{"id":2953,"date":"2020-05-21T11:30:08","date_gmt":"2020-05-21T11:30:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tripfuser.com\/blog\/?p=2953"},"modified":"2025-01-04T12:46:59","modified_gmt":"2025-01-04T12:46:59","slug":"vietnam-itinerary-3-weeks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/vietnam-itinerary-3-weeks\/","title":{"rendered":"Vietnam Itinerary 3 Weeks: An Immersive Travel Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With beautiful scenery from top to tail, to see the best of Vietnam, you should take your time. Embrace all that the country has to offer and enjoy what each destination has on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/18-day-history-and-nature-from-north-to-south-1791994894\">Vietnam itinerary of 3 weeks<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the well-trodden destinations such as Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi and Hoi An, there are a bountiful number of places that could show you the diversity of Vietnam. From the dunes of Mui Ne to the limestone karsts of Ninh Binh and Phong Nha; it\u2019s the diversity of the landscapes of Vietnam that will show you what this country is all about &#8211; nature!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When to Go on Your Three Week Trip to Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To begin your trip, you need to decide whether or not you start in the north or south of Vietnam, this can depend on when you choose to visit and what you are looking to get out of your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/vietnam-north-to-south-tour-1791992270\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">three weeks in Vietnam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are looking for warmer temperatures, you could stay in Central and Southern Vietnam, as it is hot for the majority of the year. If you are looking for cooler adventures on your three-week trip to Vietnam, the north has mountains and all the cold temperatures that come with them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter what you are looking for in your three-week Vietnam itinerary, you should look to visit Vietnam at a time when there is not a lot of rain. In the Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to October) months, you\u2019ll have perfect temperatures across the country from dusk till dawn. Vietnam has some of the highest rainfall in Southeast Asia &#8211; if you do not get some rain during your trip, you will be lucky!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hottest time of the year, particularly in Central Vietnam, is between May and August when temperatures can reach as high as 45C (117) and above. However, you can expect the odd electrical storm &#8211; welcome to the tropics!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2955 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/hue-4912504_1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1321\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-1024x705.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-1536x1057.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-1170x805.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-585x402.jpg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1321;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2955 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/hue-4912504_1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-300x206.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-1024x705.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-768x528.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-1536x1057.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-1170x805.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112547\/hue-4912504_1920-585x402.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1509035681059{background-color: #f2f2f2 !important;border-radius: 5px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1509350069266{margin-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;post-cta&#8221;]<\/span><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Don&#8217;t Miss Our Exclusive Offers! Subscribe Today!<\/b><\/h4>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the ultimate travel inspiration, local insight straight from our expert Local Designers and exclusive offers you won&#8217;t find anywhere else from Designer Journeys, sign up today! Don&#8217;t miss out.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[\/vc_column_text][vc_btn title=&#8221;Subscribe&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; color=&#8221;pink&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; link=&#8221;url:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/subscribe&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your Perfect Vietnam Itinerary 3 Weeks<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/22-day-complete-tour-of-vietnam-1792012137\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City itinerary in 3 weeks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> covers all of the essentials while visiting the country, showcasing a taste of the magnificent landscapes of Vietnam.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 1<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/vietnam-north-to-south-tour-1791992270\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam itinerary in three weeks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can either take you from north to south or vice versa. This one starts in Hanoi in Northern Vietnam and goes to Halong Bay before moving to Central Vietnam, where you\u2019ll visit Hoi An Ancient Town and the ancient capital, Hue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to Stay<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first week on your Vietnam three-week itinerary will see you staying on cruises, in city hotels and in quaint countryside guest houses that demonstrate the diversity of the country as much as the landscapes do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam is one of the cheapest countries in the world. You\u2019ll be surprised by what you can get for your money. However, it is worth noting that star ratings are not quite the same. When booking accommodation, chat with one of our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/vietnam\/local-designers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Local Designers in Vietnam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and do a little research before making the big leap.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What You\u2019ll Do<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll be welcomed to Vietnam by arriving in the capital, Hanoi. Your three weeks in Vietnam starts with a little chaos, which will initially overwhelm you. You\u2019ll quickly get to grips with\u00a0 Hanoi as you are shown around some of the most famous buildings in the country.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You cannot leave Hanoi without making the journey out to the New Wonder of the World, Halong Bay just four hours from the city. Boarding a cruise, you\u2019ll spend 24 hours between limestone karsts, exploring caves and hopping between scenic viewpoints, a highlight of your Vietnam itinerary for three weeks.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back in the city, you\u2019ll take a short flight down to Hoi An, via the city of Da Nang. A few days in Hoi An is a stark contrast to the hustle of Hanoi, where motorbikes are swapped for bicycles, and narrow tube houses are substituted for the iconic yellow and blue colonial houses.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hoi An is one of the most iconic spots and a must on a 3-week tour of Vietnam. While here, you will be introduced to the famous Central Vietnamese cuisine with a cooking class on the river.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This part of your Vietnam route in 3 weeks finishes in Hue, the ancient capital of Northern Vietnam. Exploring the ancient citadel, you\u2019ll see the architecture left behind by former dynasties. The ruins of the citadel have a lingering reminder of the American War when the majority of it was destroyed in the Tet Offensive, 1968.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 2\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your trip for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/vietnam-north-to-south-tour-1791992270\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> three weeks in Vietnam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will take you down to the metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City, where you\u2019ll learn a little more about the war in the south and see the sights. You\u2019ll then explore the mighty Mekong before heading out to Mui Ne to kick back and relax.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to Stay<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Ho Chi Minh City, you\u2019ll start at the centre of the action to kick start the second part of your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/18-day-history-and-nature-from-north-to-south-1791994894\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam travel itinerary for three weeks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Staying in District 1 of the city, you\u2019ll be just moments from all the attractions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While in the Mekong, you\u2019ll immerse yourself in river life in a rustic bungalow surrounded by trees and rice paddies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What You\u2019ll Do\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The second leg of your Vietnam itinerary in 3 weeks is action-packed. You\u2019ll visit the fascinating Cu Chi tunnels that are part of a much more extensive network of tunnels where the Viet Cong were hiding during the war.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019ll then jump between the most famous sites of the city before leaving the city for the winding Mekong River. You\u2019ll stop by coconut candy workshops, gaze across rice paddies and learn about life in the Mekong as you cross questionable bridges and spend most of your time on a boat, just as locals do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Mekong is famous for its food and is known to locals as \u201cthe rice bowl of Vietnam\u201d. To finish your time on the river, you\u2019ll visit Cai Rang Floating Market, the most famous of the markets in this region. You can have breakfast while watching the locals come and go on boats. The colours of this market are what makes it so interesting, as are the pop-up floating restaurants!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From the Mekong, you\u2019ll go back to your base, Ho Chi Minh City, for one more night before making your way to the sandy paradise of Mui Ne. On your final night, you may want to dip into Ho Chi Minh City\u2019s nightlife which ranges from quiet street-side beers to booming multi-storey bars.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Week 3<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At this point in your trip, you can change it up to make a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/22-day-vietnam-and-cambodia-itinerary-1791998608\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam and Cambodia 3-week itinerary<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, if you are looking to chill out by a pool or at the beach, this next week is for you as you head out to Mui Ne.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Where to Stay<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a plethora of resorts, hotels, homestays and hostels in Mui Ne, so much so that you cannot see the beach from the road! However, you should not let this deter you.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As accommodation is cheap, you can find yourself a villa in Mui Ne for as little as 15 dollars a night. Equally, there are many five-star resorts for those looking to live <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/7-day-luxury-vietnam-holiday-1791996969\">a life of luxury<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What You\u2019ll Do<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your time in Mui Ne has been created for you to relax and make the most of the sunshine on the final week of your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/22-day-complete-tour-of-vietnam-1792012137\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam three-week itinerary<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Mui Ne has a long stretch of orange sand that faces onto beautiful clear waters. Due to its coastal positioning on the corner of Vietnam, the beach can be very windy, which attracts kitesurfers to its shore. With this in mind, your beach days may be substituted for pool days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you are not sunning yourself by the pool, there are many activities to fill your days.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The most famous attraction, and the reason that Mui Ne is a popular spot for travellers backpacking Vietnam in 3 weeks, is the sand dunes. Just outside of the town, there are both red and white sand dunes.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A tour from the town will take you on the back of a jeep to visit both of them; you can choose to go at sunrise or sunset, either time will be truly spectacular. You\u2019ll visit both sand dunes, where you can hire an ATV or a slightly cheaper sheet of plastic to skid down the sand from the local ladies and kids who will be eagerly waiting for you.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another option for an easy-going activity to add to your Vietnam itinerary for 3 weeks is the Fairy Springs. This long shallow river takes you past fascinating rock formations and small riverside vendors to reach a waterfall. It\u2019s best to visit the Fairy Springs at midday, when not many people are around.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another option for the adrenaline seekers is to learn how to kitesurf; there are many schools set up on the beach, run by locals and expats who have moved to Mui Ne for the waves. You can shop around for the best price according to your requirements.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2957 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/flower-3039583_1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-585x390.jpg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1280;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2957 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/flower-3039583_1920.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112803\/flower-3039583_1920-585x390.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatives for Your 3 Weeks in Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your 3 weeks in Vietnam could be broken up to add on one of the neighbouring countries with borders crossing to Laos, China and Cambodia. Your trip can easily hop across the border to delve into the cultural differences of Vietnam\u2019s neighbours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/22-day-vietnam-and-cambodia-itinerary-1791998608\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Vietnam and Cambodia itinerary in three weeks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could start or finish in Cambodia, where you\u2019ll have the chance to visit Angkor Wat and the capital, Phnom Penh before flying to Ho Chi Minh City. From the city, you\u2019ll journey from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/18-day-vietnam-tour-ho-chi-minh-to-hanoi-1792020497\">south to north<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alternatively, your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.designerjourneys.com\/trip-gallery\/18-day-vietnam-laos-and-cambodia-tour-1792000048\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">three weeks in Cambodia and Vietnam<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could add in Laos. Starting in Hanoi, you\u2019ll visit the impressive giant caves of Phong Nha before hopping across the border to Laos. Then, it\u2019s down to the famous Angkor Wat to finish your Vietnam and Laos itinerary for three weeks with Cambodia.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pixabay.com\/photos\/hanoi-vietnam-lake-park-natural-3609871\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2956 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-585x390.jpg 585w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1920px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1920\/1280;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2956 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-1170x780.jpg 1170w, https:\/\/s3-cdn.designerjourneys.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/21112800\/hanoi-3609871_1920-1-585x390.jpg 585w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/noscript><\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Travel Tips for 3 Weeks in Vietnam<\/span><\/h2>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What to Pack<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b>Clothing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: It is best to pack for every eventuality for your three weeks in Vietnam. In the north, it can be cold and rainy &#8211; much colder than you would expect in Vietnam! Yes, you will be surprised.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bring a light rain jacket, as you might need it in another destination on a Vietnam itinerary from Hanoi, as well as a jumper and comfortable, covered shoes. Further south, shorts and t-shirts will suffice. A light jacket may be required if you are going into the mountains.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Mosquito Spray<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Another essential, no matter where you go in your 3 weeks in Vietnam, is mosquito spray. Whether you are in the mountains, in cities or by the beach, they are everywhere. Peak times for mosquitos are early morning and from sunset into the evening.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While light clothing may deter them, it will not stop them; apply mosquito spray regularly. The most effective sprays are made from citronella oil and lemongrass. It\u2019s important to note that Malaria is low-risk in the coastal region of Vietnam. However, Dengue is prevalent across all cities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Sun Cream<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: While Vietnam has a lot of rain, it also has incredibly high UV rays because of its positioning to the equator. To avoid skin damage, apply sun cream regularly and be conscious of just how much time you are spending in the sun.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Important Tips<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><b>Safety<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Crossing the road may be the scariest thing that you encounter throughout your Vietnam three-week itinerary. However, there is a special method to this madness: stay calm and confident, walk slowly and steadily, and whatever you do, do not run back! The drivers will go around you. This rule applies everywhere in Vietnam.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In popular tourist areas, pick-pocketing is common, particularly in big cities such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City with their crowded tourist areas.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To stay safe:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Split your money into big notes and small notes and keep the big ones in your bag and small ones in your pocket.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not carry your purse out on the street, if you do need to, make sure you are as far into the side of the road as possible.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Try to avoid having your mobile phone out on busy streets and store it in your pocket or the main part of your bag.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To begin planning your 3 weeks in Vietnam, contact one of our Local Designers to begin putting together your dream trip. 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