YBO - December marks the arrival of Mu Cang Chai’s dreamy transformation as the vibrant To Day flowers bloom. This flower, a signature of the Northwestern mountains, thrives in the crisp winter sunlight, its radiant petals contrasting beautifully with the clear blue sky, evoking a sense of wonder and fascination.

YBO - Tourist arrivals to Yen Bai reached 1,883 groups, marking a 4.6-fold increase, with a total of 2,581 days of stay, a 4.2-fold rise compared to 2023.

As of now, Nghia Lo Town boasts 40 homestay tourism businesses, primarily located in the communes of Nghia An, Nghia Loi, and Son A. Among these, two community-based tourism products from Nghia An and Nghia Loi have achieved 4-star OCOP certification at the provincial level.

YBO - The preservation and promotion of ethnic cultural heritage have become key strategies in diversifying Mu Cang Chai’s unique tourism offerings and attracting visitors.

YBO - As one of 10 provinces selected to pilot a rural tourism development model, Yen Bai aims for each locality to establish at least one recognized rural tourism site, integrating agriculture, culture, handicrafts, or ecological environment based on its specific strengths.

YBO - Travel site Wanderlust Storytellers recently listed Mu Cang Chai of Vietnam among 25 places with surreal beauty worldwide.

YBO - The terraced rice fields in Mu Cang Chai district, Yen Bai province, present a breathtaking sight, particularly as they emerge amidst the clouds and mountains at dawn or dusk. The water pouring season has also evolved into a distinctive tourism attraction in this mountainous district.

YBO - Located in the northern mountainous province of Yen Bai, Tram Tau district is bestowed with a cool climate all year round, beautiful natural landscapes, and the cultural diversity of local ethnic groups. The district is now focusing on preserving and promoting the value of its cultural heritage, scenic spots, and traditional crafts, to develop distinctive tourism offerings, grow its tourism sector

YBO - Yen Bai province has been taking advantage of unique typical tourism events and festivals in localities across the province to promote its tourism and attract more visitors.

YBO - According to the findings of a quick survey of foreign tourists to Yen Bai, over 63% of international tourists to the province are free visitors, with most of them preferring homestay. The rate of visitors who hope to lengthen their stay in Yen Bai is nearly twice that of those wanting to shorten their journey

YBO - Hoc village in Son Thinh town, Van Chan district, has gained popularity among tourists as an interesting community-based tourism destination.

YBO - According to a plan to implement the rural tourism development programme in building new-style rural areas for the 2021 - 2025 period, the People's Committee of Nghia Lo township has set out three goals and 18 specific contents to agencies and units for implementation.

YBO - Beyond a tourist destination with stunning landscapes of the mountainous region, Luc Yen district is also known for its gemstone market among gemstone aficionados from far and wide.

YBO - In 2015, 64-year-old Song Thi Phua in Giang B hamlet of Suoi Giang commune, Van Chan district, and her family began developing a homestay tourism model with attractive destinations worth to be explored right in their family’s area.

YBO - Setting foot on Mu Cang Chai district this time of the year, aside from joining in various special and interesting activities at the Mong panpipe festival, visitors will also have a chance to admire the pink of “Pang To Day” (To Day flower) – a specialty flower of the mountainous northwest.

YBO - On these days, the Mong people in Mu Cang Chai district are eagerly waiting for the National Day (September 2) holiday. This is also an ideal time for the locality to welcome tourists to enjoy the beauty of terraced rice fields in the harvest season. Preparations are in full swing.

YBO - Since 2018, four homestays namely Quan Pom, Kien Panh, Quyet Doan, and Khau Pha House of Thai families in Cao Pha commune, Mu Cang Chai district, have been guided by KPF - Khau Pha Friends to build and provide tourism services in a polite and thoughtful manner, towards the goal of sustainable tourism development in the area.

YBO - Nghia Lo has installed QR-CODE to introduce destinations and tourism information within the town, as well as a QR payment system at 92 accommodation facilities and 10 restaurants and eateries. Many lodging and homestay facilities and tourism service businesses have actively used social media platforms to draw tourists.

YBO - At an altitude of 2,913 m, Lung Cung peak is located in Mu Cang Chai district, Yen Bai province. It is one of the top 15 highest peaks in Vietnam.

With its majestic nature, Tram Tau district has offered adventure tourism services, attracting crowds of tourists, especially foreigners.

YBO - The first Shan tuyet tea festival is scheduled to take place in Van Chan district in early September, featuring numerous activities.

YBO - Since the beginning of this year, Yen Bai has welcomed over 1.03 million visitors, equivalent to 69.1% of its yearly target and 129.5% of the goal set in the locality’s development scenario, representing a rise of 28.3% over the same period last year.

YBO - Over the past times, the Social Insurance Office of Yen Bai province has carried out many communication activities to mobilise people to participate in voluntary social insurance, with focus on small traders who have stable income.

YBO - Yen Binh district has introduced tourism products that promote local craft villages, historical sites, and cultural identities.

YBO - “This beauty is beyond my imagination. I don't know how to describe it, just like a fairyland. Amazing and very wonderful,” Phan Hong Cong, a tourist from Hanoi said while visiting Lau Camping in Phinh Ho commune, Tram Tau district. The scenery at Lau Camping is a surprise even for visitors who have experienced cloud hunting.