Vietnam in 11 days: 3 Recommended 11-Day Itineraries to Vietnam

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Recommended 11-days Itineraries to Vietnam
11 days in Vietnam is plenty of time to hike in Sapa, bike around the northwest, or a food tour in Hoi An. Read our popular Vietnam 11-day itinerary suggestions below.
Itinerary #1: Hike, Bike & Kayak in Vietnam


Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive in Hanoi | Sightseeing | Hanoi |
Day 2 | Explore the Tay village of Lam Thuong | Hike | Lam Thuong |
Day 3 | Hiking in Sapa | Hike | Sapa |
Day 4 | Hike to Su Pan | Hike | Sapa |
Day 5 | Go on a cycling tour of Hanoi | Cycling | Hanoi |
Day 6 | Bike to the Mai Chau Valley | Cycling | Mai Chau |
Day 7 | Cycle from Mai Chau to Ninh Binh | Cycling | Ninh Binh |
Day 8 | Explore Cat Ba Island | Beach day | Cat Ba Island |
Day 9 | Explore Lan Ha Bay by boat | Kayaking | Cat Ba Island |
Day 10 | Explore Hanoi at your own pace | Sightseeing | Hanoi |
Day 11 | Your trip ends | Departure |
Discover hidden caves on a kayak, hike through enchanting valleys, and sample Hanoi’s famous iced coffee during 11 days in Vietnam. After arriving in Hanoi, if you have free time, visit the Ngoc Son Temple, built in honor of a 13th-century Vietnamese general. The next day, learn about the culture and traditions of the Tay ethnic community. Over the next two days, hike in some of the most beautiful parts of Vietnam, like the Sapa, and see terraced corn and rice fields. On the fifth day, visit Hanoi’s Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, the final resting place of Vietnam’s iconic revolutionary. In Mai Chau Valley, learn about traditional farming techniques during a dreamy cycling trip. Bike further through the countryside past lush valleys, paddy fields, and water buffaloes to Ninh Binh. On the eighth day, relax on the white sand beaches of Cat Ba Island. The next day, paddle on a short kayak in the still waters of the fabulous Lan Ha Bay, close to the limestone karsts. Before your magical 11-day trip ends, you’ll have time to see the remaining sights of Hanoi, such as the Fine Arts Museum. See all tours in Vietnam.
Itinerary #2: Motorcycle Trip in Vietnam

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Ride into Mai Chau Valley | Local culture | Mai Chau |
Day 2 | Visit a mountainous tea-growing area | Local culture | Son La |
Day 3 | Visit a village of the Black Thai people | Off-the-beaten track | Than Uyen |
Day 4 | Ride along the Hoang Lien Son Mountain Range | Local culture | Sapa |
Day 5 | Head to Bac Ha town | Sightseeing | Bac Ha town |
Day 6 | Visit a local market near Xi Man | Local culture | Ha Giang |
Day 7 | See the Vuong Palace | Sightseeing | Dong Van |
Day 8 | Enjoy the views from the top of Ma Pi Leng Pass | Nature sightseeing | Bao Loc |
Day 9 | Ride From Bao Lac to Ba Be | Motorcycle | Ba Be |
Day 10 | Go boating trip on the Ba Be Lake | Boating | Ba Be |
Day 11 | Ride to Hanoi, where your trip ends | Departure |
Discover a less-visited, mountainous part of the country, meet fascinating ethnic minority people, and explore traditional markets during your spectacular Vietnam 11-day itinerary plan on a motorcycle. Start your exhilarating journey by riding from the Red River Delta into the mountains and through a wooded pass that descends into the captivating Mai Chau Valley. Over the next few days, you will meet the local H’mong people, explore a Black Thai village, and ride along the Nam Ma River. In Bac Ha town, get introduced to the Dzao and the Flower H’Mong people, and ride north to Xi Man on a trail that offers superb views of the landscape. At Sa Phin village, some 15 kilometers from Dong Van, visit the intriguing Vuong Palace, a two-story building built by the French during colonial times. After the ninth day, your stop for the night will be a stilt house built in the traditional style by the Tay minority people. The next day, enjoy a trek to the Dau Dang waterfall. This incredible motorcycle journey ends after you reach Hanoi on the 11th day. Describe your ideal 11-day holiday for a customized trip to Vietnam.
Itinerary #3: Luxury Honeymoon in Vietnam

Overview | Activity | Overnight | |
Day 1 | Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City | Cruise | Ho Chi Minh City |
Day 2 | Visit the Cu Chi tunnels | Sightseeing | Ho Chi Minh City |
Day 3 | Explore Ho Chi Minh City at your own pace | Free day | Ho Chi Minh City |
Day 4 | Take a flight to Da Nang; check in at TIA Wellness Resort | Transfer | Da Nang |
Day 5 | See the major attractions of Hoi An | Walking | Hoi An |
Day 6 | Do a food tour of Hoi An on a Vespa | Motorcycle | Hoi An |
Day 7 | Take a flight to Hanoi; tour the city’s Old Quarter | Cycling | Hanoi |
Day 8 | Explore Ha Long Bay on board a luxury cruise boat | Cruise | Ha Long Bay |
Day 9 | Explore Viet Hai village | Cruise & local culture | Ha Long Bay |
Day 10 | Discover the islets and caves of Ha Long Bay; head to Hanoi | Cruise & local culture | Hanoi |
Day 11 | Transfer to Hanoi airport for your onward flight | Departure |
Discover mysterious parts of the stunning Ha Long Bay, soak in the old-world charm of Hoi An, and pamper yourself with spa treatments at a wellness resort in Vietnam with this 11-day itinerary. After landing in Ho Chi Minh City, check out the Cu Chi tunnels, which played an important role in the Vietnam War, and enjoy a scintillating performance at the Saigon Opera House. After reaching Da Nang’s TIA Wellness Resort, enjoy soothing spa treatments and Tai Chi sessions. In Hoi An’s Old Town, see the beautiful Japanese Covered Bridge that dates back to the 16th century. In the national capital Hanoi, explore the city’s Old Quarter, a delightful maze of streets, some over 700 years old. Your discovery of Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, starts on the eighth day on a luxury cruise. See the superb limestone karst formations, swim in the bay’s clear waters, and cruise along its pretty islets. Stop by Viet Hai village, where you can cycle amid glorious rice fields and rain forests and interact with the local community. Your 11-day luxurious tour concludes in Hanoi.
Planning an 11-day Itinerary of Vietnam?
From enjoying blissful yoga sessions on a luxury cruise and cycling along enchanting paddy fields to discovering medieval towns and serene islands, your 11 days in Vietnam can be packed with delights. Our travel experts will help you craft a personalized itinerary to Vietnam that suits all your requirements. See our travel guide for more ideas on how many days to spend in Vietnam.
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