3-Week Tour Packages

Three weeks anywhere delivers depth, so it’s time to head off and have a real adventure! Three weeks allows you to fully explore capitals, visit the regions most tourists skip, discover local cultures, experience daily life rhythms, and have time for spontaneous detours. You're not rushing constantly, you get to taste cuisines properly, and meet locals. Three weeks hits the sweet spot between vacation and actually understanding somewhere.

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Insider tips: Recommended 3-week tour itineraries

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Melissa3 week travel expert at TourRadar

21 Days in Central Asia, incl. Bishkek and Tashkent
A grand 21-day tour through 5 countries lets you delve into major cultural centers like Samarkand and Bukhara for 2-3 days each. The route covers 20 distinct cities, including overnight desert camping at Darvaza crater. Internal flights between Mary-Ashgabat and Urgench-Tashkent optimize travel time.
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- Days 1-3
  Kyrgyzstan
  Begin your journey in Bishkek. Visit Oak Park and Ala-Too Square in the early morning to beat the heat. "The Osh Bazaar is a must - go in the morning when vendors are setting up for the best atmosphere." Take a 5-hour drive to Issyk Kul Lake on Day 2 and stop at the ancient Burana Tower along the way. In Cholpon-Ata you'll find interesting petroglyphs - wear sturdy shoes since the rock field can be tricky to navigate.
- Days 4-5
  Kazakhstan
  Head to Almaty in Kazakhstan. Get to the Green Bazaar by 7am to see traders preparing for the day. Visit the wooden Zenkov Cathedral and take in the views from Kok-Tobe. "The National Museum provides crucial context for understanding Central Asian history - allow at least 2 hours here."
- Days 6-8
  Tajikistan
  Book a morning flight to Dushanbe to avoid common afternoon summer storms. Check out the city's giant flagpole and National Museum. Take a drive north through mountain landscapes to Khujand. "The 7 Lakes area requires careful timing - roads can become impassable after rain."
- Days 9-13
  Uzbekistan First Half
  Experience Uzbekistan's Silk Road cities starting with Samarkand. Visit Registan Square at sunset when the tiles look their best. Plan 2-3 days for Bukhara's sights. "Stay in the old town near Lyabi-Hauz pool - everything is walkable and the evening atmosphere is magical."
- Days 14-17
  Turkmenistan
  Discover Turkmenistan's marble city of Ashgabat and the historic ruins of Merv. Set up camp near the Darvaza gas crater. "The 'Door to Hell' is spectacular at night but bring warm clothes - desert temperatures plummet after dark."
- Days 18-21
  Uzbekistan Second Half
  Return to Uzbekistan to explore Khiva's preserved old city. Fly to Tashkent for your final stop. Take time to see the ornate metro stations. "The Chorsu Bazaar is overwhelming - go with a guide first to get oriented, then return solo to bargain."
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21 Days in Vietnam & Cambodia, incl. Hanoi and Siem Reap
A dynamic 21-day schedule balances cultural immersion with beach relaxation. Features 2-3 nights in key spots like Hoi An and Koh Rong Sanloem, overnight train/bus journeys, and efficient travel days maximizing local exploration.
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- Days 1-2
  Hanoi
  Begin in Vietnam's vibrant capital. Walk the Old Quarter's narrow streets early morning before crowds fill the area. "The rickshaw tour through Hanoi's bustling streets was incredible - ask your driver to take you down Train Street for amazing photos." Book a nighttime food tour to sample egg coffee and local street food.
- Days 3-4
  Ha Long Bay
  Take a 4-hour bus to this natural wonder. "Kayaking through the limestone caves was breathtaking, but book a top deck cabin on the boat - the views at sunrise are worth it." Visit Freedom Island for quiet swimming spots away from other tourists.
- Days 5-6
  Ninh Binh
  Travel 3 hours south to what locals call "Ha Long Bay on land." Bike through rice fields in the early morning. Take on the Dragon Mountain viewpoint hike before 9 AM and wear good shoes. "The row boat ride through the caves is magical, but sit in the middle of the boat for the best photos."
- Days 7-9
  Hoi An
  Take an overnight train to this beautiful town. Request bottom bunks for a smoother ride. Try the cooking classes and make your own lanterns. "The morning market tour with our cooking instructor was fascinating - she showed us how to pick the freshest ingredients and taught us secret family recipes."
- Days 10-11
  Ho Chi Minh City
  Fly south for city exploration. Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels early to avoid the heat. Take a day trip to see the Mekong Delta's floating markets.
- Days 12-13
  Phnom Penh
  Take a 6-hour luxury bus into Cambodia. Visit S21 Prison and the Killing Fields to understand Cambodia's recent history. "Our local guide's personal family stories brought this difficult history to life."
- Days 14-15
  Kampot
  Relax in this peaceful riverside town. Learn about Cambodia's pepper trade at local plantations. "The sunset river cruise was stunning - bring mosquito repellent."
- Days 16-18
  Koh Rong Sanloem
  Take a fast boat to this island getaway. Join snorkeling trips to see colorful marine life. "The bioluminescent plankton at night was magical - walk the beach after 9 PM for the best viewing."
- Days 19-21
  Siem Reap
  Finish your trip at Angkor Wat. Start your sunrise tour at 4:30 AM to avoid crowds. "Hire a guide for the first day to understand the history, then explore smaller temples like Ta Som on your own the second day."
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Absolute Peru
A 21-day deep dive into Peru's treasures: 4 days hiking the Inca Trail, 3 days in Amazon rainforest, and extended stays in cultural centers like Cusco. Includes 19 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners, mixing guided tours with independent exploration.
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- Lima Peru
  135 mi
- Paracas Peru
  12 mi
- Ballestas Islands Peru
  48 mi
- Huacachina Peru
  2 mi
- Ica Peru
  75 mi
- Nazca Peru
  250 mi
- Arequipa Peru
  22 mi
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- Salinas and Aguada Blanca National Reserve Peru
  42 mi
- Chivay Peru
  16 mi
- Canon del Colca Peru
  121 mi
- Puno Peru
  23 mi
- Taquile Island Peru
  5 mi
- Uros Reed Islands Peru
  17 mi
- Puno Peru
  207 mi
- Cusco Peru
  51 mi
- Rainbow Mountain Peru
  51 mi
- Cusco Peru
  14 mi
- Sacred Valley Peru
  13 mi
- Ollantaytambo Peru
  10 mi
- Inca Trail Peru
- Patallacta Peru
- Inca Trail Peru
  5 mi
- Runkuraqay Mountain Peru
  28 mi
- Sacred Valley Peru
  32 mi
- Winay Wayna Peru
  3 mi
- Machu Picchu Peru
  40 mi
- Cusco Peru
  51 mi
- Rainbow Mountain Peru
  51 mi
- Cusco Peru
  197 mi
- Puerto Maldonado Peru
  23 mi
- Tambopata National Reserve Peru
  529 mi
- Lima Peru
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What people love about 3-week tours

JinnyTraveled in August
4
I went on the Central Asia combined Sile Road tour with Steppe Journeys in Sep 2024. Steppe Journeys is one of the few tour operators that go to all five Stans. All in all, it was well organised and the tour covered a large number of amazing sights in all five countries. All hotels were three or four stars. Some were excellent and some less so, but they were all clean and comfortable. Also the transportation was good and comfortable. Ilya, our guide in Kyrgyzstan and Kazakhstan was a gem. Also Ahmed in Tajikistan was very good. Our experience of guides in Uzbekistan was not a good one. It was very disorganised and we had several guides in each city and some were with us for a few hours only. Often the English was not good and it was difficult to understand. Steppe Journeys is a good operator but will be better if they improve communications. My suggestion to the company is to create a WhatsApp group chat with each group so that the company can communicate directly with the members of the group and not through the guides, which is not always effective. Also, please give the group members the names and telephone numbers of the local guides, if possible. If you go on this tour, please bear the following in mind: 1) If you need a visa for Tajikistan, book well in advance as it takes time. the website crashes, payments do not go through etc. 2) If there are any problems contact Odyl (the owner) directly as the members of his team are not that quick and effective. 3) Get the contact details of the local travel agent in each country that Stepp Journeys works with and also the telephone numbers of Odyl and staff members. We were stuck in the Turkmenistan border for over two hours as the local guide did not turn up. It was not a nice experience. Our phones and internet networks did not work inside Turkmenistan. After a lot of attempts, one phone worked and we managed to contact Odyl. It would have been far easier if we had the local agents contact details. 4) In Turkmenistan, there are buses to take the passengers at the borders on either side and they charge a dollar or equivalent local currency per person. We did not have the right money as we were not aware. Therefore keep some local currency or one dollar notes for the buses. 5) Crossing the borders was a hard but interesting experience. You need to walk long distances on broken roads carrying your luggage. So, keep the suitcases light. 6) Download Taxi.Yandex app before you leave home. You cannot download it when you are there. I am so glad I went on this tour and Stepp Journeys did a lot to make us comfortable. A big thanks to Odyl. I will never forget Samarkand, Bukhara and Khiva in Uzbekistan, the natural beauty of Kyrgyzstan and the amazing capital cities. I wish I had more time to visit these countries in more detail. Well worth going on this trip.
Central Asia Combined Silk Road Tour
AmyTraveled in April
5
Bobby is an incredible tour guide with a wealth of knowledge about Vietnam’s culture, food, and history. He made the entire experience so enjoyable with his easy-going, funny, and bubbly personality, while always making sure everyone in the group felt safe, comfortable, and well looked after. Everything ran seamlessly thanks to him, and it truly made the trip unforgettable. I couldn’t have asked for a better guide to experience Vietnam with. Thank you, Bobby, for a trip of a lifetime! X
Vietnam + Cambodia Intro
RalphTraveled in August
5
great guide, great sites to visit topped with Inka trail
Absolute Peru