TET 2025

Lunar New Year, also known as Tet, Lunar New Year, or Traditional Tet, is the most important New Year's holiday for Vietnamese people. According to the lunar calendar, it is the time of transition between the old year and the new year. On the solar calendar, Lunar New Year usually takes place around the end of January to early February.

Origin and Meaning of Lunar New Year

The origin of the Lunar New Year is always a topic of interest and heated debate. Many people believe that the Traditional Tet was imported from China. 

However, the story of Banh Chung and Banh Day reveals a ritual to worship ancestors and celebrate the New Year from the reign of King Hung before 1,000 years of Northern domination.

Lunar New Year is not only a time to mark the transition between the old year and the new year but also a holiday imbued with profound cultural and spiritual values ​​for Vietnamese people. According to Eastern beliefs, this is a time when heaven and earth are in harmony, and people become closer to the gods than ever.

Tet is also an opportunity for people to spend time with their families, gather around a reunion dinner, celebrate the New Year, and exchange good wishes for the new year. This is the time for children and grandchildren to express their gratitude to their grandparents and parents, to heal the rifts in love and cultivate more love and connection.

Lunar New Year is a brilliant cultural picture with unique and diverse customs and traditions across all regions of the country. Each region has its characteristics, creating a distinctive cultural identity for each Tet season.

Let's immerse ourselves in the bustling, bustling atmosphere of Lunar New Year and feel the precious cultural values ​​that Tet brings through activities such as:

• Visit ancestors' graves
• Worship Mr. Cong and Mr. Tao
• Wrap banh chung and banh tet
• Set up a tray of five fruits
• Worshipping ancestors
• Celebrate New Year's Eve
• Happy New Year and lucky money
• Go forth and reap the benefits
• Go shopping for Tet
• Go to the temple ceremony at the beginning of the year
• Participate in traditional Vietnamese Tet folk games

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As the Lunar New Year approaches, "Where to travel for Tet" has become a hotly discussed topic. This is a great opportunity for you to explore Hanoi—the capital of thousands of years of civilization, where unique traditional cultures are preserved. Take this opportunity to feel the warmth and excitement and join the people of the capital to celebrate a Tet filled with joy and happiness.

Experience History

Lunar New Year is a great time to travel to Hanoi, not only because you can enjoy the bustling, bustling spring atmosphere but also have the opportunity to explore famous historical places of the capital. Here are some suggestions from redBus for you:

Imperial Citadel of Thang Long

A world cultural heritage recognized by UNESCO, it preserves Vietnam's long-standing historical and cultural values. On the occasion of Lunar New Year, Thang Long Imperial Citadel will organize many special activities such as the ceremony of Mr. Cong and Mr. Tao, the ceremony of banishing squirrels, waving, greeting cards, the Spring opening ceremony, and the seal opening ceremony.

Temple of Literature

It is known as Vietnam's first university, a sacred place worshiping Confucius and Confucian scholars. Temple of Literature will hold a writing opening ceremony and calligraphy exhibition. Create an educational space to participate in traditional exams. In order to spread a good custom of our people, that is the custom of asking for the first word of Spring. Not only does it help honor and promote the spirit of Vietnamese learning, asking for the first word of Spring also represents each person's wish for good things before the new year.

Ngoc Son Temple

Located on Ngoc Son Island in the middle of Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple is a unique architectural work, imbued with the history and culture of Vietnam. On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, Ngoc Son Temple will organize many cultural activities, such as lion dancing and Xam singing.

Unique Cultural Experience

In addition to famous historical places, Hanoi is also where many unique cultural activities take place during Lunar New Year. Let's explore attractive entertainment venues in Hanoi such as:

Hanoi Old Quarter

On the occasion of the Lunar New Year, it puts on a brilliant, sparkling beauty with blooming peach blossoms and bustling streets with passersby. Stroll around traditional streets like Hang Ma, Hang Trong, Hang Luoc,... or Dong Xuan market and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and feel the conventional cultural beauty of Hanoi.

Nhat Tan Flower Garden

It is one of Hanoi's most famous tourist destinations, especially during the Lunar New Year. This place is known as "flower paradise" with many different types of flowers, such as peach blossoms, chrysanthemums, roses, and countless other shimmering colorful flowers, attracting many tourists to visit and take photos.

Visit Temples

Praying is an indispensable spiritual and cultural beauty during the Lunar New Year for the Vietnamese people. This is an opportunity for people to express their respect to the gods and pray for a happy and prosperous new year, with good luck and peace in life. Tourists can visit sacred temples in Hanoi, such as Tran Quoc Pagoda, Quan Su Pagoda, Ha Pagoda, Co Loa Pagoda, and Phuc Khanh Pagoda.

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Planning Your Travel for Tet 2025 Holidays 

TET 2025 Holiday Dates

Students can expect a Lunar New Year break of at least 9 days, from February 5 to 18, as outlined in the 2024-2025 school year planning framework. However, university students may enjoy a longer break, two to three weeks, depending on their school schedule.

Civil servants and public employees will receive 5 days off for the Lunar New Year, as per the proposal from the Ministry of Labor, War Invalids, and Social Affairs. These days off are distributed as 2 days before Tet and 3 days after Tet. The holiday period will extend from Saturday, January 25, 2025, to Sunday, February 2, 2025. Civil servants will enjoy a 9-day Lunar New Year holiday, including 5 days of official leave and 4 days of weekly rest.

It is best to plan your TET 2025 holidays well in advance. To help you plan your travel well, we are listing the bus and train availability for the TET period here - 

Tet Train Schedule and Ticketing Information

Tet 2025 Train Routes and Schedule

• When booking Tickets at the station for Group Travels and Units,  a Letter of introduction and a list of round-trip tickets with passenger details are required.
• No extra seats or convertible seats will be sold during Tet to ensure quality and safety.
• Passengers should only purchase tickets through official channels to avoid counterfeit tickets.
• Vietnam Railways' sales channels for train tickets include its website, mobile apps, stations, agents, and call centres.

This comprehensive schedule and ticketing information ensure a seamless and enjoyable travel experience during the Tet holiday season. Learn more about booking TET tickets on redBus. 

Limousine and Bus Routes for Tet Travel 2025 in Vietnam

If you cannot secure train tickets for your travel, you can check for bus and limousine services. Trusted operators like Phuong Trang (Futa Bus Lines) and Hoang Long bus are known for their extensive coverage and reliability. Prices for buses and limousines vary based on the type of bus, distance, and amenities provided. You can choose the type of bus depending on the distance between source and destination, your budget, and your preferences.

From standard sleeper buses with reclining seats to VIP sleepers with cabins and WI-FI to premium luxury limousines with massage chairs and onboard entertainment for short distances, you are spoilt for choices when booking buses and limousines in Vietnam.

We are listing the detailed information on popular operators across routes along with standard bus ticket prices here - 

For more convenience, tickets can be booked directly at bus terminals or via ticketing platforms where TET 2025 sales will ensure you save more on your bus and limousine travel. Bus Ticket prices are subject to change on the discretion of operators and also due to seasonality. Make sure to double-check with the operators. 

redBus is the world's leading online bus ticket booking platform and has now launched in Vietnam. redBus Vietnam is pleased to accompany you on every trip with a simple and quick ticket booking system. It helps you easily buy bus tickets for all routes from the North to the South, saving time and money. Explore Hanoi during the exciting Lunar New Year with discounts from redBus.

Bus ticket details and promo codes for Tet 2025 are not yet available. As soon as the bus operators provide updates, redBus will update passengers with comprehensive information on ticket prices, schedules, TET 2025 sale dates, and times for buses. 

Stay tuned and follow the redBus Vietnam Facebook page for timely updates and convenient booking options for your Tet travel plans!