With a tropical monsoon climate, each region of Vietnam has its own distinct rainy and dry seasons, creating diverse climates and natural landscapes. All offer visitors the opportunity to experience unique and suitable Vietnamese tourist destinations, ensuring that each trip can bring exciting and new experiences. We have done our research and curated a blog on the best time to visit Vietnam, where we have also listed down the top places to experience the best of each season!
Travel from January to March for Pleasant Spring Weather
Vietnam’s first months of the year bring a diverse picture of spring colours and climate. Let’s explore the brilliant yellow rapeseed flower fields in Moc Chau or the poetic scenery in early spring in Ninh Binh.
Moc Chau’s Beautiful Spring Picture
Moc Chau will captivate anyone with its wild, rustic beauty of apricot and plum blossom forests. The gentle fragrance of the flowers blends with the cool air of the mountains and forests to create an unforgettable feeling.
Muong Moc in the flower season (late February, early March) competes to show off its beauty among the mountains and forests of the Northwest. The pure white petals reflect on the clear stream like sparkling stars.
Coming to this highland, you will discover a world of unique flavours, from rich rustic dishes to specialities only available in Moc Chau. Sweet and soft fried veal, fragrant dried buffalo meat, crispy Suoi Bang rock snails, fresh and sweet stream fish… each dish brings an unforgettable culinary experience. In particular, do not miss the opportunity to enjoy sweet and fatty taro, bitter and fragrant cat cabbage and traditional dishes such as nam pia, thang co or five-colour sticky rice. Along with a glass of cool fresh cow’s milk, you will fully feel the flavour of the Northwest mountains and forests.
Ninh Binh in Spring
Ninh Binh, with famous tourist attractions such as Bai Dinh Pagoda, you will admire one of the largest pagodas in Southeast Asia with unique architecture and a system of massive Buddha statues, Tam Coc Bich Dong famous for its magical cave system, green rice fields stretching, and the poetic Ngo Dong River or Trang An with a system of caves, limestone mountains and dense rivers, creating a majestic natural landscape, always attractive destinations for tourists. Especially in February, when the weather is warm, and the natural scenery is beautiful, the number of visitors flocking here is huge.
Visitors to Ninh Binh not only admire the majestic landscapes but also immerse themselves in the unique flavours of this land. From rustic dishes such as crispy burnt rice and fragrant mountain goat meat to more sophisticated dishes such as rich eel vermicelli and sour Yen Mac fermented pork rolls, Ninh Binh offers diners unforgettable experiences.
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This is also when all over Vietnam is bustling with traditional festivals, especially Tet Nguyen Dan. If you want to explore a country with unique cultural festivals, travelling to Vietnam from January to March is perfect.
Travel from April to June with the Beauty of nature
Vietnam seems to put on a fresh new coat from April to June. The North bids farewell to the mild cold of spring, giving way to warm weather, flowers and leaves blooming. With a pleasant climate and beautiful scenery, you will indeed have memorable experiences.
Summer in Sapa
Sapa, with its cool climate, is an attractive destination for tourists all year round. In particular, the summer from April to June is the ideal time to explore the beauty of this mountainous region in the Northwest. In April, the terraced fields are as green as a giant carpet, dotted with the silhouettes of people diligently bending over to sow seeds. The fields shine like a big mirror, reflecting the blue sky and floating clouds, creating a poetic and romantic scene.
Sapa is about terraced fields and has countless exciting things waiting for you to discover. Fansipan Peak: See the entire Muong Hoa valley spread like a giant carpet, or get lost in the primaeval forest, where birds chirping blend with the sound of the stream. And don’t forget to visit Bac waterfall, one of the most beautiful waterfalls in Vietnam, to enjoy the refreshing feeling when the cool water splashes on your face.
Sapa cuisine is also a highlight that should not be missed. The spicy taste of thang co, the sweet taste of five-colour sticky rice, or the delicious taste of sturgeon hotpot will make you unforgettable.
Brilliant Summer in Can Tho – The Season of Ripe Fruit
Cai Rang floating market is a paradise of fresh fruit – Source: Collected.
With a pleasant climate and summer fruit specialities, Can Tho from April to June is quite pleasant, not too hot or rainy, and very suitable for outdoor activities. This is the peak season for Western speciality fruits such as Hoa Loc mango, mangosteen, durian, rambutan, etc. You can enjoy fresh fruits right in the garden. When visitors come to Can Tho, they will have the opportunity to experience the peaceful life of local people, visit fruit-laden orchards and traditional craft villages or enjoy the Western river space, enjoy unique cuisine such as vermicelli with fish sauce, hot pot with fish sauce, banh xeo, hu tieu and explore famous places such as Cai Rang floating market, Binh Thuy ancient house, Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery.
Enjoy a wonderful summer vacation in the Mekong Delta, enjoy the freshest fruits and explore the unique cultural beauty of this land. With redBus, you can book bus tickets quickly and conveniently and also get a 25% discount (up to 150,000 VND) when entering the code DAUTIEN. Don’t hesitate, plan your trip today!
Travel from July to September to Enjoy the Sea Views
July to September is the peak tourist season in Vietnam when millions of visitors flock to the beaches of the central region. With beautiful sunny weather, blue seas, and white sand, cities like Da Nang and Nha Trang have become more vibrant. As the demand for travel increases, hotel room prices significantly increase.
Unmissable Da Nang
During these months, Da Nang will bring unforgettable experiences with pleasant weather and gentle yellow sunshine; you can comfortably swim, surf, or relax on the smooth sand. When entering the season change, this coastal city seems to wake up, welcoming visitors with beautiful gifts. Gentle yellow sunshine, fresh air, and a temperature of 25-27 degrees Celsius invite you to immerse yourself in interesting activities.
My Khe Beach is always ready to welcome you with open arms. The smooth white sand and clear blue sea water will bring you beautiful moments of relaxation. With its magical caves and ancient pagodas, the mysterious Ngu Hanh Son will take you to discover profound cultural values. Son Tra, the green lung of Da Nang, will bring you engaging trekking experiences and wild, majestic natural scenery. Don’t forget to admire the sparkling beauty of the Dragon Bridge on weekend evenings when visiting Da Nang.
In particular, Ba Na Hills will take you to a miniature Europe, with ancient French villages, modern entertainment areas, and cable cars that take you to the top of the mountain to see the whole city.
Nha Trang – Tourist’s Paradise
With favourable weather, Nha Trang, from July to September, is a paradise for those who love the sea. Besides swimming, you can freely explore the pristine islands, dive to see corals, enjoy fresh seafood and visit famous tourist destinations. Nha Trang promises to bring you a perfect summer vacation.
Swimming is an indispensable activity when you come to Nha Trang. Famous beaches such as Bai Trai, Bai Dai, and Hon Tam will satisfy you with their wild beauty and clear blue seawater. In addition, Nha Trang has a rich marine ecosystem with many colourful corals and fish. You can join coral diving tours to explore the fascinating ocean world at Hon Mun and Diep Son islands, which are ideal destinations.
Nha Trang cuisine is vibrant, with many delicious fresh seafood dishes. Don’t forget to enjoy specialities such as jellyfish noodles, grilled spring rolls, and banh can.
However, this is not the ideal time to explore the natural beauty of the North. Heavy rains make the already rugged trails slippery and dangerous. Hanoi and Ha Long Bay are also not immune to sudden rains, which can significantly affect your travel schedule.
Travel from October to December for cool weather and less crowds
October to December is the transition from autumn to winter, bringing unique and attractive beauty to many regions in Vietnam. With a cool climate, charming scenery and affordable prices, visitors can freely explore famous places.
Ha Long Bay in Winter
This is the ideal time to explore the poetic beauty of Ha Long Bay. With a mild climate, an average temperature of about 19°C, and fresh air, you will enjoy wonderful vacation days with family and friends. It is not too hot like summer, nor too cold. The weather at this time is delightful and suitable for all outdoor activities.
Ha, Long Bay in winter puts on a magical beauty with clouds floating lazily in the blue sky, reflecting on the clear water, creating a beautifully natural picture. The majestic cave system, such as Sung Sot Cave, Dau Go Cave, and Trang Tien Cave… will take you to a magical world with shimmering stalactites.
Not only does it have beautiful natural scenery, but Ha Long Bay also attracts tourists with its long white sand beaches, high-class resorts, and modern tourism services. You can participate in activities such as kayaking, diving to see coral, fishing, or simply relaxing on the beach, enjoying the cool sea breeze.
In winter, the number of tourists coming to Ha Long is often less than in peak seasons, giving you more private space to explore and enjoy the wild beauty of the bay. To make your trip more complete, don’t forget to enjoy fresh seafood and Ha Long specialities such as dried squid, stir-fried snails with soy sauce, beak bread, etc.
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Cool Dalat
During this time, Da Lat changes to autumn and winter. The air is cold, fog covers everything, creating a romantic and magical scene. The average temperature is about 15-20 degrees Celsius, the air is colder, and the fog is dense. This is the ideal time to watch the sunrise and sunset on the hills.
Especially in October and November, Da Lat puts on a brilliant yellow coat of wild sunflowers. Like a beautiful natural painting, the vast flower fields will surely amaze you.
Coming to the city of thousands of flowers at this time, you also have the opportunity to explore countless exciting places. Strolling around the poetic Xuan Huong Lake, pedalling on the cool blue lake or simply sitting and sipping a cup of coffee and admiring the scenery is enough to relax you. Visiting the ancient Da Lat station, the green Cau Dat tea hill, the colourful flower garden, or finding tranquillity at Truc Lam Zen Monastery brings different experiences.
To complete your trip, remember to enjoy Da Lat’s specialties, such as warm Ba Toa beef hotpot, crispy grilled rice paper, or cool avocado ice cream.
With its diverse beauty and tropical climate, Vietnam offers a wide range of travel experiences. No matter what season you choose to explore the S-shaped country, don’t forget to plan carefully and book your tickets early to have a smooth and complete trip.
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