Vietnam in September 2023

Vietnam is a country that had been overlooked by travellers around the world until the early 2000s. But today Vietnam plays a vital role in the tourism of whole South-east Asia. Vietnam tourism offers a wide cultural diversity and is closely associated with nature. Vietnam in September is as perfect as it gets with all the harvesting that happens before winter. The is the time when the rice production hits its peak in the country as you will find people happy during this period of the year.

This has various landscapes which attract hikers and all other adventure seekers all over the world. This sure will be a boost to your adrenaline hunger. In September, you get to take guided tours around the rural places and get some fresh air, and in the big cities, you get to see a commercial and luxurious life with recreational activities.

Here are some of the points that you might have to keep in mind before visiting Vietnam in September.

Weather in Vietnam in September

Weather in Vietnam in September on the sunny side yet depends on which part of the country you are visiting. Rainfall is higher in the northern part of Vietnam, especially in the mountains. The Ho Chi Minh city in the southern part is visited quite often than most other cities in the country as it has tropical downpours at this time. 

And the beaches are in the southern part of Vietnam for the good of all of us. Which to me as a travel consultant makes me recommend the southern part for the beachside chillers of Vietnam in September. The average temperature of the country is at 24-degree celsius, and this might rise by at least 4-5 degrees to the south. The humidity level will be as high as 94%, which brings me to the point of carrying a with you during the tours. 

Places to Visit in Vietnam in September

1. Mu Cang Chai, Yen Ba

As mentioned above this is the time for people to harvest and store the rice grains before the winter approaches. Since this is a place filled with Paddy fields. The fields turn absolute yellow during this period of the year due to the ripe rice grains. 

People witness the real charm of the yellow field without paddy and the colour of the fertile soil in which they are able to cultivate if visited late harvest, i.e second part of the month. You get a pretty picturesque view of the fields in Vietnam in September. You can get to see people in traditional attire harvesting the rice grains.

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2. Bach Ma, Hue

Bach Ma, located near the city of Hue is a tropical forest with a famous National park to boast its true beauty, the Bach Ma National Park. People love to trek here to witness the rich wildlife, history and the green carpet makes it a perfect spot for photography. Let alone the green carpet, how about a red carpet of flowers all the way?. Visit this place with your partner by booking a Vietnam honeymoon package.

Yes, Azaleas, a pinkish-red coloured flower that you might not see in other places of Vietnam. Apart from this one can also spend some time in peace by visiting the Truc Lam Bach Ma Zen Monastery during holidaying in Vietnam in September. 

3. Mui Ne, Phan Thiet

Mui Ne is a beach town in the southern part of Vietnam. This has amused travellers over the years with its clean beaches along the coastline. The two popular beaches are – Ganh Beach and Suoi Beach. Both the beaches have a great collection of resorts, shops and restaurants. The weather in these places of Vietnam in September is just right for you to try all the water sports activities that the place has to offer. 

Due to the strong sea breeze, kitesurfing and windsurfing are quite popular. It has immense sand dunes, not like the ones in Dubai. But are with a good number of palm trees and coconut trees on the beachside. The other top attractions in this place are Hon Rom beach, Fairy Spring, Cham Temple – Poshanu, fish market. 

4. Mekong Delta

As the name suggests, this is a Delta region, and it is good to visit a delta region in the absence of Rainfall. Vietnam in September is the perfect time to visit Mekong delta as the weather is quite warm.

Tra Su Cajuput Forest is one of the famous attractions in this place. You can rent a boat and float on the immense of water an at the same time enjoy the beauty of the forest while passing through the dense forest in the banks of the canal

This is another floating experience that the place has to offer, the Floating Markets of Cai Rang, Cai Be. Cruise through the floating markets and also try renting a bike to roam around the local villages. You can also visit the fishing farms. Surely visit this place if you want to understand the floating culture.

5. Hanoi

Be it any time of the year, you cannot ignore Hanoi when planning a vacation to Vietnam. Two things that the travellers will be looking forward to trying out are 1. The scent of Alstonia, a typical Hanoi flower with a beautiful scent of its own. 2. Com – a type of rice flake, green in colour. At times you can see grilled rice as well made of the unripe sticky rice.  

Though the com can be found in most parts of Hanoi itself, the village Vong is considered as the birthplace of the Com making tradition. It would be authentic of you can try out this in this place during your trip to Vietnam in September. 

Also check: Hanoi tour packages

6. Phu Quoc

Phu Quoc is the Island located to the southwestern part of Vietnam. And the tourist season for this island starts from September to the end of March each year. The rainy season gets over by the mid of September and then you get to see a bright smiling sun while chilling on the beach. This is one of the most beautiful places in Vietnam in September.

The seafood is another factor that drives travellers like crazy to this place. The fish sauce production house is more commonly seen in this place. In addition to this, you get the regular Scuba Diving, Snorkelling and many other water activities as well. Few other places to visit in Vietnam in September are Ham Ninh fishing village, Sao beach, Khem beach, Tranh stream, Da Ban stream, Ganh Dau cape.

Also check: Phu Quoc tour packages

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