Lunar New Year in Vietnam (Tết) | Traditions, Meaning & Travel Tips

Vietnam feels completely different during Lunar New Year (Tết) — cities slow down, families reunite, and traditions take center stage. More than a holiday, Tết is the moment when belief, culture, and everyday life come together. In this video, we explain what Tết truly is, the traditions you’ll see everywhere, and what travelers should know when visiting Vietnam during this meaningful time. Video Highlights 00:00 Opening: Lunar New Year – The Heart Of Vietnam 1. Overview of Tết 00:27 What is Tết? 01:25 Before Tết - The preparation stage 02:11 New Year's Eve - Giao thừa 02:41 Tết days 2. Common Tết traditions you'll see everywhere in Vietnam 03:22 Kitchen Gods Day – The Official Beginning of Tết 04:09 Making Bánh Chưng – The Soul of Vietnamese Tết 04:41 Five-Fruit Tray – Wishes for the New Year 05:03 Tết Meals & Ancestral Offerings 05:39 Lucky Money – A Blessing, Not a Payment 05:55 Picking New Year Blessings 06:16 First-Footing – Welcoming the First Energy of the Year 06:39 New Year Calligraphy – Writing Wishes for the Year Ahead 07:00 Tết Taboos – Protecting Good Fortune 3. Travel guide for visitors in Vietnam during Tết 07:37 When Tết Happens & What It Means for Travelers 08:00 What Stays Open — and What Doesn’t 08:22 Transportation & Planning Tips 08:43 Money, Prices & Practical Advice 09:02 Cultural Respect for Travelers 09:25 Ending — understanding Vietnam through Tết Tết is about family, gratitude, and hope for the year ahead. Experience Vietnam during Lunar New Year, and you won’t just see the country — you’ll feel its heart. ------------------- CUSTOM ASIA TRAVEL - Your Trusted Local Travel Agency in Southeast Asia Website: https://customasiatravel.com/ Build your own trip: https://customasiatravel.com/plan-my-... Phone/Whatsapp: +84 385 385 808 Email: [email protected] Our reviews: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attractio...