Hotel prices in the city centre of Hanoi have risen sharply, with many fully booked ahead of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day.
Citizens from 12 countries will be granted visa-free entry for stays of up to 45 days in Vietnam for tourism purposes, regardless of their passport types.
This year’s four-day National Day holiday, falling just before the new school year and after the summer travel season, has sent demand for overseas tours soaring.
Hanoi will pilot an electric bus route to tourist attractions in the Hoan Kiem and Ba Dinh areas, following the municipal Department of Construction's proposal.
Vietnam Railways will officially launch a new high-quality passenger train service on the Hanoi–Dong Hoi route starting August 10, aiming to boost tourism and improve passenger experience.
Ho Chi Minh City plans to operate six electric bus routes on Con Dao Island, with 30 vehicles transporting passengers from the local market and airport to key tourist destinations.
Hanoi will ban vehicles on several central streets from August 7 to 10, with extensive rerouting measures in place to prepare for the 80th National Day.
Vietnam recorded 12.2 million international tourist arrivals between January and July, up 22.5 per cent year-on-year, according to the Vietnam National Authority of Tourism (VNAT).
Nearly a month before National Day, tours to Hanoi are selling out fast, especially those with accommodations near Ba Dinh Square, where the 80th anniversary parade will take place.
Armoured vehicles and military equipment rolled through Ba Dinh Square overnight on August 5 in preparation for Vietnam's 80th National Day parade on September 2.
The international cruise ship Viking Yidun arrived at Cam Ranh International Port on August 4, bringing 206 passengers from countries including China, Canada, and Italy to the locality.
The capital city of Hanoi is set to launch a double-decker train designed to connect cultural heritage sites through a unique night tourism journey on August 19.
Hai Chu Fishing Village in Khanh Hoa Province is known for its long-standing seafaring tradition and peaceful, slow-paced way of life, just 10 kilometres from Phan Rang City.