What Makes January Travel to Dalat Exciting for Everyone?

The phenomenon of being 'addicted to Dalat' is spreading among travelers from all over the country. With the new year approaching, Mytour has received many inquiries from readers about what's beautiful about traveling to Dalat in January? What flowers bloom in Dalat in January? Where to go for Dalat travel in January? If you're also looking for answers to these questions, don't miss out on the insights below from Mytour!

What's the Weather Like in Dalat in January?

The weather in Dalat in January is no longer as cold as the late winter days but gradually becomes warmer with cool air in the early morning and warm sunshine during the day. This is also the time when the city experiences fewer mists and more dry weather, suitable for sightseeing and traveling activities.

According to travel experience in Dalat in January, the city's weather during the day will range from 22 to 29 degrees Celsius between day and night. While not as cold as the North, you should still prepare warm clothes to avoid catching a cold as the temperature drops at night!

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Where to Stay in Dalat in January?

In January, when visiting Dalat, you should prioritize choosing hotels with mountain or garden views, because it allows you to fully admire the magical beauty of the flower season and the stunning natural scenery in spring, like a painting. A 'Dalat specialty' that you must try besides regular hotels is the charming homestays, which are rare and incomparable. Let Mytour guide you through the hottest hotels and homestays in January in Dalat.

1. December Haus:

December Haus Dalat can be considered as a quintessential Dalat home with cozy attic rooms, yet it still carries a very distinctive character thanks to its Mid-century European-American style decoration. Visiting December Haus, you will find a peaceful and cozy place to stay, although named after 'December,' any month in Dalat is beautiful at December Haus.

2. The Panorama Dalat:

If you want to admire the 360-degree panorama of Dalat, don't miss The Panorama Dalat. With its prime location on Tran Hung Dao Street, exploring Dalat city from the hotel is extremely convenient. Not only does it offer breathtaking views, but the 4-star hotel amenities here will surely satisfy you.

3. Lacasa Dalat:

Lacasa Dalat stands out as one of the highest-rated homestays, thanks to its harmonious blend of Moroccan architecture with the mountainous atmosphere of Dalat. Located near the city center, Lacasa is the perfect choice for Dalat city tours, yet serene enough to immerse yourself in nature during spring.

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4. The Lake House:

The Lake House lives up to its name, situated as a cozy homestay by the tranquil shores of Tuyen Lam Lake. It's a perfect choice for nature lovers, enveloping you in a refreshing atmosphere where you can gaze out at the serene Tuyen Lam Lake and surrounding pine forests.

5. Da Lat Wonder Resort:

Da Lat Wonder Resort is a luxurious 4-star resort boasting stunning scenery that will leave you in awe. The natural landscape at Da Lat Wonder Resort is like a painting, with villa rooftops scattered across lush green fields, and the sound of pine trees rustling by the tranquil shores of Tuyen Lam Lake. Not only is it an exceptional resort, but it's also a standout destination for capturing Instagram-worthy photos.

6. Da Lat Palace Convention:

If you're longing for a royal experience in Da Lat during January, don't overlook Da Lat Palace Convention. With its grandiose architecture resembling a true palace, this 5-star hotel promises you the most splendid holiday. Another plus point is its proximity to the night market and the lake, allowing you to leisurely stroll from the hotel.

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What's beautiful in Da Lat in January?

1. Cherry Blossom Season:

In the final months of the year, the cherry blossom trees in the mountainous town begin shedding their leaves, preparing for the blooming buds. January in Da Lat offers a chance to witness the pink hues spread across the city. It's also when many visitors flock to Da Lat to admire these vibrant cherry blossom branches.

The most picturesque spots to admire cherry blossoms in Da Lat include Da Quy Hill, Tuyen Lam Lake, and Tran Hung Dao Street... While they all showcase the same blossoms, each location offers a diverse beauty of cherry blossoms and the varied landscapes of Da Lat. Traveling to Da Lat for Tet and witnessing cherry blossoms is simply incomparable.

2. White Ban Flower Season:

Besides cherry blossoms, what other flowers bloom during January in Da Lat is a common question among tourists. Apart from cherry blossoms, visiting Da Lat in January also allows you to marvel at the stunning white ban flowers. Contributing to the city's vibrant spring, the white ban flowers adorning the streets attract numerous tourists, especially young visitors who come to admire and take photos.

You can combine strolling through the streets of Da Lat and admiring the strawberry blossoms along routes like Trần Phú - Nhà Thờ Con Gà - Dinh Bảo Đại 2, and Quang Trung Street – Da Lat Train Station – Phan Chu Trinh Intersection. Along these routes, you can both enjoy the flowers and explore the most famous attractions in Da Lat.

3. Strawberry Season:

Strawberry season in Da Lat typically starts from November and lasts until April or May, with the best strawberry harvest usually in January and February each year. So, in January in Da Lat, you'll have the opportunity to taste fresh, juicy strawberries with the perfect sweet and tangy flavor.

Visiting strawberry farms and experiencing picking strawberries right from the garden will surely make your Da Lat trip even more enjoyable. Additionally, capturing timeless photos is entirely possible at these vibrant strawberry farms. Dress up in cute outfits and enjoy picking strawberries while capturing memorable photos!

4. Exploring Flower Farms:

No need to wonder what's beautiful about traveling to Da Lat in January – springtime in the 'City of Thousands of Flowers' is incomplete without visiting the vibrant flower farms. Besides snapping Instagram-worthy photos, you also have the chance to observe local farmers in Da Lat planting and nurturing flowers, as well as discovering the process of cultivating these beautiful blooms.

Where to Go for Traveling to Da Lat in January?

January marks the beginning of spring in Da Lat, so in addition to the famous tourist attractions in Da Lat such as historical sites or ancient architectural structures, don't miss the opportunity to get closer to nature! The destinations that Mytour is about to introduce below will allow you to fully immerse yourself in the fresh and beautiful nature of Da Lat in January.

1. Tuyen Lam Lake:

As the largest freshwater lake in Da Lat, Tuyen Lam Lake boasts a picturesque beauty with vast expanses and serene surroundings. Surrounding Tuyen Lam Lake are dense pine forests and the most luxurious resorts in Da Lat. Here, you can breathe in the fresh air, listen to the rustling of pine trees, and experience a romantic boat ride on the lake.

You can also combine a visit to Tuyen Lam Lake with other attractive destinations nearby such as: Clay Tunnel Road, Truc Lam Zen Monastery, and Datanla Waterfall. In Da Lat in January, you will witness cherry blossoms blooming along the lake shore and along the roads to the aforementioned tourist spots.

2. Bio Fresh Strawberry Garden:

Bio Fresh Strawberry Garden is one of the largest strawberry gardens in Da Lat, covering an area of over 3 hectares. It is the first strawberry garden in Da Lat to apply hydroponic technology - strawberries are not grown in the soil but on elevated platforms about 1 meter above the ground. Thanks to this new technology, strawberries at Bio Fresh are praised by tourists for their delicious taste and quality.

Bio Fresh Strawberry Garden is located within the premises of Hồ Than Thở Tourist Area, so you need to buy a ticket to visit the tourist area to enter the strawberry garden gate. In return, the clean space will make your strawberry picking experience easy. Additionally, you can explore and take photos in the tourist area and enjoy outdoor activities by the lake.

3. Van Thanh Flower Village:

Van Thanh Flower Village is a long-standing traditional village in Da Lat known for flower cultivation through generations. Visiting Van Thanh Flower Village, you will feel like getting lost in a flower kingdom with various types and colors of flowers: from roses, chrysanthemums, marigolds to orchids. The flower beds are meticulously cared for and add to the beauty of Da Lat's spring scenery.

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4. Lumiere Light Garden:

No need to go all the way to Singapore to admire enchanting light shows, right in Da Lat, you can immerse yourself in the dazzling space of Lumiere Light Garden. Combining the most advanced projection technologies with creative artistic works, Lumiere Light Garden has become one of the most attractive check-in spots in Da Lat.

Lumiere Light Garden is divided into 9 exhibition rooms with various themes, suitable for all tourists of all ages. The themed areas that many tourists love and consider worth checking in include: Universe, Light Maze, Giant Ball House, and Light Garden Area.

5. Tea Hill Cau Dat:

January in Da Lat isn't just about flowers but also the lush greenery of the entire landscape, and among those greens, we can't miss out on Tea Hill Cau Dat. Despite being a long-standing tea plantation in Da Lat, in recent years, Tea Hill Cau Dat has also become a familiar check-in spot for young travelers visiting Da Lat.

In spring, the tea hill appears even fresher with budding tea leaves and glistening morning dew. Visiting the tea hill, enjoying taking cute photos, and breathing in the fresh air is absolutely wonderful. Nowadays, Tea Hill Cau Dat also has small cafes set up for visitors to relax and enjoy a hot cup of coffee.

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6. Kombi Land: 

In the midst of the lush plateau lies a 'desert' with layers of cacti, sounding improbable but visiting Kombi Land will make you marvel at this seemingly unreal truth. Kombi Land is the 'cactus kingdom' that has been buzzing on social media throughout 2020 due to the unique cacti amidst the mountainous landscape and stunning Western-style decor.

Various 'Instagrammable' spots abound on social media platforms including vintage cars, cactus gardens, and antique pianos. The ticket price for a visit and photo session at Kombi Land is currently 90,000 VND per person, inclusive of a bottle of mineral water.

7. LangBiang:

Dubbed as the 'Roof of Dalat', the LangBiang Plateau rises to an altitude of 2000m above sea level. Thus, standing atop LangBiang, you can easily behold the serene mountain town panorama. The vista from LangBiang's peak resembles a giant and vibrant painting with the hues of greenhouses, interwoven with the greenery of trees and houses.

Traveling to Dalat in January embellishes that painting with the white of ban flowers and the dreamy pink of cherry blossoms, incredibly fresh and beautiful. Besides enjoying the mountain scenery, don't miss indulging in mountainous specialties at the restaurant located right at the foot of the mountain and engaging in fascinating Gong cultural exchanges!

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8. Zoodoo Dalat Zoo:

If you're an animal lover or planning a trip to Dalat in January with kids, don't miss out on Zoodoo Zoo. Zoodoo is a zoo-cum-cafe where you can witness adorable animals like llamas, sheep, and bears up close, often only seen on TV.

Here, you'll interact with these lovely animal friends, feed them, play with them, and enjoy the fresh mountain air. Unlike conventional zoos, Zoodoo is an open zoo, so the animals are lively and active, promising you a day full of laughter.

9. New Cafes:

Many tourists marvel at the annual changes in Dalat, especially in new places to visit and have fun, particularly cafes. Dalat's cafes are favorite 'instagrammable' spots for many young people thanks to their superb views and tastefully decorated spaces.

When visiting Dalat in January, make sure to pick a beautiful cafe, savor a hot drink, and admire both nature and the vibrant life of Dalat. Here are the most outstanding cafes from the past year that Mytour has compiled for you:

• Amazing Coffee Dalat - 02 Dong Da, Ward 3, Dalat City

• Woodstock Cafe Bui Thi Xuan, Dalat - 80 Bui Thi Xuan, Dalat City

• Route 66 – Thi Sach, Dalat City

• Summer Garden - 27 Alley 1, Dang Thai Than Street, Dalat City

• Lavenderdalat Gardens - 1 Hoa Hoang Anh, Tuyen Lam Lake tourist area, Dalat City

What to eat in Dalat in January?

1. Chicken with lá é hotpot:

No matter when you visit Dalat, the weather is always cool enough to enjoy the specialty chicken with lá é hotpot. The chicken hotpot is simmered with bamboo shoots until the chicken meat is tender, and the broth is sweet and fragrant. Lá é, with its sour and fragrant flavor, is the only vegetable served with this hotpot. Thanks to its sourness and aromatic scent, the broth becomes balanced, creating an irresistible dish.

2. Veggie buffet:

Buffet with meat has become outdated as it's easy to get tired of it. In Dalat, you'll have the chance to indulge in a grand buffet of fresh vegetables, including various specialty veggies. In January, the selection of vegetables is even more diverse and delicious, making a veggie buffet during your trip to Dalat in January absolutely perfect.

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3. Grilled dishes: 

Amidst the chilly atmosphere of the mountain town, sitting by the fire and enjoying grilled dishes is truly wonderful. Grilled dishes in Dalat are diverse and can be found everywhere. However, when visiting Dalat in January, be sure to inquire about the prices before purchasing grilled items, especially in areas near the night market where prices may increase.

4. Avocado ice cream:

If you're hesitant about eating ice cream in the middle of winter, consider spring when the warmer weather allows you to confidently enjoy delicious Dalat avocado ice cream! This treat features sweet milk ice cream topped with creamy avocado, creating a delightful combination that mesmerizes many travelers. Don't miss out on this heavenly snack during your January trip to Dalat!

What to consider when traveling to Dalat in January?

Your trip to Dalat in January will not be perfect without important reminders from Mytour as follows:

• January marks the beginning of spring in Dalat, so many tourists flock to Dalat, causing prices of services to soar. You should book accommodations in advance to find the most affordable hotels in Dalat, as well as transportation or flight tickets to Dalat with the best deals.
• According to Dalat travel experience, cherry blossom and ban flower viewing spots, as well as strawberry gardens and flower gardens, are located in suburban areas. If you travel independently, arranging transportation and schedules can be quite challenging, so consider purchasing comprehensive Dalat experience tours from reputable travel companies to address these issues!
• While January weather is generally warmer, don't forget to prepare enough clothing to keep warm when temperatures drop unexpectedly, especially for travelers who are not tolerant to cold, older adults, and children.
• There are many ATMs in the central area of Dalat, so you should only carry enough cash and withdraw money when needed to avoid the unnecessary loss of money.

That's all Mytour has shared with you regarding traveling to Dalat in January!

I hope these insights will help you confidently explore the beautiful 'City of Thousand Flowers' without worrying about where to go in Da Lat in January. If you're interested in finding out about affordable Dalat tours or domestic tours, don't hesitate to call the hotline Mytour of Mytour for free consultation!