Da Lat is famed as the realm of a thousand flowers, a misty highland city brimming with romance and poetic charm. When spring arrives, the mountainous town is draped in a vibrant cloak of countless blossoms, with the cherry apricot flowers standing out as the most dazzling and elegant. As the Lunar New Year of the Ox 2021 approaches, you surely wouldn’t want to miss the enchanting and alluring cherry blossom season in Da Lat, would you?

Spring arrives, immersing you in the beauty of cherry apricot blossoms in Da Lat
Each season in Da Lat showcases its own standout flowers. In spring, starting from January, booking a flight to Da Lat will transport you to a fairy-tale land, as the vibrant and radiant cherry apricot blossoms adorn every corner of the highland city.
The fascinating aspect of these flowers is that they begin to bloom around mid-January, and once they start, they burst into full bloom simultaneously, from the base to the tip. During this season, the entire city is draped in a pink hue, leaving every visitor breathless and enchanted.
You’ll hardly find this exquisite flower anywhere else in Vietnam. Perhaps that’s why cherry apricot blossoms are considered a “specialty” of Da Lat’s spring and a source of pride for the locals. It’s truly a fortunate experience if you plan a trip to Da Lat in spring, just as these blossoms are in full bloom.
Cherry apricot blossoms in Da Lat can be found throughout the city. However, to witness the most beautiful and abundant blooms, consider these standout locations:
- The area around Xuan Huong Lake
Xuan Huong Lake is not only a famous tourist spot in Da Lat but also serves as the central landmark to navigate the city. The lake becomes even more enchanting and romantic during the cherry apricot blossom season. Surrounding Xuan Huong Lake, especially from the Thuy Ta Restaurant to the city flower garden, you’ll find numerous cherry apricot trees. When in full bloom, this area transforms into a floral paradise, blending seamlessly with the natural beauty of the lake, creating a truly poetic atmosphere.

The scenery of Xuan Huong Lake becomes even more poetic with the presence of cherry apricot blossoms
- Tran Hung Dao Street
Tran Hung Dao Street is more than just a road. Locals affectionately refer to it as Da Lat’s cherry apricot blossom street. Spanning just 800 meters, the street is incredibly striking with its two rows of cherry apricot trees lining the sides. During the blooming season, the road is shaded by pink blossoms, complemented by aged pine trees and quaint rooftops, creating a captivating natural masterpiece.
- Da Lat University
If you visit Da Lat during the cherry apricot blossom season, don’t miss the campus of Da Lat University. Its picturesque setting, with staircases shaded by cherry apricot blossoms, offers an ideal spot for photos, rivaling even the most professional photo studios or homestays.
- Tuyen Lam Lake Tourist Area
You might not know this, but during the cherry apricot blossom season, Tuyen Lam Lake Tourist Area hosts the annual cherry apricot blossom festival. So, if you’re looking for a spot to admire these beautiful flowers, why hesitate to visit Tuyen Lam Lake?

An ideal photo spot with cherry apricot blossoms by Tuyen Lam Lake
- Cau Dat Tea Hill
Amidst the vast green tea hills, the vibrant pink cherry apricot blossoms stand out, creating a truly unique sight, don’t you think? Make sure to visit once and witness this breathtaking scenery. Along the way to the tea hills, you might also encounter stretches of road lined with blooming cherry apricot trees, adding even more excitement to your journey.
Da Lat boasts many other ideal spots to admire cherry apricot blossoms, such as along Route 723, around Hoang Anh Resort, Da Quy Slope, and more. For a unique experience, visit some homestays or cafes in Da Lat to enjoy their distinctive ambiance while marveling at the blooming cherry apricot blossoms. If you’ve fallen in love with this city of a thousand flowers and wish to immerse yourself in the pink hues of Da Lat’s cherry apricot blossoms this spring, don’t miss the chance to book your flight to Da Lat with Mytour.
Please contact Mytour’s hotline at 1900 2083 for itinerary advice, updated ticket prices, and efficient flight booking assistance.
Tuesday, July 5, 2022, 2:52 PM
