Author: Irina
Exchange New Year's traffic jams, hustle and bustle in shops and a traditional winter runny nose for sandy beaches, sun and juicy fruits? Easily!
✓ Plan: fly to Vietnam in December 2021 to meet 2022 with a light tan on his face and complete harmony in his soul.
✓ We disassemble: the joys prepared by the country for tourists. Where to catch a wave, bask in the sun and take a full shower in the rain in the last month of the year?
Beach vacation at the sea in Vietnam - is it worth going?
Vietnam is a delicate matter. The country is full of interesting things: ancient buildings, caves, rice fields. And sandy beaches, about which Europe can only see unrealizable dreams. Of the main disadvantages: the rainy seasons and waves that conquer the hearts of surfers, but not swimmers.
Should you go to Vietnam in December? What are the chances of staying dry on land and getting wet at sea? Chances are great if you know where to go!
➢ South: Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Phu Quoc Island, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Vung Tau. Since December there is a dry season, temperatures tend to + 30 ° C. Except Nha Trang, in which it pours until the New Year
➢ Center: Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An. In December, the peak of the Doges is already behind, but it can still be watered quite well; it's much nicer here in January
➢ North Vietnam: Hanoi, Halong. Dry, but cold and cloudy. In winter, daytime temperatures are around + 20 ° С. Great for attractions, bad for the beach
Swimming and sunbathing - the path definitely lies to the south! Guided tours are good in the north. It is better not to go to the central part without a raincoat in December.
Where to look for cheap tours online?
It is possible to save on travel to some countries (including Vietnam!) When buying a tour:
- Travelata
- Level.Travel
- Onlinetours
Websites that we use ourselves and advise you - last minute deals, great deals from different operators here.
Prices for tours to Vietnam in December 2021 for 7 days start at 70,000 rubles for two. For 14 days - from 105,000 rubles (includes flight, accommodation in 2 *). Weekly all-inclusive tour - from 95 thousand.
Weather in December in the resorts of Vietnam
SPA in one of the hotels in Vietnam - Bottle Temple in Dalat made of ceramics
Holidays in Vietnam in December are most pleasant in the southern regions. What surprises to expect from the weather at popular resorts on New Year's Eve?
✓ Ho Chi Minh City or Saigon (in the common people) - the point of the beginning or end of many travels in Vietnam. People don't go here for the beaches, which are very inferior to the general background. But here there is good shopping and many picturesque places for walking. Average air temperature in December + 31 ° С
✓ Mui Ne and located 20 km Phan Thiet - have a similar climate. The thermometer in December does not drop below + 30 ° С. However, the sea surface is restless. Entertainment will have to be selected appropriate: surfing, windsurfing. People with a non-extreme temperament are better off sunbathing by the pool 🙂
✓ Phu Quoc - with the beginning of winter, the high season begins on the island. It's hot, + 30 ° С, but there is no stuffiness, which annoys tourists in May. Water + 29 ° С, no waves
✓ Nha Trang - in December it is unlikely to please with a clear sky and a docile sea. At the beginning of the month, it rains, by January it becomes drier, but there are still storms. But the prices are much lower! So doubt away - you will not get bored in the main beach town of the country and on the coast. Temperature range: + 25 ° С
✓ Vung Tau - the oil center of Vietnam, not far from Ho Chi Minh City. It's hot and dry here too. The sea is most often at this time of the year with a wave, the water is muddy
The rest of Vietnam is chilly for a beach holiday in December. In the central regions, the daytime temperature is about + 24 ° С, at night + 20 ° С. In the north, it is even fresher: up to + 12 ° С.
Sea temperature in Vietnam in December
Sea and beach in Nha Trang
The sea in Vietnam is swimable in December along the entire southern coast. Is that fresh in Nha Trang: + 25 ° C. In Fukuoka, where it is warmest, the water temperature is + 29 ° C. In the center, about + 24 ° С. In the north, it is not higher than + 21 ° С.
Sea temperature is not the only indicator of the ability to swim near Vietnamese shores. Many tourists are discouraged by the fact that, despite the warmth, they cannot enter the water - the waves. The most calm, from this point of view, is the coast of Fukuoka.
Air temperature in Vietnam in December
The most inclement weather in Vietnam in December is + 18 ° С. And then in the north, and even then not always. This is where the concept of cold is very far from the Russian one! The center can be flooded at such a time of the year, but even if you suddenly have to swim from the hotel to the restaurant, hypothermia will not come: + 25 ° C outside.
The hottest air temperature in Vietnam in December in the south: + 31 ° С.
Where is the best place to go in Vietnam in December? Rating of resorts
View from the Ferris wheel of Winperl Park
Which resort is better to go to - it's hard to say unequivocally. Different travel purposes affect the location. Our rating answers the request for a beach holiday. Where it is warmer in Vietnam in December, there are no storms, but there is where to go to have fun:
- Phu Quoc Island. Hot, but not stuffy weather, clear sea, excellent cuisine (for lovers of the gifts of the ocean). There is also cheap and interesting diving, designed for all categories of divers: from beginners to experienced athletes. The only "but" for Russian tourists is the inaccessibility: there are no direct flights to the island either from Moscow or from other domestic cities - only charters as part of the tour. But the package offers are also quite small (and those that are, are expensive: from 92,000 rubles per week for two in 3 * without meals)
- Mui Ne. The tourist village may seem boring for those who like a busy nightlife. But then they come here: hang out on the beach, go out. Catch a special silence that is not found in big cities. In the morning the sea is calm, in the evening a wave rises
- Phan Thiet. In travel agencies, the town is recommended as an ideal family option. But the opinion is mixed. 100% suitable if you are a family of kiters, but those who want to relax with preschool children may be a little uncomfortable
Many beaches in the Mui Ne Phan Thiet area are "occupied" by windsurfing schools. December is their high season. Beginners with parachutes, "armed" with boards with sharp edges, unable to cope with the equipment, fly into peaceful vacationers, which is fraught with injuries for the latter. To be on the safe side, it is better to go sunbathing in the beach area near the Blue Ocean Resort and Saigon Mui Ne hotels. It's quieter there.
- Nha Trang. Despite the fact that there is still a wet season, the temperature of both the air and the seas allows swimming (although, of course, not for everybody: at + 25 ° C, not everyone gets into the water). Finding something to do in very inclement weather is also not such a problem. Nha Trang is a full-fledged city with all the ensuing consequences: cafes, attractions, shopping. Well, no one canceled the discounts 🙂 Read about the top 7 beaches of Nha Trang.
Nha Trang and Phan Thiet
Boats to Vinpearl amusement park - Goddess made of flowers
Both cities are popular with Russian tourists. Here you can speak Russian in almost any public place, there are hotels of different levels, relatively well-developed infrastructure (by Vietnamese standards). And yet, where is better in Vietnam in December: Nha Trang or Phan Thiet? For clarity, we compared the resorts according to several criteria.
Weather
It has already been said about the rains in Nyanchag. Plus, temperatures are pleasant for walking, but not for the beach. And storms. Waves up to 2-3 meters do not happen every day, but there are no guarantees that such waves will not happen on your vacation!
In Phan Thiet it is warmer, sunnier, the sea is calmer. The best rest, if you want to sunbathe and swim, is here.
Cultural program
Where to go to immerse yourself in the rhythm of an Asian city? Wander the streets, go to cheap but insanely delicious cafes, ride a moped, throwing all the knowledge of traffic rules out of your head. Nha Trang is atmospheric, authentic, Asian. Despite the fact that the Vietnamese here are completely Russian-speaking, and the chances of being in the company of compatriots are almost 100%.
Phan Thiet is quieter, smaller and more touristy. Due to the large number of kiters, there is a special party spirit here. But in terms of interesting places to visit, he loses to Nha Trang.
Price
Where is the best place to relax in Vietnam in December from a financial point of view?
Here the palm goes to Nha Trang. Low season "damages" the reputation of the resort at this time of the year. Tour prices are cheaper than in Phan Thiet, by 3-5 thousand rubles (67,000 vs 75,500 - a week for two).
Prices for holidays in Vietnam
Fruit in Vietnam is inexpensive
Prices in Vietnam in December for most of the items of expenditure are encouraging. The most expensive part of the holiday is air ticket to Vietnam. We recommend looking for profitable flights on:
- Aviasales
- Skyscanner
Better to subscribe. Or check options manually on a daily basis. The average cost in December is 42,000 rubles per person round trip from Moscow to Ho Chi Minh City. In Nha Trang - 44,500 rubles. Although for some dates you can find tickets for 30 thousand and even slightly lower. Phu Quoc - 54,000 rubles.
It is logical that flying to Vietnam in early December is cheaper, by at least 10 thousand.
Inexpensive eat possible at any resort. Local cuisine is the most affordable: about 150 rubles for lunch from the first or second. European - more expensive: around 1,500 rubles for two for a dinner with alcohol in a restaurant. The cheapest fruits, vegetables and seafood (and the best quality) are in the markets.
Rent a moped - about $ 5 per day.
According to the rules of the road, only a driver with an international license of category A can drive a scooter in Vietnam. In fact, the rules of the road are not observed here. Local traffic police officers must pay a "fine" when checking. After a little bargaining, it will be about 500,000 dong (∼1600 rubles).
Prices for tours to Vietnam in December (New Year)
New Year's travels are quite an expensive pleasure, regardless of the direction. Tours to Vietnam at the end of December are almost 2 times more expensive. Including December 31 - January 1:
➢ Nha Trang: price for rest from 127 000 rubles for 14 days in 2 * for two
➢ Phan Thiet and Mui Ne: from 113,000 rubles, also 2-3 stars, 2 weeks, double occupancy
➢ Phu Quoc: the cost of tours from 144,000 rubles
Two-week trips to Vietnam for "all inclusive" in December with the seizure of New Year's Eve start at 200,000 rubles (Mui Ne).
Vietnam New Year 2021
New Year in Vietnam can develop in two scenarios:
- Party at the hotel
- Independent cultural (or not very cultural 🙂) program
In tourist spots like Mui Ne and Fukuoka, it's best to trust the hotel and rock out with your neighbors. Tables are usually set right on the beach. A Christmas tree can also be decorated here. The obligation includes national songs and dances. Champagne, surf included.
In Nha Trang, it is good to go to a party according to your interests. There are no city-wide celebrations, no fireworks. The engine will be:
✓ Sailing Club restaurant-club - in 2020 the entrance was 300,000 dong ∼ 950 rubles (the figure is unlikely to change much in 2021). One complimentary drink included
✓ Beer bar with a pool Louisiane Brewhouse - price last year: 980,000 VND ∼ 3,100 rubles. 3-course dinner and glass of wine
✓ Crazy Kim Bar - youth party, cocktails, beer. Restaurant-bar-night club. Part-time school of English. Really crazy! For the entrance to the New Year, you will need to pay in the region of 500,000 dong ∼ 1600 rubles
Vietnam Attractions - What to Do in December?
Looking for little crocodiles?
If in terms of a beach holiday, the December weather narrows the list of places, then the choice of what to see in Vietnam in winter is very diverse.
➢ Phong-Nha-Ke-Bang National Park (Phong-Nha-Kebang). A unique natural place - it is not for nothing that UNESCO is included in the list of World Heritage Sites. Underground caves (one of which is Han San Dung - the largest in the world), underground galleries, underground lakes and rivers (one of which is the longest). Who dreamed of visiting the kingdom of the dwarfs? You are here :) The entrance to the park is 30,000 dong (∼95 rubles). Excursions to the caves are paid separately (from 770,000 VND per cave ∼2500 rubles). Located in the Quang Binh province, the same one that separates the center from the north of Vietnam
➢ Another natural must-visit is located in the north of the country: Halong Bay. Islands from Avatar, caves. In summer, swimming in the emerald sea is included. Is it possible to swim in December? No, it's cool for that, about + 20 ° C. The cost of excursions varies from $ 15 to $ 250 (two days)
➢ Besides miraculous ones, in Vietnam there are very interesting places created by people. Hang Nga Guest House (Crazy House). Goodbye reality, long live the complete sur! A house that is completely different from a house. A night in the company of giant mushrooms will cost at least 4,300 rubles for two. Located in Dalat (and no rain under the roof is terrible!)
➢ The Ku-Chi Tunnels are a reminder of the times of American repression. They were dug almost by hand, the length is almost 200 km. Entrance fee: $ 5. Located in Ho Chi Minh City
Part of the tour of the tunnels involves moving along very narrow manholes, making your way to the surface through a small hole in the ground. For those with the slightest hint of claustrophobia, it's best not to go. The thought of being buried alive is pretty nerve-racking!
➢ The Tomb of Khai Dinh is an ancient place with an appropriate atmosphere. Price: $ 4. Located near Hue
➢ What to do in Vietnam in December with a child? Vinpearl Land amusement park - located in Nha Trang. Entrance ticket for the whole day:
- adults - 800,000 VND (∼2500 rubles)
- children (up to 1 m 40 cm) - 700,000 VND (∼2200 rubles)
- baby up to 1 meter - free
The best hotels in Vietnam according to tourists' reviews
Choosing a hotel is a responsible event. We have collected reviews from tourists who have visited Vietnam, and here are some real for the price, but pleasant places to stay:
- 3 * Ngoc Bich Bungalow - Location: Mui Ne. Hotel for self-booking, the cost of a night for a double room in December - from $ 55. Breakfast included
- 3 * Bao Quynh Bungalow - Location: Mui Ne. Cost - from $ 56, breakfast included
- 3 * Hanoi Golden Hotel - location: Nha Trang. Not a bad option for a tour, the price for which - for 10 days for two - from 80,000 rubles
- 5 * Vinpearl Nha Trang Resort - location: Nha Trang. According to some tourists, it is the best hotel in Vietnam. Cost: and here about discounts in numbers! In December, from 125,000 rubles for a voucher for two for a week, which in season, even with early booking, costs from 200,000 rubles!
Vietnam in December - reviews of tourists
Where to relax in Vietnam between the end of November and New Year's holidays? A person who has visited the country will ask you to clarify: how to relax? Reviews about Vietnam in December lead to the following conclusions:
✓ Which resort to choose for your beach vacation? Phu Quoc
✓ In terms of attractions, the center of Vietnam is interesting. But in December the weather! .. The reviews of tourists here are completely in solidarity with the forecasts: rains, rains, storms
✓ Nha Trang will disappoint those hoping to cheat the seasons and take a swim in the first month of winter. Chances are very small
✓ Mui Ne and nearby Phan Thiet is the most optimal solution according to the criteria: price-quality-weather
Remember that if you stay in Vietnam for more than 15 days, you need a visa. You can get it in Russia or upon arrival.
