About Lang Son

Lang Son is a mountainous province based in north-eastern Vietnam and has a long history that is closely connected with the process of building and defending the country. With famous historical relics and beautiful natural scenery, Lang Son will be an exciting place for you to explore.


Along with Muc Nam Quan Pass, Chi Lang Pass, Mac Dynasty Wall and beauty spots such as Tam Thanh - Nhi Thanh Cave, To Thi Mount, Mau Son Valley, Lang Son is also known as the most bustling trading area.

Best Time To Visit Lang Son

Except for the time between May and July when storms and landslides usually occur, you can go to Lang Son at any time of the year.


From August to November, the Bac Son paddy fields are ripe with alluring fragrance. September is the season of Chi Lang "swinging" custard apples. In the last months of the year when it gets cold, you will have a chance to watch the snow falling on the summit of Mau Son Mountain. By January in the Lunar calendar there are many interesting festivals such as Tam Thanh Pagoda Festival and Ky Lua Festival.

Spring
(Feb - Apr)

Spring brings sunshine and warmth

Flowers in full bloom

Bustling new year festivals

Markets are crowded with customers

Explore mysterious caves and waterfalls

Summer
(May - Jul)

Sudden showers

Sunny and hot

Mountains covered in green

Unique cuisine, plenty of delicacies to take home

Climbing and abseiling on cliffs in Huu Lung

Autumn
(Aug - Oct)

Golden rice is fragrant on Bac Son fields

Enjoy Chi Lang "swinging custard apples"

Trekking Huu Lung

Cool and pleasant

Explore Lang Son Geopark

Winter
(Nov - Jan)

Summit of Mau Son blanketed in white frost

Extremely cold

Fog spreads the way

Visit the historical relics of Chi Lang Pass, Citadel of the Mac Dynasty

Transport

Lang Son is about 180 kilometers from Hanoi and connected by the Hanoi - Lang Son Highway, therefore transportation is convenient and easy. You can choose to go by motorbike, car, coach or train.
WHAT TO KNOW

Time zone

GMT +07:00

Currency

Vietnamese Dong

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Lan Ty expedition - The heart of the mountains and forests - 2 days
Lang Son
Huu Lien special use forest is an attractive destination of Huu Lung district, Lang Son province with pristine and wild beauty. This place has a diverse and rich terrain with high mountain ranges, poetic rivers winding around valleys or flat meadows stretching across the savannah. Nestled in the core of Huu Lien special use forest, Lan Ty Lake is surrounded by mountains covered with clouds all year round. This place is completely isolated from the outside world, the lake water is green all year round.
Tour Operator: Vietnam Expeditions
From US$ 265.00 /Pax

Fascinated by caving, conquering the heights in Lan Ty valley

Each season, Lan Ty valley has its own beauty. In summer, this place is filled with water, becoming a large, clear blue lake. In winter, the water in the lake gradually recedes, revealing a wide valley with green grass stretching out. In addition to possessing diverse terrain from high mountains, caves to rivers, lakes, and grasslands, this place also attracts followers who like to move to experience physical training activities such as: Rock climbing, abseiling, SUP rowing, swimming... At the beginning of summer, the weather is fresh and cool, suitable for visitors to participate in outdoor exploration activities. Here, visitors have the opportunity to participate in attractive outdoor activities such as: Thong climbing, abseiling, SUP rowing, swimming, trekking, caving and camping in the middle of the old forest. In addition, you can also explore Oc cave, where there are beautiful stalactite blocks, see animals in the cave or visit the "snail graveyard" with extremely impressive natural snail shells... Thong Mountain (also known as Mat Than Mountain) is a special mountain located in the Lan Ty Valley, with the highlight being a large hole through the two sides of the mountain, like a giant "eye" looking down on the mountains and forests of Huu Lung Province. To experience these activities, requires good endurance and physical fitness. To get to the swing position on the top of the mountain at an altitude of 500m above sea level, the expedition team had to trek and climb a fairly long distance with vertical slopes. After that, they continued to swing from the top of the mountain to the eye socket about 40m. All fatigue seemed to disappear when completing the conquest of the high cliff. The distance to travel to the swing position was quite hard, but what was received was completely worth it. It is to overcome your own limits to conquer the heights, admiring the panoramic view of the beautiful valley below that everyone has never known before. To have a safe trip with interesting experiences in Lan Ty valley, visitors should book tours from reputable and professional units instead of self-sufficient travel. Throughout the exploration journey here, the expedition members are closely followed and supported by safety experts, so they are very assured. The ideal itinerary for tourists to experience in Lan Ty valley is 2 days and 1 night.  Coming to Lan Ty Valley, visitors also need to pay attention to fully equip themselves with all necessary personal items, serving for adventurous activities such as: Specialized hiking shoes, clothes (it is recommended to choose a long-sleeved T-shirt that is easy to move and pants made of lightweight, quick-drying fabric), Swimwear, high-neck socks, backpack (preferably with a power belt to ease the burden), sunscreen, and medication. Visitors should only bring necessary items to reduce the load, making it easy for themselves to move throughout the journey. In addition, you should also pay attention to weather and terrain conditions to have the most suitable preparation. Source: Na Lay Adventure The journey to explore Lan Ty valley is like an expedition. In particular, with the experience of abseiling from the top of Mat Than mountain to the eye socket with a distance of about 40m, visitors have the feeling of floating in the air. Before swinging, visitors will be instructed by a professional guide on safety rules when participating in climbing and abseiling activities as well as how to use safety equipment... When participating in the experience, at the point of changing wires and manipulating the equipment, visitors are always stopped by safety assistants to guide and support closely. Each time, the Lan Ty valley has its own attractions. If you come here from February to April, you can admire the scenery of many species of forest flowers in bloom. At this time, the weather is also pleasant, sometimes chilly. From May to August, although it is summer, the weather in the valley is still cool, suitable for visitors to participate in water activities. This is also considered the most beautiful time of the year when the valley is flooded with water, forming a large blue lake hidden among the mountains and forests. In the dry season from September to November, this place becomes an ideal picnic destination and visitors can watch the golden and picturesque rice season. Besides activities such as climbing, swinging, camping, cave exploration, SUP paddling, swimming... visitors here can also stay, explore the culture and daily life of ethnic minorities at Huu Lien Community Ecological Village or explore Khe Dau waterfall... In terms of cuisine, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy fresh dishes raised and produced by ethnic minority people and imbued with local culinary culture such as: Stream fish, buffalo meat in the kitchen, steamed pork, grilled, stir-fried ... Source: VNN Photo: Tran Nhat Hoang

Nature & Adventure 19/06/2024

Fascinated by caving, conquering the heights in Lan Ty valley

About 120km from Hanoi city, Lan Ty valley (located in Huu Lien special-use forest, in Huu Lung district, Lang Son province) is an attractive destination for tourists thanks to its beautiful, green and fresh landscape.

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Coming to the valley, visitors not only enjoy the fresh air, green nature but also have the opportunity to experience some interesting activities such as camping, boating,... or enjoy delicious local specialties.
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Lying on a bed suspended along the cliff, reading your favorite book, sipping a can of beer and watching the clouds in Lan Ty Valley, Lang Son, is an experience that few people have.
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