All Southern Vietnam Tours & Excursions in 2026

Get a great overview of Southern Vietnamese cuisine in a few hours on a private walking tour through Ho Chi Minh City. Skip the crowded group tours and travel at your preferred pace with your private guide. Try six different dishes, including bun thit nuong, kem dua, and more from local establishments.

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.

Visit a floating market, cruise the Mekong River, and row shady canals on a 2-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City that explores the best of the Mekong Delta. With a local guide to lead the way, learn about Mekong Delta agriculture, food, and traditional music, joining the bustling crowd of vendors at the Cai Rang floating market. This 2-day Mekong Delta tour includes pickup and drop-off at hotels in Ho Chi Minh City District 1, as well as overnight accommodation.

Come home from your Vietnam trip with more than a bag of souvenirs—come home with authentic Vietnamese cooking skills and insight into the culinary traditions of this beautiful country. Starting at the iconic Ben Thanh market, you’ll select fresh ingredients before sitting down to your own cooking station, where you’ll then follow a chef across four iconic dishes, learning skills and techniques. At the end, celebrate by tasting your creations.

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.

Phu Quoc’s Tien Son Dinh trail takes you through tropical jungle on a route stretching more than 6 kilometers to a 280-meter summit, with a guide introducing native plants and local stories. Enjoy views across the island and toward Phu Quoc International Airport, cool off at Suoi Tranh or explore Phu Quoc’s largest cave, and finish with a traditional Banh Xeo lunch at a local restaurant.

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.

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 untouched heart of Vietnam's Mekong Delta with this private Ben Tre experience. Glide along hidden waterways by private motorboat and traditional sampan, cycle through verdant villages, and share a Vietnamese set lunch with a local family, all while supporting sustainable tourism that protects this pristine region. This eco-conscious approach ensures your authentic Mekong Delta adventure leaves only positive footprints.

Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta – One-Day Adventure Discover the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels and learn how Vietnamese soldiers outsmarted the enemy. Crawl through hidden tunnels and optionally try shooting real guns (extra cost). Then, explore the peaceful Mekong Delta by motorboat and traditional rowing boat. Enjoy a delicious local lunch, taste honey tea, fresh fruits, coconut candy, and experience live Southern Vietnamese folk music. Includes: Hotel pick-up/drop-off, entrance fees, and vegetarian options. Experience history, culture, and nature all in one unforgettable day!

Explore more than just the Cu Chi Tunnels during this private tour to Black Virgin Peak, Cu Chi Tunnels, and Cao Dai Temple. Ride a cable car to the summit of Black Virgin Mountain to take in the views, delve into the historic underground tunnels, and visit the spiritual Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh. Enjoy hotel pickup and choose between a limousine or private car/van for transportation.

Discover the diverse marine life around Vietnam’s An Thoi islands on this private speed boat tour from Phu Quoc. Board your private vessel and spend the day swimming and snorkeling in crystal-clear waters. Sail to the islands of Fingernail, Gam Ghi, May Rut, and Hon Thom for chances to relax on pristine beaches, snorkel, sunbathe, and more.

This popular half-day tour offers travelers the perfect overview of one of Vietnam's largest and most historic cities. Follow your personal guide through busy main streets and back alleys as you make your way to some of Ho Chi Minh City's top attractions. You'll learn about when the French captured Saigon and see European influence in both the food and culture. This tour includes stops at iconic Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Post Office and War Remnants Museum, as well as other key sites.

Enjoy a private full-day tour in bustling Ho Chi Minh City, where your guide will take you to some of the best highlights that this shore excursion has to offer. Vietnamese Traditional lunch and attraction entrance fees are included in this tour.

Exploring Ho Chi Minh City on your own can be overwhelming — especially with limited time from your cruise. This private shore excursion ensures a smooth, worry-free experience with a professional guide and private driver. • Discover top highlights such as War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Central Post Office • Experience local life at Ben Thanh Market and hidden city corners • Enjoy authentic Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant • Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle • Flexible itinerary tailored to your interests and cruise schedule • Easy port pickup with your name on a welcome sign • Guaranteed on-time return to your cruise ship This is a fully private and customizable experience designed to maximize your time in Ho Chi Minh City.

With this wonderful combination package through Southeast Asia, you’ll have a chance to visit 3 countries in 16 days with some highlights of each destination. Starts in Ho Chi Minh City, a vibrant, youthful, and energetic city where you can observe the complexity of colonial and traditional architecture. Sail the mighty Mekong River and explore the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnel. Wander the narrow roads in Hoi An and immerse yourself in the peaceful and charming beauty, observing the colorful lanterns lit up on the banks of the river. And cruising the natural wonders of the country, Halong Bay. Here you’ll spot thousands of limestone karst islands rising from the ocean. Visit Angkor Temple, a one-life-time experience, the temples located inside the jungle reflect the glory of Khmer civilization in the past. And stop at the beach paradise of Phuket, you'll have 3 days to recharge your energy and immerse yourself in the turquoise waters with white sand of the tropical climate islands

Perfect for cruise ship passengers, make the most of your time in Ho Chi Minh City with this private tour. After meeting your guide at your nominated port, head out on a customized tour. Popular options include the Ho Chi Minh City Tour, the Cu Chi Tunnels Tour, and the Mekong Delta Tour. These can all be combined and altered to suit your interests and needs.

One of Vietnam’s most popular tourist spots, you can get away from the crowds at the Cu Chi tunnels with this private tour. With your personal guide leading the way, you’ll get to experience the tunnels themselves—a vast network of underground bunkers used during the Vietnam War—first-hand, exploring what soldiers’ lives were like, touching real traps, climbing into the tunnels, and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included for added convenience.

Experience Vietnam’s Mekong Delta hassle- and crowd-free with this all-encompassing private tour. Picked up in Ho Chi Minh City, you’ll make the comfortable 75-minute drive to My Tho, where your guided adventure begins. From there, you’ll get a full day tasting local delicacies, rowing through the jungle on a traditional boat, taking a cooking class, touring local villages, and so much more.

HIGHLIGHTS: • Indulge in a fruit tasting experience while being serenaded by Vietnamese traditional folk music. • Explore unique family establishments where locals craft coconut candy and crispy rice popcorn. • Embark on a boat journey to the iconic Cai Rang floating market on the Hau River. • Immerse yourself in the local village life by walking and cycling through its charming streets. • Discover traditional Vietnamese architectural marvels at an ancient house and a Khmer temple. • Venture into the enchanting Tra Su Forest, boasting a diverse mangrove ecosystem. • Visit Tram Chim National Park, a sanctuary for over 198 species of water birds, showcasing a quarter of Vietnam's bird species.

Venture to practically every corner of Ho Chi Minh City on this private day tour that introduces you to all the city's highlights. From Vietnam’s war history to bustling markets and French colonial landmarks, your personal guide will provide a comprehensive experience—one that includes a leisurely stop for some of the city's best Vietnamese coffee.

Go beyond just the Cu Chi Tunnels on this door-to-door combo tour from Ho Chin Minh. Join a small group and head to the Black Virgin Mountain for a cable car ride to its peak. After soaking up the panoramic views, explore the expansive network of underground tunnels and learn about the Vietnam War. Finally, arrive at the Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh in good time to watch worshippers pray and learn about the sacred traditions.

One of the most exciting highlights of the Joy Journeys Mekong Delta tour is the visit to Cai Rang Floating Market, the largest floating market in the region. Here, you'll have the chance to witness firsthand the bustling activity of vendors and shoppers as they exchange goods and haggle for the best prices. With a maximum group size of 10 people, you can be sure that you'll receive personalized attention from your guide and have plenty of opportunities to ask questions and interact with locals. Joy Journeys also places a strong emphasis on supporting local communities and promoting sustainable tourism practices. By visiting local villages and participating in cultural activities like cooking classes, travelers have the opportunity to learn about and support the rich cultural heritage of the Mekong Delta. In addition, Joy Journeys partners with local guides and service providers to ensure that a fair share of the tour fees goes back into the local community. Join now!

Experience local life on the Mekong River on this leisurely full-day cruise from Ho Chi Minh City. Gliding along the scenic waterways, you'll hop off your boat to explore Cai Be, cycle around the countryside, and watch local artisans and craftsmen at work at markets and beyond. Far from just playing tourist, you'll also get to truly experience local life, taking part in a cooking demonstration at a local's home.