The Northern Vietnam region is a must-visit. From the bustling city of Hanoi to the mesmerizing Ha Long Bay, Mu Cang Chai rice terraces, marvelous Ban Gioc waterfall up north and tons of magnificent mountains. Immerse yourself in the rich culture by visiting the vibrant highland markets and meeting the hill-tribes in the remote north. This region should be on your list when planning your destination wedding in Vietnam.

1. Ninh Binh
2. Ha Noi
3. Ha Long Bay
4. Moc Chau
5. Mu Cang Chai
6. Sapa, Lao Cai
7. Cao Bang

1. NINH BINH

Here is where the film Kong: Skull island was filmed. Ninh Binh landscape is incredible. Endless rice fields grow on flat land with limestone mountains popping out of the rice fields creating a unique scenery. An outdoor wedding in the middle of scenic mountains and rivers offers a memorable & authentic experience with exciting adventures for you and your guests. 

Check out wedding venues: Aravinda Resort, Tam Coc Garden Resort, Emeralda Ninh Binh Resort, Tam Coc Rice Field Resort

2. HA NOI

Ha Noi is the heart of the north of Vietnam. Ha Noi offers great value for wedding venues and experiences for you. There are a wide range of choices: authenticity, vibrance, historical value, romance, luxury, both indoor and outdoor weddings. You can find the most experienced wedding planners in Vietnam. 

Check out wedding venues: Sofitel Legend Metropole Ha Noi, InterContinental Hanoi Westlake, Melia Ba Vi Retreat, Lai Farm Ba Vi , Tomodachi Retreat

3. HA LONG BAY

Ha Long Bay is a one-of-a-kind landscape that is worth considering as your destination wedding. To have the best view of Ha Long Bay, a romantic cruise wedding is recommended. It provides you not only a breath-taking view but also an unforgettable experience for both of you and your guests about the most special day of your life. 

If you are more into adventure elopement, micro wedding but also be able to admire the beauty of Ha Long Bay, consider a short trek to the peak of Bai Tho Mountain. That will be an excellent choice for a ceremony spot.

4. MOC CHAU

Moc Chau is a rural district of Son La province in the Northwest region of Vietnam, 200 kilometers from Hanoi, and offers a cool climate all year round. Moc Chau’s nature includes green tea plantations, plum blossoms plateau, canola flower field, spectacular highlands, caves and breathtaking waterfalls. Ta Xua mountain, 85km away from Moc Chau, where you can find the most epic cloudy mountain scenery. These hidden gems are perfect for an elopement wedding.

5. MU CANG CHAI RICE TERRACE

Mu Cang Chai is famous for its most breathtaking rice terraces in Vietnam. It’s a dream place for photographers and travel lovers in the world to visit. Make this stunning spot to hold your elopement ceremony with an authentic northern Vietnam experience. Within 50km, you can find a very nice, relaxing hot spring resort for your stay.

6. SAPA, LAO CAI

Lao Cai nature offers you both of intimate mountain wedding and an adventure elopement

Sa Pa provides unspoiled rice terraces, refreshing mountain air and great choices of wedding venues such as Sapa Jade Hill, Villa De Mont Sapa.

On the other hand, Lao Cao also has majestic waterfalls, stunning mountains, hillsides, Hoang Lien National Park and charming villages belonging to different ethnic tribes. There are lots of trekking routes. This is perfect for adventure-seekers who love to hold an adventure elopement. Your wedding venue is the beautiful wild scenery of Lao Cai.

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7. HA GIANG

Ha Giang is an absolutely stunning spot in Vietnam. It’s got everything – mountains, valleys, forests, rice fields, and rock formations. Plus, the culture here is super rich, with 17 different ethnic groups living in the Dong Van UNESCO Global Geopark.

If you’re considering an elopement wedding in Northern Vietnam, you cannot miss out on the Ha Giang Loop. It’s something very special. And the Ma Ping Leng Pass is just so beautiful. You have to see it to believe it. The most iconic spot along the pass has to be the towering vertical canyon where the Nho Que River flows through. Just elope in Ha Giang!

8. CAO BANG

Cao Bang is most well-known as the home of Ban Gioc waterfall – one of Vietnam’s most beautiful landmarks and the fourth largest waterfall in the world. But that’s not all – you can also explore Angel Eye mountain, Thang Hen Lake, and Tiger Cave, which are all unique and awesome places to see. Seriously, if you’re looking for a picturesque spot to have your elopement ceremony, Cao Bang should definitely be on your list.