Northern Vietnam

A region of dramatic landscapes, rich traditions, and diverse ethnic cultures. From towering mountains to historic cities, Northern Vietnam offers some of the country’s most iconic experiences.

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Season
Season Winter
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 10 - 20 °C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Low
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Cold, humid, cloudy, occasional drizzle
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 5 – 10 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Short Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi and Ninh Binh feel colder due to high humidity. Sapa and Ha Giang can drop below 8°C with fog or frost. Visibility in mountainous areas is limited in early morning.

Public Holidays: New Year’s Day (1 Jan)

Season
Season Winter
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 12 – 22°C
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Cool, humid, light drizzle, cloudy
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 8–12 days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Long Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi and Ninh Binh are damp and misty. Sapa and Ha Giang can drop below 10°C, especially morning and night. Fog is common in mountainous areas, reducing visibility.

Public Holidays: Lunar New Year (Tet Holiday – varies by year)

Season
Season Spring
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 18 – 28°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Mild, humid, frequent drizzle
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 8–12 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi and Ninh Binh often have light rain and high humidity. Sapa and Ha Giang remain cool with foggy mornings. Landscapes are lush and green—great for photography.

Season
Season Spring
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 20 – 30°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Mild, slightly humid, occasional drizzle
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 5–8 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Early morning fog may appear in Hanoi, Sapa, and Ha Giang. Sapa remains cooler (15–22°C), good for trekking.

Public Holidays: Reunification Day (30 Apr), Hung Kings Festival

Season
Season Summer
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 24 – 34°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Warm, humid, occasional thunderstorms
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 8–12 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Weather becomes hotter and more humid. Mountain areas stay cooler but rain becomes more frequent. Afternoon thunderstorms are short but intense.

Public Holidays: Labor Day (1 May)

Season
Season Summer
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 26 – 35°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Hot, humid, frequent afternoon thunderstorms
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 10–15 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Long Waiting

Key Events: Sudden heavy showers are common in Hanoi and Ninh Binh. Sapa and Ha Giang remain cooler but trekking trails become muddy. Humidity is high, causing discomfort during outdoor activities.

Public Holidays: Summer holiday season (domestic travel peak)

Season
Season Summer
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 27 – 35°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Hot, humid, frequent heavy rain
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 12–18 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Frequent thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon. Sapa and Ha Giang are cooler but foggy and rainy. Landscapes are lush but weather is unpredictable.

Season
Season Autumn
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 26 – 34°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Hot, humid, frequent heavy rain
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 12–18 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Sudden downpours occur frequently. Mountain areas have fog and reduced visibility.

Public Holidays: Vu Lan Festival (Ghost Festival – lunar July)

Season
Season Autumn
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 24 – 32°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Warm, humid, occasional rain
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 8–12 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Rice terraces in Sapa and Ha Giang enter harvest season. Weather still has occasional rain, especially in mountains.

Public Holidays: National Day (2 Sep)

Season
Season Autumn
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 20 – 28°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Cool, dry, pleasant
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 3–6 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: One of the best months to visit Northern Vietnam. Clear skies, low humidity—ideal for walking tours. Golden rice terraces in Sapa and Ha Giang.

Public Holidays: Peak autumn travel season

Season
Season Winter
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 15 – 26°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Low
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Cool, dry, occasional fog
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 3–6 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Short Waiting

Key Events: Pleasant weather in Hanoi, ideal for sightseeing. Sapa and Ha Giang become colder, especially mornings/evenings. Clear skies suitable for photography.

Season
Season Winter
Typical Temperature
Typical Temperature 10 – 22°C
Crowded Level
Crowded Level Moderately Crowded
Weather Conditions
Weather Conditions Cold, dry, occasional drizzle and fog
Avg Rainy Days
Avg Rainy Days 3–6 Days
Attraction Queue Time
Attraction Queue Time Moderate Waiting

Key Events: Hanoi is cold, especially mornings and evenings. Sapa and Ha Giang can drop below 10°C, sometimes near 0°C. Fog is common in mountainous areas.

Public Holidays: Christmas, New Year

More Reviews from Our Guests

hfbmartinus
5.0/5

Lily's Travel planned an amazing 5 weeks for my girlfriend and I. We started off in Ho Chi Minh City and took an incredibly scenic route North. We did everything from explore caves, to a motorcycle tour, to a lantern making workshop.We had the most amazing time and our caretaker, Lucy, was always available to accommodate any request or change of plan.A truly spectacular experience

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Arunkumar Ramamurthy
5.0/5

One of the memorable trips to the beautiful and most hospitable Vietnam trip during July'24.Without Lily's travel, our Vietnam trip wouldn't have been this designed so perfecly. It's an 8 night family trip. We took a lot of time to finalize with Lily' travel. But it was worth getting in touch with Lily's travel company. It's all strted with Mr.Tony whom I have contacted from Gulf, and he was so knowledgeable and understandable to craft a perfect itinerary for a family trip mainly including Vegetarian food.Once finalizing the Itinerary, Ms.Lucy took over our day to day trips with so much care and precise. She was on top of everything each day before we think. All the planned visits were got executed well.We thank Mr. Tony and Ms.Lucy for arranging and taking care of us, both before and during the travel.Also, special thanks to our one day Hannoi trip guide, Ms Hannah. She was so humble and experienced to take us through the Hanoi city and explain even small details.We started our Vietnam trip from Ho Chi Minh city and ended in Hanoi.As we had a night in cruise at Halong bay, Lily's travel recommended Hermes cruise and the staff and crew took care of us with so much.. This cruise is one of the best you will remember.Overall with our experience we recommend Lily's travel as a best tour organizer for each penny you spend its worth. You will thoroughly enjoy your vacation.

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor
Imm L
5.0/5

I would highly recommend lily’s travel agency if you are planning a holiday to vietnam. We were a group of 7 (age 12 to 78) and spent 8 wonderful days visiting various places in north Vietnam. The service and care provided by Mr Koi and Ms Mina including drivers and our tour Guides were top notch. Very pleased with attention from start of initial contact, customising the itinerary, selecting accommodation, pre-departure briefing, checking in with us every day to make sure everything was running smoothly up to our day of departure. Mr koi and Ms Mina also arranged a birthday surprise for my dad who celebrated his 78th birthday… my dad was delighted! I am so glad to have picked lily’s travel agent to help me organised this special trip. It was stress free because I know that Mr Koi and Ms Mina would be there for us. Thank you once again Mr Koi and Ms Mina.

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Parshwa S
5.0/5

Sorry for the late post, me and my wife we had booked a trip with Lily’s Travel agency in dec 2023 It was my first international trip and I was also afraid about the agency and how it will come out to my expectations but we had an exceptional experience! From the initial consultation to the final drop off their team provided top-notch service and expert knowledge.Also we were following the Jain diet and that also they understood very well and we got the India like Jain food there in vietnam, the way they arranged the trip was fabulous .We have asked for a customized itinerary that is 5 Days covering north Vietnam which exceeded my expectations, and their recommendations were spot on.On landing vietnam they just created my whatsapp grp with the support team who are always available to answer any questions and also any food or travel arrangements were done flawlessly.I would highly recommend Lily’s Travel Agency to anyone seeking a well-planned, memorable, safe and hassle-free travel experience. Five stars and beyond!"Specifically Great Thanks to Sophia & Cindy for all the support !!!! 5 star for both ️

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ashishngupta
5.0/5

My wife and I recently completed an 8-day trip to Vietnam, and we had the pleasure of booking through Lily’s Travel Agency. From start to finish, the experience was remarkable. They truly understood our requirements and tailored the itinerary to suit our budget and preferences.The connectivity throughout the trip was seamless, and the customer service was impeccable. We encountered a few challenges along the way, but Lily's team handled everything with great care and efficiency. For instance, I had an issue with shipping my bag from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, and they went above and beyond to help me locate it and even delivered it to my doorstep. Additionally, when my wife forgot her bag at a hotel, they ensured it was recovered and delivered to the airport in time.Language can be a barrier in Vietnam, but Lily’s Travel Agency made everything smooth and easy. Their cabs and buses were always on time, and the spots they chose for us to visit were simply amazing. I also needed assistance finding a doctor for back pain, and they quickly arranged that as well. Even when our flights were delayed, they were incredibly accommodating and rescheduled our plans without any hassle.A special shoutout to Mina and Larissa for their outstanding hard work and dedication. They made our trip truly unforgettable. I highly recommend Lily’s Travel Agency to anyone planning a trip to Vietnam!

Originally reviewed on Tripadvisor

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