Northern Vietnam map after provincial mergers [Latest update 07/2025]

Northern Vietnam after the merger (effective from July 1, 2025) will have significant changes in administrative boundaries, reducing to only 15 provinces and cities. The Northern Vietnam map update clearly shows the merger clusters that have been formed, helping to streamline the administrative apparatus, improve management efficiency, and comprehensively develop the economy and society for each locality.

1. Northern Vietnam map images after merger (from 01/07/2025)

Before the merger, Northern Vietnam had 25 provinces and cities. After the merger from July 1, 2025, from 25 provincial-level administrative units, Northern Vietnam will have only 15 provinces and cities.

Map of provinces and cities in Northern Vietnam before and after the merger. (Source: Internet)

2. List of provinces and cities on Northern Vietnam map after merger

3. Suggestions for attractive tourist destinations in Northern Vietnam worth visiting

The provincial merger has great significance for the country. However, many people worry that this will affect the reputation, familiarity, and tourism development in the merged localities.

However, Mr. Nguyen Cong Hoan - General Director of Flamingo Redtours believes that mergers or losing names on administrative maps do not greatly affect tourism development. Specifically, he stated: "Tourism has inter-sectoral and inter-regional characteristics, not limited by administrative boundaries".

He also emphasized that although administrative boundaries may change, tourism businesses can still use old names in promotion.

Provincial mergers will not affect Northern Vietnam tourism. (Source: Internet)

Visitors can still research, look up, and choose interesting and attractive locations in Northern Vietnam or the whole country to have wonderful travel and sightseeing experiences. Merging provinces and cities even brings potential for Vietnam tourism as visitors will experience seamless travel without being divided by boundaries.

Vietnam Airlines continues to operate flights to provinces and cities in Northern Vietnam such as Hanoi, Hai Phong, Quang Ninh, Dien Bien, etc. to ensure service for domestic and international tourists. If you have plans for Northern Vietnam travel, don't forget to follow and check flights to quickly grasp ticket price information and accompanying offers.

Below are some famous tourist destinations in Northern Vietnam that you should visit and experience.

3.1. Sa Pa - land of mist

Sa Pa belongs to Lao Cai Province (tỉnh Lào Cai), one of the most famous tourist destinations in Northern Vietnam. This place is likened to a mystical city in mist due to its thick, white fog layers. Coming to Sa Pa, you will admire the beauty of mountains, forests, and villages, especially visiting the "Roof of Indochina" - Fansipan Peak at 3,143m altitude.

Sa Pa is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Northern Vietnam. (Source: Internet)

3.2. Ha Long Bay - tourist destination with magnificent natural scenery

Ha Long Bay (Vịnh Hạ Long) belongs to Quang Ninh Province (tỉnh Quảng Ninh), one of the 7 natural wonders of the world recognized by UNESCO. This place is famous for its complex of many islands, rocky mountains, lakes, caves, etc. with unique and magnificent shapes.

Coming to Ha Long Bay, you can not only swim but also participate in other activities such as: Mountain climbing, kayaking, diving to see coral reefs, cave exploration, etc.

Ha Long Bay is famous for its complex of many islands, rocky mountains, lakes, and caves. (Source: Internet)

3.3. Mu Cang Chai - highland land with beautiful nature

Mu Cang Chai (Mù Cang Chải), Lao Cai (before the merger, Mu Cang Chai belonged to Yen Bai Province). This place attracts many tourists with its magnificent and poetic natural scenery. The special feature of Mu Cang Chai is the terraced rice fields arranged in layers like stairs leading to heaven. The most beautiful time of Mu Cang Chai is during the ripe rice season (September, October) and water-filling season (May, June).

Mu Cang Chai - natural masterpiece of terraced fields. (Source: Internet)

3.4. Hanoi - thousand-year-old civilized capital

Hanoi (Hà Nội) with many historical and cultural relics and rich cuisine always satisfies visitors whenever they come here. You can visit famous places here such as: Hoan Kiem Lake (Hồ Gươm), Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (Lăng Chủ tịch Hồ Chí Minh), Temple of Literature - National University (Văn Miếu - Quốc Tử Giám), etc.

Capital Hanoi with thousands of years of civilization and great historical value. (Source: Internet)

3.5. Ninh Binh - harmonious combination of natural scenery and history-culture

Ninh Binh (Ninh Bình) before the merger had famous destinations attracting domestic and international tourists such as: Trang An (Tràng An), Hang Mua (Hang Múa), Ancient Capital Hoa Lu (Cố đô Hoa Lư), Tam Coc - Bich Dong (Tam Cốc - Bích Động).

After the merger, tourists coming to Ninh Binh can also visit places like: Tam Chuc Pagoda (Chùa Tam Chúc) (formerly belonging to Ha Nam Province), Pho Minh Pagoda (chùa Phổ Minh) (formerly belonging to Nam Dinh Province), etc.

Trang An is one of the most attractive destinations in Ninh Binh. (Source: Internet)

3.6. Tam Dao - "miniature Da Lat" in Northern Vietnam

Tam Dao (Tam Đảo) formerly belonged to Tam Dao Town, Vinh Phuc Province (tỉnh Vĩnh Phúc). After the merger, Tam Dao belongs to Phu Tho Province (tỉnh Phú Thọ), 75km from Hanoi. This place has cool and pleasant climate due to being at an altitude of over 900m above sea level. Tam Dao is famous for its mystical landscapes combined with architectural works bearing historical traces, making this place even more special and attractive to tourists.

Tam Dao is considered the miniature Da Lat of Northern Vietnam. (Source: Internet)

3.7. Moc Chau - Northern Vietnam tourist destination with diverse ecosystem

Belonging to Son La Province (tỉnh Sơn La), Moc Chau (Mộc Châu) attracts tourists with diverse nature and cool green grasslands. You can come to Moc Chau at any season of the year, as each season here has its own scenery and distinctive features. Spring is when apricot, plum, and cherry blossoms bloom abundantly; plum season ripens in May; persimmon season ripens from August to December, lush green tea hills, etc.

Coming to Moc Chau in spring, you feel like entering fairyland. (Source: Internet)

3.8. Ha Giang - stone plateau with magnificent landscapes

Ha Giang (Hà Giang) belongs to Tuyen Quang Province (tỉnh Tuyên Quang) (formerly belonged to Ha Giang Province). The land at the northern tip of the Fatherland with winding mountain pass roads, Dong Van Karst Plateau, and beautiful natural scenery. Traveling to Ha Giang, you can visit famous places like: Lung Cu Flagpole (Cột cờ Lũng Cú), Tu San Gorge (hẻm Tu Sản), Nho Que River (sông Nho Quế) with emerald water, Lo Lo Chai Village (làng Lô Lô Chải), Vuong Family Mansion (dinh thự họ Vương), etc.

Ha Giang is a famous tourist destination with magnificent natural landscapes. (Source: Internet)

3.9. Ban Gioc Falls - magnificent natural scenery among mountains and forests

Ban Gioc Falls (Thác Bản Giốc) - Southeast Asia's largest natural waterfall, belonging to Cao Bang Province (tỉnh Cao Bằng), located on the Vietnam-China border, a Northern Vietnam tourist destination that creates longing for visitors. This place has magnificent natural landscapes, surrounded by mountains and lush green grasslands.

You can visit Ban Gioc Falls around June - September when the waterfall has abundant water, flows strongly, and has deep blue color; in autumn, this place has beautiful golden rice scenery and emerald-colored water.

Ban Gioc Falls is a Northern Vietnam tourist destination that creates longing for visitors. (Source: Internet)

3.10. Mai Chau - fresh climate, poetic nature

Mai Chau (Mai Châu) now belongs to Phu Tho Province (tỉnh Phú Thọ) (formerly belonged to Hoa Binh Province). This place has gentle and light beauty, fresh air, surely an ideal tourist destination for you.

Coming to Mai Chau, you not only enjoy special dishes but also visit famous places, immerse yourself in the life of local people such as: Lac Village (Bản Lác), Pom Coong Village (bản Pom Coọng), Mai Chau Flagpole (cột cờ Mai Châu), cultural experiences of Thai people at Nhot Village (bản Nhót), etc.

Mai Chau has gentle beauty and fresh air. (Source: Internet)

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Thus, the Northern Vietnam map after the merger will have certain changes in administrative units. However, for tourism, tourist destinations will be maintained in promotional activities to help tourists recognize them. Hopefully, the above sharing will help you update Northern Vietnam administrative units after the merger as well as know famous tourist destinations in Northern Vietnam for visiting and experiencing.

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