1. Sapa – The Town in the Clouds
Sapa is a popular winter destination with its cold weather, sometimes even snowfall, creating a European-like scenery.
- Highlights: Conquer Fansipan Peak, admire terraced fields, visit Cat Cat Village.
- Cuisine: Grilled dishes, salmon hotpot, thang co.
- Best time to visit: December to February.
2. Ha Giang – The Season of White Mustard Flowers
Ha Giang impresses visitors with its majestic mountain passes and blooming white mustard and late-blooming buckwheat flowers.
- Highlights: Explore Ma Pi Leng Pass, Lung Cu Flagpole, and Dong Van Karst Plateau.
- Winter festivals: Unique cultural activities of local ethnic groups.
- Ideal time to visit: November to January.
3. Da Lat – The City of Eternal Spring
Da Lat offers cool, mild winter weather, making it an ideal destination for all travelers.
- Highlights: Cloud hunting at Cau Dat Tea Hill, visiting flower gardens, strolling around Xuan Huong Lake.
- Cuisine: Mini pancakes, chicken hotpot with basil, hot soybean milk.
- Best time to visit: December to March.
4. Moc Chau – Paradise of White Flowers
In winter, Moc Chau is blanketed with white plum and mustard flowers, creating a tranquil, poetic atmosphere.
- Highlights: Visit Dai Yem Waterfall, explore lush green tea hills, experience Hmong culture.
- Cuisine: Grilled veal, nam pia, grilled fish.
- Best time to visit: December to February.
5. Hoi An – Romantic Ancient Town
Winter in Hoi An retains its charm with a peaceful and romantic ambiance.
- Highlights: Admire lantern-lit streets, explore the night market, visit Tra Que Vegetable Village.
- Cuisine: Cao lau, Quang noodles, Phuong’s banh mi.
- Ideal time to visit: November to January.
6. Phu Quoc – Warm Sunshine in Winter
For those escaping the cold, Phu Quoc offers a tropical paradise with mild weather and crystal-clear beaches.
- Highlights: Snorkeling at Hon Thom, visiting Ham Ninh Fishing Village, enjoying sunsets by the sea.
- Cuisine: Fresh seafood, grilled sea urchins with scallion oil.
- Best time to visit: November to March.
7. Mai Chau – Serene Beauty
Mai Chau is a peaceful retreat with scenic landscapes and traditional ethnic Thai villages.
- Highlights: Stay in homestays, explore Lac and Pom Coong Villages, cycle through rice fields.
- Cuisine: Sticky rice in bamboo, grilled pork, free-range chicken.
- Best time to visit: December to March.
