Best time to visit Vietnam
Best time of year to visit Vietnam
As the country is deemed to be a year-round destination, the best time to visit Vietnam depends on a region you are visiting. From May to November, the southern part sees short afternoon downpours, and between December and April—the most pleasant weather when you can enjoy Phu Quoc beaches or witness flowers blooming in the Mekong Delta. In the north, you'll experience a bit cooler temperatures, especially from January to March. Late winter is also the time of Tet (Lunar New Year) celebrations. This time is perfect for exploring Halong Bay and rice terraces of Sa Pa. Summers are hot and humid up north. Central coast areas are best from February to August, and typhoons hit the seashore in October–November.
17 THINGS TO DO IN VIETNAM (NOVEMBER 03 - NOVEMBER 12)
Mã Pí Lèng Pass
One of the four steepest and highest passes in Vietnam, Ma Pi Leng is also the most beautiful one
Ha Long Bay
Literally meaning the "Bay of Descending Dragons", this is one of the top tourist destinations in Vietnam
Trekking Around Sa Pa
The beautiful Sa Pa district is the capital of markets and natural beauty
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
Scuba Diving
The beautiful and perfect for scuba diving Con Dao archipelago, the island welcomes you to see its rich marine life
Beach Season on Phu Quoc
Visit the beautiful Phu Quoc island with its white sandy beaches and dry weather
Wild Sunflowers Blooming
The mesmerizing wild sunflowers will catch your eye along the road from D'ran or Lien Khuong to Da Lat
Forest Bitter Melon Season
A fruit widely used in Asian cooking that might seem odd and too bitter in taste
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
Golden Bridge (Cầu Vàng)
An iconic attraction for those who plan to visit Bà Nà Hills near Da Nang
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!
Birdwatching
Visit Xuan Thuy National Park in winter to see a lot of migrating birds that come here in search of comfortable climate
Kitesurfing and Windsurfing
Mũi Né is a great water sports destination in Vietnam
Cauliflower Blooming Season
Cauliflower may not be the most romantic plant to fascinate with its bloom, but you'll change your mind when you see the Moc Chau's fields covered with wonderful white bloom
Sesame Fortune Flower or Lộc Vừng
The hanging down flowers are especially fragrant at night and bloom twice a year only
Terminalia Catappa Harvest Season
The tree considered to be a relic plant usually gives fruit that can become a tasty delicacy
38 THINGS TO DO OUT OF SELECTED DATE RANGE
Hoi An Lantern Full Moon Festival
out of rangeMost 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
Tet or Lunar New Year
out of rangeThe most famous and most important holiday in Vietnam that brings lots of joy and happiness to people celebrating the New Year!
Stunning Dalat Waterfalls
out of rangeThe Dalat waterfalls are a true forty meters high miracle of nature with the multiple cascades and green scenery around
Cow Racing Festival
out of rangeMarking 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
Mekong Delta Fruit Season
out of rangeThe best and most unique fruits are available during this season
Rice Harvest Season
out of rangeThe 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
Hang Son Doong
out of rangeThe world's largest cave located on the border with Laos takes several days to explore
Elephant Racing Festival
out of rangePeople of Tay Nguyen treat elephants as friends that help with everything around
Peach Blossom Season
out of rangeSa Pa is beautiful all year round, but winters are definitely unique
Fire Dancing Festival
out of rangeA performance dedicated to the Fire and Water gods includes dancing in the fire and giving offerings
Nghinh Ong Festival
out of rangeWhale worshiping festival opens the big fish catching season
Clay Firecracker Festival
out of rangeThe yearly festival of breaking 50 kg clay firecrackers by throwing them to the ground
Nem Thuong Pig-Chopping Festival
out of rangeOne of the most notorious festivals in the world, the pig-chopping festival in Nem Thuong raises both approval and criticism (note: violent content)
Do Son Buffalo Fighting Festival
out of rangeTo worship the Water Goddess, people of Do Son district organize the buffalo fighting festival
Da Nang International Fireworks Festival
out of rangeDa Nang hosts a competition of the world-class firework shows and calls it 'Symphony of Colours'
Mango Season
out of rangeThe big and juicy fruit that is a perfect refreshment for summer heat
Kate Festival or Lễ hội Katê
out of rangeThe unique festival of Cham ethnic minority group Kate that expresses their respect to the gods by colourful performance
Khau Vai Love Market
out of rangeThe most romantic place that you will ever see. It is a place for those who cannot be together anymore to meet again
Ooc Om Boc Festival
out of rangeThe celebration of Khmer ethnic group dedicated to the deity of moon
Banh Chung for Tet
out of rangeA special treat for Vietnamese New Year holiday season
Co Loa Citadel Festival
out of rangeThe festival of celebrating the foundations of the royal palace
Tro Tram Festival
out of rangeThe festival of sexuality and love that has taken a quite vivid turn
Mekong Delta Flower Season
out of rangeThe period of spring in Mekong Delta is perfect for enjoying the best views
Milk Flowers Blooming Season
out of rangeThe distinctive flowers of unique shape soak the area with pleasant fragrance
Vietnam Mountain Marathon
out of rangeThe marathon with the most beautiful route
Sa Pa Flowers Bloom Season
out of rangeSa Pa is beautiful whenever you come. It's natural uniqueness cannot leave anyone without emotions, especially when it is in flowering bloom
Flamboyant Blooming Season
out of rangeWhen thousands of flamboyant trees planted across Hai Phong bloom, it is a true sign of summer
Epizode
overElectronic and techno madness on idyllic beach
Plum Blossom Season
out of rangeThe beautiful white bloom adorns the rural areas in the north of Vietnam
Cay Neu—Special Feature of Tet!
out of rangeOne of the traditional decorations for Tet is the bamboo tree planted in front of the house
Сoffee Blooming Season
out of rangeCoffee is not only a perfect drink, but also it blooms with amazing white flowers
Plants for Tet
out of rangeThe tradition to decorate houses and streets for Lunar New Year turns Vietnam into a colourful spectacle
Red-Headed Cranes Watching
out of rangeThe 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
Rhododendron Blooming Season
out of rangeThe "Kingdom the Rhododendron" of Hoang Lien National Park and in Fansipan mountain vicinity boast the best views of this stunning red and white flower
Giong Festival
on holdOne of the most important festivals in Hanoi commemorates a great hero in Vietnam's mythodology
Cempedak Season
out of rangeWith a hint of durian and sweet strong aroma, the sausage-shaped fruit is a must try in Vietnam!
Halloween
out of rangeOne of the most vibrant Halloween celebrations in Asia
Ban Flowers Blooming Season
out of rangeEach year Dien Bien in the north-west gets beautifully decorated with the bloom of the ban flowers
