Top Vietnam Nature and Wildlife Tours - page 3

Cruising along the Thu Bon River and releasing a Chinese lantern has become a classic Hoi An experience. Avoid missing out by booking ahead, and securing your place on a private lantern cruise, for a maximum group of 12 people. You’ll cruise past the riverside sights of Hoi An’s lively old town, and release a lotus lantern on the river as you wish for good fortune.

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.

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.

Navigating Hanoi’s busy streets on your own can be challenging, but on this food walking tour, you just need to follow your guide to tasty spots. Although the itinerary may change, possible tastings on include rice noodle soup with beef, snails, steamed pancakes, Vietnamese sandwiches and various kinds of donuts. You’ll also enjoy lunch or dinner at a restaurant, depending on the departure time you choose.

Enjoy a hassle-free arrival with this Hanoi airport private arrival transfer. Meet your friendly driver when your plane touches down and avoid the headache of navigating a new city. Your professional driver will be waiting with a personalized signboard to whisk you off to your hotel of choice.

Travelers who love the outdoors will enjoy this two-day hiking tour in the Sapa area from Hanoi. Experience some of the most beautiful landscapes in northern Vietnam: terraced fields, mountains, and small villages. Spend the night in a bungalow in a hill tribe village, Ta Van, where you can learn more about rural Vietnamese life and culture.

Make your arrival or departure from Hanoi smooth and hassle free with this fast-track VIP service at Noi Bai International Airport. On arrival, the expert staff helps you navigate the visa procedure, passport control, baggage claim, and customs, without waiting in long lines. On departure, you’ll receive help at the check-in counter, security checkpoints, and passport control, while again avoiding long waits.

Unlike a large-group tour, this experience takes you on a private journey so you can enjoy the Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge without any hassle. Take the cable car ride to the top and begin marveling at the lush gardens, intricate pagodas, and the Golden Bridge. Discover Marble Mountain's caves, each with its own unique charm and history. Explore the cool interiors adorned with jungle plants and moss-covered walls.

To truly appreciate the surreal seascapes of Ha Long Bay, it pays to spend a night on the water. These overnight cruises, available as 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star experiences, hit all the classic highlights: Titop Island, Surprise Cave (Hang Sun Sot), a kayak trip or bamboo boat ride, a sunset party, and a cooking class. All include four delicious meals and round-trip transfers from hotels in the Hanoi Old Quarter area.

Enjoy an overview of Ho Chi Minh City without getting sore feet on this private tour in a jeep. Go beyond the guidebook as you learn about the city's history and heritage from your guide. Take in highlights including the Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, Emperor Jade Pagoda and more. Perfect for travelers new to Ho Chi Minh City who want to do as much sightseeing as possible.

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.

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.

Visit three top attractions in one day on this Marble Mountain, Am Phu Cave, and Monkey Mountain group tour. Enjoy hotel pickup from Hoi An and travel by air-conditioned vehicle. Explore the cave and carvings at Marble Mountain; learn about Buddhism at Am Phu Cave; and see the largest Lady Buddha statue in Vietnam at Monkey Mountain, with an English speaking guide providing commentary.

Skip the lines and the hassle with this book-ahead service that includes water puppet show entrance tickets and delivery to your Hanoi hotel. Choose from several showtimes to fit your travel schedule and wait for tickets to be delivered to you. Arrive at the theater 15 minutes before showtime and prepare to experience one of Vietnam's most memorable traditional art forms live on stage.

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.

Travelers short on time in Northern Vietnam can experience one of the region’s finest landscapes on an easy day tour of Halong Bay that includes port transfers. Sail peacefully through the UNESCO-listed bay, admiring the forested limestone mountains, cliffs, and outcrops along the way. Indulge in a tasty Vietnamese lunch and learn more about the area’s biological importance from your private guide.

It takes a local to navigate the Old Quarter’s warren of back streets and identify the best street food. On this walking tour, your foodie guide will introduce you to at least seven separate Vietnamese dishes and drinks—from egg coffee and “banh mi” sandwiches through to fresh beer and noodle soup—as they explain Hanoi’s food culture and ingredients. They’ll even collect you from your Old Quarter hotel.

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.

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.

Combine cuisine, culture, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) all in one experience on this half-day cooking class in Hanoi. Learn to cook Vietnamese dishes in a local villa while supporting meaningful CSR programs. Visit a vibrant market, enjoy an eco-friendly setup, and benefit from hotel pickup and drop-off within Hanoi’s Old Quarter. This hands-on class offers cultural stories, fresh ingredients, and a full Vietnamese meal.

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.

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.

Swap the urban bustle of Ho Chi Minh City for the laid-back landscapes of the Mekong Delta on a day trip that makes exploring the vast network of canals and channels a breeze. You'll float past verdant fields, stop at a village to taste local specialties, listen to Vietnamese folk music, and savor a delicious Vietnamese meal—and then head back to city life.

Learn to cook like a local during this lesson in Hanoi. After meeting up with an informative instructor in the historic Old Quarter, head to the city’s largest market and learn about the basics of Vietnamese cooking. Pick the best produce and spices, then cook several authentic dishes. Afterward, enjoy your creations while sipping complimentary rice wine.