3 WEEK TRIP TO VIETNAM – A BEST ITINERARY IN 3 WEEK

The best 3 weeks in Vietnam itinerary 

Here are Ftrip’s suggestions for 3 week trip to Vietnam to help you discover famous places as well as the culture and foods of each region:

Day 1 – 3: Hanoi 

The first thing you should do upon arriving is to learn about the city’s rich history. Visit one of the city’s many museums, such as the Museum of Ethnology, the Hoa Lo Prison, or the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum. You can also peek into the past with a tour through the Temple of Literature – Imperial Academy complex, where Vietnamese royalty once studied. Day trips from the capital are also possible, such as journeys to the Perfume Pagoda, an important Buddhist site set in a dreamy landscape. Samples of local cuisine can be enjoyed at one of Hanoi’s many street food stalls.

Address

• Museum of Ethnology: Nguyen Van Huyen Street, Quan Hoa, Cau Giay, Hanoi
• Hoa Lo Prison: Hoa Lo, Tran Hung Dao, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
• Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum: 8 Hung Vuong, Dien Bien, Ba Dinh, Hanoi
• Temple of Literature: 58 Quoc Tu Giam, Temple of Literature, Dong Da, Hanoi
• Perfume Pagoda: Huong Son, My Duc, Ha Noi

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Van Mieu is one of the must-visit places on 3 week Vietnam itinerary

Day 3 – 6: Sapa 

Sapa is a beautiful and peaceful place, so make sure to spend some time just enjoying your surroundings. The nearby mountains have several hiking trails with varying difficulties to choose from. You can also participate in a trekking tour. Visiting or staying in one of the many minority villages in the area, such as with the Hmong people in Cat Cat, or the Giay in Ta Van is a great way to learn about the local culture and see some traditional handicrafts. As for food, many street stalls sell piping hot grilled meats and vegetables that taste better in the crisp, chill air.

Sapa is a beautiful and peaceful place