Vietnam & Bali Adventure
CreatorNIC Heads M
DateMay 15, 2026
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Day 1
May 22
- Start of trip: Air New Zealand flight NZ5771 from Napier (NPE) to Christchurch (CHC).
- Departs Napier at 6:25 and arrives Christchurch at 8:10.
Day 2
May 23
M Village Living 59 Thảo Điền
- Next flight: Jetstar JQ172 from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (MEL).
- Departs Christchurch at 08:20 and arrives Melbourne at 10:05 local time.
- International flight — plan to be at Christchurch Airport at least 2 hours before departure.
- Connection flight: Jetstar JQ63 from Melbourne (MEL) to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN).
- Typical schedule: departs Melbourne around 15:25 and arrives Ho Chi Minh City around 21:00 local time.
- This gives you a same-day international connection after arriving from Christchurch.
- Lounge note: You have airport lounge access through Revolut — check the Revolut app / lounge program for eligible lounges at Melbourne Terminal 2 during the JQ172 → JQ63 connection.
- With about 5 hours between flights, this is a good place to use lounge access if available.
Day 3
May 24
M Village Living 59 Thảo Điền
- Thảo Điền restaurant shortlist: The Deck Saigon for a relaxed riverside meal, Lubu for Mediterranean/value, and La Villa French Restaurant or CieL Dining for a splurge.
- Casual/stylish options to consider: THE BRIX Eatery & Bar Lounge and TINTO Nikkei Cuisine & Bar.
- Arrival-night tip: because JQ63 lands around 21:00, check kitchen closing times before committing to a sit-down dinner.
- Garden interests: consider Saigon Zoo & Botanical Gardens for a historic botanic-garden feel and Tao Dan Park for an easy central green space.
- Sourcing focus for your NZ business: fashion jewellery, Vietnamese handicrafts, lacquerware, baskets, embroidery, textiles, and gift/homeware.
- Dental consult shortlist: start with Westcoast International Dental Clinic (Thao Dien) because it is in/near Thảo Điền and offers international-style care, implants and gum disease treatment.
- Also check Premier Dental if gum disease/periodontal care is the priority; look for a periodontist/implantologist consultation rather than just a general dental check.
Day 4
May 25
M Village Living 59 Thảo Điền
- Wholesale sourcing: start at An Dong Market for fashion, accessories, textiles, jewellery-style accessories and handicrafts.
- Continue to Binh Tay Market for a more local wholesale market, general goods, handicrafts, lacquerware and bulk-purchase research.
- Business checklist: ask minimum order quantities, export packing, payment terms, lead times, repeat-order contact via WhatsApp/Zalo, and whether invoices/receipts are available for NZ import records.
Day 5
May 26
M Village Living 59 Thảo Điền
- Travel day: leave Ho Chi Minh City for Đà Lạt on 26 May.
- Recommended option: daytime VIP limousine / cabin bus, usually about 6.5–7 hours.
- Budget guide: roughly 350,000–750,000 VND per person depending on operator/seat type; look for a comfortable daytime departure rather than an overnight sleeper.
- Suggested plan: depart in the morning so you arrive in Đà Lạt mid/late afternoon with time to check in.
Day 6
May 27
Khách sạn DaLat Peach Valley
Day 7
May 28
Khách sạn DaLat Peach Valley
- Chosen route to Hội An by train: Đà Lạt → Tuy Hòa → Đà Nẵng → Hội An.
- Why Tuy Hòa: it is an interesting coastal town north of Nha Trang, has its own railway station on the main north–south line, and is easier than detouring to Quy Nhơn/Diêu Trì.
- Travel plan: leave Đà Lạt in the morning by bus/private car to Tuy Hòa, then overnight there if the timing works; otherwise continue to the train station for a northbound train.
- If you have time, see Bãi biển Gành Đá Đĩa for the basalt coastline, or keep it simple with a beach/seafood stop in Tuy Hoa.
- Next leg: Tuy Hòa → Đà Nẵng by Vietnam Railways train, then taxi/shuttle to Hội An.
Day 8
May 29
M Continental Phú Yên
- Arrive in Đà Nẵng by train, then transfer by taxi/shuttle to Hội An.
- Check into Hội An accommodation and keep the day light after the long travel day.
- Good first wander: Hội An Ancient Town in the late afternoon/evening when it cools down.
- Stay in Đà Nẵng on 29 May to position for the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival opening on 30 May.
- Fireworks note: official 2026 schedule appears to start 30 May, not 29 May; best viewing area is around the Hàn River / Han River Port and Tran Hung Dao riverside grandstands.
- Hotel shortlist near Han River Port: M Village Hotel Đà Nẵng Centre is closest from the search; Seahorse Signature and Doha Central Bliss are cheaper walkable options; Meliá Vinpearl Danang Riverfront is the pricier riverfront/view option.
- If staying only 29 May, consider extending to 30 May if you want the actual fireworks night.
- Stay in Đà Nẵng tonight rather than continuing straight to Hội An.
- Position near the Hàn River / Han River Port area so you are close for the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival opening night on 30 May.
- Đà Nẵng backup dental options: Dana Dental - Nha Khoa Đà Nẵng and Nha khoa Đà Nẵng Implant both appear relevant for implants/oral surgery.
- Ask clinics for: implant consultation, CBCT/3D scan availability, periodontal/gum disease assessment, treatment timeline, brands used, written quote, and whether treatment can fit around your Vietnam/Bali dates.
- For any implant plan, avoid rushing surgery unless the surgeon has assessed gum disease stability and healing time.
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Day 9
May 30
HAIAN Riverfront Hotel Da Nang
- Đà Nẵng fireworks night: plan around the Hàn River / Han River Port and Tran Hung Dao riverside viewing areas.
- Arrive early in the evening; traffic and crowds will build before the show.
- Keep dinner flexible and within walking distance of the river if possible.
Day 10
May 31
HAIAN Riverfront Hotel Da Nang
- Extra Đà Nẵng day after fireworks: keep it relaxed.
- Good options: riverside cafés, beach time, or a short trip to the Sơn Trà Peninsula / Lady Buddha if weather is good.
- Prepare for transfer to Hội An the next day.
Day 11
Jun 1
HAIAN Riverfront Hotel Da Nang
- Travel Đà Nẵng → Hội An on 1 June by taxi/private transfer or shuttle; allow about 40–60 minutes.
- Check into Hội An accommodation and keep the first afternoon light.
- Good first wander: Hội An Ancient Town in the late afternoon/evening when it cools down.
- Hội An dental options to check: TGM Dental, Nha khoa Aurora Dental, and An Tâm Smile - Nha khoa thẩm mỹ Hội An.
- For complex implants, oral surgery or advanced gum disease treatment, keep the Đà Nẵng clinics as your stronger backup because they appear to have more specialist implant infrastructure.
- Ask for: implant/oral surgeon availability, CBCT/3D scan, periodontal assessment, written quote, implant brand options, and whether treatment timing fits your remaining Vietnam/Bali travel.
Day 12
Jun 2
The View Homestay Hoi An
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Jun 3
The View Homestay Hoi An
Day 14
Jun 4
The View Homestay Hoi An
Day 15
Jun 5
The View Homestay Hoi An
Day 16
Jun 6
The View Homestay Hoi An
Day 17
Jun 7
Small Little Family
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Day 18
Jun 8
Small Little Family
Day 19
Jun 9
Small Little Family
- Fly from Đà Nẵng (DAD) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) on 9 June.
- Best-value options found: nonstop AirAsia around 11:20 or 12:20, about NZD 369 for 2 adults; Batik Air around 12:50, about NZD 451 for 2 adults.
- Suggested timing: leave An Bang / Hội An about 3 hours before departure to allow the 40–60 minute transfer to Đà Nẵng Airport plus international check-in.
- Lounge note: check Revolut lounge access for Đà Nẵng Airport and/or Kuala Lumpur arrivals/connection needs before travel.
- Confirmed flight: AirAsia AK643 from Đà Nẵng (DAD) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), departing 11:20 on 9 June.
- Suggested pickup from An Bang / Hội An: around 08:00 to allow transfer time and international check-in.
- Check Revolut lounge access for Đà Nẵng Airport before departure.
Day 20
Jun 10
Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur City Centre
- Flight: AirAsia AK368 from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Denpasar/Bali (DPS) on 10 June.
- Typical schedule: departs Kuala Lumpur around 12:50 and arrives Denpasar around 16:00 local time.
- Departures are from Kuala Lumpur International Airport Terminal 2; check AirAsia for final terminal/timing.
- Lounge note: check Revolut lounge access at KUL Terminal 2 before departure.
Day 21
Jun 11
Kampi Hotel Legian - Bali
Day 22
Jun 12
Kampi Hotel Legian - Bali
Day 23
Jun 13
Kampi Hotel Legian - Bali
Day 24
Jun 14
Kampi Hotel Legian - Bali
Day 25
Jun 15
Kampi Hotel Legian - Bali
- Flight home: Jetstar JQ34 from Denpasar/Bali (DPS) to Melbourne (MEL) on 15 June.
- Typical schedule: departs Bali around 21:20 and arrives Melbourne around 04:55 the next morning.
- This is the first leg toward Christchurch; add the Melbourne → Christchurch connection when ready.
- Lounge note: check Revolut lounge access at Denpasar before departure.
Day 26
Jun 16
- Connection flight home: Jetstar JQ171 from Melbourne (MEL) to Christchurch (CHC) on 16 June.
- Typical schedule: departs Melbourne around 11:05 and arrives Christchurch around 16:25 local time.
- Connection note: JQ34 from Bali typically arrives Melbourne around 04:55, giving about 6 hours before JQ171.
- Lounge note: check Revolut lounge access at Melbourne Terminal 2 during the layover.
- Final flight home: Air New Zealand NZ5776 from Christchurch (CHC) to Napier (NPE) on 16 June.
- Confirmed departure: 18:40 / 6:40pm from Christchurch.
- Typical arrival: around 20:15 / 8:15pm in Napier.
- This should connect after JQ171 arrives from Melbourne around 16:25; allow time for international arrival formalities and domestic connection.
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