10 worthed-visit destinations in Vietnam during the Holiday Season
Apart from metropolises such as Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, you may wonder where to scavenge some other unique places in Vietnam to have a nice, relaxing sensation and unwind your worries during the holiday season. Leave the crowded central hubs behind, and follow Lua Viet Tours to the Top 10 worthed-visit destinations in the S-shaped country where you shall enjoy your holiday season well-deserved.
1. Sapa – Ha Giang Province
One of the places that you should not miss out on while visiting the North of Vietnam is Sapa. Ethnic houses looming in the mist every morning are always an attraction for tourists when coming here.
Hmong ethnic minority women of Northern Vietnam.
Besides colorful ethnic festivals, or traditional fairs in the early morning, consider reaching Fansipan Peak by cable car station and overlooking the misty scenery on “The Roof of Indochine”.
Colourfully dressed indigenous women of the Flower H’mong Ethnic Minority People at Bac Ha market.
If you feel a little bit more adventurous, hiking and camping on the trail up to the peak is a great testament to a fantastic experience. After tackling the big mountain, make your way to Ha Giang and explore Dong Van Stone Plateau, Lung Cu flagpole to embrace the breathtaking view of the surroundings.
Unidentified tourists attraction to top of Fansipan Mountain peak of Indochina, Lao Cai province northern of Vietnam.
2. Moc Chau – Son La Province
Known as the “Muse of the North West”, people would recall Moc Chau filled with the vast plum blossoms valleys and the plum orchards that are laden with fruit or the grass fields that stretch to the horizon. Every passenger who stops by would certainly be mesmerized by the scenery of this wonderland. From December to the end of January, Moc Chau impresses visitors because of its breezy atmosphere and the marvelous white plum blossoms covered all over the hills and mountains.
Mustard flowers are flooded on both sides of the road leading to Pa Phach village between rocky mountains.
In addition to the poetic, misty tea hills in the early mornings, the white mustard flowers of the region bring a unique beauty to the mountainous region. You should also partake in the culture of ethnic people here, as the fairs and festivals are great chances to immerse in the epic atmosphere of Moc Chau.
Canola flower garden serves visitors in Moc Chau Farm town. (Photo: Checkin Vietnam)
3. Yên Tử – Quảng Ninh Province
If you have had the opportunity to visit Ha Long Bay, then you should NOT miss this destination at all! Yen Tu Pagoda is known to be the homeland of Vietnam Buddhism, and also the birthplace of the Truc Lam Zen sect. Visit the famous religious site Yen Tu Truc Lam Zen Monastery on a pilgrimage to unwind your mind.
Nestled in the majestic beauty of the mountains, the complex of Yen Tu relics and landscapes has a quiet archaic essence. (Photo: Legacy Yen Tu)
Filled with vast and diverse greenery, Yen Tu attracts tireless travelers to come and explore. In addition, this place also stores a system of cultural and historical relics associated with the Tran Dynasty and the Truc Lam Yen Tu Zen sect. Coming here, don’t you forget to embrace the holy vibration of the place with various activities such as worshiping Truc Lam ancestors, and offering incense to Buddha,…
4. Da Lat City – Lam Dong Province
With its location high above the rugged mountains and surrounded by deep green vegetation, the atmosphere here is extremely airy and suitable for a trip to enjoy this winter. It is undeniable that Da Lat is one of the top destinations chosen by young people today. Most would find city life is too fast-forward, as Da Lat is a worthwhile destination for a chilling escape.
Da Lat Square, a popular place to gather around as it is the significant spot of the central city.
Many fascinating experiences and activities are waiting for you to explore in this City of a thousand flowers. Feel free to wander around the night market or stroll along the edge of Xuan Huong Lake in the morning. Visit Datanla Waterfall or make your way to Lang Biang Hill for a spectacular view of the whole city. Don’t forget to slow down a bit and enjoy sipping a cup of hot coffee to experience life as it is.
Dalat Railway Station is one of the must-visit-destinations while you travel here. It was designed in 1932 by French architects Moncet and Reveron and hold a unique architecture and historical value of the city.
5. Hue City – Thua Thien Hue Province
Hue is an ancient citadel of a hundred years of culture and history, its elegance and poise always charm visitors to come around. The enchanting land is characterized by the ancient beauty of mausoleums, and pagodas with architecture imbued with Vietnamese antiquity and dreaminess on river beds will help you understand better its uniqueness.
The spectacular Hue Imperial Palace.
Don’t miss out on traversing the epic Hue Citadel, Thien Mu Pagoda, Trang Tien Bridge, Perfume River, and more. Try out the local cuisine as the price is very affordable and easy to access anywhere, anytime.
Try out the local cuisine as the price is very affordable and easy to access anywhere, anytime.
6. Hoi An Ancient Town – Quang Nam Province
The peaceful and nostalgic Hoi An never disappoints travelers coming here. The former port city’s melting-pot history is reflected in its architecture, a mix of eras, and unique styles which make this place well-known among globetrotters.
Hoi An Ancient Town by night are lit up by colorful lanterns create a beautiful atmosphere for travelers.
With countless activities to dive into such as visiting the Chinese wooden houses and famous relics, colorful French colonial buildings, or joining a half-day Cooking class will have a cross-cultural experience coming to this unique heritage site.
Tourists partake in a Cooking Class in Hoi An.
7. Trang An – Ninh Binh Province
Not too unfamiliar to any travel lovers in the world, Trang An is the most prominent destination that you must visit once in a lifetime. Recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, its magnificent landscape has turned this place into the brightest pearl in a series of Ninh Binh attractions.
The magnificent limestones and peaceful environment ensure a wonderful experience for travelers coming to Trang An.
With a system of limestone, mountain ranges with a geological age of about 250 million years, over a long period of weathering by the change of earth, climate, advancing sea, and regressive sea have carried hundreds of giant valleys and caves. In this miracle land, there are also many wetland ecosystems, limestone forests, and relics associated with the history of the ancient capital of Hoa Lu.
Sailing down the tranquil river while immerse in the stunning landscapes of Ninh Binh.
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8. Can Tho City – Mekong Delta
The central hub of West Vietnam and the Mekong Delta has the best to offer you. Set your alarm and ready for an early morning experience at Cai Rang floating market, where breakfast is served readily in less than a minute; varied fruits, merchandise, and seafood are sold right on boats where you can easily see. Give the seller a holla wave if you want to purchase something and they will come to you instantly.
The vibrant atmosphere of Cai Rang Floating Market in the daytime.
It’s also a fun experience to visit the regional gardens as you can grope any fruit to your liking and eat it on the spot. Not only will you be able to listen to traditional South folk music (Don Ca Tai Tu) but to immerse in the melody and sipping some warm honey tea is a great exposure to the countryside lifestyle here!
The band is performing Don Ca Tai Tu – a traditional southern folk music.
9. Ba Den Mountain – Tay Ninh Province
The diverse landscapes and alluring local delicacies of Tay Ninh will surely mesmerize you. Not too far away from Ho Chi Minh City, this multitude of stunning lakes, mystical forests, ancient temples, and historical sites have the best to offer you.
More than 3500 lights brighten up the Ba Den Mountain by night, which creates a magnificent scene like thousands of stars shining on the “roof of the South”. Source: Tuoi Tre Newspaper.
Don’t miss out on Ba Den Mountain, as it boasts a tranquil natural landscape and is also the highest mountain in the southern region of Vietnam. It is an ideal spot for real risk-takers to challenge themselves by trekking to the peak. Or you can check in at some marvelous architectural cable car stations and visit a complex of pagodas, caves, and countless uniquely sculpted statues.
Every spring, Ba Den Festival will be hold as it is the biggest ceremony as a unique tradition of welcoming the New Year of Tay Ninh people. It is an event not to be missed in the journey to the sacred land of tourists.
10. Ky Co & Eo Gio – Quy Nhon Province
While Ky Co is a unique island with a sea surface, leaning against majestic mountains with blue oceanic water, Eo Gio has a more mysterious beauty, with a sunset system that goes between one side of the mountain and the other is the sea with waves crashing on the shore.
Enjoy a panoramic view of the winding and windy sea area in Quy Nhon.
This place is regarded as the Maldives of Vietnam, where the tranquil atmosphere and sand dunes are dazzling under the bright sun’s rays.
With smooth sand dunes and pristine clear beaches, Ky Co – Eo Gio is considered to be “the Maldives of Vietnam”.
When swimming at Ky Co beach, enjoy the pleasure of “jumping big waves” and comfortably enthrall yourself in the cool, clear blue water amid the hot summer sun. Scuba diving and discovering corals, and undersea creatures are a must-do!
