Bac Son Valley in ripening rice season, ideal place to seek tranquility
In ripening rice season annually, Bac Son Valley boasts a unique and serene beauty that has become an ideal destination to escape from the chaos of modern life for many avid travelers.
The picturesque scenery of Bac Son Valley in ripening rice season Photo: VNExpress
Bac Son rice fields lie in an immense valley enveloped by imposing karst mountain ranges in Bac Son Town, Bac Son District, Lang Son Province.
Photo: VNExpress
From the peak, tourists can admire the panoramic view of stunning and vast paddy fields stretching to the horizon. The delicate fragrance of ripening rice would certainly refresh visits’ minds.
A corner of ripening paddy fields Photo: VNExpress
The serene and poetic landscape of Bac Son ripening paddy fields engrosses any traveler coming here.
The field looks like a yellow carpet quietly nestled amidst the charming valley. Photo: VOV
Photo: VOV
The sunlight penetrating through majestic mountains and shining down the yellow field adds to its magnificent beauty.
All the valley is bathed in glorious sunshine Photo: VOV
Sunset in Bac Son Valley Photo: VOV
Sunset in Bac Son Valley Photo: VOV
The sunrise and sunset are the best time to admire Bac Son ripening paddy fields. While the sunset brings the nostalgia feeling, the sunrise leaves tourists with freshness in the airy atmosphere, according to VOV.
Those who wish to embrace the sunrise have to climb Na Lay Mountain with more than 1,200 stone steps from 3 a.m. Tourists should not climb the mountain after rainy nights since stone steps are extremely slippery.
In the evening, all the town is blanketed by sparkling lights. Photo: VOV
The valley covered by sunshine and dense clouds will surely take the visitors' breath away.
Photo: Vietnam Private Tour
The winding and sluggish river create an exquisite artwork of natural scenery. Photo: VOV
Traditional houses of Tay ethnic people are situated amid enchanting paddy fields. Photo: VOV
The images of rice fields, lotus flowers, farmers, and banyan trees reminisce us about peaceful Vietnamese countryside. Photo: VOV
Cloud hunting is also a "must-try" experience in Bac Son Photo: VNExpress
Cloud hunting is also a "must-try" experience in Bac Son Photo: VNExpress
Besides admiring the ripening paddy fields, hunting clouds is also a not-to-be-missed experience for tourists. Tam Canh Pass is considered as the most perfect place to see the sea of clouds in Bac Son.
The pristine beauty of Bac Son Valley remains intact Photo: VOV
An off-the-beaten-track destination, Bac Son remains its pristine beauty. The enthralling and romantic beauty of ripening paddy fields along with amicable local residents certainly leaves tourists' immiscible impression.
Hoang Su Phi terraced fields are an off-the-beaten-track and imposing destination in Ha Giang, northern Vietnam; especially during the ripening rice season, the terraced fields ...
When visiting Mount Mau Son (Lang Son province), tourists are mesmerized with its beauty remaining4 through all 4 seasons: from forest peach blossoms in the spring to pale white ...
The 45-day visa exemption for French citizens and many other European nationals, together with increasingly convenient direct flight connections, has made Vietnam an appealing choice for French travelers.
Welcoming over 15.4 million international visitors (a 21.5% increase compared to the same period in 2024), Vietnam’s tourism and travel revenue in the past nine months was estimated at VND 69.6 trillion (up 20.5% year-on-year).
In recent months, Vietnam’s expanded visa exemption policy has made it easier for European travelers to visit and explore the country, with the number of Eastern European tourists searching for Vietnamese destinations on the Agoda platform surging by 59%. Among these, the “Pearl Island” of Phu Quoc has emerged as the most favored destination, witnessing a remarkable 113% increase in searches compared to the same period last year.
On October 18, the Vietnam Pho Festival 2025 officially kicked off at Our Tampines Hub in Singapore, attracting a large number of visitors eager to explore and savor Vietnam’s iconic dish.
Vietnam has outshined many strong contenders to secure a place among the top 10 most beloved global destinations in two major categories: “World’s Best Destination” and “World’s Friendliest Country.”
According to the announcement by the Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Quang Tri province on October 07. The renowned travel magazine Travel and Leisure selected 6 caves in Quang Tri province as must-see destinations in Vietnam.
The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Hanoi People’s Committee, will host the first Cultures of the World Festival in Hanoi from October 10 to 12, 2025, at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel. This major diplomatic and cultural event of Vietnam in 2025 carries special significance in honoring the diversity of world cultures, promoting people-to-people exchanges, and strengthening mutual understanding and friendship between Vietnam and international friends.
Da Nang possesses modern infrastructure with hospitals, services, and comfortable cafes, while maintaining a close local life, which is very suitable for the elderly.
According to the Expat Insider 2025 report released by InterNations, Vietnam ranks 5th among 46 countries rated as the best destinations for expatriates.