Take a hot bath surrounded by nature

• Dec 7, 2018
• admin

What could be more pleasing to travelers in the northern province of Yen Bai after conquering Ta Chi Nhu Mountain? Soaking in hot mineral springs with a picturesque landscape laid out in front of them.

Soaking in the hot mineral water with a picturesque natural background is a rewarding treat for visitors to Tram Tau District

Located around 2km from Tram Tau District, the springs in Hat Luu Commune lie under a small valley, surrounded by terraced fields and hills of pine forests that sway with the gentle breeze. Travelers can also choose to stay overnight at a homestay next to the spring to enjoy a night in the mountains.

According to the owner of a homestay, the springs cover 600sq.m with temperatures ranging from 35 to 38 degrees Celsius. Its water is so transparent that the bathers can even see the pebbles sparkling at the bottom. Even on winter days, they do not feel the cold while soaking themselves in the springs.

            Travelers pass terraced fields before arriving at Tram Tau at this time of the year

The best moment to enjoy the hot baths is in the springs with the steam rising above the water, mingling with the early mist to create a fairytale scene.

According to locals, the hot springs are naturally fed from the earth. It used to be a local secret, but over the past year, Cuong has constructed his homestay and attracted more tourists to the area.

The spring in Hat Luu Commune lies under a small valley, surrounded by terraced fields and hills of pine trees

 Homestay also serves trustworthy local food of the Mong and Thai ethnic groups like grilled meat, grilled fish, five-colored sticky rice, dried meat, and grilled bamboo shoots.

At weekends, guests can enjoy art performances by local ethnic people such as Khen dancing and try making local specialties like day cake.

The springs are located around 200km from Ha Noi and there are a plenty of ways to get there. If you travel by bike or car, follow the route Ha Noi –Thang Long Avenue – Highway 21 – Son Tay – Trung Ha Bridge – Thanh Son – Thu Cuc – Khe Pass –Van Chan – Nghia Lo – Tram Tau. Otherwise, you can take a coach to Tram Tau District from either My Dinh or Giap Bat stations with tickets ranging from VND200,000-300,000 (US$9-13).