Vietnam's Magnificent Harvest Season

A vivid depiction of vast rice fields and mesmerizing terraced landscapes, enchanting and captivating, creates the stunning golden season across Vietnam.

Vietnam's Gorgeous Ripe Rice Season

HA GIANG

The northern region of the country is home to the most beautiful terraced rice fields in the S-shaped land. These tiered rice fields stack layer upon layer, cascading down the mountainsides, creating a breathtaking sight. Every autumn, professional photographers and adventure enthusiasts flock here to capture the beauty of the ripe rice season.

LANG SON

Bac Son Valley (Lang Son), located approximately 160 km from Hanoi, is also a wonderful destination for you to admire the picturesque scenery of ripe rice fields.

Rice in Bac Son is planted at different times, so there are fields harvested earlier and fields harvested later. The combination of lush green and ripe golden rice fields creates unique and fascinating patches of color. The ideal time to admire ripe rice in Bac Son is in the middle of November.

LAO CAI

Belonging to Bat Xat district (Lao Cai), Y Ty has become a cloud-hunting destination that attracts many young people in recent years. This majestic mountainous land boasts soft, winding rice terraces resembling hundreds of enticing golden waves, offering a completely different feeling from other places.

In addition to Y Ty, when you come to Bat Xat district, you can also drive along the mountain slopes to find beautiful photo spots in villages such as A Lu, Ta Cu Ty, Sang Ma Sao…

A familiar name in Northwest tourism, Sa Pa (Lao Cai) is also the paradise of terraced fields with the soft and harmonious beauty of ripe golden rice amidst the picturesque and romantic mountainous forest scenery.

The magnificent beauty of Sa Pa's terraced fields has been recognized by Travel and Leisure, a famous American travel magazine, as one of the seven most beautiful terraced landscapes in Asia and the world.

YEN BAI

When it comes to the most magnificent spots for capturing photos of ripe rice fields, Mu Cang Chai (Yen Bai) tops the list. Nestled at the foot of the majestic Hoang Lien Son mountain range, the terraced fields of Mu Cang Chai resemble graceful piano keys, harmoniously playing the vibrant golden melody of the harvest season.

Visiting Mu Cang Chai during the ripe rice season in September to October, you'll feel like you're lost in a vast, lively golden sea, permeated with the fragrance of autumn harvest.

Not as grandiose as Mu Cang Chai, Tu Le Valley (Yen Bai) with its graceful charm is likened to the beautiful girl of the mountainous region. With its serene and simple beauty, Tu Le leaves visitors enchanted with just one visit.

NINH BINH

Tam Coc - Bich Dong (Ninh Binh) is about 100 km from Hanoi, located within the famous Trang An scenic complex. You can fully enjoy the wonderful scenery of ripe rice fields in Tam Coc on weekends.

Immerse yourself in nature amidst the rural countryside, leisurely gazing at the romantic beauty of lush rice fields on both sides of the river, creating gentle, exquisite hues, and savoring moments of tranquility.

THANH HOA

This is also a perfect time to visit and enjoy the cool autumn flavors in Pu Luong. Located in the northwest of Thanh Hoa province, the Pu Luong nature reserve impresses with its pristine beauty, especially the terraced fields interspersed within the dense primeval forest.

In Pu Luong during the ripe rice season, the terraced fields on the hillside turn into vibrant yellow, as if dyed with a romantic and rich hue.

PHU YEN

Phu Yen is hailed as the rice granary of the Central South region with the largest rice-growing area in the area. The land of 'yellow flowers on green grass' also possesses a special charm, captivating countless tourists during the ripe rice season.

Traveling to Phu Yen during the harvest season, you will see the sky bathed in golden hues, with the scent of ripe rice lingering in the air. From Ca Pass to Tuy Hoa, the roadsides are lined with straight, golden rice fields, with mountains in the distance and the sound of harvesting machines blending with the lively chatter of people. The peaceful and dreamy scene of blue sky, white clouds, golden rice fields amidst the bustling atmosphere of the harvest season will leave an unforgettable impression on you.

KHANH HOA

Not as majestic and grand as the terraced fields in the Northwest region, the rice fields in Khanh Hoa resemble a peaceful and delightful painting with white storks, clear skies, and endless golden rice fields. In the picture is the venerable old church beside the shimmering golden rice fields in the coastal area of Khanh Hoa.

AN GIANG

Ta Pa rice fields (Tri Ton district, An Giang province) are among the most beautiful rice fields in the Mekong Delta. Stepping into these romantic rice fields, you feel a simple and rustic tranquility, as if you are transported back to childhood.

Tà Pạ rice fields are not just a beautiful spot for rice hunting, but also help you cast away all worries, immerse yourself in the serene nature, characteristic of the Southern countryside.

Source: Uyên Hoàng/Zing news

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Reference: Travel guide Mytour