Con Dao, Tay Ninh in the country or Italy, India are destinations where Vietnamese tourists are willing to spend money on trips to experience culture combined with worship, seeking peace.
Many travel agencies consider spiritual tourism to be a type of tourism that many Vietnamese tourists prefer. Spiritual tourism is not simply about rituals and worship; it is also a journey of cultural discovery and search for peace. Below are the spiritual tourism itineraries that Vietnamese tourists love, both at home and abroad.
Con Dao
According to Ms. Tran Thi Bao Thu, Director of Marketing and Communications Department of Vietlux Travel Company, spiritual tourism is a typical and famous product in Vietnam. Con Dao, especially for domestic tourists. With tours focusing on spiritual tourism, the main activities are worshiping at temples, pagodas, and cemeteries. The most popular places for tourists to visit are Co Sau's tomb and Hang Duong cemetery, Nui Mot pagoda, and Ba Phi Yen temple.
Tours to Con Dao cost from 5 to 10 million VND, depending on accommodation services, duration, and tour type. Ms. Thu said that guests choosing spiritual tourism often do not spend much time or money on activities such as accommodation and shopping. Market north Contribute a large number of visitors with high spiritual tourism needs.
Tay Ninh
Mrs. Thu commented Tay Ninh is a long-standing spiritual tourist destination in the East and Southwest regions. Tourists spend about two days visiting destinations such as Tay Ninh Holy See, Ba Den Mountain and enjoying the region's famous specialties. Because this destination is quite close and convenient for road transportation, most southern tourists can travel on their own.
According to Mr. Bui Thanh Tu, Marketing Director of Best Price, Tay Ninh is also the top choice for Northern tourists because of its combination of unique spiritual experiences and natural beauty. Tourists often choose Tay Ninh tours at the beginning of the year to enjoy spring and pray for peace.
Spring trip to the North
The domestic spiritual tourism season usually takes place at the beginning and end of the year, with the beginning of the year accounting for about 70% of the total number of visitors, according to Best Price. Especially after the Lunar New Year, people often go to temples and pagodas to pray for peace, health and luck in the new year.
The company representative said that Huong Pagoda is a favorite tourist destination, famous for its sacred space and many traditional rituals. Although it is easy to get to and close to the center of Hanoi, the company still receives many requests from large groups to ensure careful preparation and professional tour guides.
On the 5th day of Tet (February 14), about 40,000 visitors from all over the country came to Huong Pagoda to attend the festival, creating a scene of boats packed on the 4km long Yen River.
According to Mr. Tu, spring tourists and pagoda visitors in the north also like places like Bai Dinh Pagoda in Ninh Binh or Ha Nam - places with many attractive historical relics.
India
Pilgrimage tours to India usually depart from October to March when the weather is cool, with prices ranging from 20-30 million VND. The journey takes visitors to visit Buddhist relics, attend prayers at temples and visit historical sites such as the Taj Mahal or Jaipur Palace.
Deputy General Director Pham Anh Vu of Viet Tourism Media Joint Stock Company said some of the places Vietnamese tourists like on the tour are Bodh Gaya - where Buddha attained enlightenment; Deer Park - where Buddha gave his first sermon; Varanasi - the sacred city of India with many famous temples and pagodas; Kushinagar - where Buddha entered nirvana.
"Indian pilgrimage tours attract tourists because they have many destinations related to Buddhism, in addition to interesting experiences about Indian culture and cuisine," said Mr. Vu. The guides leading Indian pilgrimage tours are often knowledgeable about Buddhism and history to bring the best experience to customers. In addition, the cuisine is also adjusted to suit Vietnamese tastes.
Tibet
For about 50-70 million VND, tourists buy a pilgrimage tour to Tibet - one of the top spiritual tourist destinations, according to Viet Travel. Tourists like to go to Tibet to feel the serenity, peace, and participate in religious festivals.
Tibet pilgrimages typically last 8-14 days, focusing on sacred sites such as Jokhang Temple and Potala Palace. Interspersed with gentle trekking and nature viewing programs.
However, tourists should consider health issues when participating in pilgrimage tours in Tibet due to the large difference in altitude. When organizing, the company must arrange specialized, experienced tour guides to ensure the safety of participants. In some cases, they also arrange special services such as accompanying doctors.
Italy
One of the most special experiences on the Italy tour is attending mass at the Vatican and meeting the Pope. The Vatican is the smallest country in the world with an area of 0.44 km2 and is located in the heart of the Italian capital Rome. A representative of Viet Tourism said many guests shared that they were "very moved at the moment the Pope gave his blessing".
The experience of meeting the Pope is often included in European tours, priced at around 70-90 million VND. During the three days in Rome, tourists can also visit other famous places such as St. Peter's Square, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica, Colosseum, Trevi Fountain.
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