On March 29, Quang Ninh Province officially launched new tourism routes to Bai Tu Long Bay, setting a goal of attracting 2 million visitors this year.

A strategic step towards sustainable tourism

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Provincial leaders cut the ribbon to inaugurate the new Bai Tu Long Bay tourism routes. Photo: Pham Cong

During the opening ceremony, Nguyen Thi Hanh, Vice Chairwoman of the Quang Ninh Provincial People’s Committee, emphasized that the launch of these routes marks a crucial step in the province’s strategy for sustainable tourism development.

The newly launched tours include five exclusive Bai Tu Long Bay routes and two routes connecting with Ha Long Bay:

Bai Tu Long Bay tours:

BTL1: Ao Tien Port - Tay Hoi Island - Lucky Cat Island - Ban Sen Island - Nha Tro Cave.

BTL2: Ao Tien Port - Phat Co Cave - Pearl Farming Area (Hon Da Den) - Lao Vong Archway - Hon Dua - Minh Chau Island.

BTL3: Ao Tien Port - Lao Vong Fishing Village - Tra Ngo Island - Swan Island.

BTL4: Ao Tien Port - Cai De Area - Mang Ha Overnight Anchorage.

BTL5: Ao Tien Port - Tra Than Lagoon - Cai Lim Beach - Mang Ha Overnight Anchorage - Cai De Area.

Ha Long Bay - Bai Tu Long Bay connection routes:

VHL-BTL1: Ha Long Bay - Thang Loi Island - Ngoc Vung Island - Quan Lan Island - Minh Chau Island.

VHL-BTL2: Ha Long Bay - Ban Sen Island - Nha Tro Cave.

Promoting sustainable and high-quality tourism

The new routes aim to connect destinations and develop high-quality tourism products that appeal to international visitors while preserving the natural, historical, and cultural values of marine and island tourism.

Van Don District, known for its over 600 islands and stunning natural landscapes, is home to Bai Tu Long National Park — an ASEAN heritage park that preserves many rare and precious plant and animal gene pools, making it a prime destination for eco-tourism.

In 2024, Van Don's tourism recorded robust growth with over 1.8 million visitors and total revenue exceeding VND 2,850 billion (around $121 million). The launch of new tourism routes is expected to elevate the local tourism sector, aiming to attract 2 million visitors by 2025 and 8 million visitors by 2030.

Pham Cong