When is the best time to go to Mu Cang Chai?
Duyen

Duyen

Duyen's keen on travelling and exploring new places. By travelling, she get better at comfortable. It opens up the knowledge door for her as well.

When is the best time to go to Mu Cang Chai?

Q: I know the Northwest has magnificent terraced fields but. But don’t know if this season is ripe. Should I go to Mu Cang Chai at the end of August with the right rice season?

Let check answer When is the best time to go to Mu Cang Chai? as below

IMG 3603010

A: The distance from Hanoi to Mu Cang Chai is about 280km. If traveling by bus, it will take a day. You can stay in Tu Le or Mu Cang Chai town, take a rest and walk around Nui Pho. On day 2, you spend all day wandering the beautiful terraces, you should rent a motorbike to go.

The areas with beautiful rice fields are from Tu Le to Mu Cang Chai, to La Pan Tan area, you turn to La Pan Tan commune, where there are many beautiful terraced rice fields. (By Huynh Anh)

IMG 3603011

A: You call the 1080 switchboard of Yen Bai province. Then ask for the phone number of Mu Cang Chai district’s culture, sports and tourism office. They will answer your basic questions. good luck. (By Truong Huy)

A: Terraced rice fields in the Northwest region are always attraction for those who like to explore and experience at the end of autumn. But depending on each rice region, it also ripens unevenly. From the beginning to September 15, the rice will ripen beautifully in Sapa and Y Ty in Lao Cai.

From 15 to the end of September, you have to go to Thong Nguyen, Nam ty belonging to Hoang Su Phi, Ha Giang. In early October is the most appropriate time to watch rice Tu Le, Mu Cang Chai. (By Hoang Le)

How to get to Mu Cang Chai?

IMG 3603012

From Hanoi:

  • By train (Hanoi – Yen Bai ~ 247 Km) then from Yen Bai you can go here by taxi or motorbike
  • Travel with Car/Taxi ~ 6 hours ~ 280km

From Sapa:

  • It’s better to use private car(~ 4 hours for 183km) – Local bus available but not comfortable.

Quick tips:

Your tour in Mu Cang Chai will be boring if don’t stop at Tu Le. For more please contact us at sales@originvietnam.com

Discover The Hidden Charm Of Northern Vietnam

This hiking and sightseeing trip will offer you the peaceful and attractive spots in Northern mountainous Vietnam. Amazing Mu Cang Chai terrace fields on hillside as picturesque at village La Pan Tan, Mam Xoi hill, etc to Mai Chau peaceful valley and Halong on land of Trang An grottos. It will not be a perfect trip if you don’t visit Lan Ha Bay less touristic at beautiful limestone and islands.
Traveller's Choice

Special Offer Tours in Vietnam

Vietnam Travel Guides & Sightseeing

All Things Need to know before travelling to Vietnam

Mua Cave

Mua Cave

Referring to the hottest tourist destinations in Ninh Binh. Most people mention the Mua Cave. It’s one of the hottest must visit destination for thousand

Read More »
Tam Giang Lagoon

Tam Giang Lagoon

Tam Giang Lagoon, located in Thua Thien Hue province in Vietnam, is a mesmerizing natural treasure that captivates visitors with its serene beauty and rich

Read More »

Our difference

Origin Vietnam Responsible travel for Sharing Benefit with Local Community.

A small thing we do on our tours can make a big difference, so everyone at Origin Vietnam Travel, we strive our best to minimize the impacts while giving maximum enjoyment from your traveling experience. Continue reading ..

From Our Blog

BE INSPIRED, BE READY

Blogs pot & review. That you can get new experience of travel stories and taste local cuisines. It will take you into stepping of discover hidden sites of Vietnam!

Please login to access the full Agent Hub.

What’s in the Agent Hub

  • Webinars
  • Fam Trips
  • Industry News
  • Download Brochures
  • Useful Information
  • Promotions
  • Photo Gallery
  • Construction Reports
  • Operations Reports

login

Enter your email and password and start exploding Origin Travel features

Registry

YOUR TRAVEL PLAN
Speak to a specialist on +8482 909 86 86 or fill in the form below, we will reply within 12 hours. Thank You!
Any specific requests or interests to customize your tour?
YOUR CONTACT DETAILS

NOTE:

We keep your records confidential and do not sell them. Please provide accurate information to help us process your next tour faster, and we’ll offer unbeatable prices on our top tours.