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Traveling to Da Lat at the end of the year and the period leading up to the new year always attracts more tourists than ever before because of the favorable weather, the space filled with the fragrance and colors of flowers, and attractive outdoor activities and entertainment venues.
Da Lat is at its most beautiful during the transitional periods between seasons, between the rainy and dry seasons, between warm sunny days and cold days. The dry season lasts from November to April of the following year. Therefore, this is the ideal time to visit the city of a thousand flowers.
Da Lat is most beautiful during the transitional moments between seasons, between the rainy and dry seasons, between warm sunny days and cold days.
In the last months of the year, the flowers in Da Lat bloom profusely. These are also must-see tourist destinations when visiting Da Lat. Especially as the New Year approaches, Da Lat is at its most beautiful and romantic with its cool weather. The seasons of wild sunflowers, cherry blossoms, and pink grass are special things waiting for visitors to discover in Da Lat...
Let's join Travellive in discovering the best places to visit in Da Lat during the end of the year and the transition into the new year:
Admiring cherry blossoms
A particularly noteworthy flower season in Da Lat at the end of the year is the cherry blossom. The blooming time is not fixed, and can begin in mid- or late December, depending on the weather. Around mid-January, when the seasons change, the cherry blossoms bloom simultaneously and most brilliantly, signaling the arrival of spring. The entire city seems to be draped in a pink cloak, possessing a unique and captivating charm.
The pink blossoms of the cherry blossoms paint the entire sky.
Cherry blossoms are abundant in suburban areas. Specifically, they can be found at tourist spots along the Trai Mat - Cau Dat route, Da Quy slope, Lac Duong, and Tuyen Lam Lake. Some city streets, such as Tran Hung Dao Street and along the shores of Xuan Huong Lake, also feature these blossoms.
Visitors can choose to go flower hunting in the early morning or late afternoon. The weather is relatively pleasant and the light is quite good at these times.
Check-in at the pink grass hill.
For tourists who love Da Lat, they have to wait a whole year to check in with the surreal beauty of the pink grass hills. Therefore, if you travel to Da Lat at the end of the year, you must definitely visit and take pictures with the pink grass. From mid-November to the beginning of January is when the pink grass begins to bloom. Tourist destinations with this stunning grass hill include the hillsides in Trai Mat, the road near Thai Phien flower village, the Golden Valley, or the area around the lonely pine tree.
The best time to admire the pink grass is early in the morning when the sun has just risen and the dew hasn't yet evaporated.
Pink grass, also known as snow grass or foxtail grass, is a wild flower that grows in clumps, reaching high to bask in the sun. This grass also covers entire hillsides, creating dreamy pink grass hills. The delicate pink grass petals are easily blown away by the wind. The pink grass season doesn't last very long, but its beauty still captivates many tourists.
The best time to admire the pink grass is early in the morning when the sun has just risen and the mist hasn't yet dissipated. Mornings in Da Lat are usually quite cold, so visitors should bring warm clothing when visiting the pink grass hills.
Cloud hunting in Da Lat
If you haven't had the chance to go cloud hunting in the mountainous regions of Northern Vietnam, now is the perfect time in Da Lat to experience it. Areas like Cau Dat, Da Phu Hill, Thien Phuc Duc Hill, Lang Biang, or several cafes in Da Lat with beautiful mountain views are also convenient locations for your cloud-hunting adventure.
Cloud hunting is a must-try experience whenever you visit Da Lat.
Looking down from the high hills, one sees fluffy white clouds, light as cotton balls. Running up the hill at dawn, breathing in the fresh air and gazing at the clouds while waiting for the sun to rise will surely be an unforgettable experience for every visitor to this misty land.
Participate in outdoor activities.
The dry season in Da Lat at the end of the year is the most relaxing time for camping or glamping (a form of sleeping in tents but with amenities comparable to resorts).
Here, you can pitch tents, light a campfire, barbecue, drink beer, and chill while enjoying the stunning views of Da Lat from above. With New Year's Day approaching, glamping will be a fun experience close to nature and will attract many tourists, especially young people and small families. In Da Lat, you can go to the Golden Stream Lake, Golden Valley, Da Phu Hill… and pine forest areas to camp.
The dry season in Da Lat at the end of the year is the most relaxing time for camping or glamping.
Besides photo spots, outdoor enthusiasts can travel to Tuyen Lam Lake and participate in SUP paddling or camping by the lake. These activities are usually organized as tours. Visitors can find these tours online at various prices. Half-day tours typically include SUP paddling and light refreshments by the lake. Those wishing to camp can consider overnight tours.
Celebrate the Christmas season in style!
Traveling to Da Lat in December, you can welcome the Christmas season in a lively atmosphere amidst the characteristic cool weather. Compared to other places, the Christmas atmosphere in Da Lat is quite different. This is clearly reflected in the fact that the people of Da Lat are heavily influenced by the French lifestyle after the French colonial rule of Vietnam for nearly a hundred years. Therefore, according to many tourists, Christmas in Da Lat feels very similar to Christmas in the West.
The Christmas atmosphere in Da Lat feels very similar to Christmas in the West.
Celebrating Christmas here, you'll enjoy the lively atmosphere in churches with distinctive French Catholic church styles. All of this creates a Christmas scene that is both breathtaking and magnificent for non-believers, yet warm and spiritual for Christians. Each church has its own unique charm, but one thing is certain: these are some of the most beautifully decorated places in Da Lat during the Christmas season.
Da Lat Flower Festival
Held from November 1st to December 31st, 2022, the Da Lat Flower Festival showcased all types of flowers on a large scale. This was an opportunity for Da Lat to promote its image and organize related programs and events to attract many tourists.
The Da Lat Flower Festival showcases all kinds of flowers on a large scale.
This year's Flower Festival will feature artistic programs such as: Flower Space, Bao Loc Night - Tea Fragrance, Silk Fashion - Heritage Route, Da Lat Aspiration Art Night, International Flower and Flowering Plant Exhibition, New Year's Art Program...
In addition, many new and colorful programs with local characteristics are being offered, including: paragliding over Da Lat, street carnival, hot air balloon festival, vegetable and flower market, and tours to flower villages...
