What's there to do during Tet in Da Lat?

Many families, especially those in the city, often spend Tet holidays traveling. This year, due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic, domestic tourism will certainly be prioritized. Among them, Da Lat is always one of the favorite domestic tourist destinations. So, what's new and exciting during Tet 2021 in Da Lat for people to experience?

What's the weather like during Tet 2021 in Da Lat?

Due to its high terrain, the climate in Da Lat is always cool throughout the year, with winters being particularly cold and foggy. Around January and February of the Gregorian calendar, which coincides with Tet Nguyen Dan, the average temperature in Da Lat is noted to be pleasantly cool, with nights dipping below 20 degrees Celsius and days averaging around 25 degrees Celsius.

According to the weather forecast from the Vietnam Meteorological and Hydrological Administration, the climate across the country during the 2021 Lunar New Year of the Ox is cool, with slight chills in northern regions. Therefore, the weather in Da Lat during the upcoming Tet holiday will be colder than usual by about 3 - 5 degrees Celsius.

Furthermore, at the beginning of the year, the drizzling season in Da Lat has ended, and the spring in this misty city is dry, chilly, and absolutely delightful. In summary, for those who enjoy experiencing a cool and crisp atmosphere, Da Lat is an excellent destination for the upcoming Lunar New Year.

There are many beautiful scenes during Tet in Da Lat. Photo: Internet

What fun and unique experiences await during Tet in Da Lat?

Immerse yourself in the scent of Cherry Blossoms

The peak blooming season of cherry blossoms falls between November and February in the Gregorian calendar. Therefore, traveling to Da Lat during Tet, you still have the opportunity to admire the streets adorned with light pink cherry blossoms, vibrant and eye-catching.

As it is the end of the season, cherry blossoms during Tet will not be as lush and vibrant as around November, but their beauty still shines brightly.

Visiting Da Lat during Tet without checking in at the streets filled with cherry blossoms such as Tran Hung Dao, Le Dai Hanh, Doc Da Quy, Xo Viet Nghe Tinh, Ho Xuan Huong, and the road leading to Truc Lam Da Lat Monastery would indeed be a major omission.

The cherry blossoms still bloom during Tet holiday. Image source: Internet

Welcoming New Year's Eve, admiring fireworks in Da Lat

For those who have a Tet holiday trip in Da Lat on New Year's Eve, witnessing fireworks amidst the cold weather, with mist in the early morning, will be an absolutely wonderful experience.

As usual, every year, the city of Da Lat has a fireworks display lasting for about 15 minutes, so tourists can freely enjoy the magnificent, sparkling, and colorful scenery.

Experience the vibrant atmosphere before Tet by heading to the city center, Lam Vien square, to admire fireworks. Here, the event organizers will host cultural programs starting around 7:00 PM until the countdown to midnight, when fireworks will light up the sky at 12:00 AM.

If you prefer to enjoy fireworks in a serene and peaceful setting with your loved ones or friends, opt for rooftop cafes or hotel rooms with a view overlooking Lam Vien Square.

Visit temples for blessings, health, and good luck

During the first days of the new year, Vietnamese people visit temples to pray for the dispelling of sadness and bad luck from the previous year, welcoming a brighter and more successful future. Therefore, when traveling to Da Lat during Tet, preserve this cultural tradition by seeking out sacred temples to relax and regulate your emotions.

When talking about the temples in Da Lat, Lam Dong, you cannot miss out on names like Linh Phuoc Pagoda, Truc Lam Zen Monastery, Linh Quy Phap An Pagoda...

The temples in Da Lat share a common feature of being situated at high altitudes. Hence, here you can admire panoramic views or picturesque corners of the city.

In particular, Linh Quy Phap An Pagoda is one of the most sought-after temples because it boasts a sky gate where clouds seem to be captured in a celestial landscape. This temple, in the misty morning, resembles a painting depicting a heavenly realm with its surroundings enveloped in a blanket of white fog.

The sky gate at Linh Quy Phap An Pagoda. Photo: Internet

In Dalat, spring blooms with an abundance of fresh flowers.

Apart from the vibrant cherry blossoms and apricot flowers, Tet in Dalat showcases a plethora of other flowers such as daisies, white mustard flowers, roses, sunflowers, and cosmos flowers. So, if anyone asks what Dalat Tet has to offer, confidently say it's a floral paradise.

Due to its cool climate and high humidity, the city of mist boasts a rich variety of flowers all year round. Here, you can immerse yourself in picturesque scenery throughout the four seasons.

During Tet, the city also adorns its streets with flower arches to serve visitors from all over the country, creating stunning and captivating photo opportunities for those seeking profound experiences.

Experience the joy of gardening during Tet holidays

During Tet, Da Lat becomes the primary source of fresh produce and flowers for many provinces across the country, resulting in non-stop work for its residents. You can visit various gardens to admire the beauty and immerse yourself in the labor amidst fragrant flower fields, strawberry patches, and pumpkin orchards.

Understanding the preferences of visitors, gardeners during Tet even cultivate special flower gardens, strawberry fields, fruit orchards, etc., allowing tourists to visit, freely pick, and enjoy at affordable prices. This eco-friendly tourism approach is gaining popularity, promoting environmental awareness and appreciation for labor.

Indulge in coffee and lose yourself in soothing melodies

During the night in Dalat, besides strolling around the streets and indulging in specialties like grilled rice paper, soy milk, grilled dishes... you can also savor the aroma-rich, intense coffee of the Central Highlands.

Sitting amidst the chilly atmosphere, sipping on hot tea or coffee, gazing at the city in the mist, listening to gentle melodies, it's truly a serene, wonderfully tranquil feeling.

Set aside a day at the beginning of the year for yourself to relax, immerse in your favorite music at classic-style coffee shops, and undoubtedly, you'll feel an extraordinary peace within.

Night cafes in Dalat. Photo: Internet

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Efficiently Plan Your Tet Holiday Trip to Da Lat with These Insider Tips

In addition, it's essential to mentally prepare for the surge in ticket prices for buses, trains, and planes during Tet, which can skyrocket to two or three times the normal rate due to high travel demand. This is easily understandable given the circumstances.

Starting now, booking hotlines, transportation companies, and airlines have begun selling Tet tickets. Your immediate task is to swiftly plan and finalize your travel schedule to avoid any delays.

Close off the route to Dalat during Tet. Photo: Internet

Secure your hotel room immediately after purchasing bus or plane tickets.

Because Da Lat is always one of the top destinations during major festivals in our country, hotel rooms are easily overloaded during Tet, constantly fully booked. Therefore, after successfully booking your flight or bus tickets, the next thing you need to do is to promptly reserve your hotel room according to the predetermined itinerary.

The 'fully booked' status of hotels also leads to a significant increase in prices, often doubling or tripling compared to regular days, so you need to prepare a higher travel budget.

To efficiently and accurately book hotel rooms at attractive prices in Da Lat during Tet, rely on reputable and quality OTA apps such as Vntrip, Traveloka, Expedia, Booking.com, etc.

Popular tourist spots are often overcrowded

One unforgettable experience that most visitors to Da Lat during peak season want to talk about is the scene of lining up for photos. Even in the hottest tourist spots, you might spend over 30 minutes at scenes that are trending on social media just to snap a few pictures.

Many suggest avoiding overly crowded places or arriving early to evade the hustle and bustle, long waits, pickpockets, and financial losses.

Da Lat's crowded situation during Tet. Photo: Internet

Tet in Da Lat offers plenty of options for travelers to experience during the beginning of the year. Furthermore, the Tet weather in this city serves as excellent therapy for relaxation, relieving all stress, and providing rest after a long, exhausting year of work.