ANA MANDARA VILLAS DALAT’S LUNAR NEW YEAR PROGRAM – YEAR OF THE HORSE 2026
Under the tranquil pine trees of Dalat, as nature slowly transitions to spring, Ana Mandara Villas Dalat welcomes a very different form of Tet – gentle, refined, and full of nostalgic emotions. The Lunar New Year of the Horse is not overly boisterous, but rather a journey back to original values: togetherness, peace, and moments slow enough to fully appreciate.
Tet begins with the quintessential afternoons of the year-end in Dalat
On the 28th day of the Lunar New Year, the resort is enveloped in a gentle spring atmosphere. French-style afternoon tea takes place in the charming villa setting, where sunlight filters through the pine trees and the warm aroma of tea gently permeates the air. It’s the perfect moment to relax, chat, and let time slow down.
After afternoon tea, a tour of the resort takes visitors back in time along small slopes, past quaint French villas, and stops beside cherry blossom trees in full bloom amidst the hazy evening mist. No need for elaborate poses; the heritage and natural scenery alone are enough to capture stunning photos of the spring season.
Year-End Celebration – When the Taste of home-cooked meals is the Taste of Tet
The 29th day of the Lunar New Year is a day of preparation and reflection. Making your own year-end feast with a cooking class called “Happy Fried Spring Rolls” offers a simple yet meaningful experience. Carefully wrapped spring rolls, filled with love, hope, and wishes for a prosperous and happy new year.
The year-end dinner with a “Taste of Home” menu becomes the emotional highlight of the last evening of the year. Familiar dishes, meticulously prepared, evoke the flavors of Tet (Lunar New Year) meals – where generational gaps seem to disappear, transporting us back to childhood days filled with laughter and the warmth of our mothers’ cooking.
The first day of Tet – a fresh start to the new year
The new year begins with the resounding sounds of lion dances echoing through the vibrant and exhilarating pine forest. The first writing of the year, with “New Year’s Wishes,” is a meaningful ritual where each visitor can express their hopes for a peaceful year.
Another delightful experience is harvesting golden eggs at Le Jardin Garden, offering simple joy and a refreshing harmony with nature. In the afternoon, visitors can enjoy tea and admire cherry blossoms in the elegant and classic setting of Le Petit restaurant, before concluding the first day of the year with a warm and fulfilling “Flavor of Tet Reunion” New Year’s menu.
Second Day of Tet – Slowly Enjoying Spring
Following the gentle rhythm of spring, the second day begins with New Year’s wishes as a reminder and hope for good things to come. A leisurely afternoon in a classic setting with French-style afternoon tea, strolling along winding cobblestone streets and immersing yourself in the lush greenery dotted with the romantic pink of cherry blossoms.
On the evening of the second day, the “Flavors of Traditional Tet” menu will offer you a delightful Tet culinary experience that is both familiar and novel, making the Tet experience more memorable than ever.
Third Day of Tet – A Burst of Springtime Celebrations
The third day of Tet at Ana Mandara Villas Dalat is a refined spring celebration – where all guests can meet, share, and continue their Tet journey in a warm and vibrant atmosphere. As night falls amidst the pine forest, gentle music fills the air, perfect for enjoying a cocktail and savoring light snacks at a meticulously served canapé party, creating a relaxing, connected, and emotionally resonant atmosphere.
Following this is a garden BBQ buffet, where the aroma of grilled food permeates the open space, allowing each guest to freely enjoy, chat, and fully appreciate the moments of togetherness. Whether familiar or unfamiliar, everyone blends into the slow pace of spring, raising glasses, sharing laughter, and creating lasting memories of this special Tet holiday at Ana Mandara Villas Dalat – an explosive party dedicated to all those who chose to come, stay, and accompany us to make this year’s Tet truly complete and fulfilling.
Celebrate Tet differently, let Tet last longer.
Tet at Ana Mandara Villas Dalat isn’t a series of hectic activities, but a meticulously planned journey of experiences where every moment offers a quiet respite for guests to enjoy in the most peaceful and relaxing way. Here, Tet doesn’t rush by, but lingers in the warm aroma of tea, in the glow of the fire used to cook banh chung (traditional rice cakes), and in the misty mornings amidst the pine forests.
If you’re looking for a Tet holiday to truly relax, to spend more time with loved ones, and to experience spring with all your senses, then try celebrating Tet in the city of a thousand flowers and let Ana Mandara Villas Dalat become the place where you cherish your most tender spring memories.