Vinh Phuc
Vĩnh Phúc
Vinh Phuc
Vĩnh Phúc
Tourism hub of Northern Vietnam, combining mountain resorts and deep cultural heritage.
Northern Vietnam
70 km from Hanoi
Mountain Tourism
In a Nutshell
Vinh Phuc Province is located in the Red River Delta, just 70 km from Hanoi. It is a dynamically developing region that attracts millions of tourists every year. Although the province was merged with Phu Tho in July 2025, it retains its status as a key destination for recreation, offering a combination of national park natural beauty, Buddhist shrines, and modern comfort.
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Administrative Context
The administrative center is Vinh Yen city. The region covers an area of 1,236 km², and its population reaches 1.3 million people. Vinh Phuc is actively investing in tourism infrastructure, including golf resorts and modern hotels.
Key Data
- Admin. Center
Vinh Yen
- Area
1,236 km²
- From Hanoi
70 km
- Climate
Tropical
- Best Season
Nov — Apr
- Rains
May — Oct
- Ecotourism and mountain trekking lovers
- Pilgrims and Buddhists
- Families and groups looking for a weekend getaway
- Golfers
- Those looking for a beach holiday
- Travelers during the rainy season (due to poor mountain visibility)
Dry season with pleasant, cool weather ensuring excellent visibility in the Tam Dao mountain area.
Key Places
Tam Dao National Park
85 km from HanoiTay Thien
In the parkBinh Son Tower
Province centerTransport and Comfort
- Transport
Buses from Hanoi (My Dinh) every 20-30 min
- Accommodation
From homestays to 5* resorts
- Roads
Mountain serpentines up to Tam Dao
- Infrastructure
Actively developing, many new roads
Main reason to go: Tam Dao — a "French" mountain resort with incredible air and convenient accessibility from the capital.
Main reason not to go: Visiting during the rainy season can be disappointing due to thick clouds and fog.
Ideal: A 2-day weekend from Hanoi.