HCM City (VNA) – Travel companies in Ho Chi Minh City have launched a diverse array of tour packages for the end-of-year travel season and innovated domestic tour packages to attract tourists.
Thousands of attractive tour routes are offered from now to February 2025 at competitive prices. The tours feature journeys from the North to the South, where travellers can experience the distinctive characteristics of various regions like Moc Chau, Sa Pa, and Ha Giang. Notably, travel companies are also introducing "green" trips that include environmental and community activities, allowing tourists to explore while contributing to nature conservation.
Tours to Cuc Phuong National Park in Ninh Binh province allow tourists to participate in tree planting, experience the “Bringing Animals Home” programme for wildlife rehabilitation, and learn about the rescue and conservation of rare primate species.
The Net Zero tour in Da Nang reflects Vietravel's commitment to green tourism, minimising tourism's impact on the environment for a sustainable future.
The 2025 Lunar New Year (Tet) with an extended holiday period, is expected to create great opportunities for spring tours. Travel agencies in Ho Chi Minh City are focusing on domestic destinations like Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, and Ha Giang, highlighting traditional Tet activities such as making "chung" cake, experiencing cultural Tet festivals, and enjoying traditional New Year delicacies during Gala dinners.
A representative of Viet Media Travel Joint Stock Company said that the demand for Tet travel this year is expected to rise significantly, particularly among young families who prefer travelling to traditional celebrations at home. This trend is likely to increase as many tourists seek to avoid the pressures of traditional Tet preparations while enjoying fresh cultural experiences. The longer holiday this year will facilitate this trend's expansion.
Similarly, a representative of Vietravel emphasised that the Vietnamese tourism industry is gradually adapting to new trends to meet the diverse needs of travellers. To deliver quality products that align with customer preferences, travel companies must research and develop innovative tours that optimize costs. Depending on the annual travel trends, products need specific highlights and unique experiences, with seasonal promotions to enhance customer benefits.
Multi-generational travel trends
Survey results from travel companies in Ho Chi Minh City indicate that more families are choosing multi-generational travel to enjoy time together in new environments, strengthening family bonds and creating lasting memories.
Recognising this new travel demand, travel companies are designing tour packages that cater to all family members, from the elderly to young adults and children, ensuring that each journey meets the diverse needs of different generations. Additionally, substantial cash-back promotions are being strongly promoted by travel companies to offer special privileges for these groups.
The digital travel platform Agoda has recently released a list of the most affordable year-end travel destinations, providing various options for those seeking budget accommodation.
In Vietnam, Da Lat stands out as the most wallet-friendly destination, with an average room price of just 1.57 million VND (61 USD) per night. Da Lat continues to affirm its status as the most affordable destination in Vietnam, presenting its unique beauty with a cool mountain climate, ideal for travellers looking to enjoy a memorable year-end holiday.
Vu Ngoc Lam, Director of Agoda in Vietnam, said families tend to spend the year-end holiday together. But travelling at this time can be expensive, making budget a top concern. Therefore, travel companies can generate tourism numbers by providing offers that help customers maximize savings on flights, accommodation, and experiences./.
