish noodle soup
Fresh fish is brought home by locals, then sliced into thin pieces, seasoned with ground spices, and thoroughly mixed to give the fish a chewy texture before being made into fish cakes. Each delicious fish cake is free of any fishy smell and serves as the soul of Da Nang's fish noodle soup.
3.Cao Lau noodles
This is a delicious Da Nang dish, crafted with great care to create chewy yet tender noodles, paired with firm pork, crispy cracklings, and a rich broth, making it a soul-satisfying specialty of Central Vietnamese cuisine. Although Cao Lau is a signature dish of Hoi An, many restaurants in Da Nang that follow the authentic recipe have gained popularity and enthusiastic support from visitors.
4. Vietnamese pancake
Da Nang pancakes are primarily filled with fresh seafood, such as shrimp, squid, and fish. The dipping sauce is made with premium fish sauce, enhanced with pork liver and ground roasted peanuts, giving it a rich and thick texture. Out of their love for this dish, the people of Da Nang have added a unique twist to this seemingly familiar food, leaving visitors with an unforgettable culinary experience.
5. Pork rice paper rolls
When you visit Da Nang, you’ll get to enjoy this dish made with tender pork, a perfect mix of lean and fatty meat, cooked until done and then sliced thinly. The rolls are made by wrapping fresh vegetables and slices of fruit in special rice paper and dipping them in a flavorful fish sauce that carries the distinct taste of Central Vietnam.