New tours highlighting the remarkable museums, theatres and relics in the capital will be launched by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
Tourists visit Bach Ma Temple in Hanoi Old Quarter, a part of the tour History of Vietnam – Discovering of the Earth. (Photo cinet.vn)
Hanoi (VNA) - New tourshighlighting the remarkable museums, theatres and relics in the capital will belaunched by the Vietnam National Administration of Tourism (VNAT).
The VNAT cooperated with travel agents toorganise pilot tours to connect tourists with some attractions of the capitalon January 18 and 19.
The activity aims to realise the directionof Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Nguyen Ngoc Thien on plans toorganise high-quality art programmes and build cultural products to servetourists, according to Nguyen Dao Dung, vice chairman of the Travel Department(under the VNAT).
Following the direction, the VNAT coordinatedwith the Vietnam National Museum of History, the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum, the VietnamNational Puppetry Theatre, the Centre for Research, Preservation and Promotionof Vietnamese Traditional Culture and travel agencies to build tours to connectmuseums and theatres with tourism products.
Tours entitled “History of Vietnam –Discovering of the Earth”, "History of Vietnam - Dawn on the Rivers","Vietnamese Fine Arts - Treasures in Hanoi" and "VietnamCountryside - a View" have been carried out.
“We want to bring more visitors to theseplaces to give them a panoramic view of the culture and history of Vietnam ingeneral and Hanoi in particular,” said Dung.
“Now foreign tourists to Hanoi have moreoptions to visit.” - VNA
Working with the American Cable News Network (CNN) to promote the images of Hanoi to international friends and help them learn about Vietnam is a right step, said Chairman of the municipal People’s Committee Nguyen Duc Chung.
Hanoi welcomed nearly 12 million tourists in the last two quarters, earning 35 trillion VND (about 1.54 billion USD), representing year-on-year increases of 8 percent and 13 percent, respectively.
Special offers are being given by airlines and tour operators to visitors to a tourism promotion festival which is underway in Hanoi on November 3-5 to boost tourism until the year end.
Deputy Prime Minister Mai Van Chinh has instructed the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (MoCST) to coordinate with other ministries, agencies and localities to effectively implement policies and directives from the Party, Government, and Prime Minister on tourism development.
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By source market, China continued to lead with 3.1 million visitors, equivalent to 25.5% of all foreign arrivals. The Republic of Korea followed with 2.5 million, or 20.7%. Other major markets included Taiwan (China) with 737,000, the US with 522,000, and Japan with 380,000.
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According to local plans, fireworks shows will be held at multiple locations, with Ha Long Bay as the focal point. More than mere entertainment, these displays are part of a strategic cultural tourism product aimed at strengthening the region’s brand.
Chatbot and virtual assistants support itinerary consultation and tour bookings, and provide around-the-clock response across multiple platforms while AI advertising applications have been used to optimise budgets and target the right customers. AI has been also employed to analyse customer data, enabling the delivery of personalised tour recommendations.
Many Vietnamese regions possess favourable conditions, including natural landscapes, climate, and rich cultural identities, to host sport events that integrate with cultural and tourism experiences.
Dubbed the “land of ancient towers”, Khanh Hoa boasts a rich Cham legacy through architectural masterpieces like the Po Nagar, Hoa Lai, Po Klong Garai, and Po Rome towers.
Vietnam’s e-visa system is now seen as one of the most efficient, convenient, and transparent in the region. Fully online registration, no paperwork or interviews, and fast and flexible processing time have improved foreigners’ entry experience, creating a competitive advantage over countries clinging to complicated and costly visa procedures.
Sunset Town unfolded like a living fairytale. Every street and hidden corner recalls iconic European landmarks – from Venice’s San Marco Bell Tower and Paris’s Arc de Triomphe to Almafi-style squares and cobblestone paths reminiscent of southern Italy.
Its natural advantages have made Mui Ne a magnet for enthusiasts of kitesurfing, windsurfing, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding (SUP). These activities not only diversify the local tourism offerings but also contribute to the area’s long-term development strategy focused on sustainability.
In July alone, the city welcomed 695,930 international arrivals, surging 75.3% year-on-year. For the seven-month period, international visitors totalled 4.5 million, up 48% year-on-year.
Welcoming the crew on the morning of July 30, Dang Dong Ha, Deputy Director of the provincial Department of Culture, Sports and Tourism, emphasised that the film offers a valuable opportunity to promote Quang Tri’s tourism potential, particularly to Indian visitors, but also to a broader global audience.
With a proactive and creative approach, Hanoi is positioning itself as one of Southeast Asia’s most compelling destinations where tradition meets innovation, and every visit offers a blend of the familiar and the new.
Fostering linkage among regional localities and restructuring the tourism sector towards professionalism are among measures to boost the “smokeless industry” of the Mekong Delta.
Tourists visit Bach Ma Temple in Hanoi Old Quarter, a part of the tour History of Vietnam – Discovering of the Earth. (Photo cinet.vn) 
