Tourism - An emotional bridge in the close relationship between Vietnam and Korea

On the evening of August 25, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism organized a program to introduce Vietnamese tourism in Gyeongsangbuk-do province, South Korea.

The program was attended by Mr. Ho An Phong - Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Vietnam; Mr. Vu Ho - Ambassador of Vietnam to Korea; Ms. Phan Linh Chi - Deputy Director of Vietnam National Administration of Tourism; Ms. Tran Hai Van - Deputy Director of International Cooperation Department. On the Korean side, there were Mr. Park Hyeon Guk - Chairman of Bonghwa District, Mr. Ly Xuong Can - Ambassador of Vietnam Tourism to Korea, along with government representatives and international friends and partners.

Tourism contributes to promoting deep and sustainable cooperation between Vietnam and Korea

Speaking at the opening of the Program, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho An Phong said that this Program is not only   Not only does it introduce Vietnamese tourism to the Korean people, it is also a symbol of the deep and strong cooperative relationship between the two countries.

Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho An Phong speaks at the Program

Over the past three decades, Vietnam and Korea have made remarkable strides in economic , trade and cultural cooperation, in which tourism has always played a pioneering, connecting and spreading role.

In 2024, Vietnam welcomed and served more than 4.5 million Korean visitors, up 27.1% compared to 2023 and exceeding the 2019 level before the pandemic. However, in the first 6 months of 2025, the number of visitors showed signs of slowing down, down slightly by 3.2%. This is the time when promotional programs like today need to maximize their effectiveness to recreate strong growth momentum, the Deputy Minister emphasized.

This program not only has beautiful images of Vietnam's land and people, but also new tourism products, suitable for the tastes of Korean tourists: from high-class beach resorts, golf tourism, cultural - culinary - medical tourism, to experiences in the highlands, villages and indigenous communities. In addition, the e-visa policy with flexible stay periods and increasingly improved aviation infrastructure helps shorten the distance between the two countries. Vietnam currently has 10 direct flights connecting major cities in Korea (Seoul, Busan, Daegu) with Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Phu Quoc, etc.

“We hope that through today’s program, travel agencies, hotels, and airlines of the two countries will have more opportunities to exchange and establish practical and sustainable cooperative relationships. Vietnam always welcomes international friends, especially Korean tourists, with a friendly, open, and professional spirit. The bond between the two nations does not stop at statistics, but is also demonstrated through emotional travel stories, through trips that connect souls, cultures, and hearts,” said Deputy Minister Ho An Phong.

Program Overview

Also at the Program, Deputy Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism Ho An Phong informed about the Ministry's plan to promote tourism development in the coming time, such as continuing to promote digital transformation, developing smart tourism, enhancing destination promotion through digital platforms, social media, cooperating with Korean KOLs and influencers to reach young people - the main tourist force in the post-Covid-19 period. In particular, the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism is very interested in connecting with the Vietnamese community living, studying and working in Korea - an important bridge in spreading the image of Vietnam to Korean and international friends.

Delegates take souvenir photos

Vietnam - Ideal destination for Korean tourists

At the program, representatives of the Vietnam National Tourism Administration introduced an overview of Vietnam tourism to guests, delegates and Korean businesses. Accordingly, Vietnam is a leading attractive destination in Asia, standing out with a harmonious combination of beautiful nature, long-standing culture and friendly, hospitable people.

The Vietnamese government creates favorable conditions for international tourists, especially South Korea, with a 45-day visa exemption policy, 90-day e-visa issuance, and many direct flights. In addition, Vietnam is also recognized as a safe, dynamic destination with rapidly developing tourism infrastructure.

Vietnam has many unique tourism products that can meet the diverse needs of Korean tourists such as:   Heritage & culture : with UNESCO world heritage sites such as Ha Long Bay, Hoi An Ancient Town, Hue Monuments Complex, Trang An Scenic Landscape... along with traditional festivals, craft villages, historical relics and museums.   Nature & ecology : with diverse landscapes from majestic mountains, forests, rivers, streams, majestic caves to fertile plains. Vietnam has been honored many times as "Asia's Leading Natural Destination".   Sea and islands : with a coastline of more than 3,200 km with famous resort paradises such as Phu Quoc, Nha Trang, Da Nang... Tourists can experience swimming, water sports, diving to see coral or relaxing at high-class resorts.   Cuisine : Vietnam is recognized as “Asia's Leading Culinary Destination”, from pho, bun cha, banh cuon to Hue royal dishes, each region has its own unique, rich and sophisticated flavor.   Unique experiences : with adventure tourism (mountain climbing, cave exploration, trekking), health care tourism (yoga, spa, mud bath, herbal bath), luxury golf tourism, and the North-South railway of more than 1,700 km long voted by Lonely Planet as the world's leading railway journey.

In addition, key cities such as Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An not only possess historical and cultural beauty but also converge modern and dynamic services, meeting the needs of shopping, entertainment and international exchange.

With many prestigious international titles such as “World's Leading Heritage Destination”, “World's Best Golf Destination” and many attractive incentive policies, Vietnam is becoming an ideal choice for global tourists, including Korean tourists.

Deputy Director Phan Linh Chi awarded the lucky draw winner: 1 round-trip C-class air ticket from Korea to Vietnam

Traditional Vietnamese art performance at the Program

Vietnam National Tourism Administration

Source: https://bvhttdl.gov.vn/du-lich-cau-noi-cam-xuc-trong-moi-quan-he-gan-bo-viet-han-2025082610455203.htm