Best places to visit in Vietnam in September

Updated: November 30, 2023 Tommy Ngo Vietnam Seasons and Climate 0 comment.

September marks the beginning of the tourism season in Vietnam. With pleasant weather and fewer crowds compared to the peak tourist months, it’s an ideal time to enjoy your Vietnam tour. Whether you’re exploring the bustling streets of Hanoi, cruising through the magnificent limestone karsts of Halong Bay, or immersing yourself in the vibrant markets of Hoi An, September offers a fantastic opportunity to experience the beauty and culture of Vietnam. Don’t miss the chance to sample delicious Vietnamese cuisine, visit historical landmarks, and interact with friendly locals. Make the most of your Vietnam tour and create unforgettable memories in September.

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Here are the best places to visit in Vietnam in September

Mu Cang Chai terraced rice fields

Hanoi

Hanoi in September exists in many Vietnamese poems and songs because of its beauty and romance. Hanoi in autumn is famous for the fragrant Milk Flower. The trees line streets, perfuming the night air and creating an area of romance for boys and girls meeting on a date. Coming to Hanoi in September means having a chance to see the leaves change color, and to enjoy Cốm (fried young green rice) as well as the feeling of warm sunlight, cool breeze and dry atmosphere. Visiting Hanoi in autumn, international tourists can also see the bride and groom wearing traditional wedding dress taking their wedding photos in the old quarter, romantic roads such as Xuan Dieu, Kim Ma, Thanh Nien, etc and other beautiful places such as parks, the Opera House, the cathedral. Hanoi is the most charming in autumn. Enjoy your Vietnam tour in September in Hanoi to know how beautiful Hanoi autumn is.

Sapa

Sapa is always beautiful in four-seasons. The weather in September is still hot in Vietnam, but in Sapa, it is still cool and choosing Sapa, visitors never regret. Sapa has a majestic, dreaming and romantic beauty. Spend your tour in Sapa, you not only have a chance to enjoy the fresh air of a region of the northwest but also visit the old French villas, 100m high Silver waterfall, learn the life of H ‘Mong people in Cat Cat Village. Especially you can take part in the “Love market” on Saturday and climb the “Heaven Gate”, “Cloud Yard” to record the images of Sapa town engulfed in fog. Sapa hotel price is not expensive. However, to enjoy the fully Vietnam tour in September, visitors should choose the 3 or 4-star hotels.

There are also many yellow terraced rice fields look like a golden ladder in Sapa in September. Seeing yellow terraced rice fields from high points brings tourists much emotion.

Hoi An

Located in Quang Nam province, on the banks of Thu Bon River, Hoi An is said to be an Eastern Oriental classic captivation. The weather in Hoi An is comparatively warm during the whole year. It is good for tourists to visit Hoi An any time when you have free time. Hoi An is the mix of old and new, the ancient architecture and the daily life of the local people.

Hoi An has quiet and romantic beautiful with old houses, quiet streets, the dishes bringing Quang – people‘s soul will certainly be a nice space for families to make their relationship closer. In addition, tourists can also immerse themselves in the fresh water of Cua Dai Beach. Tourists should not miss the town’s traditional houses, pagodas, halls and museums like Tan Ky House, Duc An House, and Tran Family Chapel. The best time to visit Hoi An is at the night of full moon – on the fifteenth of month. There will be power off and burn the lanterns, you can enjoy the ancient town of shimmering Hoi An. Hoi An is the best choice for your Vietnam tour in September.

Hoi An is also renowned for being shopping paradise selling wonderful antique pieces, handicrafts, souvenirs, and etc. It is even easy to have a tailored Vietnamese traditional cloth made by the famous dress-maker. Come to see and explore the charm of Hoi An yourselves, your Vietnam tour in September will surely be a lifetime memorable journey.

Mekong Delta

Mekong Delta with beautiful landscapes, green fields, fruit orchards and sleepy villages as well as colorful floating markets is the most attractive destination in Vietnam. Lonely Planet – the largest travel guide book rated Mekong Delta as one of the Best Value destination for 2012. There a lot of beauty-spots in the Delta with a Mekong river cruise tour. However, Can Tho, My Tho, Ben Tre, Vinh Long and Chau Doc are the most well – known places.

Visiting Can Tho, tourists have a chance to discover the daily life of the local people through visiting Cai Rang floating markets, My Khanh Tourist Village and Phu Sa Tourist Site. Besides, tourists also can visit the valuable monument of art and architectural style in the newly-expanded South Western area – Binh Thuy Communal House.

Tien islets, Phung islets and Oc islets, the ecological environment of Vam Ho Bird Yard and vast orchards make the beauty of Ben Tre. Moreover, Chau Doc with Tay An pagoda or Sam Mountain and Ba Chua Xu Temple is another beautiful and interesting place to visit in September.

People in Mekong Delta live along the river. Therefore, there are many villages being often accessible by rivers and canals rather than by road. Visiting Mekong Delta means that taking a trip on boat to explore the tranquil, fresh and green countryside along the legendary Mekong River; and buy agriculture products on boats in the floating market. Tourists also have a chance to enjoy a form of Vietnamese folk opera – Cai Luong while tasting local specialties.

Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc has been famous among domestic and foreign tourists as the most beautiful and biggest island in Vietnam. Despite being a long-time tourist attraction, the island still possesses its extraordinary beauty with unspoiled white-sand beaches and quaint fishing villages. Visiting Phu Quoc, your Vietnam tour in September will be more meaningful with many interesting choices. For example, you can swim on the blue beach, endless stretches of sand or enjoy a cycling tour, and kayaking on its quiet inlets or scuba diving around the coral reefs. Visiting Phu Quoc Island in September, don’t forget to enjoy the fresh and delicious seafood. In addition, tourists can choose to experience home stays in rustic bungalows with local islanders or live in five-star hotels of glorious resorts with the scenic views over the islands. Phu Quoc is the best choice for your Vietnam tour in September.

Best Vietnam tours if you travel to Vietnam in September

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