Top Southern Vietnam Day Trips - page 3

Go behind the scenes in Vietnam's Mekong Delta in a way you couldn’t independently on this guided group day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Leaving the main tourist trail, you'll go off-grid to discover local life—wander along country lanes, visit a temple, cruise along in a sampan boat, and more, all as you learn tales of delta culture and history from your guide.

Travelers interested in 20th-century Vietnamese military history will enjoy this private tour of the Long Tan Battlefield from Ho Chi Minh City. Learn more about the history of this place, the site of an important battle in 1966. Long Tan is of particular interest to visitors from Australia and New Zealand, as soldiers from these countries fought here.

Start your day with hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City and a scenic drive to Tay Ninh Province. Visit Black Virgin Mountain (Ba Den), a renowned spiritual and natural site. Stroll through its lush surroundings or take an optional cable car to the summit for panoramic views (ticket not included; prepay with us to skip queues). Enjoy a local lunch, then head to the colorful Cao Dai Temple, where your guide will share insights into this unique religion blending multiple faiths. Additional note: Guests not joining the Cu Chi visit will be transferred to another vehicle for the return to Ho Chi Minh City. Continue to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about Vietnam’s wartime history before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening. Please note: The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted to suit weather conditions, traffic, or guest preferences.

Choose either morning or afternoon for this private tour to Ta Cu Mountain and Phan Thiet City, depending on what works for you and your group. You’ll be able to go at your own pace on this tour, where you’ll have your own private guide and driver. Visit Ta Cu Mountain, take the cable car, check out Phan Thiet Harbor, the sleeping Buddha, a dragon fruit farm, and more.

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels in style or on a budget, and visit a less-touristy area of the tunnel network, on this day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Duco. Learn how Viet Cong forces used the tunnels for food storage, living quarters, and a hospital during the Vietnam War. Choose from small-group bus tour or upgrade for a luxurious ride in a limousine bus with lunch. Private upgrades also available.

The Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta are two of the most popular day trip destinations from Ho Chi Minh City. This tour visits both, starting with a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, which were used by the Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam war. After lunch, transfer to My Tho and set sail on a cruise around the Mekong Delta. Along the way, explore Dragon and Unicorn islands, visit local villages, and sample homemade coconut candies.

This small-group tour packs Vietnamese history, culture, and scenery into one adventurous day. After easy pickup from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City’s District 1, you’ll explore the Củ Chi tunnels—used for underground passage during the Vietnam War—and venture to My Tho, a gorgeous city on the historic Mekong River, for a traditional boat ride. Picture rice paddies, coconut farms, tropical gardens, floating markets, and more.

With just one day to explore, there’s no reason you can’t experience the best of Phu Quoc, north and south. This private tour makes it easy: Picked up from your hotel, you’ll start on the island’s south end, touring a pearl farm, Ho Quoc Pagoda, and more. On the north end, you’ll explore Phu Quoc National Park, Tranh Stream waterfall, and a half-dozen other highlights, ensuring you see it all.

Experience two of southern Vietnam’s highlights on an easy small-group day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Travelers short on time can see and do a lot in just one day. Learn about Vietnamese history at the Cu Chi Tunnels, and even try squeezing through them yourself. Check out the amazing ecosystem and witness local life in the Mekong Delta on a boat ride through the delta’s canals.

Vietnam is world-famous for its street food, but knowing where to find the best local flavors can be overwhelming. Join a local guide for an evening discovering the dishes, traditions, and stories that make Ho Chi Minh City one of Asia's most exciting food destinations. Explore beyond the tourist trail as you visit hidden neighborhood eateries and street food stalls loved by locals. Sample authentic southern Vietnamese specialties, learn how generations of Chinese migration have influenced Saigon's unique culinary identity, and gain insight into everyday life through the city's food culture.

Take a break from Ho Chi Minh City on this convenient day trip that combines two nearby attractions: the Cu Chi Tunnels and a boat ride along the Mekong River. Explore by both land and the water, and learn about the Vietnam War from your guide. Choose from different tour group sizes to fit your budget.

The Mekong Delta My Tho and Ben Tre Luxury Group Tour/Private Tour is a unique journey that blends comfort with authentic local experiences in Vietnam’s most fertile region. Unlike standard tours, this experience is designed for travelers seeking both relaxation and cultural discovery. Cruise along the Mekong River on a stylish boat and admire the scenic beauty of lush coconut palms, stilted houses, and floating life. Explore tranquil canals by traditional sampan, visit family-run workshops for coconut candy, honey tea, and handicrafts, and enjoy fresh tropical fruits with traditional folk music. A highlight is cycling or taking an electric car through quiet village paths, offering a glimpse into rural life untouched by time. Guests savor a delicious Vietnamese lunch in a riverside restaurant, making the day both flavorful and memorable. With the option of a small luxury group or private tour, this experience ensures personalized attention, comfort, and a deeper

Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network used during the American-Vietnam War, without having to book transport, entrance, and a guide to take you through the tunnels separately on this convenient tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Step back in time as you peek into the old storage areas, poke your head through camouflaged trapdoors, and crawl through military supply tunnels.

No visit to Ho Chi Minh City is complete without checking off My Tho and Ben Tre, a cultural city on the banks of the Mekong Delta. Ideal for visitors looking to escape the bustle of the Vietnamese capital, this excursion includes a ride on the Tien River and a tour of islands famed for products such as honey and rice wine. A Vietnamese lunch and hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Explore the Mekong Delta, Cu Chi Tunnels, and Coconut Village on this group day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy a boat trip along the Mekong, a guided tour of the underground tunnels where you can crawl through them, and a combined ride on motorboat, rowing boat, tuk tuk, or electric car through the coconut village. Lunch, water, coconut juice, and round-trip transport are included for a seamless experience.

Benefit from a Ho Chi Minh City food tour that is paired with sightseeing by motorbike for the ultimate half-day combo tour of this important city in southern Vietnam. Observe daily life as your driver-guide zips through the streets while you ride as a passenger on the motorbike. Stop at popular local eateries and sample enough dishes to make up a meal, including delicious appetizers, mains, and dessert.

Experience the highlights of Southern Phu Quoc, without having to plan a complex itinerary, on this jam-packed sightseeing group day tour. From beautiful beaches to historic pagodas, cable cars, a water park, and a visit to a pearl farm, this guided adventure is perfect for first-time visitors looking to maximize their time on the island and visit top attractions in one day.

The street food choices of Ho Chi Minh City can be astounding—and overwhelming. A personal guide makes the decisions and communications easier on this evening walking tour. After a convenient hotel pickup by taxi, savor a menu of delicious dishes washed down with beer and homemade Vietnamese rice wine.

Eat your way through Ho Chi Minh City’s street food scene on this half-day tasting tour, dedicated to local favorites that many culinary tours overlook. Drop in on hole-in-the-wall restaurants, where vendors have spent decades perfecting small but tasty menus. Enjoy eight tastings, including freshly made banh mi, sugar cane drink and sweet soup dessert.

Get the most from a spare day in Ho Chi Minh City by combining two local must-sees into one trip, without spending hours organizing your own transport. With this small-group tour, visit the Viet Cong’s Cu Chi Tunnels to learn how they were used in the Vietnam War. Then, explore the Mekong Delta’s farms, islands, and villages; with boat rides, orchard and coconut workshop visits, and more, before your return.

Discover the Mekong Delta with a personalized private tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Travel by private vehicle to the Delta, then transfer to a small boat that takes you to attractions such as Vinh Trang Pagoda, and local businesses that produce coconut candies, honey, and other goods. Sample freshly harvested tropical fruits, and take a rowboat tour of the narrowest canals to see daily life in the waterside villages.

Discover the local culture along the Mekong Delta during this full-day excursion from Ho Chi Minh City. Take a boat cruise along the Mekong River to the Cai Be Floating Market, visit a craft village, see fruit orchards, and explore the delta by bike and kayak. You also take part in a cooking class to prepare your own Vietnamese lunch.

Head to the Mekong Delta on this group day tour, where all the details are organized for you, so you can just enjoy the scenery. Get out of busy Ho Chi Minh city and head to My Tho. Cruise the Mekong on a sampan passing and visiting islands along the way. Your guide takes you to a honey farm, coconut candy workshop, and to a local restaurant for an included lunch- places you might not find on your own.

See Ho Chi Minh City’s main highlights in just one day without having to worry about how to get around from the cruise port with help from this Ho Chi Minh City Private Shore Excursion Experience. A private guide leads your private group around the city to see the Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, Ho Chi Minh City Opera House, and Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral after enjoying a delicious Vietnamese lunch. Plus, your guide provides commentary as you explore.