Top Southern Vietnam Cultural Tours - page 2

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! We are LEGAL - LICENSED COMPANY ( SAIGON ADVENTURE ). No insurance will cover If you book with non-licensed company. Food Tasting and Sightseeing option is also available. **City Highlight (history): - Saigon Cathedral - Central Post Office- Inside - Walking Street & Apartment Cafes - Opera House - City Hall - Thich Quang Duc Monument: a touching story about the monk who set himself on fire to protest the persecution of Buddhists **Saigon Unseen: - Local wet market- Inside - Nguyen Thien Thuat Oldest Apartment: learn about our rich history and see the real life of local people - 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- Inside

The Cu Chi Tunnels are an integral part of Vietnam’s history, making them a must-see attraction. Opt for a luxurious experience of the tunnels on a tour that includes round-trip transport by luxury limousine and a cruise on the Mekong River. In an intimate group limited to seven, travel in air-conditioned comfort, explore the tunnels with a guide, and explore the Mekong Delta on a rowboat and motorboat to discover rural life

This private tour of Ho Chi Minh City is led by your own personal guide who provides fascinating insight into the culture, history and daily life. Explore the city in the comfort of an air-conditioned private vehicle and visit key attractions such as the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. After lunch at a local restaurant, see Chinatown, Binh Tay Market and Thien Hau Pagoda.

Motorbike is the fastest way to get around Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC or Saigon), but self-driving is very risky. Join local students for a ride through the city complete with eight stops for signature street foods, including beef noodle soup, banh mi sandwiches, crispy pancakes, and sugar cane juice. You'll see hidden gems nestled amid the alleys, from night markets to flower markets and historic apartment blocks.

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.

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.

Embark on a dinner cruise on the Saigon River during your stay in Ho Chi Minh City. See the city at night — a beauty to behold when draped in shimmering lights against the night sky. Crossing the heart of the bustling city, the river cruise offers a tranquil escape aboard a wooden yacht. Enjoy dinner accompanied by traditional musical and dance performances.

Discover the popular attractions in southern Vietnam’s Tay Ninh province on this all-day private tour. First, catch expansive views after climbing up Black Virgin Mountain and learn the religious significance of the Cao Dai temple. Then, explore the historic Cu Chi tunnels, an underground network used by resistance fighters. Plus, visit the Ba Den pagoda via cable car.

Cruise ship passengers with limited time on land will love this private full-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City, especially designed to maximize your day. Discover why this city was nicknamed the Pearl of the Far East as you tour the temples, palaces, colonial-era quarters, and markets. Learn more about Vietnamese history and this city’s place in it. Includes a delicious Vietnamese lunch to keep you energized.

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.

Stray from the beaten path and discover places in Ho Chi Minh City that are usually only reserved for locals on a private food tour. This walking tour, which offers a more intimate glimpse into Vietnam’s second city, reveals six of the best street food joints and is led by local students for an authentic view of the city.

Discover the secret world of the Cu Chi freedom fighters on an explorative half-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Accompanied by a guide, descend into the subterranean network of tunnels and gain insight into the remarkable history of the 124-mile (200-kilometer) labyrinth. Hear how the tunnels functioned as busy underground cities, and learn the pivotal part the structure played in the Vietnam War. Enjoy the convenience and personalized attention from your guide on this small-group or private tour.

Soak up the electric atmospheric of Ho Chi Minh City at night and tuck into the city’s famous street food on this evening tour by motorbike. Hop on the back of your bike and whizz your way around the city’s markets, boulevards and backstreets, stopping at street food hotspots along the way. Learn about local cuisine and culinary traditions from your guide as you travel around town and fill up on delicious barbecue meats, noodles and vegetable dishes, including unique Vietnamese specialties and sweet desserts.

Discover the vast network of canals and channels that comprise the Mekong Delta. Travel by minivan from Ho Chi Minh City to the market town of My Tho where you board a traditional sampan. Get a glimpse of the distinct agricultural life of the vibrant southern Delta region while you float past verdant fields. Stop at a village to taste local specialties, hear Vietnamese folk music, and savor a delicious meal.

Experience local life on the Mekong River on this leisurely full-day cruise from Ho Chi Minh City. Glide along the scenic waterways in a boat and hop off to cycle around An Binh Island and watch local artisans and craftsmen at work. After a tasty lunch of Vietnamese specialties, board a sampan and paddle through the colorful houseboats of the Cai Be Floating Market. End your day with a cup of honey tea or snake wine at the markets.

See a piece of Vietnamese history on this tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels with a private guide. Get a look at where soldiers lived and fought underground, and learn about the role the tunnels played during the fight against the French in the 1940s and the Vietnam War, aka  American War, of the '60s and '70s.

Make the most of a short time in Ho Chi Minh City on this private full-day shore excursion. Instead of wasting time waiting for taxis and navigating this big city on your own, your private guide and vehicle will take you where you want to go. Visit cultural and historic highlights including the Opera House, Chinatown, the War Remnants Museum, and various temples and churches. Entrance fees are included.

See the sights of Ho Chi Minh City your way on a hop-on hop-off bus tour that allows you to create your own personalized sightseeing itinerary. Ideal for first-time visitors and travelers with limited time, this flexible tour option means you can disembark the bus whenever an attraction captures your attention. Your ticket also includes an evening bus tour of Ho Chi Minh City, which reveals a different side to attractions when they’re illuminated by night.

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.

Uncover Ho Chi Minh City’s rich history through its buildings and streets on this afternoon tour. Instead of getting lost in the crowd on a large group tour, explore the city’s wartime monuments and colonial landmarks with your own private guide. Ask all the questions you have as you visit destinations like the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum and the Jade Emperor Pagoda.

See Ho Chi Minh City through the eyes of local students during a sightseeing tour with a difference. Rather than traveling by coach or car, you’ll avoid traffic as you explore on the back of a motorbike, which grants you access to places that larger vehicles can’t reach. Plus, you’ll benefit from the insider knowledge of your student guide and receive tailored recommendations to maximize your trip.

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.

Don’t let limited time in southern Vietnam stop you from enjoying the Mekong Delta. See the best of the riverside region on an express tour designed with time-pressed travelers in mind. This half-day tour takes you Ben Tre and My Thos for a coconut candy workshop and includes a ride along the canals of the Mekong Delta in a traditional wooden rowboat. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean you don’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.