Travel to Northern Vietnam for 4 seasons 

If urban life is bustling and noisy, give yourself a little time to set foot in a land you have never been to friends. Sometimes relaxing and changing the atmosphere will help you see new creative ideas in life. Coming to the North, you will see the four seasons of heaven and earth blending nature and people. Explore Northern Vietnam for 4 seasons with Compass Tourist！

When to go to Northern Vietnam?

Which month should you go to in Northern Vietnam? This is a very good question, but it is not easy to answer in detail, because each season in the North of our country has its own unique beauty that cannot be mixed. Visitors can come and enjoy the colorful flowers on the slightly chilly spring days, or immerse themselves in the brilliant yellow of the straight terraced fields in the fall, and then immerse themselves in the A long river on a hot summer day. In the last months of the year, visitors can not only immerse themselves in the quiet space of fog but also experience vast winter flower fields and enjoy typical highland dishes all year round. Characterized by a humid tropical monsoon climate, hot summers, and lots of rain; Winter is cold, with little rain. From May to September the weather is hot and rainy. From November to February next year is dry and has little rain. In particular, between those two seasons there is a transition period from April to October. Northern Vietnam has all four seasons: Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter.

Spring – From January to March

Every spring, the scenery, heaven and earth in the North are as beautiful as a young girl adorned with makeup and wearing gorgeous “dresses” of flowers, peach blossoms, plum blossoms, etc. Exploring the beauty of the North in spring with exciting destinations is probably an experience that any tourist does not want to miss. Spring in Hanoi is a gentle and delicate transformation of nature and sky in the North when peach branches open their first petals and dahlias of all colors bustle and bloom. Hanoi in spring also brings a fluttering beauty to people’s hearts when wearing a new coat of white sua flowers blooming in the sky, both simple and beautiful. Spring in the Northwest is also the time when plum and peach blossoms bloom in bright colors. Coming to the Northwest in March, visitors will see white flowers blooming throughout the forest. This scene certainly leaves an unforgettable impression on anyone who has ever been here. Spring in the Northwest provinces is also an opportunity for people to eagerly prepare to go to the love market. This is not only a place for people to do business but also a place for couples to meet and get married. Northern tourist area Spring in the Northeast is no less beautiful than anywhere else in the North when this is the time when peach blossom petals bloom and bright yellow mustard gardens decorate the land and sky of the rocky plateau. Sitting under the eaves of a walled house or standing next to a stone fence makes us feel like we are in a postcard.

Summer – From April to June

Instead of the spring rains and northern winds, the weather is a bit chilly in spring. Summer in the North comes with sudden showers and passes as quickly as it arrived. The weather becomes hotter, drier and more pleasant than the humid weather of spring. In early summer there will still be cool winds and the weather will still be quite pleasant. By mid-summer, around June – July, it is quite hot, the temperature is much higher, hot and sunny.

Around the beginning of April, when visiting the Northwest provinces, visitors will see the majestic scene of clear waterfalls and streams. The season when water from rivers and streams is brought into the plains is in May and June. At this time, you can visit the water canals, especially the water canals in Ban Bo (Tam Duong district, Lai Chau) and try catching crabs, shrimp, fish as well as processing and enjoying the unique grilled stream fish specialties of the Thai people.

Don’t forget to visit Moc Chau (Son La) to enjoy the cool, fresh air here. When the sound of cicadas begins to buzz on the canopy of leaves, summer comes. Not as young as the days of spring, Hanoi in summer is filled with vibrant colors of countless flowers and leaves. In early May, amid the bright and sweltering sun, the first purple flowers appeared, blooming in bunches, dyeing all the roads and street corners, making everyone passing by excitedly look up.

However, in Hanoi in the summer, there is only the Polyscias fruticosa, which blooms a few days later than the Polyscias fruticosa, and the red poinciana flower is no less competitive in attracting the attention of passersby. Poinciana seems to burn the whole sky in the streets and schools, especially along both sides of the To Lich River or Truc Bach Lake area, poinciana flowers are arranged in long rows, blooming simultaneously, creating an eye-catching landscape. . ​ The journey to explore the Northeast in the summer will take you to the majestic mountain landscapes of Ha Giang, or the rolling and beautiful waterfalls of Cao Bang and don’t forget to visit the poetic natural scenery , charming at Ba Be Lake (Bac Kan). The weather is cool, riding a motorbike through green rice fields or majestic waterfalls with shimmering water in the golden sunlight will definitely be unforgettable experiences for those who love to travel.

Fall – From July to September

Autumn in the North comes with a little chill every morning, and the sunshine is also gentler and softer. This is also the time when the yellow season in the Northwest begins, which usually falls around September to October. As for the season of wild bamboo shoots, bitter bamboo shoots, and mustard greens, visitors can come to the Northwest around mid-August. 

This fall, the Northwest will no longer have heavy rains like summer, but instead there will be sparse forest rains and it will also be the most beautiful time of the year for the passes in the Northwest. The beauty of the Northwest is also created by the different colors, while people still do not forget the gentle scent of ripe rice, they are fascinated by the endless green tea fields on the high mountain slopes. Next to it are pristine buckwheat fields swaying with the wind.

Every September and October, when autumn comes, backpackers from all over eagerly invite each other to Mu Cang Chai to visit the brilliant golden season. If you are hunting for photos in the golden season (ripe rice), you should follow the Hoang Su Phi – Xin Man road in late August – early September. On the way to Vinh Quang town (Hoang Su Phi), you will see rice fields. Extremely beautiful stairs in Thong Nguyen commune, or right in Vinh Quang town, you can visit and take photos in Ban Luoc commune, San Sa Ho commune, Ho Thau commune, Nam Ty commune. Coming to Ha Giang in September, there is not only ripe rice on the high fields next to beautiful buckwheat fields, there is also a beautiful sunset over Quan Ba, or a green strip of gurgling Nho Que. Ha Giang always makes people nostalgic for such simple things. 

Sa Pa this season is also considered a work of art with terraced fields curling along the precarious mountainside. Join the local people carrying the gold beads home, and get drunk on the alcohol and love of the new rice offering festival in the highland villages. Sa Pa this season is not really cold, but happiness is still simply sitting by the fire, enjoying a hot tray of rice. Another interesting destination in the North in the fall is Ban Gioc waterfall, a waterfall rushing next to ripe golden fields during the day and the starry sky at night, creating an impressive scene amidst the majestic mountains and forests. September and October is the ideal time to explore Ban Gioc waterfall, when the water is abundant and jade green, the waterfalls flow with white foam, steam forms a mist, when illuminated in the sunlight. brings magical scenery.

Winter – From October to December

In winter, the temperature in the North often drops very low, and is often accompanied by rain and wind. However, no matter how harsh the weather is, it cannot stop the beauty of nature here. December is the most ideal time to travel to the North, especially some northern mountainous provinces. Visitors can not only feel the numbing cold, biting into their skin, but also be immersed in the mist and maybe even beautiful little snowflakes.

If you are a lover of wild, idyllic beauty or simply want to sit by a crackling wood stove and enjoy hot dishes in the bone-chilling cold, Ha Giang is the ideal destination for you. Not only is it the wind and mist that hangs on the winding roads around the foot of the mountain, not only is the pink buckwheat color covering the entire hillside, but also the bright yellow mustard color swaying on both sides of the road through the village. . Winter in Ha Giang is very cold, so every winter, the already slow and peaceful life in the highlands of the Northeast seems to slow down a beat.

If you go during the peak cold months, there will be some places with snow like Meo Vac. If you want to see the white and yellow mustard flower fields of the Northwest mountainous forests, you should come here in November. Among them, the flower fields in Moc Chau (Son La) are considered attractive. leading tourists. Another “specialty” of the Northwest in winter that is equally attractive is the buckwheat flower fields that often bloom in December.

If you want a trip that combines relaxation, then hunt for clouds on the mountain. Ta Xua peak, watching the green tea hills in Son La is the best choice. It’s hard to resist the beauty of white mustard flowers, wild sunflowers, or peach blossoms, plum blossoms or conquer Ta Xua peak and experience the feeling of being lost in a fairyland when touching the clouds with your own hands. Sapa in winter is probably too famous for those who love traveling both at home and abroad. When the temperature gradually drops, it is also the time when tourists gather here to watch the snowflakes fall, or simply watch Sapa engulfed in floating mist and taste the typical grilled dishes of Sapa cuisine. Participating in Sapa markets is also one of the extremely interesting experiences that attract tourists here.

To answer the question of which season is the most beautiful tourist area in the North, it will be very difficult to say which season is better than the other, or more specifically which months you should go and which months you should not go, because the North has its own season, own beauty. And the above article is only the author’s subjective opinion. When you come here, you will discover the unique beauty and cuisine that can only be found in each season. Traveling to the North doesn’t matter what time it is. You can have exciting experiences by checking out more tours to the North.

1. Visit Hanoi – Explore Hanoi Old Quarter

The first destination among the tourist destinations in the North that cannot be missed that Compass Tourist wants to send to you is none other than Hanoi’s 36 streets. Hanoi is the capital of a thousand years of civilization with many characteristic old quarters, preserving long-standing architecture with ancient relics… Come to Hanoi to travel, walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, visit Ngoc Son temple and bridge The Huc, visiting ancient relics and beautiful landscapes are unforgettable experiences for tourists. Hanoi has its own unique marks that cannot be found anywhere else. The sound of street vendors every morning often appears simply as familiar sidewalk iced tea shops. Hanoi is most beautiful in the fall, flower petals blooming all over the streets, creating a vivid picture of urban prosperity. In addition to famous landmarks, Hanoi is also known for its unique culinary culture. Delicious Hanoi dishes you cannot miss when coming here such as bun cha, bun thang, heirloom beef pho, rice cake, seafood vermicelli, bean vermicelli, snail vermicelli, fried spring rolls, goose vermicelli, jackfruit yogurt… So Are you still hesitant about choosing Hanoi as a tourist destination in the North?

2. Visit HaLong Bay

With a poetic and magical natural space like a fairyland on earth, Ha Long Bay is always a tourist destination with great appeal to both domestic and foreign tourists. Visitors coming here will admire natural islands floating on the water, mysterious caves, immerse themselves in romantic beaches or have exciting experiences when visiting local fishing villages. Thien Cung cave, Dau Go cave, Ba Hang fishing village, Soi Sim beach, Titop island, Sung Sot cave, Me Cung cave, Luon cave, Tien Ong cave, Ba Ham lake… are destinations not to be missed when Visit HaLong Bay. For domestic tourists, they often travel to Ha Long in the summer, from May to July. This is also the time when students have summer vacation, so they will go with family or friends to gather. travel together. Explore the beautiful scenery of the world’s natural wonders, enjoy extremely rich and diverse cuisine and participate in exciting activities at sea, surely the experiences here will make you unforgettable.

3. Travel to Sapa Lao Cai

Explore the northern tourist area located in the Northwest of the country, Sapa in Lao Cai province, known as the land of fog with dreamy landscapes, containing many wonders of natural scenery and people. . Come to Sapa to admire the wild beauty of majestic mountains, terraced fields, enjoy the fresh air and feel the peace and simplicity of hidden villages. in the mist. Or come to Fansipan peak, known as the Roof of Indochina, a meeting place for those who love climbing and adventure – a place to challenge themselves. Which season is best for northern tourist resorts to visit Sapa? Depending on the season, when traveling to Sapa, you will see different majestic beauties that cannot be found anywhere else, such as terraced rice fields, white ban flowers in the mountains, or fragrant azalea flowers. the whole space. Tourists come here to enjoy the fresh, cool atmosphere of the summer or have the opportunity to “snow hunt” extremely interesting in the winter and fully enjoy their vacation when booking rooms at Sapa hotels. nice view. Sapa is one of the impressive destinations that attract tourists.

4. Visit Ninh Binh

With pristine nature and charming landscapes, Ninh Binh is a famous northern tourist destination in the North, only about 100km from Hanoi. Especially visiting the ancient capital of Hoa Lu, which is associated with many mysterious historical relics. In addition, there are special destinations such as: Bai Dinh, Trang An, Tam Coc Bich Dong… attracting thousands of tourists here every year. You can travel to Ninh Binh at any time of the year. But the most beautiful time is probably from January to March of the lunar calendar, the weather is not too cold or too hot, tourists come to Ninh Binh to travel and visit pagodas at the beginning of the year. In addition, if you come here around April and May, you can hunt butterfly season in Cuc Phuong national forest, or at the end of May and June, you can be fascinated by the golden rice fields, or the vast lotus pond wedged between rocks. mountain. But no matter what season you come here, Ninh Binh still wears an incredibly simple and mysterious beauty!

Things to note when going to the Northern Vietnam

Being skillful in choosing clothes that are both warm and compact, carrying medicine, necessary cold protection items… are important things to note when traveling in the cold season in high mountains. Ha Giang, Moc Chau, Mau Son, Sa Pa… in winter attract tourists with hills of white mustard flowers, ban flowers, plum flowers and snowfall specialties. When traveling to the high mountains in the cold season, you need to keep in mind the following things to have a complete trip. 

Clothing

Winter in the North of our country is very cold, but don’t be greedy and bring too thick clothes.

Shirt: Experience shows that wearing many thin layers of clothing will help you maintain a stable body temperature longer than wearing large, thick shirts. You should wear a long-sleeved t-shirt to keep warm, the second layer is a sweater and then a jacket. The outermost jacket should be a windbreaker or leather jacket, waterproof.

Pants: You should wear tights with cotton or felt lining inside, and wear pants with elastic materials such as thick cotton, felt, or wind pants.

Anti-slip shoes and rain boots: You should use high-top shoes with warm material on the inside.

Anti-slip shoe sole. Rain boots are nylon boots, with the advantage of being small, compact, disposable and disposable. You can wrap them over your shoes to wear in the rain or wrap them on your feet that are wearing socks before putting them on your shoes to keep them warm.

Socks: Don’t wear too many socks, it will bind your feet and make moving uncomfortable. It is best to choose wool socks for winter, thick, fuzzy and thicker on the soles of the feet. If they are thin socks, you need to wear 2-3 pairs to be warm enough. It is necessary to use high socks for better heat retention.

Scarf: Don’t forget to bring a warm scarf with you because they will be extremely useful and effective in keeping the body warm.

Furniture

In addition to frequently carried items during travel, such as mobile phones, battery chargers, cameras, memory cards, lighters, umbrellas, raincoats… you also need to prepare additional heating stickers, heating bags, backup chargers… In addition, some newspapers or tissues will help you dry furniture and dehumidify shoes, Oh my goodness, slippers.

Transportation 

It’s best not to ride a motorbike, but if you have no other choice, you should be well equipped to stay safe and healthy throughout the journey. When driving a motorbike in snowy weather, especially on mountain passes, you need to slow down. You should not shift to 0 and apply the brakes because it can easily lead to skidding. If you are careful, you should equip both cars and motorbikes with spiked tires to prevent slipping. When the weather becomes too bad, you should stop moving and find the nearest shelter to prevent possible risks. It is also necessary to carefully calculate the schedule to reach the stop before nightfall, especially on winding, steep mountain passes with limited visibility. 

Diet 

In addition, fresh vegetables such as mint, carrots, fish mint, polyscias fruticosa, onion, palanquin, lemon balm, basil, marjoram, coriander, mugwort… or hot spicy foods such as ginger, Onions, chili, pepper, garlic… will contribute to generating heat, warming the body, helping prevent colds and flu. 

Medicine 

When traveling to high altitudes in the cold season, you should carefully prepare medicine, especially anti-cold, flu, fever, headache, wind oil, and ginger oil with you to prevent cold in time. . Bring a few ginger tea bags to drink hot in the morning to help relax your mind and stabilize your body temperature. 

Note 

– Do not bring young children when traveling in areas where the temperature drops too low. 

– Bring moisturizing lotion and lipstick to avoid dryness. 

– You should wrap your belongings and luggage in plastic bags before putting them in your backpack and prepare spare clothes to replace when things get wet.

Compass Tourist wishes you have a nice trip to explore Northern Vietnam. If you want to book a Northern Vietnam tour, please do not hesitate contact to us.