As the land of origin of our nation, Phu Tho possesses many beautiful landscapes that fascinate many tourists. So what are the beautiful Phu Tho tourist destinations that you definitely should not miss?
Phu Tho is a land famous for its heroic historical sites and despite thousands of years of existence, this place still retains its original imprints. In your journey to Phu Tho , let’s follow MYTOUR.ASIA to explore the top 21 extremely hot tourist attractions below!
1. Overview of Phu Tho province
Phu Tho province is about 90 km northwest of Hanoi . When mentioning Phu Tho, people often think of the Hung Temple Festival , the pilgrimage back to the roots or the palm forests and vast tea hills. In fact, Phu Tho has many other diverse tourist attractions waiting for you to explore.
Phu Tho is located in the Northern midland and mountainous region, with four distinct seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Spring is the spiritual tourism season, lasting until the third lunar month every year with thousands of tourists coming here to make a pilgrimage to the Hung Temple historical relic site.
Overview of Phu Tho province
Not far from Hanoi with the connection of the Hanoi – Lao Cai highway, the road to Phu Tho is very convenient. With public transportation, visitors can choose a bus, catching it at My Dinh for about 60,000 VND per trip. But passenger buses are often crowded, so you can book a limousine, priced from 140,000 VND per trip. Currently, there are many bus companies with fixed pick-up points, visitors can choose Xuan Cuong, Anh Phat…
With personal vehicles such as cars, the fastest route is in the direction of Noi Bai, then onto the Hanoi – Lao Cai highway . If you go to Viet Tri city center, you get off at IC7. Motorbikes and cars can also travel on National Highway 2, through Phuc Yen and Vinh Yen, Vinh Phuc province. Another route is National Highway 32 through Son Tay town.
Currently, Phu Tho does not have a civil airport , tourists from more remote localities fly to Hanoi and then travel.
2. Phu Tho tourist destinations not to be missed
Cam Khe tourism
Cam Khe is a midland district located in the center of Phu Tho province. The east of Cam Khe borders Thanh Ba district, the west borders Yen Lap district, the south borders Tam Nong district and the north borders Ha Hoa. When talking about Phu Tho tourism, we cannot ignore the name Cam Khe – where there are many attractive and interesting tourist destinations . Here, you will experience the breathtaking beauty of nature that you cannot take your eyes off of.
Some Cam Khe tourist destinations you should visit:
- Tien Dong Base: Tien Dong Base is located in Tien Luong commune, Cam Khe district. On February 12, 1999, this place was classified as a National Monument. Previously, Tien Dong was the place where many writers discussed the restoration of the country such as: Ton That Thuyet, Nguyen Thien Thuat, Nguyen Cao… This was also the base of the Can Vuong movement against the French in Tonkin.
- Three Regions: As the name suggests, Three Regions will include the Lower Region, the Middle Region, and the Upper Region. Standing on a high mountain, you will have a panoramic view of the luxuriant trees and blooming flowers. Climb a little higher and you will admire the vast eucalyptus forest. Coming to Ba Vuc, you will meet red crabs living in caves at the bottom of the abyss. In particular, this place has a blood-red resin tree that people call the “Huy Thanh” tree.
Cam Khe tourism
Doan Hung Tourism
Doan Hung district is a midland hilly area, located at the boundary junction between Phu Tho, Tuyen Quang province and Yen Bai province . The north of Doan Hung borders Yen Binh district, Yen Bai province and Yen Son district, Tuyen Quang province. To the south, Doan Hung borders Thanh Ba district and Phu Ninh district. The east of this district borders Son Duong district, Tuyen Quang province and the west borders Ha Hoa district.
The northwest area of Doan Hung has the last section of the Chay River flowing through and confluence with the Lo River flowing in from Tuyen Quang, creating a shimmering beautiful river confluence and associated with proud historical relics of the nation. Therefore, Doan Hung is a place not to be missed when mentioning Phu Tho tourist destinations.
Some Doan Hung tourist destinations you should visit:
- Lo River Victory Monument: Lo River Victory Monument is located at Don Mountain in Chi Dam commune, Doan Hung district. This is the place that preserves the glorious victories and heroic and indomitable fighting spirit of our army and people in the battle on the Lo River during the resistance war against the French colonialists in 1947. The monument was built in 1947. 1987 and on September 27, 1997, this work was recognized by the Ministry of Culture, Sports & Tourism as a National Historical Site.
- Doan Hung tea hill: Tea trees have long been associated with life and bring a stable source of income for people in Tay Coc commune and some other communes of Doan Hung district. Besides, the vast green tea hills that line each other throughout the entire region are also an ideal tourist destination for tourists. When you come here, you will be fascinated by the romantic and lyrical beauty of the tea hills. Remember to take lots of photos when traveling here!
Doan Hung Tourism
Travel to Ha Hoa
Ha Hoa is a district located in the northwest of Phu Tho province. Referring to this land, people will immediately think of its diverse heritage and historical and cultural relics because it is located in the cradle of the ancient Van Lang land.
Besides the rich heritage system, Ha Hoa is also blessed with many natural landscapes, creating a special attraction for tourists coming to this place. Currently, Ha Hoa has been implementing a plan to develop eco-tourism combined with tourism programs about its roots. Ha Hoa promises to be one of the ideal destinations when it comes to Phu Tho tourism.
Some Ha Hoa tourist destinations you should visit:
- Ao Chau Lagoon: Ao Chau Lagoon is a famous tourist destination in Ha Hoa land, known as “Phu Tho’s Ha Long Bay”. Ao Chau lagoon has a water surface area of over 300 hectares with an average depth of 8 to 10m, the deepest part is 15m. This is an eco-tourism area endowed by nature with rich and diverse natural landscapes, surrounded by earthen hills that create a beautiful landscape painting, creating a very poetic landscape that visitors can admire. Should not be missed when coming to Phu Tho.
- Van Hoi Lagoon: Similar to Ao Chau Lagoon, Van Hoi Lagoon is also blessed by nature with a charming landscape of mountains and water, making this a landscape worth visiting for tourists. The lagoon has an area of over 200 hectares, the water depth is from 7 m to 8 m, the deepest point reaches 20 m. The highlight of Van Hoi lagoon is that within the lagoon there are up to 40 large and small islands that bring huge aquatic resources with hundreds of tons of fish and shrimp harvested each year. At the same time, this is also a shelter for many native and migratory birds. With the natural elements mentioned above, Van Hoi lagoon deserves to be a potential eco-tourism center of Phu Tho province.
Travel to Ha Hoa
Lam Thao Tourism
Lam Thao is a district in the delta – midland region in the mountainous region of Phu Tho. This place is about 10km west of Viet Tri city. The North borders Phu Tho town, Phu Ninh and Viet Tri city, the South and West borders Tam Nong, and the East borders Ba Vi district of Hanoi.
Not only is it the main food production place of the province, this place is also the key “cradle” of Phu Tho tourism because of its rich land, cool, fresh climate all year round and hundreds of historical relics. long-standing culture.
Some Lam Thao tourist destinations you should visit:
- Pho Quang Pagoda: Pho Quang Pagoda, also known as Xuan Lung Pagoda, is located in Xuan Lung commune, Lam Thao district, Phu Tho province. This place is about 120km from Hanoi . The pagoda belongs to the Northern sect and was built in the Tran dynasty. Every year, many festival activities are held here , with a variety of different genres .
- Lam Thao Temple: This is a temple to worship the daughter of the 17th Hung King – King Wei. She also has another name, Princess Ot, and is ranked among the “Three Muong Lords ” including: the first Lord Tay Thien; Second Lord Nguyet Ho; Third Lord Lam Thao. Go from Hanoi along route 32, cross Trung Ha bridge for about ten kilometers to Co Tiet. To go to the temple, you can go by bus or personal vehicle depending on your preference.
Lam Thao Tourism
Travel to Phu Ninh
Phu Ninh district is located in the Northeast of Phu Tho province, about 15 km from Viet Tri city , about 102 km from the center of Hanoi capital.
With a convenient location, Phu Ninh district is gradually becoming a favorite destination for tourists in Phu Tho tourist area. Coming here, you will be immersed in the beautiful nature and peaceful life of the people.
Some Phu Ninh tourist destinations you should visit:
- Thien Long Pagoda: Thien Long Pagoda is the place to organize major events at Thien Duc Memorial Park as well as annual peace and requiem ceremonies with an area of over 3000m2. This is also the place where flamingos and red-crowned cranes once nested, so this place is considered a sacred land.
- Thien Duc Memorial Park: Thien Duc Memorial Park is located in 2 communes Trung Giap and Bao Thanh, Phu Ninh district, Phu Tho province. This is an ecological model combined with spirituality in the North, covering an area of more than 90 hectares, located on 9 hills. This place is considered the land of King Hung’s ancestors because it is surrounded by Nghia Linh mountain, Hung Temple and protected by Tam Dao range.
Travel to Phu Ninh.
Tam Nong Tourism
Tam Nong, a mountainous district located in the southwest of Phu Tho province, is an ancient land that records many cultural features from the Hung King period. Experiencing the imprints of history and long-standing cultural layers , along with the favor of nature , this land has become one of the famous places that many people visit when traveling to Phu Tho.
Some Tam Nong tourist destinations you should visit:
- Ly Nam De Temple: When you come here, you will admire the majesty of the resting place of the first King of the South , and learn a lot of interesting knowledge related to the wars against Western invasion. North.
- Hung Hoa flagpole: Hung Hoa flagpole is one of the largest flagpoles in the country and is quite old when it was built during the reign of King Minh Mang of the Nguyen Dynasty . This is a historical relic with a strong cultural significance as it has a close connection to Nguyen Quang Bich’s uprising against the invasion of the French colonialists.
Tam Nong Tourism
See more: 6 famous tourist destinations in Tam Nong (Phu Tho).
Tan Son Tourism
Tan Son is a district located in the west of Phu Tho province, about 30km from Viet Tri city center. With an area of about 300km², Tan Son has diverse terrain, from mountainous valleys to waterfalls and swamps. With this wonderful natural beauty, Tan Son has become one of the popular destinations when traveling to Phu Tho.
Some Tan Son tourist destinations you should visit:
- Long Coc Tea Hill: Long Coc Tea Hill is one of the destinations not to be missed when traveling to Tan Son. Here, visitors will visit the large tea garden, enjoy the fresh, cool air, and admire the beautiful scenery of the mountains and forests and stretching tea hills.
- Xuan Son National Park: If you are passionate about trekking and want to explore wild nature , Xuan Son National Park is also an attractive place not to be missed. The national park is located in Tan Son district, with an area of more than 30,000 hectares, including diverse mountain systems, streams, waterfalls, and humid tropical forest ecosystems.
Tan Son Tourism
Thanh Ba Travel
Thanh Ba district is a mountainous district located in the northwest of Phu Tho province. The east borders Phu Ninh district, the west borders Cam Khe district, the south borders Phu Tho town and Tam Nong district, the north borders Ha Hoa and Doan Hung districts. With natural beauty but no less poetic , Thanh Ba has become the destination of many tourists when traveling to Phu Tho.
Some Thanh Ba tourist destinations you should visit:
- Tham Mountain: Tham Mountain is also known as “Dragon Head Mountain” , with a length of about 4km running up to Thanh Ba tourist area, Phu Tho province. Currently, Tham Mountain is both an attractive tourist destination and the economic center of the Phu Tho midland region. On the top of the mountain there is a small pond called Fairy pond, the water here is always clear and never dries up.
- Bao Sai Ancient Sacred Pagoda: Located in a small, peaceful village, the sacred Bao Sai Pagoda seems to be immersed in a typical space of the Northern countryside. This is one of 18 pagodas nationwide honored by the Vietnam Union of UNESCO organizations, to honor educational, scientific and cultural values; historical relics, cultural heritage, tangible and intangible of humanity.
Thanh Ba Travel
Thanh Son Tourism
Thanh Son is one of the rural districts of Phu Tho province, located in the northwest of Vietnam. With an area of about 128.77 km², Thanh Son has complex terrain with many hills, mountains, rivers and streams and the Red River Delta. There are many important protective forests here, helping to protect flora and fauna and preserve diverse ecology.
Thanh Son is also an attractive destination on the Phu Tho tourist map thanks to its wild, beautiful natural landscape and unique features of local culture. Visitors can visit and explore temples and historical sites, and participate in experiencing the lives of local people.
Some Thanh Son tourist destinations you should visit:
- May Waterfall: May Waterfall is one of the famous tourist destinations in Thanh Son with beautiful scenery. With a height of nearly 50m , the cool green Cloud waterfall and mountain-shaped rocks create a very attractive scene . If you want to find a quiet and beautiful space, Thac May is a destination not to be missed.
- Van Mo Waterfall (Choi Waterfall): Van Mo Waterfall (also known as Choi Waterfall) is one of the attractive tourist destinations in Phu Tho. With wild beauty, white waterfalls pouring from above to the bottom of the stream, creating fast-flowing streams, Van Mo Waterfall is a beautiful waterfall, bringing visitors exciting experiences.
Thanh Son Tourism
See more: 5 favorite tourist destinations in Thanh Son (Phu Tho).
Thanh Thuy Travel
Thanh Thuy is a mountainous district located in the southwest of Phu Tho province, 65km from Hanoi city center, to the west it borders Thanh Son district, to the southwest it borders Ky Son district (Hoa Binh province), to the north it borders Thanh Son district. Tam Nong district.
Thanh Thuy is listed on the tourist map of the ancestral land because it owns a natural source of hot mineral water that has healing and health-enhancing effects, so it has long been an attractive destination for all tourists. Phu Tho travel.
Some Thanh Thuy tourist destinations you should visit:
- Tre Nguon eco-tourism resort: Tre Nguon is a tourist complex, with hotels, restaurants, outdoor and indoor play areas, mineral bath massage area, swimming pool. Visitors coming here can enjoy fresh air close to nature, soak in natural hot mineral water from the ground, mud bath, aromatherapy mineral bath and bath in the pool or soak their feet in mineral water. hot.
- Lang Suong Temple national historical site: Located in Trung Nghia commune, a temple associated with the era of the Hung Kings , Lang Suong temple attracts the most people and tourists from all over to visit and worship. is at the beginning of the year and at the end of the year.
Thanh Thuy Travel
See more: 3 Thanh Thuy tourist destinations (Phu Tho) worth experiencing
Yen Lap Tourism
Yen Lap is a district in the west of Phu Tho province . The east borders Cam Khe district and Tam Nong district. The west borders Tan Son district and Van Chan district, Yen Bai province. The south borders Thanh Son district. The north borders Ha Hoa district. It is home to many attractive tourist destinations in Phu Tho province with attractive dishes and impressive natural landscapes . Therefore, when coming to Phu Tho, you should not miss Yen Lap.
Some Yen Lap tourist destinations you should visit:
- Tuyet Tinh Coc Phu Tho – Ho Ly: This place has clear blue natural beauty, the lake is clear and green when viewed, it will not be inferior to the beauty of Tuyet Tinh Coc Da Lat. But the climate in Yen Lap will not be as cool as in Da Lat, it depends on the season.
- Admire the beautiful scenery on the iron bridge: At this Ho Ly location, tourists are also attracted by an iron bridge across the lake . From this bridge, tourists will experience the feeling of viewing a broader landscape at a certain height.
Yen Lap Tourism
3.Explore Phu Tho culinary culture
Phu Tho is a famous land with many beautiful and attractive tourist destinations. Besides the poetic and beautiful scenery , Phu Tho also attracts many domestic and foreign tourists because of its delicious and unique specialties. Next, let’s take a look at the famous delicious Phu Tho specialties with Bach Hoa XANH that you should not miss when traveling here!
- Banh tai: Banh tai is an extremely popular specialty cake in Phu Tho, especially in Phu Tho town. The cake is made from ordinary rice flour , pork and a few other ingredients . The cake is shaped like a white ear. When you eat, you will feel the soft chewy crust and rich, delicious filling .
- Braised potato buds: Braised potato buds are one of the traditional, rustic and famous dishes of Phu Tho. After preliminary processing, the potato buds will be braised with a few spices and additional ingredients. This dish not only attracts tourists because of its rustic and delicious flavor but also because of its very high nutritional value .
- Cassava: Cassava is the leaf at the top of the cassava plant, also called cassava in the South . When in season, Phu Tho people will choose moderately large leaves, not too old or too young, to pick and bring home for cooking. Cassava vegetables can be used to cook soup, stir-fry or pickle, all are very delicious, the cool and rustic flavor makes it difficult for eaters to forget.
- Banh Te Mat: Banh Te Mat is a specialty cake of Phu Tho that is loved by many people. Unlike regular cakes, Phu Tho sticky rice cakes have no filling, the dough is mixed from rice flour, molasses and water . When eating, you dip the cake in molasses, it is soft and sweet, and has the strong aroma of molasses .
Explore Phu Tho culinary culture
Above are the top 22 beautiful and attractive Phu Tho tourist destinations that MYTOUR.ASIA has compiled. Hope this information is useful to you. Wish you good health!