Top Vietnam Culture - page 3

Explore Ninh Binh by car, boat, motorbike and on foot on this small group guided day tour. Enjoy a boat ride through the stunning limestone karst landscape of Tam Coc. After lunch at a local home-restaurant, ride on the back of a motorcycle through the countryside to Mua Caves, where you can hike to the top, and Hoa Lu, the ancient capital of Vietnam. Afterwards, explore the Bich Dong Pagoda before returning to Hanoi.

Discover the UNESCO-listed monuments of historic Hue at a relaxed pace on a small-group tour that’s ideal for first-time visitors. You’ll travel by van, on foot, and on a traditional dragon boat to see the city from three different perspectives, while you enjoy personalized attention in an intimate group limited to 12 people.

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.

With just one day, you can experience the beauty of UNESCO-listed Ha Long Bay. Enjoy pickup from Hanoi Old Quarter and travel by bus to the bay. Admire the views as you cruise around the scenic bay. Explore Suong Sot Cave, climb to the top of Ti Top Island for sweeping views, and enjoy a kayak or bamboo boat ride. Includes a buffet lunch and sunset party onboard.

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Make the most of your time in Hue on a guided day tour of the city’s historic highlights. This small-group tour (max. 13) includes hotel pickup in Da Nang city center. Learn about ancient and modern Vietnamese history and culture from your local guide. Tour the large Hue Citadel on foot and admire the many temples, pagodas, and decorated gates around the city. Not recommended for children under 5 years old.

On a cruise around the picturesque Halong Bay, discover hidden gems and favorite local spots as you enjoy the luxury experience of being on board a top class vessel. Visit Sung Sot Cave, and spend time on land trekking on Titop Island. Swim in crystal clear waters and bask in the sun on white, unspoilt beaches. Take a Thai cooking class, or fish for squid.

Experience the best of the Mekong Delta on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City, and explore the distinctive delta landscape by motorized river boat and row boat. You’ll visit a traditional temple, canal island, and local home along the way, then stop in a restaurant for a delta-style lunch. Your tour includes all transport, activities, entrance fees, lunch, and snacks, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off in central Ho Chi Minh City.

Make your Vietnam departure worry-free with reliable, private transport from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle. Pick-up times are offered throughout the day—simply confirm your flight and desired pickup time with your driver one day prior to departure, and relax knowing your travels will go smoothly from step one.

Gain a unique insight into the culture of Hoi An on a tour that takes in the Marble Mountain and its Buddhist monuments, statues, and sacred places. See the caves of Water Mountain, and walk the streets of Hoi An like a local, learning about the history of the city and its customs. Walk by the Hoai River, and see colorful boats floating by, and lanterns hanging in the streets.

Discover a side of Vietnam’s history that few first-time visitors know about on a day trip to the Long Tan battlefield from Ho Chi Minh City. Ideal for history buffs and Australian travelers, this tour takes you to the only Australian military base from the Vietnam War and gives you the chance to pay your respect to fallen soldiers at the Long Tan memorial.

Discover the beauty of Halong Bay on this day trip from Hanoi, ideal for visitors with limited time. Cruise around Halong Bay with lunch onboard, then explore Surprise Cave by bamboo boat or paddle around by kayak. Relax or enjoy a swim at Titop Island, or hike to a vista point for sweeping views. Enjoy afternoon tea and watch the sunset over the scenic bay before returning to Hanoi.

With thousands of years of history and entrenched in a clash of cultures, this private half-day tour lets you explore Hanoi with a local guide. Travel from traditional pagodas to bustling markets and serene lakes, going beyond guidebooks into hidden corners. See Hanoi Old Quarter's 2,000-year history, snap photos of French colonial architecture, and experience the thrill of Train Street—a must-do when visiting Hanoi.

Book this hassle-free, private tour to head out to the Cu Chi Tunnels from Ho Chi Minh. There are a few options for flexibility. Choose a limo serving beer and snacks, or a private van- whichever sounds best to you. You also have the option to visit either Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc Tunnels. Learn about their purpose in the war and how they were used by Viet Cong soldiers.

Venture underground to explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels on this half-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City, including hotel pick-up. Learn about life in Vietnam during the American war as you see bomb craters, an American army tank and booby traps, and have a go at firing an AK47 (optional). Then, tour the fascinating tunnel network, which spans more than 250km underground and included war bunkers, command centers and weapons stores. Don’t forget to take a photo of yourself peeking out of one of the camouflaged trap doors!

The rural villages, tiny islands, and lush rice paddies of the Mekong Delta lie just over an hour’s drive from Ho Chi Minh City. On this tour, set sail along the Mekong aboard a traditional sampan and experience local life on Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise islands. Along the way, sample delicious Vietnamese food, hear traditional folk music, visit a bee-keeping farm and coconut mill, and explore tropical fruit plantations.

If you’ve only got limited time in Vietnam’s second city, opt for a half-day tour that provides a comprehensive introduction to Ho Chi Minh City. Ideal for first-time visitors, this tour transports you between highlights such as Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, and Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica in air-conditioned comfort, and gives you the choice of a morning or afternoon departure depending on your schedule.

One of the best day trips out of Ho Chi Minh City is Mui Ne, a palm-lined beach town with distinctly Vietnamese vibes. Avoid the hassle of driving yourself with this private tour that includes white sand dunes with Jeep rides, lakes, a traditional fishing village, a “fairy stream,” and red sand dunes for one last treat: an exquisite sunset.

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.

Experience the sprawling sand dunes of Mui Ne on this half-day tour. Alongside a private guide, visit the White Sand Dunes to watch the sunrise before heading to the Red Sand Dunes where you have the option of sandboarding (additional expense). Then, visit the Mui Ne fishing village to see how the locals live before concluding the day with a walk through the colored sands of Fairy Stream.

Join the colorful throngs of motorbikes zipping across Ho Chi Minh City on a private tour that explores the city’s traditional cuisine and night markets. Sample a series of dishes as you taste your way through the city, and see at some fascinating places along the way, including a surprising pagoda inside an apartment and the banks of the Saigon River. With a personal guide to Ho Chi Minh City’s food and flavors, try each food in context, alongside cups of beer, soft drinks, or homemade sticky rice wine.

Go beyond the well-trodden path and experience a lesser-known side of the Cu Chi Tunnels. On this half-day tour, you’ll visit Ben Duoc Tunnel—considerably bigger than the Ben Dinh tunnels—and get a realistic look at what it was like to live and hide in this underground network during the war. Break for a "wartime" snack of tapioca and tea, and if you want, try firing a gun at the shooting range (additional expense).

Explore Hanoi’s Old Quarter on a private guided walking tour with a local student guide. Get picked up at your hotel in the Old Quarter and head to Hoan Kiem Lake, Ancient House and Kim Ngan Temple. Afterwards, visit the Thang Long Water Puppet Theatre, where you can upgrade to add on a water puppet performance.

The natural wonders of Halong Bay are often enjoyed on an overnight or multi-day cruise, but it’s still possible to take in the highlights with limited time. This half-day cruise is the ideal way to experience Halong Bay in about 5.5 hours, setting out from Tuan Chau port and including a delicious lunch on board. Visit Sung Sot Cave, go kayaking at Hang Luon Cave, and enjoy swimming at Titop Island.