VIETNAM
Vietnam's standout days.
The 15 most popular 1-day tours in Vietnam. What each day is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
One packed day from Hanoi to Hoa Lu, rowboat cave rides (Tam Coc or Trang An), village biking, and the Mua Cave viewpoint for $45.
“Great experience and definitely recommend for anyone visiting Hanoi. Our guide Gary/Hop was really informative on the vietnamese history and context of the tour spots which made it feel authentic, thank you”
Full-day Tam Coc & Hoa Lu from Hanoi: sampan cave cruise, bike village loop, Hoa Lu temples, 500 steps at Mua Cave, lunch.
“We loved the whole trip! Our guide, Gary took great care of us so that we get the best experience out of this one day trip. He is an excellent guide with great knowledge about the historical, religious, local aspects of the region. Everything went smoothly from transportation to lunch and visiting each place with…”
A small-group Lan Ha and Halong Bay day cruise from Cat Ba with Cai Beo village, cave kayaking, beach swims, and an included lunch.
“Impeccable view!!! Had a great time. This is the tour you MUST go on when you visit Catba island. Recommend 100%.”
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta in one day with a small group: wartime tunnels, Tien River boat ride, islands, lunch and pickup.
“This informative, fun, and active tour jam-packed a lot of experiences in one. The tourbus/coach we took was very comfortable, air-conditioned, and high-end. This tour provided a lot more activities than mentioned in the description; bicycling is not my forte but it's one Read more”
Bicycle Hoa Lu, boat through Trang An caves, hike Mua Cave 500 steps, then return to Hanoi. Includes lunch, tickets, guide, and shuttle.
“The boat ride in Trang An was amazing in the truest sense of the word. We chose Route number 3 which takes you through Dot Cave ( the longest cave ). It was a breath-taking experience. This was the high point of the trip and apart froRead more”
Small-group Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh: motorboat canals, Ben Tre coconut crafts, riverside lunch, and Vinh Tràng pagoda.
“A wonderful way to discover the Mekong Delta, walking through lush Vietnamese gardens and stopping along the way to taste fresh fruits and enjoy delicious tea. The boat rides were all very pleasant and added to the charm of the experieRead more”
A full Hanoi-to-Ninh Binh day trip to Bai Dinh, Trang An caves by bamboo boat, and Mua Cave steps, with buffet lunch included.
“It was a great tour being in the Tam Coc region, rowing boats, climbing cliffs and witnessing Buddha in majestic pagodas. Our tour guide was 10/10”
Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City: Vinh Trang Temple, My Tho fruit island, sampan canals, Ben Tre village lunch.
“Sarah's knowledge of Mekong and Vietnam was excellent. She was personable and funny to everyone. The history, food and experience was amazing”
One-day private Ha Long Bay cruise from Hanoi with Heavenly Paradise Cave, kayaking or bamboo boat, and a seafood lunch, usually less crowded.
“Tour guide, the cruise and service was amazing. The tour started on time. Got big vehicle suiting 4 people very well. The guide was very knowledgeable and had indepth knowledge.”
All-inclusive Halong Bay 5-star day trip from Hanoi: cave, Titop Island, kayaking, seafood lunch, sunset party, and transfers.
“Outstanding place, fabulous ship, wonderful staff! However, transportation crew and guide fell short. Despite warning them about my small child, they asked me to walk 2 blocks with him at 9 PM and picked us up on a motorcycle in the moRead more”
Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City with Cai Rang floating market, rice paper making, Cai Be lunch, cycling, and boat time.
“The trip is a long day but we’ll worth the effort. If you are lucky enough to get WIN he will make the long day go very quickly. He is knowledgeable and passionate about the area and culture. I would highly recommend WIN as your guide and this tour!”
Small-group Cu Chi Tunnels plus My Tho Mekong boat day with lunch, boat rides, and English guide from Ho Chi Minh City.
“All in all it was a well-organized and really nice tour. Pick-up and drop-off were very uncomplicated and the bus was nice. Our guide was very friendly and always trying to answer questions and explain a bit about the places we visited. EvRead more”
One day from Ho Chi Minh City: Củ Chi Tunnels, Mekong Delta boat rides, My Tho village stops, and included lunch for $37.99.
“Fantastic day. Excellent value for money. Tom was a very knowledgeable guide with a good sense of humour.”
Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta in one long day with hotel pickup, small-group boat rides, sampan, and a 5-course Vietnamese lunch.
“Super affordable way to see both the Mekong Delta and Cu Chi Tunnels. It’s a very long day but a must see.”
A small-group Ben Tre day trip from Ho Chi Minh City with boat rides, brick and coconut farm visits, biking, and lunch at a local home.
“This tour is absolutely worth the money - lots of time on the water, away from the big groups of tourists, delicious lunch at a local farm and we visited many different local businesses. Our guide Tommy did a fantastic job guiding us through the day with tons of (fun) facts. Recommended!”
