Top 16 Most Exciting Mountain Tourist Destinations in Vietnam

If you're passionate about exploring Vietnam and love your country, you surely cannot miss out on Bà Nà Hill in Đà Nẵng City. The Bà Nà - Núi Chúa tourist area is about 30km west of Đà Nẵng city center. Dubbed as the road to heaven with its elevation of 1,487m above sea level, and with a cool climate year-round, Bà Nà is an ideal eco-tourism and resort destination in Central Vietnam. A visit here will leave an unforgettable memory of drifting clouds and admiring the stunning scenery.

Pù Luông is a nature reserve located in the districts of Bá Thước and Quan Hóa, in the northwest of Thanh Hóa province, 130 km from the city center of Thanh Hóa. Situated in the western border region of the country, Pù Luông is characterized by its stilt houses nestled beside rocky mountains. Adventure enthusiasts can hike, cross waterfalls in Pù Luông, and experience a meaningful journey.

The next destination Mytour wants to introduce to you is Sa Pa. When you come to Sa Pa, you cannot miss the experience of conquering Phan Si Păng Peak – the roof of Indochina with a height of 3143 meters, located in the center of the Hoàng Liên Sơn mountain range. Phan Si Păng Peak is 9km from Sa Pa, and to climb to the top of this mountain, it takes about 5 - 6 days. If you want to experience an exciting journey, you can hike up the mountain instead of using the cable car to the summit. Phan Si Păng has long been an attractive tourist destination, so why don't you try a mountain trip with Sa Pa once?

Also one of the attractive tourist destinations for mountain lovers. Yen Tu Mountain is a natural scenic spot, which also preserves many historical relics with the nickname 'the land of Vietnamese Buddhism ancestors'. The summit of the mountain is often covered in clouds, so it used to be called Bach Van Son. The total length of the road to the top of Yen Tu is about 6000m with 6 hours of continuous walking through thousands of stone steps, mountain forest paths... And now there is a cable car available for tourists who want to climb the mountain. If you are someone who enjoys mountain climbing, then don't miss Yen Tu Mountain.

Mai Châu is an enticing district for tourists with cliffs over 500 meters high, ranging from 1 to 30 meters wide, with an average ceiling height of 10 meters, and even some areas as high as 30 meters. Here, you can visit Hang Chiều with a staircase leading to the cave entrance consisting of 1200 stone steps. You will experience the magnificent and breathtaking natural scenery that once you visit, you will likely never forget!

As one of the most enticing mountain tourist destinations in the Southeast region, Ba Den Mountain is nestled within a complex of cultural and historical relics due to its picturesque landscape and numerous legends in Tay Ninh. This mountain attracts visitors from afar with its majestic scenery, abundant caves, and magnificent temples. Particularly, it is closely associated with the legend of Lady Ly Thiên Hương, featuring enchanting landscapes that have made Ba Den Mountain a beloved destination among young people in the Southern region.

Similar to Mai Châu, Mộc Châu is also a district in Sơn La province. Here, you will witness firsthand the breathtaking landscapes of the vast and beautiful plateau, with a temperate climate and famous tourist spots such as Hang Doi, Mộc Châu pine forest, Thái Hưng waterfall... and not to mention the tea hills and grassy fields in Mộc Châu town. This place always entices travelers and adventurous youth to explore!

Lang Biang Mountain, located 12km north of Đà Lạt city center, is always an appealing mountain destination for young travelers. You have 3 ways to reach the mountain peak: by jeep, on foot, or climbing with ropes. There is also a forest path of about 2km leading to the top. The most exciting feeling for tourists is being on top of the Radja hill over 2,000m high, where you can admire the dreamy city of Đà Lạt.

Standing at 649 meters high, nestled along National Highway 1A, 28 kilometers south of Phan Thiết in Bình Thuận province, Tà Cú Mountain is always an enticing spot for adventurous travelers. To reach the mountain peak nestled in the restricted forest area, tourists may need about 2 hours to conquer the 2,290 meters of steep paths. Bằng Lăng is the steepest slope, inclined at 45°. Here, you'll get to admire the breathtaking scenery and relax amidst the heavenly landscape.

Núi Chúa National Park, located in Ninh Hải district, Ninh Thuận province, boasts a stunning location. To the east and south lies the East Sea, to the north is the lower part of Cam Ranh Bay, and to the south is the Nại Lagoon, while to the west, the view extends to National Highway 1A. The popular route starts from Đá Hang hamlet, crossing the terraced fields of the Raglai people, stopping to camp at Ô Liêm stream, and continuing to ascend the mountain peak the next morning. Along the way up Núi Chúa, you'll encounter rugged streams meandering through rocky crevices, herds of mountain goats foraging or resting under the shade of trees. As you near the foot of the mountain, you can trek through the forest to the sea to enjoy the pristine beauty of Vĩnh Hy.

Tam Đảo is a mountain range in Northeast Vietnam, spanning across the provinces of Vĩnh Phúc, Thái Nguyên, and Tuyên Quang. Known as Tam Đảo, the area is named after three towering peaks piercing through the sea of clouds: Thạch Bàn, Thiên Thị, and Máng Chỉ. The highest peak stands at an elevation of 1591 meters above sea level. Visiting Tam Đảo, you'll be enchanted by its pristine beauty and mystical fog. In Tam Đảo, it seems like the weather in a year is condensed into a single day, with spring flowers blooming every morning, warm summer sun at noon, gradually cooling autumn evenings, and chilly winds at night. Have you been here? If not, you should definitely pay a visit sometime.

Standing at 705 meters high within the mystical Thất Sơn mountain range, Forbidden Mountain boasts cool climate and stunning scenery. This place is steeped in enigmatic legends and myths, attracting adventurous travelers to conquer its peaks. The path leading up the mountain resembles a winding snake stretching from the foot to the summit. Each elevation reveals different fascinating wonders. If your journey begins early in the morning, you'll witness clouds floating lazily above the vast expanse of rice fields.

Located in Xuân Lộc district, Đồng Nai province, about 110km from Ho Chi Minh City, Contain Foot Mountain stands at 837m high, ranking second in the Southeastern region, often referred to as Gia Ray or Gia Lào Mountain. With this altitude, it's not too difficult for tourists to achieve a rewarding experience when conquering Contain Foot. The mountainous path is adorned with vast fields of wild grass, perfect for capturing memorable moments. Moreover, this area is home to the sacred Bửu Quang Pagoda and the famous three-root one-branch banyan tree that you cannot miss.

From the summit of Contain Foot, visitors have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the pure essence of nature, breathing in the cool, moist air mingled with refreshing dew. Below, clouds drift like silver mist enveloping the hill, revealing the lush green scenery of Đồng Nai land from a different perspective when the sun rises steadily.

Mount Mrs. Rá, standing at 723m high, is located in Phước Long town, Bình Phước province. Mrs. Rá offers a peaceful, romantic atmosphere, surrounded by majestic nature. From Đồng Xoài town, follow provincial road 741, passing through the center of Phước Long town to the Bà Rá mountain cable car station, then proceed 500m to the mountain road. You can ride a motorbike up to about 150m altitude to Bằng Lăng hill. To the right of Bằng Lăng hill are stone steps forming the main path up the mountain. On both sides are intertwined bamboo rows providing shade along the way. At the mountain top, tourists can freely enjoy the panoramic view of Thác Mơ hydroelectric reservoir and the picturesque scenery of this area.

Bidoup is the highest mountain in Bidoup - Bà National Park, located in Lạc Dương district about 50 km from Đà Lạt. If you're a first-time mountain climber with moderate fitness, you can choose the itinerary for the first day from road DT 723 to the camping site near the mountain peak (17 km long), and the second day from the camping site to the Bidoup summit and down to the foot of the mountain at Long Lanh station (10 km long). The scenery along the journey to conquer Bidoup peak is stunning, with pine hills, vegetation carpets, waterfalls... all of which help alleviate fatigue.

This route traverses three provinces: Lâm Đồng, Ninh Thuận, and Bình Thuận. It serves as a transition road, connecting from the plateau down to the central coast, with elevations ranging from 1,100 meters to 500 meters above sea level. When deciding to embark on this adventurous journey, you'll have to tackle 55 kilometers of forest trails, mountain passes, and challenging stream crossings. Despite the hardships, you'll undoubtedly be awestruck by the majestic landscapes of the mountainous terrain and the splendid natural scenery.