Many products attract tourists.

Tourists visit the summit of Fansipan, known as the "roof of Indochina," with an altitude of 3,143m. Photo: Minh Tú.

Heritage tourism is gaining attention.

This year, the five-day holiday is the ideal time for families to take a long trip. For over a month now, the domestic and international tourism markets have been bustling, especially with tours focusing on historical sites and traditions, coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of Southern Vietnam and the reunification of the country.

According to Tran Thi Bao Thu, Director of Marketing and Communications at Vietluxtour Travel, during this year's April 30th and May 1st holidays, tourists visiting Ho Chi Minh City will have many options with a series of city tours, with the highlight being the "Legends of the Heroes" tour program. With a 4-day, 3-night itinerary, tourists can explore many historical landmarks, from Ho Chi Minh City to the Rung Sac War Zone, Cu Chi Tunnels, Independence Palace, etc. In addition, the company is also offering many other cultural and historical tours, such as: "From Old Saigon to New Ho Chi Minh City", "Memories of Saigon - Cholon", "Cu Chi - The Land of Steel and Bronze", and the "Saigon Commando" tour...

Meanwhile, BestPrice Travel introduced two tour packages titled "Returning to the Land of Steel" and "The Glorious Legacy of Unification," taking tourists to historical sites associated with the victory and the development of Ho Chi Minh City today. BestPrice Travel's Marketing Director, Bui Thanh Tu, said these tours are receiving a lot of interest from tourists.

Besides programs focusing on natural resources, according to information from travel businesses, coastal tourism is expected to be bustling during this year's holiday season, particularly in destinations such as: Ha Long (Quang Ninh), Sam Son (Thanh Hoa), Cua Lo (Nghe An), Da Nang, Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa), Quy Nhon (Binh Dinh), Phu Quoc (Kien Giang)... In addition, heritage destinations are also attracting tourists, such as: Trang An (Ninh Binh), Hue, Hoi An (Quang Nam)... Regarding international tourism, the markets with the most tour bookings during this period are: China, South Korea, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand…

To date, many travel agencies have reported a significant increase in tour bookings during the holiday period. For example, Saigontourist Travel Company saw a 15% increase compared to 2024; Flamingo Redtours experienced a 15-20% increase in bookings for both domestic and international tours...

Diverse local cultural and tourism products

During this period, many localities organize activities to kick off a vibrant summer tourism season. Therefore, numerous tourism and cultural festivals are held on a grand scale.

Ho Chi Minh City is predicted to experience a surge in tourist numbers during the holiday season, with numerous political, cultural, and tourism activities. Besides the parade commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and National Reunification, Ho Chi Minh City is also organizing a series of attractive and unique cultural and tourism events, such as: the "Colors of the City Named After Uncle Ho" festival, the special art program "National Reunification Day," a demonstration of 2,000 unmanned aerial vehicles (drones), and artistic fireworks displays… Currently, the number of people booking flights and hotel rooms in Ho Chi Minh City has increased significantly. Many 2-5 star hotels are already fully booked.

Meanwhile, Quang Ninh province is organizing the "Ha Long Carnival 2025 - Connecting Heritage, Pioneering and Shining" on May 1st. The highlight is an art program celebrating national identity against the backdrop of a world natural wonder, combined with modern technologies such as 3D mapping, lasers, and light shows. Currently, many hotels and accommodations in Ha Long are fully booked for the holiday period.

On this occasion, Vinh Phuc province is organizing a hot air balloon festival with the theme "Vinh Phuc Soars with the Nation," taking place from April 30 to May 4 in Vinh Yen city. Binh Thuan province is showcasing many unique tourism programs in Phan Thiet - Mui Ne, exploring Phu Quy island, along with a series of large-scale cultural, sports, and tourism events. Nghe An and Thanh Hoa provinces are promoting their beach tourism season associated with festivals and unique, attractive eco-tourism products...

The Vietnam Military History Museum is a popular tourist attraction.

In Hanoi, many tourist areas and attractions are organizing attractive and meaningful activities such as: Hanoi Old Quarter is holding a series of activities commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Liberation of the South and the reunification of the country; Hoa Lo Prison historical site is organizing a thematic exhibition "Song of Peace"; Bao Son Paradise Park is introducing the "Cowboy Town" amusement program… According to forecasts, historical and revolutionary sites in the capital will be crowded with visitors during the holiday. In addition, suburban tourist areas such as Duong Lam Ancient Village (Son Tay town), Ba Vi National Park (Ba Vi district), and resorts in Soc Son... will also be popular choices for tourists.

To ensure safe, healthy, and enjoyable tourism during the April 30th and May 1st holidays, travel agencies have advised and warned tourists to be cautious when booking tours and services. Chairman of the Vietnam Tourism Association, Vu The Binh, noted that tourists should choose reputable travel agencies with many years of experience in organizing tours. If booking individual services, tourists should carefully research the information and avoid buying cheap, unregulated tours with unclear origins.

According to Dang Huong Giang, Director of the Hanoi Department of Tourism, the Department has requested tourism businesses to improve service quality, ensure security and order, and maintain food safety and hygiene for tourists.

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