Top Southern Vietnam Outdoor Activities - page 2

With this private tour of the Mekong Delta, you’ll get to explore this storied region away from the crowds. Picked up from your Ho Chi Minh City hotel, you’ll soon be off exploring My Tho, Ben Tre, and beyond. You’ll float along the Mekong River, visit a coconut-candy factory and bee farm, catch traditional live music, and more for a full-day VIP experience in Vietnam’s colorful south.

Just one hour from Ho Chi Minh City, a perfect escape into nature. Discover the UNESCO-listed mangrove forest, meet hundreds of playful monkeys on Monkey Island, and learn about Vietnam’s wartime history at Rung Sac Guerrilla Base. Enjoy a scenic boat ride through peaceful canals. This tour combines adventure, wildlife, culture, and relaxation all in one unforgettable day. Ideal for nature lovers and curious travelers alike, this is must do experience to explore the hidden gem of Southern Vietnam. Book now for a refreshing getaway!

If you only have a day to explore the Mekong Delta, this to-the-point tour hits all the highlights, with transfers from select central hotels. Skip the stress of planning and negotiation and relax as you tour the important Vinh Trang Pagoda, explore My Tho city's scenic islets by boat, listen to a concert of traditional folk music, and enjoy lunch in an orchard. You'll also discover local crafts and workshops.

Avoid the stress of coordinating multiple transport modes, scattered stops, and rural navigation while staying in busy Ho Chi Minh City. This small-group journey carries you into the Mekong Delta with cycling, kayaking, boat rides, and local workshops all smoothly connected in one route. Travel through villages, rivers, and farms without planning friction while focusing on hands-on cultural experiences and regional flavors.

Experience two of the most popular activities in Ho Chi Minh on one convenient tour. Travel to Cu Chu tunnels, an elaborate network of underground passages used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Learn about the importance of the tunnels and the role they played in history. After lunch (included), take a river cruise on the Mekong Delta where you can admire the scenery and interact with locals.

Discover Ho Chi Minh City in style with a private tour in an iconic American Jeep. This unique journey starts at the Independence Palace, a symbol of Vietnam's reunification, followed by the stunning Saigon Central Post Office, showcasing French colonial architecture. Visit the tranquil Jade Emperor Pagoda, known for its intricate carvings and spiritual ambiance, and explore the exquisite craftsmanship at the Dai Viet Lacquerware Factory. The tour also includes a stop at the War Remnants Museum, where you can learn about Vietnam's history through powerful exhibits. Enjoy a scenic drive with photo stops at bustling Nguyen Hue Street, historic Dong Khoi Street, and the modern Bitexco Financial Tower. Capture memories at the legendary Rex Hotel, the majestic Saigon People’s Committee building, and the symbolic Ba Son Bridge. Additionally, pass by the site of the Former U.S. Embassy, rich with historical significance. This Jeep tour offers an immersive and comprehensive glimpse of HCMC.

This is the real street-food tour of Saigon. You’ll strap on your helmet and hit the streets by motorbike, just like the locals do, scouting the city for truly fresh flavor. Stopping in some of the city’s most diverse districts, you’ll sit down to banh mi, bun bo, banh xeo, Vietnamese barbecue, and more. Those words might not mean much now, but your tastebuds will absolutely remember them.

At night, Ho Chi Minh City comes to life. Experience the Vietnamese capital at it best during a evening food and culture tour, which provides a perfect introduction to first-time visitors. You’ll explore on the back of your guide’s scooter and stray from the tourist trail at street food stalls that offer classic Vietnamese dishes. Plus, convenient hotel pickup and drop-off ensure you won’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

Skip long road transfers and reach the Cu Chi Tunnels faster by luxury speedboat, making the most of your time outside Ho Chi Minh City. This experience combines efficient travel with historical insight, helping you understand the tunnels’ role in Vietnam’s history while enjoying a comfortable, well-paced journey with meals and seamless logistics included.

With a whopping 5 million scooters, Ho Chi Minh City has almost as many mopeds as it does people. Feel like a local as you explore Vietnam’s capital on the city’s most popular form of transport during a private scooter tour that provides a comprehensive overview for first-time visitors. You’ll be able to customize your itinerary to suit your preferences and avoid sitting in traffic jams.

Meet your guide at your accommodation at 1PM or 5:30 PM and set off right away on the back of a motorcycle. Get ready to experience the insane Vietnam traffic with 9 recommended vegan dishes in this list: - "Bún Bò": World's famous Saigon noodles soup customized for Vegan - "Chuối Nướng": Local grilled bananas with creamy coconut milk. - "Dừa Tắc": Coconut juice mixed with kumquat jam Coming over District 10 then going off-the-beaten-path and diving into Saigon’s deep-rooted culture. Visit a true maze of the biggest wholesale flower market and a local market inside to have an authentic local experience in hidden alleys by grilling banana crispy crackers and local hangouts that you should not miss out on - "Gỏi Cuốn": Fresh spring rolls dipping soybean paste sauce - "Gỏi Sen": Lotus salad mixed with fried and fresh tofu and Vegan fish sauce - "Bánh Mì”: One of the most common street-food dishes that Vietnamese can eat it everyday - "Chè Mâm": Vietnamese sweet soup as dessert

Try all the famous foods in Ho Chi Minh city, plus some you might not discover on your own with this private walking tour at night. Your guide will drive you on a scooter from place to place, visiting markets and different vendors offering delights like Vietnamese coffee, banh me, and beef noodle soup for a full range of Vietnamese flavors.

Get the perfect introduction to Saigon on this half-day guided tour. Zip through the traffic on the back of a motorbike with our friendly tour guide and excellent drivers. WHY BOOK WITH US : ⭐ Your safety is our first priority! You will be driven by good and safe drivers with Scooter Accident Insurance (up to 5000$). ⭐ Option for FOOD AND SIGHTSEEING is also available. ⭐ We are Saigon Adventure - Top #1 on all OTAs. **The Highlights: - Saigon Cathedral - Central Post Office - Walking Street & Apartment Cafes - Opera House - City Hall - Pass by the War Museum and Reunification Palace **The Unseen: - Thich Quang Duc Monument: a touching story about the monk who set himself on fire during Vietnam War. - Local markets. - Nguyen Thien Thuat Oldest Apartment: learn about our rich history and see the real life of locals. - We’ll take you through China Town, stop at a colorful Flower Market & Cambodian Market with a cold drink and snack included. - Visit a breathtaking yet hidden pagoda

Venture into the stunning landscapes of Vietnam's southernmost region on this day trip to My Tho in the Mekong Delta. Tour the incredible delta, which is often referred to as the rice bowl of the nation, and learn about local cultures and traditions as you make your way to various villages and the Ben Tre islands. See how the locals live, sample regional products, and tuck into a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.

The tour includes many interesting activities to help you both understand more about the unique indigenous culture and have a chance to interact with the local people.

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.

Explore Saigon (or Ho Chi Minh City) like a local on this half-day guided adventure. After a convenient morning or afternoon hotel pickup, check out bustling market, a historic temple, and one of the oldest cafes in town for a delicious cup of traditional coffee. Then head to an authentic local restaurant and fill your belly with a complimentary noodle lunch.

Visiting the Mekong Delta on an independent day trip from Ho Chi Minh may mean you spend more time planning than actually experiencing the region. This full-day private trip lets you get the best from your day: by combining cycling and kayaking with opportunities to encounter local life. Paddle a kayak, cycle around orchards and farms to see and meet locals, and cruise around the Cai Be floating market to learn about life on the delta.

Discover the non-touristy side of the Mekong Delta on this full-day guided tour with a small group. Enjoy pickup from your Ho Chi Minh hotel and travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Ben Tre. Travel by boat along the Mekong River, visit a brick factory and a coconut farm, ride a bike through the countryside, and enjoy lunch at a local home.

Part street-food tour, part classic Vespa adventure, part nightlife experience, this tour offers a little bit of everything. Traveling on the back of a vintage Vespa, you’ll follow your guide from hole-in-the-wall coffee shop to fantastic restaurant to live music bar, Saigon’s landmarks whizzing by. You’ll taste banh xeo, banh khot, and more, going well beyond the proverbial bowl of pho.

Get a difference perspective on Ho Chi Minh City with this tour that takes you by speedboat Cu Chi, a vast tunnel network built by guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. Learn about the war from the Vietnamese perspective and see authentic war relics that remain on-site. Travel with a small group limited to 14 people for a more personalized experience.

Make the most of limited time in southern Vietnam by combining two major experiences in one seamless day. This tour eliminates the hassle of planning separate trips, pairing the historic Cu Chi Tunnels with the Mekong Delta’s cultural highlights. Travel efficiently between sites while enjoying local food and hands-on activities, so you can experience more without the stress of coordinating logistics

History enthusiasts will love this visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels from Ho Chi Minh City. Your mode of transportation will be a speed boat, so you’ll save time by not having to wait in road traffic. Enjoy the views and refreshing breezes from the boat. After visiting the maze of underground tunnels, you can choose to be dropped at the informative War Remnants Museum or the Ben Thanh Market, to continue to explore.

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.