Top 5 Must-Visit Domestic Tours for the Lunar New Year

Both Ba Vang Pagoda and Yen Tu Pagoda offer breathtaking natural beauty and deep spiritual value. These destinations not only attract visitors with their stunning landscapes but also provide a peaceful retreat for the soul. Take time to explore and immerse yourself in these tranquil places during your Tet holiday journey in 2024.

Tour Information:

• Duration: 1 day
• Departure: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th day of Tet
• Transportation: by car
• Estimated Price: 650,000 VND per person (for mixed group tours)

Ba Vang Pagoda, located in Uong Bi commune, Quang Ninh province, is about 14 km from Ha Long City. Perched atop Ba Dong Mountain, Ba Vang Pagoda is renowned for its unique architecture and the natural beauty surrounding it. Visitors can enjoy stunning views of the mountains, experience the serene atmosphere, and seek inner peace. This site is also an important pilgrimage destination, attracting numerous visitors and Buddhists from both Vietnam and abroad.

Yen Tu Pagoda, situated in Yen Tu commune, Uong Bi district, Quang Ninh province, is considered the "spiritual capital" of Vietnam's Buddhism. It features an extensive complex with many temples, shrines, and smaller pagodas. The highlight is Dong Pagoda, the highest pagoda in Vietnam. To reach Dong Pagoda, you must climb 1,068 stone steps, but the magnificent views and sacred atmosphere will reward your efforts. Yen Tu is also home to the Yen Tu Festival, drawing thousands of participants every year.

Itinerary:

• Morning: Hanoi – Ba Vang Pagoda – lunch
• Afternoon: Yen Tu Pagoda – Hanoi

More Details: https://smiletravel.com.vn/tour/tour-du-xuan-tet-chua-ba-vang-chua-yen-tu/

Both Tam Chuc Pagoda and Di Tang Phi Lai Pagoda are famous religious sites with profound spiritual significance. You can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere, admire the unique architecture, and seek inner tranquility during your Tet journey in 2024.

Tour Information:

• Duration: 1 day
• Departure: 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th day of Tet
• Transportation: by car
• Estimated Price: 650,000 VND per person (for mixed group tours)

Tam Chuc Pagoda, located in Ba Sao commune, Kim Bang district, Ha Nam province, is about 70 km from Hanoi. Established on a vast area, it has hosted the International Buddhist Festival Tam Chuc since 2019. Known for its unique architecture and the harmonious blend of nature and design, Tam Chuc is a place for both pilgrimage and spiritual tourism.

Di Tang Phi Lai Pagoda is situated in Doi Son commune, Phu Ly city, Ha Nam province, approximately 60 km from Hanoi. Built in 2000, this pagoda combines traditional and modern architectural elements. The 15-story bell tower houses valuable religious artifacts. Di Tang Phi Lai also has extensive grounds with scenic gardens and walkways, offering visitors a peaceful place to explore and learn about Buddhist culture. It's a perfect destination for those seeking spiritual peace and cultural understanding.

Itinerary:

• Morning: Hanoi – Tam Chuc Pagoda – lunch
• Afternoon: Di Tang Phi Lai Pagoda – Hanoi

More Details: https://smiletravel.com.vn/tour/tour-du-xuan-tet-chua-tam-chuc-dia-tang-phi-lai/

Moc Chau, a peaceful and charming plateau located about 200 km from Hanoi, has long attracted travelers with its pristine beauty and the unique culture of the local ethnic people. With PYS Travel's 2-day 1-night Moc Chau tour, you can escape the hustle and bustle of city life, relax, and enjoy the local specialties that this enchanting region has to offer.

Departure Dates:

• February 12, 2024 (3rd day of Tet)
• February 13, 2024 (4th day of Tet)
• February 17, 2024 (8th day of Tet)

Estimated Price: 1,980,000 VND per person

On this 2-day 1-night tour of Moc Chau, visitors will not only be captivated by the breathtaking white mustard flowers blanketing the plateau, but will also have the opportunity to visit famous tourist spots in Moc Chau, such as the beautiful Moc Chau Tea Hill, Nà Ka Plum Valley, and the majestic Dải Yếm Waterfall – a true gem of the Moc Chau highlands.

Itinerary:

• DAY 01: HANOI – MOC CHAU – HAPPY LAND – DẢI YẾM WATERFALL (Lunch, Dinner)
• DAY 02: HEART-SHAPED TEA HILL – NÀ KA PLUM VALLEY – HANOI (Breakfast, Lunch)

More Details: https://pystravel.vn/tour/98-tour-du-lich-moc-chau-son-la.html

The 3-day 2-night Ha Giang tour entices visitors with its striking mountain roads, the majestic Nho Que River, breathtaking flower seasons, peaceful villages, and vibrant local markets.

Departure Dates:

• February 11, 2024 (2nd day of Tet)
• February 12, 2024 (3rd day of Tet)
• February 13, 2024 (4th day of Tet)
• February 16, 2024 (7th day of Tet)

Estimated Price: 2,980,000 VND

In the spring, when visiting Ha Giang’s highland districts, travelers will have the opportunity to join traditional festivals of the local ethnic groups. Experience the Gau Tao Festival, where the Mong people pray for good fortune from the first to the fifteenth day of the lunar new year in the Dong Van stone plateau area; witness the Tet celebrations of the Lo Lo people in Dong Van and Meo Vac; and participate in the Long Tong Festival of the Tay people, praying for favorable weather and abundant crops. February and March, with the blooming of peach and plum flowers, fill the villages with the soft pink of peach blossoms and the pure white of plum blossoms, creating a breathtaking and romantic landscape.

Itinerary:

• DAY 1: HANOI – QUAN BA – YEN MINH
• DAY 2: YEN MINH – DONG VAN STONE PLATEAU – NHO QUE RIVER – MA PI LENG
• DAY 3: DONG VAN – BAC SUM – HANOI

More Details: https://pystravel.vn/tour/100-tour-du-lich-ha-giang.html

The Ba Be Lake – Ban Gioc Waterfall 3-day 2-night tour combines two of the most stunning natural sites in Northern Vietnam. Ban Gioc Waterfall (Cao Bang), one of the four largest waterfalls in the world situated along the border between countries, and Ba Be Lake (Bac Kan), one of the 100 largest freshwater lakes globally, promise a journey through extraordinary beauty.

Departure Dates:

• February 12, 2024 (3rd day of Tet)
• February 13, 2024 (4th day of Tet)
• February 16, 2024 (7th day of Tet)

Estimated Price: 2,980,000 VND per person

When you visit these locations, you'll be immersed in majestic, untouched landscapes that are both rugged and poetic. This is an adventure for those who love exploring natural wonders, where the harmony of the sky, clouds, mountains, and rivers unfolds before you.

Itinerary:

• DAY 1: HANOI – BAC KAN – BA BE LAKE (Lunch, Dinner)
• DAY 2: BAC KAN – CAO BANG – PAC PO (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
• DAY 3: CAO BANG – BAN GIOC WATERFALL – NGUOM NGAO CAVE – HANOI (Breakfast, Lunch)

More Details: https://pystravel.vn/tour/102-ho-ba-be-thac-ban-gioc.html