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Hanoi 5-day itinerary — Budget

Vietnam · 2 travelers · 4 nights · fixed USD estimates

Estimated total for two: $213(excluding flights) · about $43/day

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Here is a ready-made 5-day budget plan for Hanoi for two: a day-by-day programme balancing headline sights, old-town markets and recovery time, with per-day cost estimates built from fixed local average prices — one hotel room for 4 nights, food and activities for two, and group transport.

DayPlanEstimated cost
1
Arriving and settling into Hanoi
  • Arrive in Hanoi and check in
  • Quick orientation: nearest transit stop, a supermarket, and a currency exchange
  • Catch the evening view from a famous corniche or square in Hanoi
$32calculate in the tool
2
Exploring modern Hanoi
  • Tour the modern district, towers and big malls of Hanoi
  • Lunch at a local food hall, then a modern sight (design museum or water park)
  • Evening activity: a short boat ride or a night lights tour
$52calculate in the tool
3
Old town and bazaars of Hanoi
  • Morning wander through the old quarter lanes of Hanoi
  • Browse the main traditional bazaar and the historic square, mosque or church
  • Street-food tasting: a famous local dish and a traditional drink
$52calculate in the tool
4
A day out around Hanoi
  • Rent a car or join a one-day organised tour from Hanoi
  • Two main stops: a natural landmark, then a nearby village or island for lunch
  • A final sunset stop on the way back to Hanoi
$52calculate in the tool
5
Shopping and departure
  • Check out and store luggage at the hotel
  • Final shopping window: souvenirs and gifts from Hanoi
  • Head to the airport at least four hours before the flight
$25calculate in the tool
Estimated trip total (excluding flights)
$213
Per person: $107 · Couple: $213
≈ 213 $ (USD) · approximate FX

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FAQ

How much does a 5-day trip to Hanoi cost?

A 5-day budget trip for two is estimated at about $213 USD (hotel, food, transport and activities, excluding flights), i.e. roughly $107 per person.

What is the daily cost in Hanoi?

The average day for two runs about $43; arrival and departure days cost less than full sightseeing days.

When is the best time to visit Hanoi?

Hanoi is at its best October to December and March to April; summers are hot and rainy, and the relatively cool damp winter is cheaper.