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Moc Chau, known for its picturesque beauty, welcomes visitors with its serene and gentle ambiance. With cool air and misty fog, many find delight in their first steps here. While Moc Chau is famous for its blooming white Bauhinia flowers, white plum blossoms, and white mustard flower hills, summer brings forth the majestic and magnificent beauty of the Northwest natural forests. Join Mytour to discover this special experience on a budget-friendly summer trip!
1. Pha Luong Peak
Standing at approximately 2000m above sea level, Pha Luong Peak is perfect for the adventurous souls seeking exploration and experience. The path to Pha Luong Peak is immortalized in Tay Tien poetry, and it takes about 3-4 hours of trekking to reach the top. Pha Luong emerges with a solemn and mysterious beauty, shrouded in layers of ethereal mist and fog, yet truly captivating.
Behold the majestic beauty of nature from the summit of Pha Luong - curated image
Ascending to the peak involves navigating through intertwining bamboo forests, rugged paths, steep slopes. However, the journey offers ever-changing landscapes, towering maple trees, paths blanketed with golden leaves... it feels like a scene from a movie. For adventure enthusiasts, scaling Pha Luong is an incredibly thrilling and memorable experience.
Experience the sensation of being amidst the sky and towering mountains - curated image
2. Ban Ang
Embark on a scenic journey from Nong Truong Moc Chau town, heading 2km south along Highway 43 to reach Ang Village. This picturesque settlement is home to the Thai ethnic minority. Viewed from above, Ang Village resembles a beautiful landscape painting, with traditional stilt houses peeking out amidst lush greenery.
Ang Village reveals its charm with traditional stilt houses - image source
Spanning 43 hectares, Ang Village's pine forest sits adjacent to a serene lake. The vast, verdant pine forest stretches along the lakeside, casting refreshing shadows onto the clear water, creating a dreamy and gentle natural scenery. Ang Village's pine forest is likened to a 'Dalat of the Northwest' due to its beauty and allure.
Ang Village's stunning pine forest by the tranquil lake - image source
Exploring Moc Chau this season, you can stroll along the lake, venture into the pine forest, and camp amidst nature. Romantic couples can rent tandem bicycles or pedal boats to enjoy the refreshing natural breeze. Additionally, visiting Ang Village, travelers have the opportunity to experience the daily life of the locals, ride horses around the pine forest, and savor delicious local cuisine.
3. Moc Suong Tea Hill
Located in Tan Lap commune, Moc Suong Tea Hill is the most beautiful tea hill in Moc Chau. With its romantic scenery, Moc Suong Tea Hill attracts many couples for sightseeing and wedding photoshoots. The best time to visit is early in the morning when dewdrops still linger on the leaves. At this time, the scenery appears surreal in the mist, with vibrant green tea hills captivating the heart. Walking amidst the endless rows of tea, one feels like wandering in a vast tea ocean. Surely, this destination is a must-visit in this travel itinerary.
Endless green tea hills reaching to the horizon - image source
Perfect for the 'Instagrammable' moments of young travelers - image source
4. Dải Yếm Waterfall
Dải Yếm Waterfall exudes the gentle beauty of a woman, intertwined with local folklore. The best time to visit is from April to August when the waterfall cascades vigorously with frothy, cool water. From afar, the waterfall resembles a 'yếm' (a traditional Vietnamese bodice), gracefully bridging the sky and the earth, both majestic and poetic. The sound of flowing water, coupled with the surrounding mountainous forest melodies, adds to the lively atmosphere, attracting visitors. Amidst the scorching noon heat of summer, taking a refreshing dip in the cool waters of Dải Yếm Waterfall followed by finding a shady spot under the trees for a cheerful picnic is simply delightful.
The waterfall cascades down like a ribbon - image source
5. Moc Huong Cave
Also known as Bat Cave, this is one of the most fascinating attractions in Moc Chau. It is a National Monument with unique values and beauty of various stalactites. Stepping into the cave, visitors are amazed to witness a magical scene: shimmering stalactites in all seven rainbow colors hanging down from the high cave ceiling. Numerous stalactite blocks flow down from above to the cave floor, reaching over 20 meters high, resembling the roots of ancient giant trees. Along the cave walls, numerous stalactite blocks hanging down from the ceiling have formed various shapes, crafted by nature.
Stacked stalactite columns create a truly majestic scene - Image source
Light streaming in creates a magical beauty for the cave - Image source
6. Sunrise amidst Misty Veils
If you have the chance to wake up to the sunrise in Moc Chau on a foggy day, you'll witness the surreal beauty of this plateau. As the sun rises like a blazing fire, you can clearly see thin layers of mist, like smoke, enveloping the hills and mountains. The morning sunlight gradually dissipates the mist, creating stunning landscapes. It takes great luck to behold such a heavenly sight.
A morning sunrise over Moc Chau - image source
Summer is approaching, the air becomes fresher and cooler, making the scenery here even more vibrant and colorful. So why hesitate? Step out of your shell, pack your backpack, and head to Moc Chau now!
