Ideas for your October trip in Vietnam

By wandering along the mountains nearby peaceful sea-side, you will feel the special privilege that mother of nature endows this Asian landscape where the autumn sun ray gently shines on its majestic nature. In this article, Authentik Vietnam recommends you some destinations to perfectly plan for your October trip in Vietnam. 

Buckwheat flowers – the gorgeous queen of Ha Giang  
Not only famous for its magnificent scenery, limestone mountains and winding roads, the northern mountainous area also carries a tenderness of poetic buckwheat flower fields. In the blooming season, tourists will be amazed with a pristine beauty that has long been a symbol of Ha Giang highlands. Coming to this heaven, visitors will be astonished by the great contrast between the mighty Dong Van valleys, the spectacular Quan Ba gates and especially be loss among the dazzling. 

The most beautiful buckwheat meadows in Sung La, Lung Cu and Sin Manwheat fields.  

Legend has it that this little flower would have appeared to save the Hmong people during a dreadful famine. Growing in the middle of the rocks, this tiny flower with the shape of inverted heart brings out a pleasant perfume and tasty flavor as corn and rice. The villagers use it to add flavors to cakes and local food. Besides, fragmented buckwheat fruits are used to make many kind of home-made alcohol. 
 

Sa Pa and the sparkling rice terraces 
It is in autumn that a striking natural transformation takes place in the mountains of Sa Pa, where the terraced rice fields reveal their sparkling gorgeousness. 

 The northern stunning golden terraces 

During the harvest season (falling in October), the rice fields dress up themselves with a divine brilliance, the sky shows it crystal blue and the lucid air could not be fresher. This natural setting set outs endless inspiration for travelers and photographers from all over the world. It is impossible to fully discover the natural wealth and the intimate heritage of Sa Pa without contemplating the thousands of golden acres undulating between Muong Hoa valley and the mountains in ethnic villages as Ta Van, Lao Chai and so on…  
 
A perfect beach-break in Phan Thiet resort
Endowed by nature with an average temperature ranging from 25 to 28 degrees, long white sand beaches and transparent waters, Phan Thiet City is a paradise for beach breaks. Encircled by the mountains and caressed by the wind, the waves of Phan Thiet is a promising destination for fans of windsurfing, kite surfing or surfing. What is more, this is also where visitors can enjoy a wide range of choices of hotels and resorts, including the most luxurious one.
The most beautiful beaches from Phan Thiet: Bai Rang (15 km), Hon Rom (Long Son hamlet), Ke Ga (20 km) Mui Ne, a fishing village (22 km) and Thuan Quy, the wildest beach (30 km).  

A perfect beach-break in Phan Thiet resort

Flood season in the Mekong Delta
Falling under the unique charm of the lively river life, the Mekong with many of its canals links to the rise of water, emerge intensely in October, in all directions.

Bung Binh Thien flood season

Wandering in the lush forests to explore its great biodiversity, walking around the enormous lakes to discover the peaceful life of the fishing villages or immersing yourself in a sensational atmosphere of floating markets, everything will help you get closer to the authenticity of the Mekong Delta.
Must-See: Tra Su Cajeput Forest, Bung Binh Thien Lake (An Giang Province), Tram Chim National Park (Dong Thap Province), Chau Doc Raft Fish Village, Cai Rang Floating Markets, Nga Nam, Cai Be, Long Xuyen and Tra On.

Pearl Island, Phu Quoc
Known as a sleeping beauty among many magnificent destinations in Vietnam, Phu Quoc island is famous for its stunning coastlines surrounded by sumptuous exotic landscapes.  A great choice for anyone looking for the idleness between sky and sea. Far from being invaded by the tourist frenzy, and with a mild climate all year round, Phu Quoc is more than perfect to welcome you at any time. 

Phu Quoc under the sunset 

Thanks to those adorable beaches with turquoise waters, this jewel also plays an important role in the preservation of the natural heritage including abundant primitive forests, and the exceptional seabed. What appeal to trekking lovers in the jungle and those families who come to enjoy the beach, is the beauty Phu Quoc brings along during October – when its natural asset are fully displayed. What appeal to trekking lovers in the jungle and those families who come to enjoy the beach, is the beauty Phu Quoc brings along during October – when its natural asset are fully displayed. It comes without saying that Bai Dai, Bai Sao, Bai Khem, Bai Ganh Dau and Bai Da Trao are 5 most beautiful beaches, of which Bai Dai is one of the world's top 5 most beautiful and cleanest sea. Besides, you may interest in visiting the Phu Quoc National Park, the former fishing village of Ham Ninh, admiring the sunset at Dinh Cau, or exploring the pearl and pepper farm, brine or fish sauces villages…

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