Top Ho Chi Minh City Day Trips

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.

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.

Avoid the crowds and enjoy a premium small-group experience! This VIP tour combines history, culture, and local charm with 5-star comfort. • Travel in style by Limousine or Private Car/Van ( Optional ) • Explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels • Cruise the Mekong River by motorboat & sampan • Visit a coconut candy workshop & bee farm • Enjoy traditional Vietnamese folk music • Taste tropical fruits & relax with honey tea in a peaceful garden Perfect for travelers seeking authenticity with comfort!

Don’t rush between Vietnam’s best sights without truly experiencing them. This VIP small-group tour (max: 12 travelers) gives you the perfect full day at both the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta. Enjoy private hotel pickup, unhurried boat rides through the Mekong, local honey and fruit tastings, and a relaxed riverside lunch. It’s a tour that’s immersive, not rushed.

This luxury ride on the Saigon River lasts about an hour, letting you squeeze in a relaxing cruise from Ho Chi Minh City even if you're pressed for time. See the city from the water, snap photos of the skyline, and hear stories and trivia about the landmarks you pass by from your guide.

Visit two major attractions of southern Vietnam—one historical, one natural, both cultural—on this full-day VIP tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta. Travel in style and comfort from Ho Chi Minh City in a sleek limo to make the journey as fabulous as the destination. Explore the tunnel system and learn about its role as a hospital, living quarters, storage, and more during wartime, and then cruise through the canals of the delta on a motorboat and rowboat to visit a village.

The Cu Chi Tunnels are an integral part of Vietnam’s history, and a must-see attraction. Experience the tunnels on a tour that includes round-trip transport and a cruise on the Mekong River. Choose a private or small-group tour, travel in air-conditioned comfort, visit the tunnels with a guide, and explore the Mekong Delta on a rowboat and motorboat to discover rural life.

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.

This day trip to the Mekong Delta is a welcome change of pace from the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City. Sail down the Mekong River and some of its tributaries and its canals. Visitors also enjoy a local experience by trying a number of local dishes during lunch and dressing up in traditional Vietnamese garments while sitting in a Mekong boat.

Skip the questionable taxi line at Tan Son Nhat and play it safe with professional, reliable, private transport service from the airport to your Ho Chi Minh City hotel. We'll track your flight and accommodate all delays and flight changes, and our friendly drivers will wait up to two hours post-arrival. Even if unexpected issues arise, just call our hotline—we'll send out another vehicle at no extra charge, day or night.

Visit the largest floating market in the Mekong delta then bike to a local village on a full-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Benefit from round-trip transportation and an early start to experience Cai Rang market in the morning when it is bustling. Afterward, ride a bike along the river, and stop at a village for a look at local life and lunch in a garden setting.

05:00am start HCMC for 3-hour drive to Mekong Delta. Leaving city behind, scenery changes to views of rice paddies, beautiful orchards by side of road, other scenes typical to southern Vietnam. 8:00am, Arrive at Can Tho city - capital of Southwest, start day with a visit to Cai Rang Floating Market. While crossing Mekong River, observe daily activities of local people on the banks, see traditional-style houses in which local people live as well as beautiful orchards, busy ships - building yards and bustling markets where they make their livelihood. We try to enjoy breakfast at the floating market, drink a speacial coffee/soft drink, pineapple on boat. 10:00am, Disembark before exploring Son Islet - an islet in the middle of Hau River which is separated not far away from the mainland with alluvial consolidating green orchids all year round and the honest, lovely and enthusiastic people. 12:00pm, Having lunch with many specialties on this Islet. 18:30, Arrive at HCMC

Let a guide unravel the history of Saigon’s turbulent past on this half-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Head to the Reunification Palace and the War Remnants Museum to learn about the city's dramatic demise when it was the capital of the US-backed Republic of Vietnam. See colonial buildings like the Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. Get a glimpse of vendors selling fruit and vegetables at Ben Thanh Market and visit the Jade Emperor Pagoda.

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.

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.

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.

Avoid the stress of navigating chaotic traffic and guessing where to find the best local eats with a guided motorbike food tour through Ho Chi Minh City. Ride with experienced drivers to hidden neighborhoods and markets, sampling authentic street food without worrying about safety or language barriers. Move easily between stops while focusing on the flavors, energy, and everyday life of the city.

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.

Make exploring the iconic side of southern Vietnam stress-free with this tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Picked up at your centrally located hotel, you’ll head toward the ancient Mekong Delta, where you’ll take a traditional boat ride along the gently flowing waters. You’ll also witness—and climb into—the Cu Chi Tunnels of the Vietnam War, sip honey tea on a bee farm, and more.

This tour promises a rich tapestry of experiences, starting with a visit to the iconic Cu Chi Tunnels. You"ll explore the intricate network of underground passages that served as a vital lifeline for VC during Vietnam War. Gain insight into the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people as you navigate through narrow tunnels and hidden chambers, learning about the strategies and hardships faced by soldiers. We'll visit a lacquerware factory after lunch where artisans, many of whom are victims of the Vietnam War, showcase their exceptional craftsmanship. Witness firsthand the skill and dedication that go into creating exquisite lacquerware pieces, while supporting the empowerment of individuals overcoming adversity. We will visit landscapes of the Mekong Delta on boat to local workshops, where artisans demonstrate age-old techniques in crafting bamboo fiber, coconut candy, royal jelly, honey tea, and pop rice. We also have a chance to experience sampan, a local transport manner.

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.

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.

Prebook to secure your place on your preferred day and enjoy a River Saigon dinner-and-sightseeing cruise in Ho Chi Minh City. Then, when it's time, board a traditional or modern riverboat and admire the floodlit sights of Ho Chi Minh City—formerly called Saigon. Pass sights such as the Bitexco Tower, and with the illuminations as a backdrop, enjoy a Vietnamese buffet-style dinner and traditional local music. Hotel transfers included.