Vietnam calls: MakeMyTrip brings sun group magic to India

NASDAQ-listed travel platform MakeMyTrip has entered into a strategic alliance with Vietnam’s Sun Hospitality & Entertainment Group, aiming to capitalise on the growing influx of Indian travellers to Vietnam. The partnership will allow MakeMyTrip to offer curated itineraries that combine Sun Group’s resorts, hotels, theme parks, and tourist attractions, delivering immersive and seamless holiday experiences.

Indian tourist arrivals in Vietnam have grown sharply in recent years, from 1,69,000 in 2019 to 3,92,000 in 2023, followed by 5,01,000 in 2024 and 3,37,000 in the first half of 2025. Factors driving this trend include direct flight connectivity from major Indian cities, simplified e-visa policies, and Vietnam’s rich cultural, leisure, and adventure offerings. Popular destinations like Da Nang have seen over 151,000 Indian visitors in the first nine months of 2024 alone.

Tran Nguyen, Deputy General Director of Sun Group, said, “India is among Vietnam’s fastest-growing source markets. Through our association with MakeMyTrip, we aim to showcase Sun Group’s world-class resorts, theme parks, and attractions, positioning Vietnam as a high-quality, experiential destination for Indian travellers.”

Jasmeet Singh, Chief Commercial Officer, Holidays & Experiences at MakeMyTrip, added, “This alliance enables us to bring the best of Vietnam’s hotels, resorts, and attractions into our itineraries, offering Indian tourists hassle-free, enriching holiday experiences.”

Sun Group operates eight theme parks and 15 resorts across Vietnam. Through this collaboration, Indian travellers will benefit from tailor-made travel packages, convenient bookings, high-quality accommodation, and curated experiences that cater to diverse preferences and budgets.

This strategic partnership underscores Vietnam’s rising appeal among Indian travellers and highlights the role of industry collaboration in creating premium, experiential tourism opportunities. It positions both MakeMyTrip and Sun Group to leverage a booming market while delivering memorable travel experiences.