Ten days in Vietnam, for two
Lakeside Hanoi, the rice terraces of Sa Pa, beach resorts and lantern-lit Hoi An near Da Nang, and the cool pine hills of Da Lat: Vietnam gives couples remarkable luxury for the price.
Full 10-day trip for two, door to door from the USA
Where the money goes
Estimated budget for two over 10 days, in US dollars. Five-star resorts in Da Nang cost far less than in Thailand or Bali.
| Category | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| International flightsUSA ⇄ Hanoi, return from Da Lat or Ho Chi Minh City, 2 people, via Seoul, Tokyo or Taipei. | $1,800 – $3,000 |
| Accommodation (9 nights)About $150–$450 a night: boutique hotels in Hanoi, a mountain lodge in Sa Pa, beach resorts in Da Nang. | $1,350 – $4,050 |
| Meals and diningStreet food tours, cooking class and resort dining. | $500 – $1,000 |
| Activities and experiencesFansipan cable car, Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge, Hoi An lantern boat. | $400 – $800 |
| Transport in the regionHanoi–Sa Pa limousine bus or train, domestic flights to Da Nang and Da Lat. | $400 – $700 |
| Ground totalAll costs on the ground, excluding international flights | $2,650 – $6,550 |
| Grand totalFull 10-day trip for two, door to door from the USA | $4,450 – $9,550 |
Estimates only. Prices vary by season, departure city and availability.
Suggested 10-day Vietnam itinerary
North to south through four very different landscapes. Each stop shows the estimated cost of your stay.
Hanoi
Historic charm and lakeside romance
- Walk around Hoan Kiem Lake and the Old Quarter at dusk.
- Street food tour: pho, bun cha and egg coffee.
- Water puppet show and the Temple of Literature.
Sa Pa
Rice terraces and the giant Buddha
- Ride the cable car up Fansipan, the roof of Indochina.
- Trek through Muong Hoa valley villages.
- Stay in a mountain lodge with terrace views.
Da Nang
Coastal luxury and ancient towns
- Beach days on My Khe and a spa resort on the Son Tra peninsula.
- Lantern boat ride in Hoi An Ancient Town.
- Ba Na Hills and the Golden Bridge held by giant hands.
Da Lat
The city of eternal spring
- Pine forests, flower gardens and French colonial villas.
- Datanla waterfall and Xuan Huong Lake.
- Fly home via Ho Chi Minh City.
Special notes for an intimate escape
Small luxuries that are easy to arrange in Vietnam.
Private lantern boat
Hire a small boat for two on the Thu Bon River after dark and release a paper lantern for luck. Tailors in town can also make matching outfits within a day.
Beach villa
Many Da Nang resorts have pool villas with butler service for the price of a standard room elsewhere.
Logistics and travel tips
Visas
Apply for the e-Visa online at least a week before travel.
Best time to go
February–April: good across the country.
Da Nang beaches are best May–August; avoid central Vietnam in October–November (typhoons).
Money
Vietnamese dong; cards work in hotels, cash for street food and markets.
Getting around
Grab works well in cities; book domestic flights a few weeks ahead.
Plan the Vietnam trip at $222 – $478 per person a day
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