Top 10 Hottest Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest Tourist Destinations

As the warm rays of spring approach, the cold expanse of the Northwest region comes alive with renewed vitality. Surely, anyone who has set foot in the Northwest is captivated by the majestic mountains, picturesque terraced fields resembling paintings. If you have the chance to travel during Tet, don't miss the 10 hottest Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest tourist destinations in 2024. Let's explore the lingering memories and flavors of Tet Nguyen Dan in the Northwest through the following article with Mytour!

1. Why Choose Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest Travel?

It's no coincidence that many travelers choose Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest tourist destinations. The picturesque natural landscapes, hospitable people here have captured countless dreamy hearts. Whether you're a first-time visitor or quite familiar with mountainous scenery, spring in the Northwest still brings a unique feeling. It's when apricot blossoms burst into life, white plum blossoms adorn distant hillsides, and tender shoots emerge after a long winter.

More than just a season, not only spring, every season in the Northwest is beautiful. The weather is refreshing, cool in all four seasons, with countless flowers displaying their colors, fragrant trees bearing sweet fruits. However, spring remains the most memorable season. When Tet arrives and spring comes, the entire Northwest sky is imbued with new life. At this time, the Northwest is as beautiful as a fairyland with fields of flowers stretching across the mountains.

The image of blooming plum blossoms has become synonymous with spring in the Northwest (Image source: Collected)

If you travel to the Northwest for Tet Nguyen Dan, you will have the opportunity to admire fields of cherry blossoms and plum blossoms. When cherry blossoms bloom in succession, it signals the arrival of a new spring. Along the Northwest routes, you can easily spot long-standing cherry blossom trees bursting into bloom. In the remote valleys, the pure white plum blossoms show off their elegance. All of this paints a picture of the majestic and delightful Northwest landscape.

If you're unsure where to go for this Tet Nguyen Dan, consider traveling to the Northwest during the Tet holiday! It promises to be a journey filled with unforgettable memories for your family.

2. Top 10 Hottest Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest Tourist Destinations in 2024

Where to travel to the Northwest for Tet Nguyen Dan in 2024? This has become a recent question of interest for many travel enthusiasts. Aside from traditional Tet activities like visiting hometowns and relatives, most people will choose to travel with family during this time.

It's no exaggeration to say that traveling during Tet is an opportunity to strengthen family bonds and create many memories after a busy year. Understanding the sentiments of travelers, Mytour suggests the Top 10 most beloved Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest tourist destinations.

2.1 Sapa - Lao Cai

The most promising candidate for Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest travel is none other than Sapa. Every Lunar New Year, people flock to Sapa to admire the scenery and enjoy the cool weather. Despite Sapa's January temperatures hovering around 5°C, many families still long to visit. Among them, cloud hunting and watching snow fall on Fansipan peak are the top reasons why you'd want to pack your bags for Sapa immediately!

Nothing beats savoring fragrant grilled meat skewers and experiencing the chilling cold under the Sapa sky. Visiting Sapa during Tet, travelers also have the chance to admire cherry and plum blossoms in full bloom along village roads. If you love the taste of spring mixed with a cool atmosphere, head to Sapa in early January!

Some Sapa attractions you can explore: Ham Rong Mountain, Cat Cat village, Cloud Bridge, Heaven's Gate, Silver Waterfall, Taphin ethnic village, etc.

2.2 Moc Chau - Son La

Which Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest tourist destinations are famous? When spring arrives, Moc Chau returns to its most pristine beauty. Anyone who has visited Moc Chau once wishes to return many more times, especially during the early days of spring in the villages of Moc Chau. At that time, the sun begins to warm up, cherry branches, apricot branches, and fields of flowers bloom abundantly, embracing the entire plateau.

Travelers can freely check-in amidst the lush green tea hills in Moc Chau during Tet Nguyen Dan (Image source: Collected)

Moreover, with its cool, airy climate, travelers can indulge in virtual living with the most beautiful coordinates during Tet Nguyen Dan, such as Heart-shaped Tea Hill, Shan Tuyet Village, Naka Plum Valley, Bản Lùn Mustard Field. Or simply explore, discover Bat Cave, Dai Yem Waterfall, Moc Chau Farming Town. On the last days of the itinerary, you can participate in ethnic people's markets, pick strawberries at Chimi Farm.

2.3 Ta Xua - Son La

When mentioning the highest cloud hunting coordinates for Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest travel, one cannot forget Ta Xua. Ta Xua is a remote highland commune located in Son La province, adjacent to Yen Bai province. In recent years, Ta Xua has caused a stir across the internet and become a famous cloud hunting destination in the Northwest.

On the journey to conquer Ta Xua peak, you will admire the picturesque landscape with fog covering the valleys. At an altitude of 2,875 meters, travelers atop Ta Xua are completely immersed in the swirling clouds, creating layers of beautiful white fog. If you're unsure where to go this Tet, you can visit Ta Xua to hunt clouds once in a lifetime.

Ta Xua is one of the super hot cloud hunting coordinates during the early days of the year in the Northwest (Image source: Collected)

Additionally, you can visit popular attractions in Ta Xua such as the dinosaur spine Hang Dong, turtle head rock formations, lonely apple cat tree on Wind Peak, etc.

2.4 Mu Cang Chai - Yen Bai

When spring arrives, Mu Cang Chai adorns itself with the vibrant yellow of rapeseed flowers. When choosing a Northern Tet travel destination in Mu Cang Chai, you will be overwhelmed by the vast fields of rapeseed flowers stretching across the sky. Harmonizing with the cool air of early spring, Mu Cang Chai exudes a pure and gentle beauty.

If you love the 'peaceful tranquility' of the Northwest, visit Mu Cang Chai (Image source: Collected)

To have the opportunity to admire the most beautiful rapeseed fields in spring, you can visit: Che Cu Nha, De Xu Phinh, La Pan Tan, etc. These are also considered the most visited check-in coordinates during Tet Nguyen Dan. Additionally, if you're in Mu Cang Chai at the beginning of the year, you must visit Khau Pha Pass. Every year, this place hosts the Flying Festival over the golden season with many exciting activities.

2.5 Mai Chau - Hoa Binh

Mai Chau - Pu Luong emerges as a 'Little Bali' amidst the Northwestern sky in recent years. Mai Chau can be considered the most beautiful terraced fields destination among the Northern Tet travel destinations. Visitors here cannot help but be enchanted by a land of picturesque landscapes.

If you enjoy an extended trip in the Northwest, Mai Chau will offer countless exciting destinations (Image source: Collected)

Moreover, the temperature in Mai Chau ranges from 15°C to 20°C, suitable for sightseeing activities. If you have the opportunity to travel to Mai Chau during Tet, you can check-in at famous places like Lac Village, Thung Nai Port known as the miniature Ha Long Bay, etc. Especially, don't miss experiencing and exploring the lifestyle, customs, and habits of the White Thai ethnic people in Van Village, Pom Coong, Buoc Village, etc.

2.6 Y Ty - Lao Cai

If you have fallen in love with the majestic natural landscapes of Sapa, don't overlook Y Ty - the perfect spot for cloud hunting in Lao Cai. Y Ty is a highland commune in Bat Xat district, inhabited mainly by the H'mong people. Compared to other Northwestern destinations, the road to Y Ty is more challenging and rugged than ever.

Blossoming cherry blossoms cover a corner of the sky in Y Ty (Image source: Collected)

To conquer the altitude of over 2000 meters, tourists must overcome winding roads and steep passes. However, when you truly set foot in Y Ty, you will be completely immersed in a sea of ​​white clouds floating amidst the distant horizon. Alongside Sapa, Y Ty is the most beautiful cloud hunting spot in Lao Cai province that you should not miss on this year's Northern Tet travel journey.

2.7 Bac Ha - Lao Cai

Bac Ha is also known as the “White Plateau of Northwestern Vietnam”. Bac Ha attracts thousands of tourists every year with its picturesque landscapes, majestic mountains, and hospitable locals.

Enjoy the vibrant blooming fields of flowers in Bac Ha this Lunar New Year (Image source: Collected)

Although Bac Ha is just a highland area in Lao Cai province, it is blessed with abundant natural resources. This includes a dense system of caves, majestic mountain ranges, and year-round blooming forests. Each season brings a different beauty to Bac Ha, but only spring here brings the refreshing and pleasant feeling of the Northwestern mountains. Therefore, Bac Ha can be an ideal destination for Northern Tet travel for your upcoming holiday!

2.8 Dien Bien

Few know that Dien Bien - a land of heroic feats from the past, can be so beautifully poetic. Dien Bien evokes nostalgia in many travelers when they first set foot here, with its magnificent landscapes like the lush green Muong Thanh field and the picturesque Pha Din pass.

When traveling to Dien Bien in spring, visitors will marvel at the hills covered in white ban flowers stretching across the horizon. Moreover, Dien Bien also boasts a romantic flower island located in the Pá Khoáng commune, known as the “Cherry Blossom Paradise”. In the past, this small island was completely isolated from the mainland. Now, you can cross the Pá Khoáng lake by boat to visit this cherry blossom island, which is as beautiful as a “hidden gem”.

No other destination in Northwestern Vietnam possesses a more splendid cherry blossom garden than the Pá Khoáng commune in Dien Bien (Image source: Collected)

It is expected that during this Lunar New Year, hundreds of cherry blossom trees will bloom gloriously on the Cherry Blossom Island in Pá Khoáng commune. Instead of traveling to distant Japan to admire cherry blossoms, why not explore Tet Festival in Northwest Vietnam in Dien Bien?

2.9 Mau Son - Lang Son

When mentioning Lang Son, many people will immediately think of Mau Son tourist area with its magnificent natural scenery. Unlike other mountainous areas, Mau Son has been a tourist destination exploited by the French for a long time. This is why the area still retains many European-style resort villas. It's not an exaggeration to liken Mau Son to the 'proud muse of the mountains'.

Though not as famous as other tourist destinations, Mau Son still attracts a large number of devoted fans who visit every year (Image source: Collected)

Whether it's spring or chilly winter, the temperature here ranges from 7°C to 17°C. This not only allows travelers to enjoy the fresh air but also provides opportunities for many other interesting experiences. When visiting Mau Son, you can visit Khuoi Ky village to learn about the culture and way of life of the Dao people. Or simply dress in traditional costumes for a check-in session.

If you visit Mau Son during the Lunar New Year, don't miss other attractions like Suoi Long Dau, the ancient area of Mau Son,...

2.10 Dong Van - Ha Giang

Though not as famous as other landmarks, Dong Van has a special appeal to those who love tranquility. Visiting Dong Van at the beginning of the year, you will have the chance to admire fields of yellow mustard flowers and blossoming plum blossoms across the sky. Moreover, amidst the cold weather and white mist, the entire Dong Van plateau is adorned with stunning beauty.

The peaceful scenery of Dong Van ancient town during the beginning of the new year (Source: Collection)

Dong Van offers a gentle, tranquil feeling that you can't find in any other Northwest destinations. However, this doesn't make Dong Van dull. On the contrary, when choosing a Lunar New Year destination in Dong Van, you'll experience the rustic life of mountainous people. Every full moon night, you have the opportunity to immerse yourself in the mystical space of red lanterns hanging high, illuminating every corner of the streets.

If you want to change the atmosphere for the Lunar New Year days, Dong Van will be an ideal destination. Some famous attractions in Dong Van that you can visit include: Dong Van ancient town, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Yen Minh town, Maize Triangle flower fields, King Cat's mansion,...

3. Travel experiences in Northwest Vietnam during Lunar New Year

Tet Nguyen Dan is also the peak season for traveling to Northwest Vietnam. Therefore, transportation, hotel booking, and tour scheduling will face more challenges than ever. To help travelers have a complete journey to Northwest Vietnam during Tet Nguyen Dan, Mytour will suggest some important experiences as follows:

3.1 Transportation to Northwest Vietnam

In fact, Na San Airport in Son La province is temporarily closed. Therefore, if your starting point is from Ho Chi Minh City or Hanoi, you cannot fly to Northwest Vietnam. Mytour suggests 2 popular means of transportation to Northwest Vietnam:

• Bus: From Hanoi, you can take buses like Sao Viet, Hai Van Express,... to Northwest Vietnam. The price for a one-way ticket ranges from 150,000 VND to 350,000 VND/person. For travelers from southern provinces, you should take a train or plane to Noi Bai Airport (Hanoi) then take a bus to Northwest Vietnam. This journey may take about 1 - 2 days depending on the mode of transportation.

• Train: When traveling by train, you can choose from two main routes: Route 1 - Train from Hanoi to Northwest Vietnam, Route 2 - Train from Hanoi to Northwest Vietnam. Train ticket prices for the two routes range from 650,000 VND - 1,200,000 VND/passenger.

3.2 Packing Essentials for Northwest Vietnam Trip?

Due to the cold climate in Northwest Vietnam, you need to prepare and bring along all necessary items to avoid shortages. Here are some essential items for your Tet Nguyen Dan Northwest Vietnam trip:

• Clothing, Footwear: Typically, spring in Northwest Vietnam is quite pleasant and cool. Therefore, you should bring breathable and spacious clothing. At night, the temperature in Northwest Vietnam is colder. Hence, you may prepare a few thin jackets to avoid catching a cold at night. A sincere advice is to wear sports shoes because the mountainous terrain in Northwest Vietnam is quite challenging.

• Personal Items: Don't forget to bring essential items such as: Sunscreen, toothbrush, face wash, shampoo, shower gel, sunglasses, raincoat, umbrella, hat,...

• Cash: There are very few ATMs or establishments using online payment apps on the Northwest mountain range. Therefore, you should have enough cash on hand to pay for transportation fees, meals, entrance tickets, souvenir purchases, etc.

• Preventive Medicine: Regardless, health remains a top priority. To ensure your body stays healthy, you should carry various preventive medicines such as cold medicine, pain relievers, motion sickness medicine, insect repellent,...

• Personal Documents: Don't forget to bring your ID card, passport, driver's license,... These are essential documents for booking accommodations, renting motorbikes, buying train tickets, bus tickets, etc. Another small tip is to keep all personal documents in a small bag for easy carrying. This not only prevents document loss but also makes them easier to find.

3.3 Estimated Costs for Independent Tet Nguyen Dan Trip to Northwest Vietnam

Depending on the economic conditions, needs, and starting point of each individual, the travel expenses will vary. Here's Mytour's estimated expenses for traveling to Northwest Vietnam during Tet:

• Flight tickets from Saigon to Hanoi (round trip): Range from 1 million to 2 million VND per person (depending on the airline and timing of ticket purchase). Buying flight tickets during Tet will be more expensive than usual.

• Sleeper bus tickets: From Hanoi to Northwest, the price of sleeper bus tickets ranges from 150,000 VND to 300,000 VND per person (one way).

• Motorbike rental fees: 150,000 VND per day per bike + 50,000 VND for petrol.

• Hotel, guesthouse rental fees: Range from 300,000 VND to 2,000,000 VND per night.

• Entrance fees, entertainment at some destinations: 500,000 VND to 2,000,000 VND.

• Food expenses: 200,000 VND to 700,000 VND per person.

=> Total estimated expenses for Tet Northwest Vietnam Trip: Range from 2,000,000 VND to 6,000,000 VND per person.

4. Book Northwest Vietnam Tet Tour at Mytour

In reality, it can be seen that the cost of independent travel to Northwest Vietnam is significantly higher than going on a tour. The biggest advantage of independent travel is the flexibility in itinerary and time. However, overall observation shows that group tours still help travelers save time and money while ensuring a complete itinerary.

Mytour travel company has nearly 15 years of experience in organizing tours (Source: Collection)

Currently, Mytour is offering many attractive Northwest Vietnam Tet tours at affordable prices. Moreover, when booking a Northwest tour with Mytour, travelers will be fully taken care of from meals, transportation to accommodation, and entrance fees. Here are the reasons why you should book a Northwest tour with Mytour this Tet season:

• Nearly 15 years of operation experience: Mytour is a travel company with nearly 15 years of experience in planning and designing tours. Besides, the company has successfully organized many domestic and international tours. Therefore, travelers can completely trust the quality of Mytour's services.

• Affordable prices: With Mytour, customers have the opportunity to receive many discounts, attractive gifts, and affordable prices. Even during the expensive Tet days, Mytour's tour prices always ensure stability for customers.

• Comprehensive package from A to Z: When registering for a Northwest Tet tour with Mytour, travelers will be fully taken care of from standard hotels, meals to transportation, destinations, entrance tickets, etc.

• Experienced staff: Mytour has a team of dedicated staff who are always available to support and answer questions anytime, anywhere 24/7. Moreover, the tour guides are highly professional, ensuring a complete and enjoyable trip.

Above is the complete information related to the travel destinations in Northwest Vietnam during Lunar New Year. With insights shared by Mytour, you are sure to have an exhilarating Lunar New Year trip to Northwest Vietnam filled with joy alongside your family in a new land. Contact the Mytour hotline if you're interested in booking an affordable Lunar New Year tour to Northwest Vietnam with Mytour.