I have a date in Moc Chau this Tet holiday.

Cherry blossoms, white plum blossoms, peach blossoms, yellow mustard flowers… This Tet holiday, Moc Chau is resplendent like a land of countless flowers. If you're planning a spring trip away from the city, Moc Chau is a destination you can't miss.

Checking in with cherry blossoms in Moc Chau - Photo: QUANG KIEN

Located about 200km from the center of Hanoi , Moc Chau is one of the most searched names with the keyword "spring travel destination near Hanoi".

Spring in Moc Chau is imbued with the unique character of the Northwest mountainous region, with countless spring flowers blooming in vibrant colors, from peach blossoms and cherry blossoms to plum blossoms and mustard flowers.

Moc Chau's yellow mustard field - Photo: QUANG KIEN

According to Quang Kien, a young person working in tourism in Moc Chau, during this Tet holiday, tourists can visit the cherry blossom garden in Mu Nau, Moc Chau tea village, Mu Nau plum valley, strawberry gardens, and rose gardens.

Entrance fees at these locations range from 30,000 to 100,000 VND, depending on the specific destination.

This Tet holiday, visitors to Moc Chau will not only be able to admire the beautiful natural scenery but also discover the unique cultural identity of the ethnic groups as Tet and spring arrive.

Plum blossoms bloom white across the mountains and forests - Photo: QUANG KIEN

Suggested itinerary for a 2-day, 1-night trip to Moc Chau:

Day 1:

We depart from Hanoi at 8 am, and the journey from Hanoi to Moc Chau takes approximately 4-5 hours.

At 12 noon, check into your accommodation, have lunch, and rest.

At 1 PM, head to see the plum blossoms. You can choose a garden near your accommodation, but be sure to ask the gardener about the amount of blossoms in bloom before you arrive.

At 3:30 PM, enjoy a strawberry picking experience. In Moc Chau, there are many strawberry farms for tourists to choose from, with entrance fees ranging from 30,000 to 40,000 VND per person.

At 6 PM, try Moc Chau milk hot pot, a local delicacy.

8 PM: Exploring the Moc Chau pedestrian street.

Checking in at Moc Chau tea hills - Photo: NGUYEN HIEN

Day 2:

Watch the sunrise at Moc Chau tea hills at 5 am.

We'll depart at 8 AM to experience the orange grove, where visitors can enjoy the scenery, take photos, and try picking the fruit.

At 10 am, we went for coffee on the pine-covered hill, enjoying the fresh air of the highlands.

We boarded the bus back to Hanoi at 12 PM.

Strawberry picking experience - Photo: QUANG KIEN

This Tet holiday, Moc Chau is expected to be a popular destination, so you should book your accommodation in advance. Alternatively, you can choose all-inclusive tour packages that include a local guide, transportation, and photography services.

The cost for a spring trip to Moc Chau ranges from 2-2.5 million VND per person.

Besides Moc Chau, many destinations near Hanoi such as Mai Chau (Phu Tho), Ninh Binh, and Ha Long (Quang Ninh) are also worth considering for tourists.

NGUYEN HIEN

Source: https://tuoitre.vn/tet-nay-co-hen-o-moc-chau-20260216090808467.htm