Travel experiences in Phu Tho, the ancestral land.

Vương Thanh Tú•27/04/2023

Besides visiting the Hung Temple complex, tourists also have many other must-see places when coming to Phu Tho .

Located about 90 km from Hanoi, Phu Tho is not only home to the Hung Temple Festival, but also boasts many other diverse tourist attractions.

Move

Currently, Phu Tho does not have a civil airport, so tourists can only choose to travel by road or rail. With private vehicles such as motorbikes and cars, tourists can conveniently travel from Hanoi via the Hanoi - Lao Cai expressway. Travel time by private vehicle is approximately 90-120 minutes depending on the vehicle.

Besides private vehicles, tourists can travel to Phu Tho by public transport. If choosing to take the bus, tourists can catch one from My Dinh for 60,000 VND per trip. Tourists can also take a train from Hanoi to Phu Tho.

Currently, there are two types of trains to Phu Tho: YB3 and SP3. The YB3 train takes approximately 3 hours, with ticket prices ranging from 50,000 to 69,000 VND, depending on the type of seat. The SP3 train has a shorter travel time (about 2 hours and 30 minutes) with ticket prices ranging from 170,000 to 310,000 VND, depending on the type of cabin.

Where to go for fun?

Located on Nghia Linh mountain, the Hung Temple complex is the most famous tourist destination in Phu Tho province. Built in the 15th century, the temple is traditionally believed to be the place where the first Hung King ascended the throne, founding the Van Lang Kingdom.

The main area comprises four temples, a pagoda, and a mausoleum, harmoniously situated amidst picturesque natural scenery. Every year, the Hung Temple Festival takes place on the 10th day of the third lunar month, attracting thousands of visitors.

In addition to visiting the historical sites, tourists can also explore the Hung Vuong Museum. It displays nearly 4,000 artifacts on the theme "The Hung Kings founded the Van Lang Kingdom on the historical land of Phong Chau."

Often described as a miniature Ha Long Bay, Ao Chau Lagoon is a must-see tourist destination when visiting Phu Tho. According to legend, this was a stopping point for King Hung during his search for a suitable location to establish his capital.

Covering an area of approximately 300 hectares, Ao Chau boasts over 100 islands nestled within its waters. Visitors can rent boats to explore Ao Chau lagoon, with each trip lasting about 2-3 hours and costing around 100,000-150,000 VND per trip.

Xuan Son National Park is a fairly well-known tourist destination in Phu Tho province. Covering an area of over 10,000 hectares, it is home to 483 animal species. Among them are many species on the Red List, such as the pheasant and the mountain goat.

This is an ideal tourist destination for visitors to Phu Tho every summer. One of the attractions of Xuan Son is its weather, experiencing four seasons in one day. Visitors can participate in trekking or camping activities here.

Moreover, visitors can interact with and experience the lives of the Dao and Muong ethnic minorities in this area. Therefore, this is a destination for tourists who love ecotourism and relaxation.

Located about 40 km from Viet Tri city, Thanh Thuy hot spring is a must-see destination when talking about tourism in Phu Tho. This mineral spring was formed from deep underground fissures along the Da River.

This hot spring has a temperature of approximately 37-43 degrees Celsius. Bathing in the mineral spring is beneficial for beauty, treating bone and joint diseases, and cardiovascular health. The entrance fee to the mineral spring at Thanh Thuy is about 60,000-100,000 VND per person.

If you want to admire a vast and harmonious landscape, then visit Long Coc tea hill. The tea hill is located in Tan Son district, about 70 km from the center of Viet Tri.

Many tourists and photographers consider Long Coc to be one of the most beautiful tea hills in Vietnam. Especially in late autumn, the hills are intertwined in a mystical mist. When visiting Long Coc, tourists can buy famous tea products such as Dinh Bat Tien or Shan Bat Tien.

Lang Cave is the largest and longest stalactite cave in Phu Tho province. Located deep within Ten Mountain, its entrance overlooks the Muong Lang plain.

The cave contains many stalactite formations illuminated by lights, creating a mysterious and unusual atmosphere. Due to the high and wide ceiling, visitors can easily explore and admire the cave's features.

Where to stay, what to eat

One of the things many tourists care about when traveling is accommodation. If you want to choose accommodation near the city center, you can consider Muong Thanh Luxury Phu Tho, Garden Viet Tri, Saigon - Phu Tho Hotel, SOJO Viet Tri, with prices starting from around 600,000 VND per night.

In addition, tourists can also consider other types of accommodation such as homestays and resorts. Some notable options include Thanh Thuy Resort and Vuon Vua Resort & Villas.

In Xuan Son National Park, there are two well-known homestays: Xuan Son Homestay and Areca Homestay. Here, visitors can experience the life and enjoy the specialties of the Dao ethnic people.

Phu Tho boasts a rich variety of local specialties. First is Thanh Son sour meat. This is a traditional dish of the Muong ethnic group. The main ingredients of sour meat are pork and finely ground roasted rice flour, mixed together and placed in bamboo tubes.

Doan Hung pomelo is a popular gift that tourists can buy to give to family and relatives when traveling in Phu Tho. Doan Hung pomelos are smaller than regular pomelos, with thin skin but thick, juicy segments.

Banh tai is another famous specialty of Phu Tho. The outer layer is made from sticky rice flour, and the filling is savory seasoned pork. Fish stewed with canarium fruit is also a dish not to be missed in this ancestral land. Canarium fruit, with its sour and astringent taste, is stewed with fish, galangal, and ginger, making it perfect for chilly days.

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