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Best Vietnam Trip: 3-Week Itinerary for 2027

Plan your perfect Vietnam trip with this 3-week itinerary! Explore Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hoi An, Phu Quoc and more with Metta Voyage for an unforgettable 2027 adventure.

16 October 2023 · 15 min read · By Metta Voyage

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Three weeks lets you see Vietnam from Hanoi and Halong Bay to Hoi An, Phu Quoc and Ho Chi Minh City at an easy pace, or add Cambodia and Thailand. Our 21-day Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand tour starts from US$2,940 per person, the 18-day Vietnam Nature and Culture tour from US$2,520, and the 30-day version from US$4,200; prices are confirmed in your tailor-made quote.

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Prices at a glance (updated November 2026)

Three weeks in Vietnam lets you add Sapa or Ha Giang, Ninh Binh and a beach to the classic route, or combine Vietnam with Cambodia and Laos. A private 21-day trip starts from US$2,940 per person for two travellers at Comfort 4★.

From-prices per person for 21 days, private tour, sharing a room
Hotel level2 guests4 guests (−5%)6 guests (−8%)
Comfort 4★
4★ hotels
US$2,940US$2,793US$2,709
Superior
upper 4★ / boutique
US$3,780US$3,591US$3,486
Deluxe
5★ and top boutique
US$5,250US$4,998US$4,830
Luxury
leading 5★ and suites
US$7,350US$6,993US$6,762

Long Vietnam itineraries compared

TourLengthCountriesFrom, per person
Mixing Vietnam Nature & Culture Tour18 daysVietnamUS$2,520
Vietnam Culture Tour With Family17 daysVietnam (family)US$1,775
21-Day Vacation in Vietnam Cambodia Thailand21 daysVietnam, Cambodia, ThailandUS$2,940
Mixing Vietnam Nature Culture Tour In 30 Days30 daysVietnamUS$4,200

Source: Metta Voyage tour pages, per person “from” prices, checked 29 Oct 2026; your exact price is confirmed in your tailor-made quote.

Vietnam is a beautiful country with countless mysteries waiting for visitors to explore. A Vietnam trip spanning 3 weeks is the perfect way to immerse yourself in the cultural identity and cuisine across its three regions. At Metta Voyage, we aim to provide unforgettable experiences, satisfying even the most discerning traveler. Discover our carefully crafted Vietnam travel itinerary below
Why you should choose Vietnam trip?
  • A beautiful destination
  • Vietnamese cuisine is among the best in the world
  • Is a sunny country with beautiful beaches
  • The old quarters are extremely beautiful and a must-see
  • Many historical sites, beautiful landscapes
  • Vietnamese people are amicable and hospitable
 

What’s new for 2027

  • Since 1 July 2025 Vietnam has merged many provinces (63 → 34): Hoi An is now part of Da Nang city, Phu Quoc is a special zone of the enlarged An Giang province, and Hue has been a centrally-run city since 1 January 2025. Place names on maps may differ from older guides.
  • Entry: citizens of a number of European and Asian countries can visit visa-free for up to 45 days; most other travellers apply for an e-visa valid for up to 90 days. Check the rules for your nationality on the official portal evisa.gov.vn (beware look-alike sites).

I. Vietnam Itinerary 3 Weeks Tour

1. Day 1-2: Hanoi Arrival

1.1. About Hanoi City

Your Vietnam trip begins in Hanoi, a city with thousands of years of civilization and a vital cultural hub. Known for its historic architecture, cultural relics, and traditional dishes, Hanoi blends ancient elegance with modern vibrancy, captivating both domestic and international visitors.

Hanoi Old Quarter retains its 19th-century charm with old houses and bustling streets. Take a cyclo ride to uncover hidden corners and soak in the city’s timeless atmosphere

1.1. About Hanoi City

1.2. Some activities you should do in Hanoi

  • Start a food tour around Hanoi Old Quarter
  • Visit a few night markets in Hanoi
  • Walking around Hoan Kiem Lake
  • Visit Ho Chi Minh Museum
  • Join the activities at Walking Street (if coming on Friday, Saturday, Sunday)
  • Visit Tran Quoc Pagoda, One Pillar Pagoda
Hanoi, Vietnam's Capital, in 15 Seconds
  • Take a cooking class
  • Experience riding a cyclo to visit the streets
  • Eat Hanoi street food
  • Take a tour of West Lake
  • Visit famous places in Hanoi such as Temple of Literature, the Imperial Citadel of Thang Long, the Cathedral, Hoa Lo Prison,…
1.2. Some activities you should do in Hanoi

1.3. Where to stay in Hanoi

Located just a few steps from the Hanoi Opera House, Capella Hanoi, one of the most acclaimed luxury hotels in Asia, deserves to be an elegant artistic highlight in the heart of the vibrant capital, a luxury rendezvous for guests. Travelers on a journey to discover the thousand-year-old capital of Hanoi. Capella Hanoi Located on historic Hang Trong Street, with a view embracing the ancient Sword Lake, Apricot Hotel is the ideal address for visitors to discover the quintessence of Vietnamese culture and art. Apricot Hotel Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi, a hotel that preserves the old French charm of a time in harmony with the neoclassical style, creates a luxurious, magnificent but equally elegant and charming beauty in the middle of a modern and ancient city. this. This place is the ideal stopover for leisure and business guests in Hanoi. Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi

2. Day 3-5: Experience Halong Bay two night cruise

2.1. About Halong City

Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a must-see on your Vietnam trip, with its diverse topography of islands, hills, and coastal areas. It’s one of Vietnam’s oldest geological regions, offering stunning seascapes.
Tourists visiting Ha Long Bay currently have 8 tourist routes according to regulations, including 6 accommodation and overnight service points on the bay: Bo Nau – Sung Sot; Luon Cave; Dau Suoi Creek, Cong Do and Ba Ham Lake. Some attractive service points for tourists are organized such as wine parties at Hang Trong; swimming, climbing mountains, sightseeing in Ti Top; ecotourism in Soi Sim; cultural tourism in Cua Van, Tien Ong cave, Me Cung cave; Kayaking, rowing in Luon cave,…
Halong Bay, Vietnam in 15 Seconds

2.2. Cruise activities

  • Morning Tai Chi class
  • Sunbathing on the terrace
  • Traditional cooking class
  • Night squid fishing
  • Explore caves: Sung Sot cave, Mua cave, Trong cave, Dau Go cave, Thien Cung cave,…
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  • Massages
  • Kayaking or bamboo-boat ride
  • Swimming
  • Music entertainment program in the evening
  • Cycling
cruise tours 2

2.3. Some cruises you should choose

Heritage Cruises Binh Chuan: A 5-star yacht with a pool, fitness center, and spacious rooms, offering buffet breakfast and evening entertainment.
Heritage Cruises Binh Chuan
Le Theater Cruises: Modern cabins on Lan Ha Bay with sun loungers, a bar, and free WiFi, perfect for relaxation.
  Le Theater Cruises
Indochine Cruises: Features family rooms, a fitness center, and room service, with American or buffet breakfast included.
Indochine Cruises

2.4. What to bring

  • Swimsuits
  • Sunscreen
  • Clothing for hiking
  • Shoes suitable for cave exploration
  • Snacks if you get hungry easily
  • Towel

3. Day 6-7: Visit Tam Coc

3.1. About Tam Coc

Tam Coc, often called “Halong Bay on land,” is a scenic gem in Ninh Binh. This Vietnam trip stop includes Tam Coc and Bich Dong, featuring limestone caves and mountains along the Ngo Dong River, plus historical sites tied to the Tran dynasty.
Tam Coc literally means “three caves”, including Ca cave, Hai cave and Ba cave. All three caves are formed by the Ngo Dong River crashing through the mountain. So when coming to Tam Coc, visitors will take a boat from the central wharf and through the rice fields straight to the wings of the stork.
Ninh Binh, Vietnam in 15 Seconds
 

3.2. Where to visit in Tam Coc

3.3. Where to stay in Tam Coc

Tam Coc Garden Resort is nestled amidst the poetic nature of rice fields and majestic mountains in the land of Hoa Lu. All faithfully reproduce the life in the countryside in the North of Vietnam. This is the same place to help visitors leave the city to find a peaceful place for a quiet soul.   Tam Coc Garden Resort Emeralda Ninh Binh is a combination of ideal values, comfort and convenience as a family setting along with a range of amenities designed for travelers, offering spacious villa-style rooms. widely with free Internet. It is a 30-minute drive from Tam Coc-Bich Dong cave.   Emeralda Ninh Binh

4. Day 8+9: Hue Tour

4.1. About Hue

Hue is a destination that not only attracts tourists by its cultural, historical, and ancient beauties but also captivates people with the friendliness of Hue people, the gentleness and sweetness of Hue people. Hue girls make everyone fall in love or sudden rains in October create feelings of serenity, serenity and romance. These beauties make visitors unable to stop and miss when they leave Hue.

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4.2. Some activities you should do in Hue

  • Cruise down the Perfume River
  • Visit the abandoned water park
  • Visit Thanh Toan village
  • Visit Thien Mu Pagoda
  • Take a paper flower making class
  • Find and buy some souvenirs
  • Discover Hue street food
Some activities you should do in Hue  

4.3. Where to stay in Hue

Ancient Hue Garden Houses, is one of the most beautiful resorts in Hue, right from the first steps through the deep brown wooden gate, Ancient Hue Garden Houses easily makes you overwhelmed by its luxurious and quiet space. and glossy green. 4.3. Where to stay in Hue Azerai La Residence Hue is a classy and charming resort located on the legendary Perfume River with sweeping views of Hue Citadel. Azerai La Residence Hue Laguna Park Homes Lang Co, the first and largest integrated beachfront resort in Vietnam. Laguna Park Homes Lang Co

5. Day 10–12: Explore Hoi An

5.1. About Hoi An

Hoi An Ancient Town is an ancient town located downstream of the Thu Bon River, in the coastal plain of the former Quang Nam province (part of Da Nang city since July 2025), about 30 km south of central Da Nang. This is a hightlight of any Vietnam trip. As a unique type of traditional Southeast Asian port town in Vietnam, rare in the world, Hoi An has kept almost intact more than a thousand architectural monuments such as streets, houses, assembly halls, communal houses and pagodas. , shrines, ethnic churches, ancient wells, ancient tombs… Coming here, tourists from Hanoi to Da Nang will have the opportunity to admire the architecture that has both traditional artistic nuances of Vietnam and shows the social exchange. cultural integration with Eastern and Western countries. About Hoi An

5.2. Some activities you should do in Hoi An

  • Watch the Lantern Festival in Hoi An
  • Visit the assembly halls, ancient houses: Quynh Phu Assembly Hall, Trieu Chau Assembly Hall, Phuc Kien Assembly Hall, Duong Thuong Assembly Hall, Quang Trieu Assembly Hall,…
  • Watch a traditional art performance
  • Join the Lantern Festival
Some activities you should do in Hoi An
  • Playing folk games
  • Walk around the old town, take pictures with lanterns
  • Discover the warm food of Hoi An ancient town
  • Discover Cham Island
  • Explore Tra Que vegetable village
Some activities you should do in Hoi An 2

5.3. Where to stay 

Hoiana Hotel & Suites owns a special location in Quang Nam province – the famous cultural center of Vietnam. Rooms are designed to provide maximum comfort and convenience for short or long-term stays to Hoi An. All have spacious interior spaces and spacious balconies. Hoiana Hotel & Suites Four Seasons The Nam Hai, a 5-star resort, is located on a 35-hectare site along the beautiful Ha My beach. More than 30 minutes from Da Nang, and 15 minutes by car from Hoi An ancient town. But when coming to the resort, you will feel like coming to a small oasis, separate from the noise and bustle outside. Four Seasons The Nam Hai, Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa, the resort is extremely close to tourist attractions that attract a large number of tourists such as Tra Que Village, or Tra Que Water Wheel, a rustic, simple, rural place and you will enjoy the aromatic aftertaste of vegetables and watch the people of the vegetable village do tourism.   Victoria Hoi An Beach Resort & Spa

6. Day 13: Visit Ba Na Hills

6.1. About Ba Na Hills

Ba Na Hills, perched atop Chua Mountain, is a “fairyland” on your Vietnam trip. At 1,487m above sea level, it features stunning landscapes, European-style architecture, and thrilling entertainment.
 
Ba Na Hills & the Golden Bridge, Da Nang
Some activities you should do in Ba Na Hills
  • Sightseeing from Ba Na Hill cable car
  • Experience riding a mountain train
  • Debay wine cellar tour
  • Experience activities at Fantasy Park
  • Take a photo to check in at Le Jardin D’amour garden
  • Visit the French village, a miniature European neighborhood
  • Visit Linh Ung Pagoda
  • Take a photo at the Golden Bridge
  • Visit Ba Chua Thuong Ngan Temple
About Ba Na Hills

6.2. Where to stay 

Mercure Danang French Village Ba Na Hills is located on the top of Ba Na mountain, a famous entertainment complex in Vietnam known around the world for the Golden Bridge. Suitable is the ideal resort for all travelers.   Mercure Danang French Village Ba Na Hill

7. Day 14: Explore Da Nang

7.1. About Da Nang

Da Nang, a coastal gem on your Vietnam trip, enjoys a mild climate with beautiful beaches and white sand. Its mix of rainy (August–December) and dry (January–July) seasons makes it a year-round destination.

7.2. Some activities you should do in Da Nang

  • See the early morning sunrise at My Khe beach
  • Enjoy special dishes in Da Nang
  • Visit Dragon Bridge
  • Visit famous spots such as Ngu Hang Son Mountain, Hai Van Pass, Heaven’s Well, My Son Temple, Bay Mau Coconut Forest
7.2. Some activities you should do in Da Nang
  • Go to the beach
  • Experience going to the night market in Da Nang
7.2. Some activities you should do in Da Nang 2

7.3. Where to stay 

Pullman Hotels & Resorts sets a new pace in global travel and living, providing guests with an inspiring, energizing and enriching experience. Pullman greets guests with the space they need to focus, work and play. Pullman Hotels & Resorts InterContinental Danang is located on Son Tra Peninsula. This is one of Vietnam’s most celebrated luxury resorts and is surrounded by beautiful scenery with panoramic views of the East Sea, where it was also an important US military base during the Vietnam War. InterContinental Danang Or come to TIA Wellness Resort, you will find that the resort experience is not only a short moment of hiding away from everyday problems but accompanying each vacation are intensive care programs to support tourists. clients step out of their daily routines and tap into their inner potential.
Living room of a one-bedroom pool villa at TIA Wellness Resort
Living room of a one-bedroom pool villa at TIA Wellness Resort. Photo: TIA Wellness Resort.

8. Day 15-17: Phu Quoc Tour

8.1. About Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc, an island paradise, is a must on your Vietnam trip. With beaches, 99 hills, and lush forests, it’s ideal for sea adventures like yachting, fishing, and coral diving.

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8.2. Some activities you should do in Phu Quoc

  • Discover the “city that never sleeps” – Grand World Phu Quoc
  • Cruise ship
  • Experience walking under the sea at Namaste Coral Park
8.2. Some activities you should do in Phu Quoc
  • Take a tour of 4 islands Hon May Rut, Hon Mong Tay, Hon Gam Ghi and Hon Thom
  • Drink sim wine
  • Enjoy special dishes in Phu Quoc
  • Explore the pearl farm

8.3. Where to stay 

Novotel Resort Phu Quoc is a 5-star resort located on Truong beach – one of the most beautiful beaches on Phu Quoc island. From the resort, it only takes you 10 minutes to go to the airport and 25 minutes to go to Indochina town.    Novotel Resort Phu Quoc Lahana Phu Quoc Resort crouched on a small hill, located right in the Town Center with a design in favor of green space, not too fussy, stylish, Lahana chose for herself the most gentle style. Lahana Phu Quoc Resort Movenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc is the first international 5-star resort on Ong Lang beach, proud to be the perfect vacation destination for you and your family, with your loved one or close friends looking for an oasis. to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. Movenpick Resort Waverly Phu Quoc

9. Day 18-20: Ho Chi Minh City Tour

9.1. About Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City, the vibrant heart of your Vietnam trip, pulses with energy. Skyscrapers tower over French colonial buildings, while motorbikes zip through lively streets. Locals unwind with iced coffee or cocktails, illuminating Saigon’s nightlife.
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) in 15 Seconds
 

9.2. Some activities you should do in Ho Chi Minh City

  • Go to Ben Thanh Market in the morning
  • Watch a water puppet show and have dinner on the cruise
  • Visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Explore the Mekong Delta
  • Enjoy draft beer on Bui Vien street
  • Visit famous landmarks such as Ho Chi Minh Museum, Suoi Tien Tourist Area, Notre Dame Cathedral, Independence Palace, Vietnam History Museum
  • Enjoy traditional food in Ho Chi Minh City
  • Take a cooking class
9.2. Some activities you should do in Ho Chi Minh City

9.3. Where to stay 

La Vela Saigon Hotel is a leading luxury 5-star hotel in the heart of Saigon, located right in the heart of modern and vibrant Ho Chi Minh City, the hotel is a great place to stay for those who love to enjoy the hustle and bustle of life in Saigon city. The hotel has spacious suites, city views and full amenities such as a professional spa.  
La Vela Saigon Hotel
Khách Sạn La Vela Saigon Hotel 5 Sao
Nikko Saigon Hotel is located near District 1 – the city center, only 20 minutes drive from Tan Son Nhat airport and 10 minutes from the city center, very convenient to visit many famous tourist attractions, museums. and cultural center. Nikko Saigon Hotel

10. Day 21: Ho Chi Minh City Departure

Spend your final day on this Vietnam trip at leisure in Ho Chi Minh City before heading to the airport. Thank you for choosing Metta Voyage for your journey.

Things to bring when traveling to Vietnam

  • Documents required: passport valid for at least 6 months, plus your e-visa if your nationality needs one (check the rules on the official portal https://evisa.gov.vn)
  • Clothes/ Personal toiletries
  • Cash/ credit card
  • Personal belongings

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What should I add with three weeks in Vietnam?

Sapa or Ha Giang in the north, Phong Nha caves in the centre, and the Mekong Delta or Phu Quoc in the south; or a week in Cambodia and Laos.

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