If you are looking for an exciting fall-winter vacation, consider Ha Long and Sa Pa, two of the world's most popular destinations in 2024 as voted by TripAdvisor.
The magical beauty of the heritage bay in autumn and winter.
In the "Travelers's Choice Best of the Best Destinations" award vote of the world's largest travel consulting platform TripAdvisor, Ha Long Bay and Sa Pa are the only two representatives of Vietnam, ranked 3rd and 5th respectively in the top 25 trending destinations in the world in 2024.
Less than 1% of TripAdvisor's 8 million listings are awarded, representing the highest levels of excellence in the travel industry for the destinations honored.
According to assessments, the common points of Ha Long Bay and Sa Pa are the unique natural beauty and cultural diversity. Summer is considered the ideal tourist season for these two destinations. However, autumn and winter are the special times for tourists to explore the beauty that the international community considers "magical" and unique of these two destinations.
Ha Long Bay - "a destination not to be missed"
That's what the "bible" of world travel enthusiasts - Lonely Planet says about Ha Long.
According to the world's leading travel guide from the US, visitors can explore Ha Long at any time, because the landscape changes with the seasons and is beautiful all year round, but photography enthusiasts may prefer to visit Ha Long in the fall and winter, because early mornings are often foggy, creating a magical scene for the islands in the Bay.
Besides the unique natural beauty, the cool weather will make the journey to explore Ha Long more pleasant. During this time, visitors do not have to worry about finding a room, jostling at entertainment spots, choosing the right angle to take check-in photos... because Ha Long is not as crowded as the peak summer season of domestic tourism.
Luxury resort destination by the bay Oakwood Ha Long.
Only 160km from Hanoi capital, it takes visitors just over 2 - 3 hours to immerse themselves in the peaceful space and relax in the cool breeze of the bay.
Cozy homestays, comfortable mid-range hotels to luxury resorts like Oakwood Ha Long with panoramic views of the bay await you.
Luxury cruises on the bay are also a great choice to combine relaxation and exploration of famous landmarks such as Sung Sot Cave, Thien Cung Cave...
The cool weather is ideal for outdoor activities, especially kayaking which is very popular with tourists.
Experience the feeling of swinging a paddle yourself, gliding on the clear blue water, touching the majestic limestone mountains and exploring the amazing caves right in the heart of the bay. A peaceful but exciting journey.
Sun World Ha Long amusement park - a destination not to be missed.
Another experience not to be missed when coming to Ha Long is taking the Queen cable car, a cable car line that holds two Guinness records, to admire the scenery of the world wonder bay, Bai Chay bridge from above.
Then visit the Sun Hill area, have fun at the Samurai slide, check-in at the Japanese garden, the Sword Forging Village... or enjoy the scenery and pray for peace at Bao Hai Linh Thong Tu of the famous Sun World Ha Long amusement park.
Hot mineral baths help visitors relax after a day of fun/
In particular, after a long day of exploring the heritage bay, visitors only need to travel 15 minutes to soak in the hot mineral water at Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh.
With the typical Japanese onsen bathing style, the warm mineral water will help visitors dispel all stress, improve health and keep warm on cold days. This will definitely be an ideal experience to relax your body and mind for your vacation.
Ha Long cuisine is always an attractive destination not to be missed. Fresh seafood dishes such as crabs, mantis shrimps, sea worms, or attractive seafood noodle dishes will make visitors excited.
In the evening, visitors can visit Ha Long night market, which offers local specialties, unique souvenirs and a vibrant entertainment atmosphere.
Sa Pa - "cloud hunting" paradise
From the sea to the mountains in Northern Vietnam, everything possesses its own beauty and irresistible charm in autumn and winter.
If winter in Ha Long Bay is the ideal time to admire the magical beauty of limestone mountains in the morning mist, enjoy fresh seafood and immerse yourself in the vast space of the ocean, then the highlands of Sa Pa bring cold air, stunning scenery and a familiar national cultural identity that makes every visitor feel warm as if they are returning home.
Sea of clouds on Fansipan peak in early October.
Every winter, Sa Pa is covered in a sea of fluffy clouds, warm sunshine spreads across the fragrant flower slopes of Fansipan mountain forest.
Cool, clear and sunny, every October - November, travel enthusiasts invite each other to go up the mountain to relax with the floating white clouds.
In December, in addition to "cloud hunting", tourists have the joy of "snow hunting", watching wild flowers frozen in the clear snow. In autumn and winter, Sa Pa's natural scenery is as beautiful as a painting.
Right now, the immortal cloud hunting spots of Sa Pa are Hang Da, O Quy Ho pass, and Ham Rong mountain.
And perhaps the most memorable "cloud hunting" place is Fansipan peak with an altitude of 3,142 m, also known as the "roof of Indochina".
In addition, visitors can choose to take the Muong Hoa mountain train to admire the scenery on the mountainside, or take a walk to enjoy the journey among the flowers.
Ban May, a place that recreates the living space and unique cultural features of ethnic minorities.
On the way up to Fansipan, don't forget to visit Ban May - a small, pretty village at the foot of the mountain, home to seven ethnic minorities: H'Mong, Xa Pho, Tay, Giay, Dao Do, Thai and Ha Nhi Den.
Here, you will be welcomed by hospitable, gentle people, along with interesting traditional cultures.
Not only do visitors learn about beliefs and crafts, they also have the opportunity to admire unique rituals during local festivals.
Reenactments of traditional customs such as the Red Dao wedding ceremony, the H'Mong wife-pulling ceremony, or the Giay rice-going ceremony will surely be unforgettable.
Tourists excitedly take photos with the Fansipan peak milestone of 3,143m.
When stepping into the Fansipan cable car cabin, visitors can see the whole view of Muong Hoa valley, where mountains overlap and green terraced fields stretch to the horizon.
At the same time, experience the exciting feeling of going through the clouds, feeling the change of weather according to each height of the mountain.
In the clouds are the silhouettes of Buddhist architectural works with the appearance of ancient Vietnamese pagodas, solemn and peaceful like in ancient stories.
The most wonderful feeling is when visitors stand on the top of Fansipan looking down, enjoying the first drops of sunlight from the sky and earth, seeing the sea of clouds rolling and flowing like a waterfall, and in the distance is the immense green of the Hoang Lien Son mountains and forests.
If you have the chance, attend the solemn flag-raising ceremony at 10am at the highest flagpole in Vietnam, and watch the red flag with yellow star fluttering brightly in the vast space of the sky and earth.
The "cloud hunting" cafe Du Soleil seems to be built on the clouds.
Not only that, when coming to Fansipan in the cloudy season, don't forget to visit Van Son tea house, to relax your mind with hot cups of tea, enjoy the comfort and peace while watching the clouds drifting by the window.
For young tourists, Du Soleil Coffee "cloud hunting" with hot cups of cocoa, cakes and beautiful check-in corners will be an ideal stop.
With the cool, refreshing weather, there is nothing more enjoyable than enjoying Sa Pa specialties.
From chestnut cake, salmon hotpot, grilled meat with mac khen, herbal steamed chicken to fried stream fish, cat cabbage or special dishes such as Bac Ha horse thang co, grilled horse ribs with doi seeds, stir-fried buffalo meat with wild bamboo shoots...
Each dish has a strong flavor of the Northwest of Vietnam. Add a cup of apple wine, sit around a campfire with your loved ones, that is definitely a wonderful experience for any tourist when coming to Sa Pa in the fall and winter.
Source: https://www.baogiaothong.vn/di-dau-o-mien-bac-viet-nam-nhung-ngay-dep-nhat-nam-192241010090631492.htm
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