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Where to visit in Vietnam in September?

Vietnam in September – Where to visit?

You are going to go to Vietnam in September but still not sure where to visit? Or are you overwhelmed by the various places to choose? According to the weather conditions, here are the best suggestions for you from locals. Let’s see!

Where to go in Vietnam in September?
Where to go in Vietnam in September?

Hanoi

In September, Northern Vietnam is coming towards the end of its summer. This month is also supposed to be one of the best months to travel to Hanoi. You can easily see that, Hanoi in September appears in many poems and songs. Why? Come to find the answer by yourself.

What makes Hanoi - Vietnam in September special?
What makes Hanoi – Vietnam in September special?

“Specialties” of Hanoi in September are alstonia (also known as Milk flower or Hoa Sua) and “Com” (green rice flake). Visiting Hanoi at this month, tourists not only can enjoy the scent of Hoa Sua but also can have a chance to try a traditional food of Vietnam – Com. You can find and buy authentic green rice flake at Vong village – the place that is famous for tradition of making Com.

Com (green rice flake) is a specialty of Hanoi in autumn
Com (green rice flake) is a specialty of Hanoi in autumn

Hoi An Ancient Town – Vietnam in September

Coming to Hoi An in September, you will have a chance to join a typical activity of the Mid-autumn Festival – dropping flower garlands and colored lanterns. The most interesting is that you can take a ride on a boat along the Hoai River and drop the flower lanterns on the river by yourselves and pray for good luck and peace to you and your loved people.

Hoi An in a day of September
Hoi An in a day of September

The ancient town of Hoi An is definitely the paradise for those who want a relaxing trip. It has a quiet and romantic beauty with old houses, stunning scenes that will make you fall in love at the first sight. In addition, in Hoi An, people sell a lot of wonderful traditional souvenirs, handicrafts, etc. Do not forget to buy some as gifts for friends and your family members.

Shimmering Hoi An at the Mid-autumn Festival
Shimmering Hoi An at the Mid-autumn Festival

Mekong Delta – Vietnam in September

The delta has a pleasant tropical monsoon climate with two alternate seasons: dry and rainy. Dry season runs from November through April or May with average temperature around 28 °C and the rainy season is from May till October. Although September is in the rainy season, the rain is short and does not affect your trip much. Thus, it is not a bad choice to travel to the Mekong Delta in this months.

Taking a boat tour is an exciting experience to try in Mekong Delta - Vietnam in September
Taking a boat tour is an exciting experience to try in Mekong Delta – Vietnam in September

Visiting the Mekong Delta in August, you not only have the opportunity to joining boat tours through canals, trade at floating markets or listen to Southern amateur music, but also can explore gardens with ripe fruits and pick them by yourself.

Tourists can pick up fruits and enjoy them right at the orchard
Tourists can pick up fruits and enjoy them right at the orchard

Kon Tum

Do not think that the majestic Central Highlands region of Vietnam only has Dalat and Buon Ma Thuot to travel. Kon Tum – “the sleeping fairy in the middle of vast sky and forests” is surely a wonderful destinations foryou to explore in September.

Kon Tum is a destination you cannot ignore when coming to Vietnam in September
Kon Tum is a destination you cannot ignore when coming to Vietnam in September

Coming Kon Tum in September, tourists can admire a wide range of graceful scenic landscapes and visit homes of ethnic people to learn more about their daily life and local’s culture. Attractions in Kon Tum: Dak Bla River, Kon Klor Tranditional House, Kon Klor Hanging Pedestrian, Kon Tum Former Prison, Roman Catholic Diocese, Bac Ai Temple, etc.

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