MAJOR Chinese travel agencies have suspended Vietnam tour services following the recent deadly violence targeting Chinese nationals and businesses in Vietnam.

    Ctrip.com, a major online travel service provider in China, confirmed to Xinhua on Sunday that it has encouraged clients planning to travel to Vietnam to suspend their trips.

    Those who have signed up for or have booked Vietnam journeys via the company will have all their payments refunded, the company said.

    Over the last week, the China National Tourism Administration has reposted several notices from China’s foreign affairs authorities that warned of security risks to Chinese tourists in Vietnam.

    Other major agencies, including Caissa and the China International Travel Service, have also suspended Vietnam tours.(Xinhua)