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Good news for the tourism industry.
Ms. Ho Thi Phuong, Director of Premier Tour travel company, believes that Mongolia tours always hold a special place in the hearts of Vietnamese tourists, partly because of the beautiful scenery, friendly people, and interesting cultural aspects.
Regarding visas, travel agencies assess that the Mongolian visa application process is not complicated, and since the beginning of this year, Vietnamese tourists have been able to apply for e-visas. Currently, with the new visa exemption policy, Vietnamese tourists can save even more on travel costs when visiting Mongolia.
Furthermore, from the end of this year, there will be additional direct flights from Nha Trang, Khanh Hoa to Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. From a business perspective, Ms. Phuong believes this route will contribute to boosting two-way tourism, especially bringing more international tourists to Nha Trang.
"Many Mongolian tourists are already familiar with Phu Quoc, Da Nang, and Nha Trang. Because of the harsh winters in Mongolia, people often prefer to go to Vietnamese coastal areas for relaxation. Mongolian tourists usually travel to Vietnam between October and April of the following year," Ms. Phuong explained.
Currently, with the new visa exemption policy, Vietnamese tourists can save even more money when traveling to Mongolia.
Mongolia Tours are fascinating.
A country with endless grasslands, unique culture, and striking beauty like Mongolia is becoming a rising star on the tourism map. Mongolia can offer international visitors unique experiences as they explore pristine nature, learn about the culture, and interact with the Tsaatan reindeer herding tribe…
However, tourists should note that traveling to Mongolia independently is not recommended, as the distances between attractions are quite far, travel times are long, and sometimes it involves spending an entire day in a car or riding a horse through the forest.
In recent years, the Mongolian government has invested in a social media advertising campaign targeting potential tourists aged 23 to 40.
They also invite social media influencers to Mongolia and post videos of the country's lush green valleys, clear lakes, and distinctive orange sand dunes. According to a 2019 survey cited by the Mongolian Ministry of Tourism, 49% of visitors to the country are under 40 years old.
With these new cooperation agreements, Mongolia could very well welcome an increasing number of Vietnamese tourists.
Last year, Mongolia welcomed nearly 250,000 tourists, more than six times the number in 2021, when the country reopened after COVID-19. The majority of visitors came from neighboring countries, including Russia, South Korea, and Kazakhstan. The number of tourists from Europe and the US increased by over 500% between 2021 and 2022. With new cooperation agreements, Mongolia could potentially welcome even more Vietnamese tourists.
The Mongolian government is also working to expand internet access for its citizens and tourists. An estimated 84% of the country's population has internet access, and households often have solar panels to charge their mobile phones as they maintain a nomadic lifestyle. The government is also working to open air routes from Ulaanbaatar to popular destinations around the world.
