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50 things to do in Vietnam
Vietnamese Coffee Harvest
Coffee is one of the major modern exports and one of the favourite delicacies in Vietnam. However, the harvest is still a traditional activity here that highlights the tremendous and diverse cultural heritage of the country
Milk Flowers Blooming Season
The distinctive flowers of unique shape soak the area with pleasant fragrance
Stunning Dalat Waterfalls
The Dalat waterfalls are a true forty meters high miracle of nature with the multiple cascades and green scenery around
Da Nang International Fireworks Festival
Da Nang hosts a competition of the world-class firework shows and calls it 'Symphony of Colours'
Surfing Experience
Since Vietnam is a country of three weather systems, when rains are flooding one part, there is perfect wind for surfing in another one!
Red-Headed Cranes Watching
The watery canal-like Tram Chim National Park in Mekong Delta attracts tourists yearly to enjoy the views of flora and fauna, with the hero of the area – red-headed crane
Fire Dancing Festival
A performance dedicated to the Fire and Water gods includes dancing in the fire and giving offerings
Peach Blossom Season
Sa Pa is beautiful all year round, but winters are definitely unique
Conquering Fansipan
Also known as the Roof of Indochina, the Fansipan mountain trek is a challenge, but definitely one of a kind!
Buckwheat Bloom Season
Tam Giac Mach, Triangular circuit flower or simply buckwheat is covering the northern mountaineous area of Vietnam with a stuning pinkish carpet of bloom
Rhododendron Blooming Season
The "Kingdom the Rhododendron" of Hoang Lien National Park and in Fansipan mountain vicinity boast the best views of this stunning red and white flower
Mango Season
The big and juicy fruit that is a perfect refreshment for summer heat
Plum Blossom Season
The beautiful white bloom adorns the rural areas in the north of Vietnam
Cay Neu—Special Feature of Tet!
One of the traditional decorations for Tet is the bamboo tree planted in front of the house
Tet or Lunar New Year
The most famous and most important holiday in Vietnam that brings lots of joy and happiness to people celebrating the New Year!
Rice Harvest Season
The mountainous district Mu Cang Chai is located at 1,000 meters above the sea level and offers some spectacular scenery during the rice harvest season
Kate Festival or Lễ hội Katê
The unique festival of Cham ethnic minority group Kate that expresses their respect to the gods by colourful performance
Khau Vai Love Market
The most romantic place that you will ever see. It is a place for those who cannot be together anymore to meet again
North Vietnam Wet Season
Summer weather is dominated by southwest monsoon bringing floods and occasional typhoons
Ooc Om Boc Festival
The celebration of Khmer ethnic group dedicated to the deity of moon
Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival
To worship the Water Goddess, people of Do Son district organize the buffalo fighting festival
Sa Pa Flowers Bloom Season
Sa Pa is beautiful whenever you come. It's natural uniqueness cannot leave anyone without emotions, especially when it is in flowering bloom
South Vietnam Wet Season
Monsoon rains last for almost six months, however, it doesn't rain all the time
Cow Racing Festival
Marking the last day of Khmer year, the festival is dedicated to ancestors and is a mix of solemn peaceful celebration and full of adrenaline festive activities
Sesame Fortune Flower or Lộc Vừng
The hanging down flowers are especially fragrant at night and bloom twice a year only
Wild Sunflowers Blooming
The mesmerizing wild sunflowers will catch your eye along the road from D'ran or Lien Khuong to Da Lat
Elephant Racing Festival
People of Tay Nguyen treat elephants as friends that help with everything around
Mekong Delta Fruit Season
The best and most unique fruits are available during this season
Terminalia Catappa Harvest Season
The tree considered to be a relic plant usually gives fruit that can become a tasty delicacy
Forest Bitter Melon Season
A fruit widely used in Asian cooking that might seem odd and too bitter in taste
Nem Thuong Pig-Chopping Festival
One of the most notorious festivals in the world, the pig-chopping festival in Nem Thuong raises both approval and criticism (note: violent content)
Giong Festival
One of the most important festivals in Hanoi commemorates a great hero in Vietnam's mythodology
Ban Flowers Blooming Season
Each year Dien Bien in the north-west gets beautifully decorated with the bloom of the ban flowers
Hang Son Doong
The world's largest cave located on the border with Laos takes several days to explore
Сoffee Blooming Season
Coffee is not only a perfect drink, but also it blooms with amazing white flowers
Beach Season on Phu Quoc
Visit the beautiful Phu Quoc island with its white sandy beaches and dry weather
Flamboyant Blooming Season
When thousands of flamboyant trees planted across Hai Phong bloom, it is a true sign of summer
Plants for Tet
The tradition to decorate houses and streets for Lunar New Year turns Vietnam into a colourful spectacle
Scuba Diving
The beautiful and perfect for scuba diving Con Dao archipelago, the island welcomes you to see its rich marine life
Mekong Delta Flower Season
The period of spring in Mekong Delta is perfect for enjoying the best views
Central Vietnam Wet Season (Typhoon Season)
This part of the country is not affected by southwest monsoon but gets heavy rains later
Cempedak Season
With a hint of durian and sweet strong aroma, the sausage-shaped fruit is a must try in Vietnam!
Hoi An Lantern Full Moon Festival
Most Vietnamese holidays are celebrated according to the Lunar Calendar which has a full moon cycle. The full moon festival hence is of a big meaning and is a monthly event in Hoi An
Mã Pí Lèng Pass
One of the four steepest and highest passes in Vietnam, Ma Pi Leng is also the most beautiful one
Birdwatching
Visit Xuan Thuy National Park in winter to see a lot of migrating birds that come here in search of comfortable climate
Golden Bridge (Cầu Vàng)
An iconic attraction for those who plan to visit Bà Nà Hills near Da Nang
Halloween in Vietnam: Costums, Special Menus, and Parties
One of the most vibrant Halloween celebrations in Asia