Guinness cable car offers services to over 40,000 tourists

The world’s longest three-rope cable car connecting Muong Hoa Valley and Fansipan Mountain in Lao Cai has helped some 40,000 tourists conquer the so-called “Roof of Indochina”.
Guinness cable car offers services to over 40,000 tourists ảnh 1The world’s longest three-rope cable car (Photo: VNA)


Lao Cai (VNA)
- The world’s longest three-rope cable car connecting Muong Hoa Valley and Fansipan Mountain in the northern province of Lao Cai has helped some 40,000 tourists conquer the so-called “Roof of Indochina” in one month of operation.

Vietnam’s Sun Group began construction in November 2013 with consultancy from the world’s leading cable car group, Doppelmayr Garaventa. The facility also has the world’s biggest height gap between its departure and arrival stations (1,410 metres).

It has the capacity to shuttle 2,000 passengers per hour with each cabin accommodating up to 35 people. The system cuts the arduous two-day trek to the 3,143 metre summit, the highest mountain in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia, to just 15 minutes.

Along with the tremendous cable car system, the area has plush five-star hotels, restaurants with local specialties, golf courses and a shopping mall constructed at the Fansipan Legend tourism site. In addition, Vietnamese pagodas were also built near the cable car stations, which are billed as attractive destinations for travellers who love spiritual tourism.

Security systems, healthcare, food safety and environmental sanitation have been a major focus in order to ensure excellent services for tourists.

With the world’s most modern three-rope system, the Fansipan cable car is tolerant of harsh weather conditions and guarantees complete safety for visitors.

The system is expected to help boost the number of tourists to Sapa by 30 to 40 percent every year and reach 3 million by 2020. It will also become the main tourism service in Sapa in the next few years.-VNA

VNA

See more

Foreign tourists experience farming in Tra Que vegetable village in Hoi An, Da Nang city (Photo: VNA)

OCOP products help boost tourism brand in Hoi An

International visitors are especially fond of hands-on traditional craft experiences and OCOP products in Hoi An ancient town, now part of Da Nang, according to Le Doan Phuoc, a tour guide from a travel company in the central city.

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports, and Tourism Ho An Phong (R) officially presents the decision appointing global golf legend Gregory John Norman as Vietnam’s Tourism Ambassador for the 2025–2030 term. (Photo: titc.vn)

Australian golf legend reappointed as Vietnam’s Tourism Ambassador

The reappointment of Australian golf legend Gregory John Norman as Vietnam’s Tourism Ambassador for 2025-2030 is a strategic move to attract high-end international tourists, particularly from the US and Australia, boosting Vietnam’s reputation as a diverse tourism hub.

Golden Bridge - an attractive tourist destination for local residents and tourists when visiting the coastal city of Da Nang. (Photo: VNA)

Vietnam tops list for meaningful cultural adventures among Australian travellers

The article describes Vietnam as a vibrant, atmospheric, and culturally rich nation. Citing the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), it notes that the number of Australians visiting Vietnam in the first quarter of 2025 surged by 54% compared to the same period in 2019, outpacing all other international destinations.

The Huc Bridge spanning Hoan Kiem Lake, an icon of Hanoi (Photo: VNA)

Hanoi launches new tourism products ahead of National Day holiday

From 2022 to 2024, Hanoi saw a strong annual growth rate of 28.3% in visitor numbers during the National Day holiday, with international visitors rising 62.5% annually. Tourism revenue grew by 31.6% per year, reinforcing Hanoi’s status as a vibrant, culturally rich, and safe destination.

Ho Chi Minh City expects to become a regional leading tourism hub. (Photo: VNA)

HCM City expects to become regional leading tourism hub

Following the recent administrative restructuring that merged the city with the neighbouring provinces of Binh Duong and Ba Ria–Vung Tau, HCM City now boasts 681 potential tourist sites. With a population of over 14 million, it has become Vietnam’s largest intra-provincial tourism market, both in scale and in diversity.

Saigon Central Post Office - a landmark site in HCM City (Photo: VNA)

Tourism boom takes hold in newly-expanded Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City welcomed 3.85 million foreigners in the first half, a 44% surge year-on-year, alongside 18.3 million domestic tourists, up 7%. The influx generated nearly 117.94 trillion VND (4.53 billion USD) in revenue, a 27.3% yearly rise, putting the city nearly halfway to its annual target, according to the municipal Department of Tourism.

Son Doong recognised as surreal natural wonder by Travel+Leisure (Photo: VNA)

Travel+Leisure hails Son Doong as world’s greatest cave

In the article titled "The World's Largest Cave Has Its Own Climate System With Jungles, Rivers, and Clouds—and This Is the Only Way You Can See It", Travel+Leisure describes Son Doong as a “surreal natural wonder,” featuring massive domes, a primeval jungle hidden underground, an underground river system, and its own secluded climate.

Festivals contribute to introducing and promoting destinations, products, services, and tourism gifts of Hanoi. (Photo: VNA).

Hanoi eyes tourism boost with launch of new offerings

Hanoi’s Department of Tourism has introduced a series of new attractive tourism products, aiming to make a strong breakthrough during the National Day (September 2) holiday, and accelerate growth through the end of the year.

Viewed from the scenic coastal road DT702, Vinh Hy Bay resembles a watercolour painting framed by rolling mountains and emerald water. (Photo: VNA)

Discovering majestic beauty of Vinh Hy Bay

With its pristine natural beauty, diverse tourism options, and growing focus on sustainability, Vinh Hy Bay is truly a must-visit destination for anyone exploring the wonders of Khanh Hoa province.

Hanoi launches regional biodiversity conservation initiative

Hanoi launches regional biodiversity conservation initiative

In line with guidance from the Government Office and the Ministry of Agriculture and Environment, the capital has assigned its Department of Agriculture and Environment to raise public awareness and disseminate legal knowledge on biodiversity conservation and resource use.