Van Don District, the precious gem of Quang Ninh, is proud to be one of the four key tourist centers of the province, possessing a part of nature's masterpiece - Bai Tu Long Bay. This island bay is not only a unique geological wonder with a majestic limestone island system, charming pristine beaches, but also a precious nature reserve, preserving unique ecological, historical and cultural values of the island. In particular, Bai Tu Long National Park, honored as an ASEAN Heritage Park, is a testament to Vietnam's tireless efforts in nature conservation.
Over the past decade, Van Don has witnessed a dramatic transformation with the emergence of modern, world-class infrastructure projects. Van Don International Airport, Ao Tien International Port, along with new service and urban areas, have created a new look, an attractive destination, meeting all the needs of tourists.
This trip will be free until Quang Ninh province issues ticket prices.
In order to exploit the tourism potential to the fullest and create unique and classy tourism products, Quang Ninh province has been implementing a sustainable tourism development strategy. This strategy not only focuses on protecting and promoting the value of two world natural heritages - Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, but also focuses on building tourism itineraries connecting the heritage, bringing new and attractive experiences to tourists, contributing to promoting the tourism development of localities in the province such as Cam Pha, Van Don, Co To and neighboring areas.
The journey to explore Bai Tu Long Bay is designed with 5 unique sea routes. Journey BTL1, starting from Ao Tien Port, visitors will admire the wild beauty of Tay Hoi Island, the uniqueness of Lucky Cat Island, the peaceful beauty of Ban Sen Island and explore Nha Tro Cave with magical stalactites. Each destination is a beautiful natural picture, bringing unforgettable impressions. Journey BTL2 leads visitors through Phat Co Cave, where historical stories are recorded, pearl farming area (Dark Stone Island) with sparkling pearls, Lao Vong culvert, Du Island (Du Island) and Minh Chau Island. This journey opens the door to explore the mysteries of the ocean, from majestic caves to peaceful fishing villages.
Many itineraries are carefully invested to serve the needs of tourists.
BTL3 journey gives visitors the opportunity to explore Lao Vong fishing village, where the traditional cultural features of coastal people are preserved, the large Tra Ngo island with its wild beauty and Thien Nga island with its unique shape. This journey helps visitors experience the life of coastal people and immerse themselves in the beautiful nature. BTL4 and BTL5 journeys allow visitors to explore Cai De area, Tra Than lagoon (large Tra Ngo island), Cai Lim beach and Mang Ha overnight anchorage. These destinations give visitors the opportunity to fully enjoy the wild beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay, from clear blue beaches to majestic limestone islands.
This is a strategic and far-sighted move, gradually shaping a comprehensive and sustainable tourism development space for Bai Tu Long Bay and Van Don district.
In addition, there are 2 itineraries connecting Ha Long Bay and Bai Tu Long Bay, expanding the scope of exploration for tourists: the VHL-BTL1 itinerary connects attractions in Ha Long Bay (VHL4) with destinations in Van Don such as Thang Loi Island, Ngoc Vung Island, Quan Lan Island and Minh Chau Island. This itinerary gives tourists the opportunity to explore the beauty of both world natural heritages. The VHL-BTL2 itinerary connects attractions in Ha Long Bay (VHL4) with Ban Sen Island and Nha Tro Cave in Van Don. This itinerary focuses on exploring the wild and mysterious beauty of Bai Tu Long Bay.
The opening of tourist itineraries and tours to Bai Tu Long Bay marks an important step forward, opening a new chapter for the exploitation and development of tourism products on the bay. This is a strategic step, gradually shaping the space for developing tourism products in Bai Tu Long Bay - Van Don, and is the premise for the formation of typical tourism products of Van Don.
