Nguyen Huu Cuong, General Director of Trang An Travel—a company with over a decade of experience taking Vietnamese tourists to Russia—stated that Russia holds a "special appeal" for Vietnamese travelers thanks to its rich culture, history, and vast natural landscapes. The maintenance of direct flights and the friendly diplomatic relations between the two nations serve as key "soft" factors that keep Russia a top priority for Vietnamese tourists.

 

Currently, approximately 15,000 Vietnamese tourists visit Russia annually. Conversely, according to the General Statistics Office, Vietnam welcomed about 1.13 million Russian visitors in the first nine months of 2026, an increase of over 160% compared to the same period the previous year. Russia is currently Vietnam's third-largest source market for tourists and the leading market from Europe.

 

Russia is actively promoting tourism in Southeast Asia through the "Discover Russia" program, aiming to attract more visitors from the region.

 

Popular tours to Russia currently start at 55 million VND for a 7-day, 6-night itinerary covering Moscow and Saint Petersburg, featuring visits to iconic landmarks such as Red Square, the Kremlin, and the Winter Palace.