{"id":5376,"date":"2020-08-07T16:28:29","date_gmt":"2020-08-07T16:28:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/itinerario-15-dias\/"},"modified":"2026-07-15T19:54:52","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T19:54:52","slug":"vietnam-itinerary-15-days","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/","title":{"rendered":"Vietnam itinerary: 15 days, classic and backpacker routes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re planning a trip to Vietnam and have only two weeks to explore this incredible country, you&#8217;re in the right place. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this <strong>15-day Vietnam itinerary we give you the keys to plan your trip and optimize your time<\/strong> the smart way \u2014 seeing as much as possible without rushing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The good news<\/strong> about a 15-day Vietnam route is that it lets you cover many of the country&#8217;s main highlights. <strong>The bad news<\/strong> is that this country is so vast and so packed with attractions that, we guarantee, the moment you finish you&#8217;ll be itching to come back for everything you had to leave out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">In this post<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a5837b452a4b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #233619;color:#233619\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" 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class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#15-day_vietnam_itinerary_for_backpackers\" >15-day Vietnam itinerary for backpackers<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#map_of_the_budget_15-day_vietnam_itinerary\" >Map of the budget 15-day Vietnam itinerary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_1_arrival_in_hanoi_%e2%80%94_ease_into_vietnams_capital\" >Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi \u2014 ease into Vietnam&#8217;s capital<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_2_day_trip_to_ha_long_bay\" >Day 2: Day trip to Ha Long Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_3_discovering_hanoi_vietnams_capital\" >Day 3: Discovering Hanoi, Vietnam&#8217;s capital<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_4_to_7_ha_giang_motorbike_loop\" >Days 4 to 7: Ha Giang motorbike loop<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_8_and_9_ninh_binh_%e2%80%94_tam_coc_and_trang_an\" >Days 8 and 9: Ninh Binh \u2014 Tam Coc and Trang An<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_10_hue_exploring_vietnams_old_imperial_capital\" >Day 10: Hue, exploring Vietnam&#8217;s old imperial capital<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_11_hai_van_pass_%e2%80%94_hue_to_hoi_an_by_motorbike\" >Day 11: Hai Van Pass \u2014 Hue to Hoi An by motorbike<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_12_da_nang_vietnams_central_coast\" >Day 12: Da Nang, Vietnam&#8217;s central coast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_13_and_14_hoi_an_and_its_lanterns\" >Days 13 and 14: Hoi An and its lanterns<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_15_back_to_hanoi_and_home\" >Day 15: Back to Hanoi and home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#%e2%80%9coff_the_beaten_path%e2%80%9d_alternative\" >&#8220;Off the beaten path&#8221; alternative<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#classic_two-week_vietnam_itinerary\" >Classic two-week Vietnam itinerary&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#map_of_the_15-day_vietnam_itinerary_%e2%80%94_classic_version\" >Map of the 15-day Vietnam itinerary \u2014 classic version<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_1_and_2_hanoi_welcome_to_the_vietnamese_madness\" >Days 1 and 2: Hanoi, welcome to the Vietnamese madness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_3_day_trip_to_ninh_binh\" >Day 3: Day trip to Ninh Binh<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_4_and_5_two-day_cruise_around_ha_long_bay\" >Days 4 and 5: Two-day cruise around Ha Long Bay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_6_and_7_sapa_among_rice_terraces_and_mountains\" >Days 6 and 7: Sapa, among rice terraces and mountains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_8_9_10_and_11_central_vietnam_%e2%80%94_hue_da_nang_and_hoi_an\" >Days 8, 9, 10 and 11: Central Vietnam \u2014 Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#days_12_13_and_14_ho_chi_minh_city_the_cu_chi_tunnels_and_the_mekong_delta\" >Days 12, 13 and 14: Ho Chi Minh City, the Cu Chi tunnels and the Mekong Delta<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#day_15_heading_home\" >Day 15: Heading home<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#budget_for_a_15-day_trip_to_vietnam\" >Budget for a 15-day trip to Vietnam<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#%f0%9f%8e%92_backpacker_budget_for_vietnam_15_days\" >\ud83c\udf92\n        Backpacker budget for Vietnam: 15 days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-26\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#%f0%9f%8f%a8_classic_budget_for_vietnam_15_days\" >\ud83c\udfe8\n        Classic budget for Vietnam: 15 days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-27\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#flights_to_vietnam_for_the_15-day_itinerary\" >Flights to Vietnam for the 15-day itinerary<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-28\" href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#frequently_asked_questions_about_15_days_in_vietnam\" >Frequently asked questions about 15 days in Vietnam<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"vietnam_in_15_days_adventurous_or_classic\"><\/span>Vietnam in 15 days: adventurous or classic?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article we present <strong>two recommended routes for traveling Vietnam in 15 days:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A two-week route ideal for more adventurous or backpacker-style travelers<\/strong> \u2014 perfect if you enjoy diving into nature, exploring lesser-known places and trying exciting activities, on a tighter budget.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A 15-day itinerary for more &#8220;classic&#8221; travelers<\/strong>, with a calmer travel experience built around the main tourist attractions. Perfect for the average traveler (families, couples, friends), with a more comfortable budget.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> All days are counted as full days at destination \u2014 the itinerary doesn&#8217;t include the outbound flight (where you normally lose a day to the time difference) or the return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Depending on the kind of traveler you are, pick the one that best matches your travel style and what you&#8217;re looking for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"15-day_vietnam_itinerary_for_backpackers\"><\/span>15-day Vietnam itinerary for backpackers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This two-week Vietnam itinerary is designed for <strong>travelers with a more adventurous spirit<\/strong> \u2014 those who want to see the country&#8217;s main highlights but also go beyond the typical tourist stops, diving deeper into the experiences and spending their time connecting with nature and discovering less-traveled corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"map_of_the_budget_15-day_vietnam_itinerary\"><\/span>Map of the budget 15-day Vietnam itinerary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s the summary map of the backpacker version of the itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/2\/embed?mid=14co0QjUNDHMNNya87UYRHqzFyhWYeXk&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_1_arrival_in_hanoi_%e2%80%94_ease_into_vietnams_capital\"><\/span>Day 1: Arrival in Hanoi \u2014 ease into Vietnam&#8217;s capital<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ideal starting point is Vietnam&#8217;s bustling capital, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hanoi\/\">Hanoi<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the first day, after the long flight, the best plan is to <strong>take it easy and let yourself adjust to the country.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can take <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/como-ir-del-aeropuerto-al-centro-de-hanoi\/\">bus No. 86<\/a> to the historic center \u2014 that link covers all the different ways to get from the airport to the city center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you&#8217;ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend heading to <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/where-to-exchange-money-in-vietnam\/\">exchange money at Hanoi&#8217;s jewelry street<\/a> and taking a stroll around the Old Quarter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sit down at any of Hanoi&#8217;s hundreds of <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/hanoi\/mejores-cafeterias-hanoi\/\">caf\u00e9s<\/a> to watch Vietnamese life flow by, and don&#8217;t forget to try <strong>the famous egg coffee \u2014 or our favorite, coconut coffee.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re a beer lover, drop by any of the dozens of <strong>Bia Hoi<\/strong> (local beer joints) around the city and try the light beer brewed locally in Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re not too tired, take <strong>a sunset walk around Hoan Kiem Lake<\/strong> \u2014 or, if you happen to arrive on a weekend, visit the night market before turning in to rest up for the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cafe-de-huevo-hanoi-1-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"cafe vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2404\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cafe-de-huevo-hanoi-1-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cafe-de-huevo-hanoi-1-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cafe-de-huevo-hanoi-1-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/cafe-de-huevo-hanoi-1.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Egg coffee in Hanoi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Hanoi? Recommended budget accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some of our favorite budget places to stay in Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Hanoi<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 340,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Old Quarter View Hanoi Hostel<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Hostel in the Old Quarter, the most-reviewed budget stay in Hanoi. Excellent location for getting around on foot.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.3<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">2,800 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/old-quarter-view-hanoi-hostel.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;room1=A%2CA&#038;label=HANOI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 270,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Rebel Rooster Hostel<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Sociable hostel right in the Old Quarter, highly rated for cleanliness and friendly staff.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.3<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">92 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/rebel-rooster-hostel.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;room1=A%2CA&#038;label=HANOI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_2_day_trip_to_ha_long_bay\"><\/span>Day 2: Day trip to Ha Long Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There&#8217;s no better way to start day two of your 15-day Vietnam itinerary than with a visit to <strong>one of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in all of Southeast Asia: Ha Long Bay.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can book your excursion the day before at any agency in Hanoi, or if you prefer to book online, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hanoi-l205\/hanoi-crucero-de-2-dias-por-las-bahias-de-ha-long-y-lan-ha-con-balcon-t205941\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this is our favorite tour.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Almost all excursions include the transfer from the capital to the port and back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have time and want to study every option in detail, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/halong-bay\/\">here&#8217;s a complete guide to Ha Long Bay<\/a> to plan according to your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-en-grupo-1.jpg\" alt=\"halong bay en grupo\" class=\"wp-image-4296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-en-grupo-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-en-grupo-1-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-bay-en-grupo-1-768x578.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Visiting Halong Bay<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_3_discovering_hanoi_vietnams_capital\"><\/span>Day 3: Discovering Hanoi, Vietnam&#8217;s capital<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best use of your third day in Vietnam is <strong>to discover Hanoi.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We recommend <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/hanoi\/free-tour-hanoi\/?aid=11891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">starting with this free walking tour<\/a> of the historic center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The capital has plenty of corners you won&#8217;t want to miss \u2014 more than enough to fill a whole day of visits and activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To organize it around your interests, here&#8217;s a complete post on <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hanoi\/\">what to see and do in Hanoi.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>At the end of the day, it&#8217;s time to head to Ha Giang.<\/strong> This post covers the different ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ha-giang\/how-to-get-from-hanoi-to-ha-giang\/\">get from Hanoi to Ha Giang<\/a>, though we recommend the comfortable overnight Cabin Bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If all goes well, you&#8217;ll arrive in Ha Giang around 3 or 4 in the morning \u2014 straight into a real bed to rest a few hours before the great adventure of the Ha Giang loop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hanoi-15dias-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"hanoi, vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-3027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hanoi-15dias-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hanoi-15dias-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hanoi-15dias-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hanoi-15dias.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A stretch of &#8220;Train Street&#8221; in Hanoi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_4_to_7_ha_giang_motorbike_loop\"><\/span>Days 4 to 7: Ha Giang motorbike loop<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get ready for what will be <strong>one of the high points of your Vietnam adventure: the Ha Giang Loop.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Over the next <strong>4 days, this motorbike route<\/strong> will carry you through landscapes packed with mountains, valleys, ethnic villages and roads that snake across some of the most spectacular terrain in northern Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t ride? No problem \u2014 Vietnam has plenty of specialized drivers known as Easy Riders whom you can hire to take you along the route while you simply enjoy the scenery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you choose to ride yourself, remember that a motorcycle license (category A) and a valid international driving permit are mandatory \u2014 skip them and it will cost you dearly, as police checkpoints sit on almost every corner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can read all about the experience <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ha-giang\/\">in this complete article on the Ha Giang loop.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can rent the motorbike or hire an Easy Rider directly through your hostel in Ha Giang, or join any of the tours offered by agencies in Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also book ahead online <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hanoi-l205\/easy-rider-ha-giang-loop-4-days-3-nights-motorbike-tour-t455317\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">through this link.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the last day of the loop, back in Ha Giang, take <a href=\"https:\/\/12go.com\/en\/bus\/ha-giang\/ninh-binh\/?z=4018868\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">the night bus to Ninh Binh<\/a> \u2014 once again we recommend the Cabin Bus \u2014 arriving in Ninh Binh around 5 in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;d rather not wander the streets until sunrise, we recommend paying for that night&#8217;s accommodation in Ninh Binh too, so you can go straight to bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-vietnam-loop-1024x768.webp\" alt=\"ha giang loop vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-4396\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-vietnam-loop-1024x768.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-vietnam-loop-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-vietnam-loop-768x576.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ha-giang-vietnam-loop.webp 1067w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Views along the Ha Giang Loop<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Ha Giang? Recommended budget accommodation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some good-value places to stay in Ha Giang.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-med { background: #f0ede4; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Ha Giang<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 90,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Loop Central Stay Tour &#038; Motorbike Rental<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Well-located hostel with tours available \u2014 ideal for exploring the region and meeting other travelers.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.5<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">774 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/loopcentralstay.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=vietnam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 230,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Ha Giang Hostel<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Hostel with an excellent location and very good reviews for comfort and customer service.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.7<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">1,285 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/ha-giang-hostel-thanh-pho-ha-giang.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=vietnam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 190,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Ha Giang Loop Hostel &#038; Tours<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Hostel with tours included to ride the legendary Ha Giang Loop at a very affordable price.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">8.9<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">964 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/ha-giang-loop-hostel-ha-giang1.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=vietnam\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_8_and_9_ninh_binh_%e2%80%94_tam_coc_and_trang_an\"><\/span>Days 8 and 9: Ninh Binh \u2014 Tam Coc and Trang An<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a few short hours of sleep, <strong>it&#8217;s time to get up and explore Ninh Binh<\/strong>, famous for its karst formations and postcard-worthy landscapes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spend this first day exploring <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/ninh-binh\/tam-coc\/\">Tam Coc by bicycle<\/a> \u2014 most accommodations rent them out or lend them for free \u2014 and end the day stretching your legs on the climb up Mua Cave for the sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On the second day,<\/strong> explore <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/ninh-binh\/trang-an\/\">the Trang An area<\/a> and take one of the boat tours on offer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you rent a motorbike you can also ride out to Hoa Lu and even the <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/ninh-binh\/pagoda-bai-dinh\/\">Bai Dinh<\/a> pagoda. If you don&#8217;t ride, arrange transport through your hostel or join a tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the end of the day, take <strong>the night train from Ninh Binh to Hue.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember to book it in advance \u2014 you can do it through any agency during your first days in Hanoi, on the official website, <a href=\"https:\/\/12go.com\/en\/train\/ninh-binh\/hue\/?z=4018868\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">or through this link.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are sleeper compartments for 6, 4 and 2 people, priced according to the option you choose.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hue\/how-to-get-to-hue\/\">a complete post on how to get to Hue<\/a> from different parts of the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tren-viajeros.webp\" alt=\"tren a hue viajeros\" class=\"wp-image-3830\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tren-viajeros.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tren-viajeros-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tren-viajeros-768x432.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The night train in Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Ninh Binh? Budget accommodation we like<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some worthwhile budget stays in Ninh Binh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Ninh Binh (Tam Coc)<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 200,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Forest Sunset Hostel<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">The highest-rated hostel in Ninh Binh, surrounded by nature with a peaceful atmosphere.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.9<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">60 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/forest-sunset-hostel.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 180,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Trang An Freedom Hood<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Hostel next to Trang An with 700 reviews, bicycles included and a perfect base for exploring the area by motorbike.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.4<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">700 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/trang-an-freedom-hood.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_10_hue_exploring_vietnams_old_imperial_capital\"><\/span>Day 10: Hue, exploring Vietnam&#8217;s old imperial capital<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Day ten of your 15-day Vietnam route is for discovering <strong>Hue, the old imperial capital.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hue has more than enough attractions to keep you busy for a good while, so <strong>our recommendation is to rent a motorbike and explore them at your own pace.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our absolute must-dos include visiting one of the <strong>imperial tombs<\/strong>, the Dong Ba market and the Thien Mu pagoda, where you can end the day watching the sunset on the banks of the Perfume River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s a complete <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hue\/\">post with everything you can see and do in Hue<\/a> to plan it your way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tumba-imperial-1024x771.webp\" alt=\"Tumba imperial en Hue\" class=\"wp-image-3032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tumba-imperial-1024x771.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tumba-imperial-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tumba-imperial-768x579.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hue-tumba-imperial.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Visiting the tomb of Khai Dinh in Hue<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Hue? Cheap stays for your route<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some budget stays in Hue for low-cost trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Hue<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 160,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Chi Homestay #4<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">The best-rated budget stay in Hue \u2014 an authentic local atmosphere at hostel prices.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.8<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">700 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/chi-homestay-4.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 360,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Lavande Hue Homestay<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Well-located, quiet homestay with excellent reviews for its friendly staff.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.5<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">230 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/lavande-hue-homestay.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_11_hai_van_pass_%e2%80%94_hue_to_hoi_an_by_motorbike\"><\/span>Day 11: Hai Van Pass \u2014 Hue to Hoi An by motorbike<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today is one of the most special days of your two-week route through Vietnam, because <strong>the Hai Van Pass awaits: a spectacular motorbike ride from Hue to Hoi An.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The route usually starts in Hue<\/strong>, crossing <strong>rice fields and villages<\/strong> until the first stop at the Cau Hai lagoon, where you&#8217;ll get a glimpse of the traditional life of local fishermen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the lagoon stop, the route continues to one of the <strong>area&#8217;s many waterfalls<\/strong>, where you can cool off from central Vietnam&#8217;s intense heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The lunch stop is usually at <strong>Lang Co beach<\/strong>, where you can feast like a kid on fresh seafood and take a dip before pressing on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The high point comes with the climb up the Hai Van pass<\/strong>, a narrow mountain road with spectacular views of the coast and Da Nang bay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finally you&#8217;ll <strong>cross the city of Da Nang<\/strong>, Vietnam&#8217;s third largest, to reach Hoi An at sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Hue you&#8217;ll find motorbike rental offices that handle the rental and send your luggage straight to Hoi An \u2014 though if you&#8217;d rather not organize it yourself, our recommendation is to do it <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/da-nang-l939\/hai-van-pass-motorbike-tour-with-easy-rider-t738785\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">on a tour like this one.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On arrival, <strong>make Hoi An your base for the next 3 nights<\/strong> and use it to explore the area from there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hai-van-pass-15dias-1024x771.webp\" alt=\"hai van pass, vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-3023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hai-van-pass-15dias-1024x771.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hai-van-pass-15dias-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hai-van-pass-15dias-768x579.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/hai-van-pass-15dias.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Hoi An? Budget stays in the city of lanterns<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some budget places to stay in Hoi An for low-budget trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Hoi An<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 500,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Threeway Riverside Villa<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Riverside villa within walking distance of the old town, with great value for money.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.4<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">1,000 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/three-way-riverside-villa.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-eco\">Budget \u00b7 500,000 VND<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Family Hotel Hoi An Center<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Well-rated budget hotel in central Hoi An \u2014 an ideal base for exploring the historic quarter.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.0<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">530 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/family-tp-hoi-an.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_12_da_nang_vietnams_central_coast\"><\/span>Day 12: Da Nang, Vietnam&#8217;s central coast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two weeks in Vietnam go a long way but fly by fast, so every day counts \u2014 which is why <strong>we recommend spending day 12 visiting nearby Da Nang.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can do it on your own by renting a motorbike or negotiating transport in Hoi An.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Da Nang is one of Vietnam&#8217;s most important cities and well worth a day to explore its charms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Start with the beautiful <strong>Marble Mountains<\/strong>, then head to the Son Tra peninsula, riding its narrow roads to spots like the giant banyan tree, and looking out for the red-shanked douc langurs that inhabit the peninsula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>Linh Ung pagoda<\/strong>, with its bonsai courtyard and impressive Lady Buddha statue, is another visit you shouldn&#8217;t miss before leaving the peninsula.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before returning to Hoi An, stop by <strong>the Dragon Bridge<\/strong> \u2014 and if you&#8217;re there after dark, take a stroll through the night market next to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case we&#8217;ve missed anything, here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/danang\/\">a complete article on what to see and do in Da Nang.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dragon-bridge-en-da-nang-vietnam-1024x771.webp\" alt=\"da nang vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2712\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dragon-bridge-en-da-nang-vietnam-1024x771.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dragon-bridge-en-da-nang-vietnam-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dragon-bridge-en-da-nang-vietnam-768x579.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/dragon-bridge-en-da-nang-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Dragon Bridge in Da Nang, one of the city&#8217;s icons<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_13_and_14_hoi_an_and_its_lanterns\"><\/span>Days 13 and 14: Hoi An and its lanterns<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spending <strong>two days in Hoi An is ideal for soaking up Vietnam&#8217;s most famous town.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Touristy as it is, there&#8217;s no denying Hoi An has an atmosphere that makes it unique in the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our recommendation: <strong>on the first day<\/strong>, use the morning for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/hoi-an\/free-tour-hoi-an\/?aid=11891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">free walking tour<\/a> to soak up its history, then take the afternoon at a slower pace, strolling the old quarter, watching the sunset and wandering the night market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On the second day<\/strong>, rent a bicycle and drift through the rice fields until you reach one of Hoi An&#8217;s beaches for a proper swim \u2014 and on the way back, squeeze in a lantern-making workshop or a Vietnamese cooking class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s a complete post with <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hoi-an\/\">everything you can see and do in Hoi An<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/salon-asambleas-hoi-an-vietnam.webp\" alt=\"portada del salon de asambleas de fuijien en hoi an\" class=\"wp-image-4342\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/salon-asambleas-hoi-an-vietnam.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/salon-asambleas-hoi-an-vietnam-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/salon-asambleas-hoi-an-vietnam-768x578.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Fujian Assembly Hall, Hoi An<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_15_back_to_hanoi_and_home\"><\/span>Day 15: Back to Hanoi and home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the final day, <strong>head back to Hanoi early<\/strong>: make your way to Da Nang airport and take a short domestic flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Leave at least 4 hours between your domestic flight and your international one<\/strong>, as you&#8217;ll need to change terminals and check in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If your flight leaves late, spend your last hours in Hanoi<\/strong> haggling for a souvenir or some outdoor gear in the city&#8217;s many shops before boarding your flight home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also fly home directly from Da Nang&#8217;s international airport on a multi-city ticket, though it usually works out a little more expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vp-alternativa {\n  background: 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font-size: 14px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<!-- SECCI\u00d3N ALTERNATIVA OFF THE BEATEN PATH -->\n<div class=\"vp-alternativa\">\n  <h3 class=\"vp-alternativa-titulo\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%e2%80%9coff_the_beaten_path%e2%80%9d_alternative\"><\/span>&#8220;Off the beaten path&#8221; alternative<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n  <div class=\"vp-alternativa-contenido\">\n    <p class=\"vp-alternativa-parrafo\">\n      <strong>Days 10 and 11: Phong Nha:<\/strong> If you&#8217;d rather follow a less touristy itinerary with an extra dose of nature, we recommend swapping days <strong>10 and 11<\/strong> of this route for a visit to the caves of <strong>Phong Nha-Ke Bang<\/strong> national park, in the center of the country. To get there, take the same night train from Ninh Binh and get off at Dong Hoi. You can also take the sleeper bus if you prefer, directly to <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/phong-nha\/\">Phong Nha<\/a>.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p class=\"vp-alternativa-parrafo\">\n      Once there, we recommend a tour of one of its caves, like <strong>Paradise Cave<\/strong> or <strong>Dark Cave<\/strong>. You can also try a multi-adventure activity like the zipline \u2014 though the tranquility of the place often invites you to simply rent a motorbike and roam the area at your own pace, drifting through the villages. Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/phong-nha\/\">Phong Nha<\/a>.\n    <\/p>\n\n    <p class=\"vp-alternativa-parrafo\">\n      If you like it more than expected, you can always cut the Da Nang day and stretch your stay here by one more; and if you&#8217;ve had your fill, take the train or bus back to Da Nang and continue with the rest of the itinerary.\n    <\/p>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"classic_two-week_vietnam_itinerary\"><\/span>Classic two-week Vietnam itinerary&nbsp;&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This 15-day Vietnam itinerary <strong>is designed for the average traveler seeking a comfortable experience,<\/strong> focused primarily on <strong>the country&#8217;s most emblematic destinations.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If what you&#8217;re after is a well-organized route that lets you enjoy the main attractions unhurried and in full comfort, this plan is ideal for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"map_of_the_15-day_vietnam_itinerary_%e2%80%94_classic_version\"><\/span>Map of the 15-day Vietnam itinerary \u2014 classic version<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s the map of the more classic two-week route through Vietnam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/2\/embed?mid=11xt_klEIaQLF8WJPytsAVoHKSsLJuJE&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_1_and_2_hanoi_welcome_to_the_vietnamese_madness\"><\/span>Days 1 and 2: Hanoi, welcome to the Vietnamese madness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just like in our previous itinerary, <strong>we begin the experience by flying into the capital, Hanoi.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On arrival, you can grab a taxi to your accommodation at the arrivals area \u2014 or, to save some hassle, we recommend booking it in advance so someone is waiting for you when you land. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/hanoi\/?allowedCategoryIds=11&amp;tmb=true?aid=11891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">You can do it through this link.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once settled in, take a walk around the center, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/where-to-exchange-money-in-vietnam\/\">exchange some money<\/a> and enjoy the city&#8217;s atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you still have energy left, catch the <strong>water puppet theater<\/strong> performed daily \u2014 a lovely first dive into the country&#8217;s culture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On the second day<\/strong>, we recommend kicking off with this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/hanoi\/free-tour-hanoi\/?aid=11891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">free walking tour of the historic center<\/a> to get your bearings and learn plenty of interesting things about the city and the country \u2014 then keep exploring the rest of Hanoi&#8217;s attractions on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hanoi\/\">In this article<\/a> we give you plenty of ideas to fill your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Hanoi? Recommended mid-range and upscale stays<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some of our favorite places to stay in Hanoi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-med { background: #f0ede4; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-alt { background: #233619; color: #fff; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Hanoi<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-med\">Mid-range<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Astoria Hanoi Hotel &#038; Travel<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Boutique hotel next to St. Joseph&#8217;s Cathedral \u2014 the best rated in its category in Hanoi.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.7<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">345 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/st-josephs-cathedra-homestay-ngo-huyen.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;room1=A%2CA&#038;label=HANOI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-alt\">Upscale<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Le Premier Hotel &#038; Rooftop Bar<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">The best rated in all of Hanoi, with more than 2,000 reviews. Rooftop bar overlooking the Old Quarter.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.9<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">2,200 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/le-premier-hoan-kiem.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;room1=A%2CA&#038;label=HANOI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_3_day_trip_to_ninh_binh\"><\/span>Day 3: Day trip to Ninh Binh<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ll use our third day to discover Ninh Binh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ninh Binh is about 2 hours by car from Hanoi,<\/strong> so to make the most of your time, you can arrange a private driver through your Hanoi hotel to take you to its main sights and bring you back in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also opt for a full guided tour like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hanoi-l205\/from-hanoi-ninh-binh-tour-cruise-with-lunch-and-transfer-t420319\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this one<\/a>, or alternatively <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/hanoi\/hoa-lu-mua-cave-van-long\/?aid=11891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this other option.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-bicicleta-tam-coc.jpg\" alt=\"paseando en bicicleta por tam coc, vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-4259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-bicicleta-tam-coc.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-bicicleta-tam-coc-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/paseo-bicicleta-tam-coc-768x578.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Exploring Ninh Binh by bicycle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_4_and_5_two-day_cruise_around_ha_long_bay\"><\/span>Days 4 and 5: Two-day cruise around Ha Long Bay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Halong Bay is <strong>an essential stop on <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/things-to-do-in-vietnam\/\">any 15-day trip to Vietnam<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With a bit more time than on shorter trips, <strong>we can give it two days and calmly explore both Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best option is to <strong>book a two-day boat cruise<\/strong> with a night in the bay \u2014 a relaxed, comfortable way to experience this beautiful place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Practically all cruises offer similar experiences \u2014 bay routes, Tai Chi or cooking classes and spectacular sunsets from the deck. <strong>The price difference comes down mainly to the category of the boat and its facilities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can book at any agency in Hanoi and choose a cruise with more or less comfort to your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If maximum comfort is your thing, you can book a <strong>5-star cruise with a private cabin and bay views, packed with every luxury, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hanoi-l205\/hanoi-crucero-de-2-dias-por-las-bahias-de-ha-long-y-lan-ha-con-balcon-t205941\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=halong\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">through this link.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can learn more about Ha Long Bay and how it all works <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/halong-bay\/\">in this complete article<\/a> we&#8217;ve prepared for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the second day, back in Hanoi, take the night train to Lao Cai, or the sleeper bus directly to Sapa. Once again, if you go by bus, we recommend the comfortable Cabin Bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Or, if you&#8217;d rather keep it simple, spend the night in Hanoi and book a two-day Sapa tour from the capital like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hanoi-l205\/sapa-real-experience-2-days-1-night-at-local-people-house-t469577\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this one with an early departure<\/a> the next morning and everything included.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Either way, here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/sapa\/how-to-get-from-hanoi-to-sapa\/\">all the information on getting from Hanoi to Sapa<\/a> by different means.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image alignfull size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"304\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-15dias-1024x304.webp\" alt=\"vistas de halong bay al atardecer\" class=\"wp-image-3030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-15dias-1024x304.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-15dias-300x89.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-15dias-768x228.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/halong-15dias.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Halong Bay views at sunset<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_6_and_7_sapa_among_rice_terraces_and_mountains\"><\/span>Days 6 and 7: Sapa, among rice terraces and mountains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sapa is one of Vietnam&#8217;s most famous and most visited places and <strong>the perfect spot to leave the city behind and reconnect with nature<\/strong> \u2014 so we&#8217;ll dedicate the next two days to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re traveling independently without a tour, the ideal plan is to spend <strong>your first day in Sapa trekking through the valley and villages<\/strong>, and the next day hire private transport to visit some of its waterfalls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love panoramic views and the weather cooperates, you can swap the waterfalls for a cable car ride to the top of <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/sapa\/fansipan\/\">Fansipan Peak.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s an article on <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/sapa\/\">everything you can see and do in Sapa.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On the afternoon of the second day it&#8217;s time to head back toward Hanoi<\/strong> \u2014 and here you have several options depending on your taste:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Option 1:<\/strong> Catch one of the last flights to Da Nang and sleep directly at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang. The bus from Sapa usually passes by the airport \u2014 or if you booked a tour, ask the guide to drop you there on the way back.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Option 2:<\/strong> Spend the night in Hanoi and take the plane the next morning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Option 3:<\/strong> Take the overnight sleeper train from Hanoi, arriving in Da Nang first thing in the morning.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you can see, there&#8217;s an option for every taste \u2014 you decide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-ver-en-sapa-vietnam-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"que ver en sapa vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-2652\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-ver-en-sapa-vietnam-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-ver-en-sapa-vietnam-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-ver-en-sapa-vietnam-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/que-ver-en-sapa-vietnam.webp 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rice terraces in Sapa, Vietnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Sapa? Mid-range and upscale stays we like<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some Sapa stays with great value for money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-med { background: #f0ede4; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-alt { background: #233619; color: #fff; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Sapa<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-med\">Mid-range<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Botanic Sapa Hotel<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Hotel surrounded by nature, the best rated in its category in Sapa with an excellent location.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.8<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">280 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/botanic-sapa.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-alt\">Upscale<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Silk Path Grand Sapa Resort &#038; Spa<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Luxury resort with spa, the best rated in Sapa with panoramic mountain views.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.5<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">1,600 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/silk-path-grand-resort-amp-spa-sapa.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_8_9_10_and_11_central_vietnam_%e2%80%94_hue_da_nang_and_hoi_an\"><\/span>Days 8, 9, 10 and 11: Central Vietnam \u2014 Hue, Da Nang and Hoi An<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>next stop on our 15 days in Vietnam is Hoi An, the city of lanterns,<\/strong> where \u2014 after so much moving around these past days \u2014 we&#8217;ll set up base to explore the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you chose the train in the previous step, the ideal move is to get off in <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hue\/\">Hue<\/a> and spend your first night there, then transfer to Hoi An once you&#8217;ve seen the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/how-to-get-from-da-nang-to-hoi-an\/\">how to get from Da Nang to Hoi An easily.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once <strong>in Hoi An, dedicate your first day to exploring the old town<\/strong> and everything it has to offer. Don&#8217;t forget to visit at night too, when the city takes on a different kind of charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the second day<\/strong> you have plenty of options, like the ones we cover in <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/hoi-an\/\">this complete article on Hoi An<\/a> \u2014 plan according to your tastes and interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you skipped Hue because you didn&#8217;t arrive by train, you still have a chance to see it: on the third day, take a day trip to the city&#8217;s main sights by hiring transport from Hoi An to Hue with a late return.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An ideal option is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/imperial-city-hue-l89111\/hue-imperial-city-tour-from-hoi-an-and-da-nang-t180770\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">this tour<\/a>, which also lets you comfortably take in Hue&#8217;s main landmarks and the Hai Van pass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>On the last day,<\/strong> we recommend visiting the nearby city of Da Nang, with stops at <strong>the Marble Mountains, the Linh Ung pagoda and the Dragon Bridge.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>If you won&#8217;t leave Vietnam without the famous photo of the hands bridge, or if you&#8217;re traveling with kids<\/strong>, we also recommend visiting Ba Na Hills, the theme park where you can make it happen and enjoy some lovely views.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can do it, like the previous day, with a private driver arranged in Hoi An, or on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/hoi-an-l831\/hoi-an-private-day-trip-golden-bridge-marble-mt-my-son-t723756\/?partner_id=RY2YHEV&amp;utm_medium=travel_agent&amp;cmp=itinerario\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">a tour like this one<\/a>, which also includes the My Son sanctuary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/puente-japones-hoi-an-nocturno.webp\" alt=\"puente japones hoi an vietnam nocturno\" class=\"wp-image-4341\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/puente-japones-hoi-an-nocturno.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/puente-japones-hoi-an-nocturno-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/puente-japones-hoi-an-nocturno-768x578.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hoi An&#8217;s Japanese Bridge after its restoration<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Hoi An? Recommended mid-range and upscale stays<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some Hoi An stays that fit the classic Vietnam route.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-med { background: #f0ede4; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-alt { background: #233619; color: #fff; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Hoi An<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-med\">Mid-range<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Vincent&#8217;s House<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Boutique with the highest score in its category in Hoi An. Peaceful atmosphere with attention to every detail.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.8<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">1,000 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/vincents-house.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-alt\">Upscale<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Allegro Hoi An \u00b7 A Little Luxury Hotel &#038; Spa<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Boutique luxury hotel with spa steps from the old town. One of central Vietnam&#8217;s finest premium options.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.5<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">1,500 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/allegro-hoi-an-little-luxury-amp-spa.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"days_12_13_and_14_ho_chi_minh_city_the_cu_chi_tunnels_and_the_mekong_delta\"><\/span>Days 12, 13 and 14: Ho Chi Minh City, the Cu Chi tunnels and the Mekong Delta<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We&#8217;ll take <strong>an early flight from Da Nang to the capital of the south, Ho Chi Minh City.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The old city of Saigon is a mostly urban place without too many conventional sights \u2014 and yet <strong>it rewards a full day of exploration<\/strong> very nicely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To help, we&#8217;ve prepared <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/ho-chi-minh-city\/\">a complete post on everything you can see and do in Ho Chi Minh City.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The following two days<\/strong> are best spent discovering both the Mekong Delta and the Cu Chi tunnels, the south&#8217;s headline attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can hire transport from Saigon to the Cu Chi tunnels and onward to Can Tho, where you can spend a full day exploring the area before returning to Ho Chi Minh City for your international flight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can Tho also has an airport with direct flights to Saigon<\/strong>, in case you&#8217;d rather not go back by car \u2014 or want to connect directly with your international flight on day 15.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Another option is to base yourself in Ho Chi Minh City<\/strong> and take two separate day trips from there: one to the Cu Chi tunnels on the first day, and another to the Mekong Delta on the second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also simply hire the transport, without a full guided tour, if you&#8217;d rather do things at your own pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It all comes down to your tastes, your style and what you need when traveling and getting around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s our <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/ho-chi-minh-city\/tuneles-cu-chi\/\">guide to the Cu Chi Tunnels<\/a>, and in this other post, <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/mekong-delta\/\">the guide to the Mekong Delta<\/a>, so you can plan it all the best way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ho-chi-minh-city-museo-1024x771.webp\" alt=\"ho chi minh city, vietnam\" class=\"wp-image-3034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ho-chi-minh-city-museo-1024x771.webp 1024w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ho-chi-minh-city-museo-300x226.webp 300w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ho-chi-minh-city-museo-768x579.webp 768w, https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/ho-chi-minh-city-museo.jpg 1026w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The War Remnants Museum in Ho Chi Minh City<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to stay in Ho Chi Minh City? Mid-range and upscale stays <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are some Ho Chi Minh City stays that work well for this itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vv-seccion { background: #eceadf; border-radius: 12px; padding: 20px 22px; margin-bottom: 28px; }\n.vv-ciudad { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 600; color: #233619; text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: .06em; margin: 18px 0 8px; padding-bottom: 6px; border-bottom: 1.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-card { background: #fff; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; border-radius: 10px; padding: 12px 14px; margin-bottom: 8px; display: flex; align-items: flex-start; gap: 12px; }\n.vv-badge { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 600; padding: 3px 8px; border-radius: 20px; white-space: nowrap; flex-shrink: 0; margin-top: 1px; }\n.vv-eco { background: #eceadf; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-med { background: #f0ede4; color: #233619; border: 0.5px solid #d6d3c4; }\n.vv-alt { background: #233619; color: #fff; }\n.vv-body { flex: 1; min-width: 0; }\n.vv-nombre { font-size: 13px; font-weight: 600; color: #1a1a1a; margin: 0 0 3px; }\n.vv-stars { font-size: 11px; color: #ffc107; margin: 0 0 4px; }\n.vv-desc { font-size: 12px; color: #555; margin: 0 0 8px; line-height: 1.5; }\n.vv-meta { display: flex; align-items: center; gap: 8px; flex-wrap: wrap; }\n.vv-rating { font-size: 12px; font-weight: 700; color: #c12525; }\n.vv-rese\u00f1as { font-size: 11px; color: #888; }\n.vv-btn { display: inline-block; font-size: 11px; font-weight: 600; background: #c12525; color: #fff !important; padding: 4px 12px; border-radius: 20px; text-decoration: none !important; white-space: nowrap; }\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"vv-seccion\">\n<p class=\"vv-ciudad\">Ho Chi Minh City<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-med\">Mid-range<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">Grand Mays Inn Hotel &#038; Spa<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Boutique with spa near Ben Thanh Market, noted for its personal service.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.6<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">140 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/the-mays-inn.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vv-card\">\n  <span class=\"vv-badge vv-alt\">Upscale<\/span>\n  <div class=\"vv-body\">\n    <p class=\"vv-nombre\">La Siesta Premium Saigon Central<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-stars\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/p>\n    <p class=\"vv-desc\">Boutique hotel in the heart of District 1, with spa and a quality breakfast included.<\/p>\n    <div class=\"vv-meta\">\n      <span class=\"vv-rating\">9.4<\/span><span class=\"vv-rese\u00f1as\">1,200 reviews<\/span>\n      <a class=\"vv-btn\" href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/vn\/la-siesta-premium-saigon-central.en-gb.html?aid=1736512&#038;no_rooms=1&#038;group_adults=2&#038;label=PLAN\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">See on Booking<\/a>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"day_15_heading_home\"><\/span>Day 15: Heading home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sadly, it&#8217;s time to say goodbye to Vietnam and head home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.civitatis.com\/en\/ho-chi-minh\/traslados\/?aid=11891\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">how to get from the airport to the city center<\/a> and back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your flight departs from Hanoi because you booked a round trip instead of a multi-city ticket, remember to fly back to Hanoi with enough time to connect with your international flight, as you&#8217;ll have to change terminals at Noi Bai airport.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"budget_for_a_15-day_trip_to_vietnam\"><\/span>Budget for a 15-day trip to Vietnam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s <strong>an estimated budget for each version<\/strong> of this 15-day trip to Vietnam.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the classic version <strong>we give a budget range<\/strong>, since the final figure depends on the quality of accommodation you choose and how many private transfers and activities you book.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On top of that, <strong>the classic traveler tends to be warier about eating in the places backpackers love<\/strong> (that is, more authentic, generally cheaper local spots) and leans heavily on other tourists&#8217; reviews (Google Maps, Tripadvisor, Instagram), often landing in tourist traps (same food, at foreigner prices).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you don&#8217;t mind eating at more local places, take the backpacker version&#8217;s estimated budget and add about US$55 \u2014 on the backpacker route, food during the Ha Giang Loop days is included if you go with a tour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<style>\n.vp-presupuestos {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr;\n  gap: 30px;\n  margin-bottom: 40px;\n}\n\n.vp-presupuesto {\n  background: #fff;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  box-shadow: none;\n  border: 1px solid #d6d3c4;\n}\n\n.vp-presupuesto-header {\n  padding: 20px;\n  background: #fff;\n  font-size: 18px;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  gap: 12px;\n  border-bottom: 2px solid #eceadf;\n}\n\n.vp-presupuesto-header h3 {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: center;\n  gap: 8px;\n  font-size: 18px;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  color: #233619;\n  margin: 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grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<!-- SECCI\u00d3N PRESUPUESTO VIAJE VIETNAM -->\n<div class=\"vp-presupuestos\">\n  <!-- VERSI\u00d3N MOCHILERA -->\n  <div class=\"vp-presupuesto\">\n    <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-header\">\n      <h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%f0%9f%8e%92_backpacker_budget_for_vietnam_15_days\"><\/span>\n        <span>\ud83c\udf92<\/span>\n        <span>Backpacker budget for Vietnam: 15 days<\/span>\n      <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n      <span class=\"vp-badge\">Low budget<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-content\">\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Accommodation<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">US$15 per night<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$225<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Food<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$10 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$140<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Drinks \/ Coffee<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">US$5.50 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$80<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Activities and tickets<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$24 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$350<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Transport<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">US$14 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$210<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Other expenses<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$3 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$45<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Travel insurance<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$4.50 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$60<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto vp-total\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Trip total (15 days)<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">\u2248 US$1,100<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario\">\n        <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario-label\">Average daily budget<\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario-monto\">\u2248 US$75<\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario-sublabel\">per person<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <!-- VERSI\u00d3N CL\u00c1SICA -->\n  <div class=\"vp-presupuesto\">\n    <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-header\">\n      <h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%f0%9f%8f%a8_classic_budget_for_vietnam_15_days\"><\/span>\n        <span>\ud83c\udfe8<\/span>\n        <span>Classic budget for Vietnam: 15 days<\/span>\n      <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n      <span class=\"vp-badge\">Mid-high budget<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-content\">\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Accommodation<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">US$22 \u2013 27 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$325 \u2013 405<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Food<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$16 \u2013 21 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$240 \u2013 315<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Drinks \/ Coffee<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">US$5.50 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$80<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Activities and tickets<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$32 \u2013 44 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$485 \u2013 670<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Transport<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$21 \u2013 24 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$300 \u2013 355<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Other expenses<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$4.50 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$70<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Travel insurance<\/div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-detalle\">\u2248 US$4.50 \/ day<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">US$60<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-item-presupuesto vp-total\">\n        <div>\n          <div class=\"vp-item-nombre\">Trip total (15 days)<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-item-monto\">\n          <div class=\"vp-item-monto-principal\">\u2248 US$1,550 \u2013 1,950<\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario\">\n        <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario-label\">Average daily budget<\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario-monto\">\u2248 US$100 \u2013 130<\/div>\n        <div class=\"vp-presupuesto-diario-sublabel\">per person<\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"text-align: center; margin: 40px 0; font-size: 48px; font-weight: 300; color: #c12525;\">+<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"vp-nota-vuelos\">\n  \u2708\ufe0f <strong>INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS<\/strong> \u2014 Additional budget: +<strong style=\"color: #c12525;\">US$850 \u2013 1,400<\/strong> (depending on the season)\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"flights_to_vietnam_for_the_15-day_itinerary\"><\/span>Flights to Vietnam for the 15-day itinerary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To fly to Vietnam for either of these 15-day itineraries, <strong>the cheapest option is usually a round trip to Hanoi,<\/strong> the country&#8217;s capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the classic version,<\/strong> if the price difference is under US$110 or so, it&#8217;s worth booking a multi-city ticket: arriving in Hanoi and flying home from Ho Chi Minh City.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That saves you from having to fly back to Hanoi on your last day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Long-haul flights to Vietnam usually run around US$900 outside peak season, with prices climbing considerably during the summer, especially in July and August.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"frequently_asked_questions_about_15_days_in_vietnam\"><\/span>Frequently asked questions about 15 days in Vietnam<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775724414744\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much does a 15-day trip to Vietnam cost?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It depends on your travel style. <br><br>On the backpacker version, the total budget is roughly US$1,100 per person (about US$75\/day), including accommodation, food, transport, activities and insurance. <br><br>On the classic version, with mid-range hotels and more organized excursions, the budget rises to US$1,550-1,950 per person (US$100-130\/day). Add the international flight on top, which runs between US$850 and US$1,400 depending on the season.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775724609513\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What time of year is best for this Vietnam route?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The best window is November to April, when almost the whole country enjoys dry weather. If you have to pick one month, March and April are ideal: the north is no longer cold, the center has its best weather of the year and the south stays dry. July and August bring more rain to the north, and October-November to the center, when typhoons can affect Hoi An and Hue.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775724779822\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need a visa to travel to Vietnam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It depends on your passport. Citizens of several countries \u2014 including the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain \u2014 can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days; you just need a passport with at least 6 months of validity. Travelers from the US, Canada, Australia and most other countries need an <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/visa-vietnam\/\">e-visa<\/a>, a simple online process. The e-visa is also required if you plan to stay longer than your exemption or to enter and exit while combining Vietnam with neighboring countries.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775724837707\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is 15 days enough to see Vietnam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes \u2014 15 days is the minimum we recommend for traveling Vietnam at a reasonable pace. Depending on your style you have two options: the classic route covers Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Ha Long Bay, Sapa, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An and Ho Chi Minh City; the adventurous route swaps the south for the Ha Giang Loop, the Hai Van Pass by motorbike and more time in nature. Either way you&#8217;ll leave destinations for a second visit \u2014 and you&#8217;ll almost certainly be back.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775724939139\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Is it safe to travel solo in Vietnam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Vietnam is one of the safest countries in Southeast Asia for solo travel, for both men and women. Crime rates are very low. The main risks are the chaotic motorbike traffic and tourist scams.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775725009491\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What transport is used to move between cities in Vietnam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The three most common options are: the night bus (available as a classic sleeper or the Cabin Bus, with enclosed individual berths), the overnight sleeper train (ideal for the Hanoi-Hue leg) and low-cost domestic flights with VietJet or Bamboo Airways. A night bus or train saves you a hotel night; flights are the best choice when time is tight.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775725128846\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How much cash should I bring to Vietnam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Vietnam is still very much a cash-first country. With US$35-45 a day you can cover meals, local transport and small entrance fees. The cheapest way to exchange money is at the jewelry shops in both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, where the exchange rate beats the banks.<br>ATMs are available in every city but charge a small fee (US$1-2 per withdrawal). You can find everything about <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/where-to-exchange-money-in-vietnam\/\">money and exchanging currency in this other post.<\/a><\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1775725303765\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do I need vaccinations to travel to Vietnam?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are no mandatory vaccinations to enter Vietnam for most travelers (only yellow fever if arriving from an endemic country). Hepatitis A, hepatitis B and typhoid are recommended. For rural areas of the north like Sapa or Ha Giang, the Japanese encephalitis vaccine is also worth considering. Check with a travel health clinic at least 4-6 weeks before departure.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you&#8217;re planning a trip to Vietnam and have only two weeks to explore this incredible country, you&#8217;re in the right place. In this 15-day Vietnam itinerary we give you the keys to plan your trip and optimize your time the smart way \u2014 seeing as much as possible without rushing. 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Adem\u00e1s de viajar por mi cuenta, mi pasion por llevar mis viajes a otros, me llevo a crear Aventurate a Viajar, una agencia de viajes en grupo desde donde coordino y dise\u00f1o viajes en grupo por Vietnam y otros muchos pa\u00edses.","sameAs":["https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/quienes-somos\/","https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/rekuenk"],"url":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724414744","position":1,"url":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724414744","name":"How much does a 15-day trip to Vietnam cost?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"It depends on your travel style. <br><br>On the backpacker version, the total budget is roughly US$1,100 per person (about US$75\/day), including accommodation, food, transport, activities and insurance. <br><br>On the classic version, with mid-range hotels and more organized excursions, the budget rises to US$1,550-1,950 per person (US$100-130\/day). Add the international flight on top, which runs between US$850 and US$1,400 depending on the season.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724609513","position":2,"url":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724609513","name":"What time of year is best for this Vietnam route?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"The best window is November to April, when almost the whole country enjoys dry weather. If you have to pick one month, March and April are ideal: the north is no longer cold, the center has its best weather of the year and the south stays dry. July and August bring more rain to the north, and October-November to the center, when typhoons can affect Hoi An and Hue.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724779822","position":3,"url":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724779822","name":"Do I need a visa to travel to Vietnam?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"It depends on your passport. Citizens of several countries \u2014 including the UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain \u2014 can enter Vietnam visa-free for up to 45 days; you just need a passport with at least 6 months of validity. Travelers from the US, Canada, Australia and most other countries need an <a href=\"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/visa-vietnam\/\">e-visa<\/a>, a simple online process. 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Either way you'll leave destinations for a second visit \u2014 and you'll almost certainly be back.","inLanguage":"en-US"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"Question","@id":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724939139","position":5,"url":"https:\/\/viajarvietnam.com\/en\/vietnam-itinerary-15-days\/#faq-question-1775724939139","name":"Is it safe to travel solo in Vietnam?","answerCount":1,"acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Vietnam is one of the safest countries in Southeast Asia for solo travel, for both men and women. Crime rates are very low. 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