1. Mù Cang Chải - Yen Bai Province
 

Located about 300km from Hanoi, but travel enthusiasts still can't get enough of Mù Cang Chải, Yen Bai. This is one of the most prominent names when people want to visit and enjoy the beauty of the Northwest mountains and forests. Not only domestic tourists, but the "golden towns" here also attract many international visitors.

When visiting Mù Cang Chải, you should plan to go during the rice harvest season, which is from September to October. The best places to enjoy the "golden season" are Móng Ngựa Hill (in Sáng Nhù village), Tú Lệ commune, La Pán Tẩn,... With a bird's-eye view, the valley below opens up in all its splendor with each patch of vibrant rice fields stretching towards the sky, interspersed with simple brown houses and dreamy streams.

Besides the terraced fields, Mù Cang Chải is also a top trekking paradise in Vietnam. By conquering Khau Pha Pass, passing through Háng Sung bamboo forest, and challenging Pú Nhu waterfall,... you will feel an incredible sense of satisfaction, as if you have overcome yourself.

After exploring the mountains and forests, stop by the Mù Cang Chải ethnic villages to taste Tú Lệ sticky rice, apple cat fruits,... If you're feeling more adventurous, you can try fried wasp larvae with morning glory, crunchy grasshoppers,... which are both fatty and nutty.

2. Pù Luông - Thanh Hoa Province

Leaving the Northwest and heading down to the South, you must visit Pu Luong in Thanh Hoa province. If you think that the scenic spots for checking in Vietnam are only terraced fields similar to those in the Northwest, then you are wrong! Pu Luong is beautiful and has much more diverse landscapes.
Additionally, visitors can come to this destination in the summer months when the rice is just starting to grow, creating a refreshing atmosphere with green rice fields on the hills, making you feel that Pù Luông is completely different from other places.
 

Everywhere you look, you can see houses nestled among the rice fields.

In addition, these terraced fields are surrounded by the Pù Luông nature reserve, which is perfect for a trekking trip through the forest. Alternatively, you can rent a hotel in Bá Thước with a view of the terraced fields to admire this beautiful scenery.

If you want to explore the culture and way of life of the local people, you should visit the Kho Mường village. In the simple stilt houses, we will have the opportunity to taste the characteristic dishes, follow the ethnic minority children to visit the fields, wade through streams, and visit waterfalls... which is extremely interesting. Furthermore, the gateway to the sky in Bá Thước district, with its superb check-in view, piercing through layers of clouds, will make any Instagrammer ecstatic!

3. Tràng An - Ninh Binh City

Tràng An - Ninh Bình is undoubtedly one of the top cultural and historical destinations in Vietnam. This heritage site was recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in 2014, featuring a collection of architecture that is closely linked to the glorious ancient capital of Hoa Lu. Nestled deep within the majestic limestone mountains and winding rivers, the scenic area will enchant culture and spirituality enthusiasts. Some of the notable architectural structures include the Tran Temple, Tu Tru Pagoda, and the Fairy Stream Temple.

Tràng An is as beautiful as a landscape painting that one would see in a fairy tale.

In particular, we can rent a boat to sail through the lotus lake and golden rice fields and reach the Vũ Lâm Palace - one of the most beautiful architectural works here. In addition to the cultural sites, Tràng An is also the home of many caves with bizarre-shaped limestone blocks, passing through the pristine forests and lakes. Some of the caves highly rated by tourists are the Wine-Making Cave and the Three-Drop Cave.

4.Hội An - Da Nang City

It's hard to find anyone who travels to Vietnam and skips Da Nang, and even harder to find anyone who goes to Da Nang and doesn't visit Hoi An. This coastal town exudes more poetic charm than any other place in Vietnam, with rows of low, brightly yellow two-story houses, paper flowers blooming in front of doorways, cobblestone streets, and the Hoai River running through the town.

The ancient town of Hoi An is always bustling and attracting tourists.

During the daytime, Hoi An is bustling with tourists. You can visit the Faifo cafe, go up to the rooftop to take photos with the stunning view of Hoi An behind you, go to Sunday in Hoi An to admire the beautiful interior and take some Instagram-worthy pictures in front of the shop, visit Tam Quan Ba Mu Pagoda and take a photo in front of the large bas-relief in front of the gate.

At night, Hoi An becomes even more lively. You can participate in traditional Bai Choi card games by the river, stroll around the lantern-lit streets, visit the Japanese Covered Bridge, or release floating lanterns on the river. All of these activities are very exciting!

5. Lan Ha Bay - Cat Ba Island

Lan Ha Bay is located in the Northern tourism region, so it experiences all four seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Each season has its own unique beauty, which is very poetic and romantic. Depending on your preferences and schedule, you can arrange your time to visit this place.

Rowing a boat on Lan Ha Bay, Cat Hai, Hai Phong

Typically, from April to June is the summer season in Lan Ha Bay, with calm seas, sunny weather, breezes, and clear blue skies, which is perfect for exploring the bay by boat. From around September onwards, as it is not the peak tourist season, Lan Ha Bay is quite peaceful and suitable for those who prefer a relaxing holiday in a quiet environment. During this time, you can also participate in water activities such as kayaking, surfing, and hiking.

Lan Ha Bay not only attracts tourists with its beautiful natural scenery and charming beaches, but also with its unique local cuisine that can only be found here. We hope that the detailed information provided above has sparked your love for this region and helped to enrich your travel guide to Lan Ha Bay for your upcoming trip.