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Hồ Quan Sơn, Ba Vì, Tam Đảo, or a leisurely cruise along the tranquil Da River are ideal spots for friends and family to unwind on the weekend. These are considered golden addresses for tourists to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
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Hồ Quan Sơn
Located approximately 40 km from the center of Hanoi, Quan Son Lake (in My Duc district) with its stunning lake scenery attracts many tourists. This is the best time of the year with the blooming lotus season.
From Hanoi, you can travel by motorcycle or bus along the Ha Dong - Ba La - Van Dinh route, following the embankment to reach Quan Son Lake. With a lake area of 850 hectares, it is suitable for sightseeing. The entrance fee to visit the lake is 15,000 VND per person, motorcycle parking is 5,000 VND, and the boat ticket is 140,000 VND for 4 people.
Hồ Quan Sơn is a cluster formed by numerous small islands nestled together on the lake's surface. Besides enjoying the beauty amidst the small islands, capturing photos beside the soft lotus flowers, tourists can explore the ancient Linh Son Pagoda at the foot of Linh Son Mountain and Linh Son Cave with its beautiful stalactites.
Ba Vi National Park
Situated in Son Tay town, Ba Vi National Park has become a weekend rendezvous for Hanoi residents. Located at an altitude of 1,100 meters above sea level, with a cool year-round climate covering the primitive forest ecosystem, Ba Vi is planned as a peaceful and cool recreational area.
Approximately 70 km from Hanoi, the travel time is about 1 hour by motorcycle or bicycle. The entrance fee is 40,000 VND per person, half-price for students, students, and children. From the entrance of Ba Vi National Park, the spacious and clean area is adorned with rows of Lagerstroemia trees with beautiful young leaves in season.
The impression here must include the traces of the resort villas with French architecture, built in the 1940s. Tourists will marvel at the walls covered with vines and moss. Additionally, visitors can stroll to Thuong Temple, Uncle Ho Temple, collapsed church, climb the mountain to admire the panoramic view of Son Tay town from above.
Tam Dao (Vinh Phuc)
In recent years, Tam Dao has become a familiar destination for travel enthusiasts. Starting from Hanoi, it takes about a 2-hour ride by motorbike or car to get here. Note that the road to Tam Dao has winding curves, so it's advisable not to use scooters or consider if the steering is not stable to avoid dangers on the way.
Tam Dao boasts fresh, airy air, a mild climate with a cool mist that gives visitors relaxing moments reminiscent of Sapa or Da Lat.
Additionally, Tam Dao offers many attractions and unique experiences suitable for both young people and families with children. Interesting places include the Gate of Heaven, ancient church, television tower. The Hell Pagoda is also a noteworthy landmark.
Exploring around the heart of Da River (Hoa Binh)
Hoa Binh is considered a convergence point of many interesting things, from the Ba Khan road crossing the Thung Khe pass to the rushing Gò Lào waterfall flowing alongside the gentle Da River. This place artistically paints a beautiful and enchanting watercolor picture.
Located nearly 100 km from Hanoi, the suitable mode of transportation for the itinerary is a motorcycle. Explore the Da River to feel the green color of the Da River blending with the small islands scattered across the lake. Along the lakeside road, tourists encounter simple Muong people's houses and a deserted concrete road.
Especially, experiencing the journey on the iron boat in the middle of the lake will bring you a myriad of emotions. The boat fare from Đà Bắc to Ba Khan is approximately 300,000 VND for a round trip. Don't forget to visit the 'market in the clouds' at the White Stone Pass to enjoy boiled corn, bamboo rice, grilled eggs. Buy some wild bamboo shoots, green vegetables for family, and a basket of orchids for your loved one – truly an interesting experience.
According to Dân Việt
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Reference: Travel guide Mytour
MytourJune 23, 2016
