Introducing the tourism potential and strengths of the Far East (Russia Federation), Malinovskii Roman, Vice President of the Asia-Europe Business Association, informed that the city of Irkutsk, located in the southeastern part of Russia, founded in the 17th century, boasts numerous UNESCO-recognized World Heritage sites. Particularly, 60 kilometers away from the city center lies Lake Baikal, considered the largest freshwater lake in the world, renowned for its stunning natural scenery and unique cultural features, making it an ideal destination for international tourists.
To attract Vietnamese tourists to this region, the Russian airline IrAero has initiated direct international flights from Irkutsk (Russia) to Hanoi (Vietnam) with a frequency of two flights per week, offering great convenience for travelers to explore the natural beauty and culture of the area.
During the meeting, Hanoi’s tourism businesses showcased their potential and strengths in developing tours and discussed methods of exchanging tourists between the two countries, Vietnam and Russia. At the same time, they also highlighted challenges and obstacles regarding service quality and immigration procedures when bringing Vietnamese tourists to Irkutsk for tourism.
According to the Hanoi Department of Tourism, among Vietnamese tourists choosing Russia as their destination, over 50% are from Hanoi. Hanoi has also signed a cooperation agreement with Moscow (Russia), organizing a Vietnamese Goods Fair in Moscow.
It is anticipated that in September 2024, the Moscow Day event will be held in Hanoi, providing an opportunity for tourism businesses in the Far East to promote and connect tourism tours to Irkutsk with Vietnamese partners.
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