VIETNAM
Vietnam's standout days.
The 15 most popular evening experiences in Vietnam. What each day is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Ride a motorbike through Ho Chi Minh City at night and eat street food in District 10 and District 4, dinner included.
“Great tour - really enjoyed it. The guides Hung and Annie were lovely and it’s a great way to see Saigon.”
Private 4-hour Saigon street food night walk with hotel taxi pickup, English guide, all tastings, and homemade rice wine.
“We did a private street food evening walking tour in Ho Chi Minh City with Aaron (Khuong) and it was hands down the best food tour of our trip. He took us to local spots around District 3, places we would’ve never found on our own and every dish was great. We did three private…”
Two days from Hanoi to Ta Van village for a guided hike, rice-terrace trails, and an overnight homestay with meals for small groups.
“A great tour, just let down by the bus. Sapa is absolutely beautiful and the two hikes you do are phenomenal views of rice fields and mountains. It’s a long journey to get there but worth it. Our guide Mu was lovely and taught us lots about SRead more”
Two-day Halong Bay cruise from Tuan Chau with air-conditioned private cabins, Sung Sot Cave, kayaking option, and included meals.
“What a different a day made. We had an amazing 24 hours during this overnight cruises. Good schedule, good food and good services.”
Hoi An night lantern boat trip on the Hoai/Thu Bồn River. Release a paper lantern from a private wooden boat with your group.
“Very beautiful and peaceful. Loved the experience, Must try!!”
Women-led Hanoi night scooter foodie tour with hotel pickup, bun cha, banh cuon, egg coffee, and sights like Ho Chi Minh Memorial.
“Traveling around Hanoi at night on a motorbike was so fun and our guides/drivers were great- we felt completely safe! We got to try several types of food in different parts of the city and really enjoyed ourselves.”
Motorbike through Saigon night markets and bridges with pork vermicelli, spring rolls, ghost stories, Vietnamese bread, and fruit smoothie.
“This trip was fantastic. Our guides Amy, and Rose were amazing. They put my wife at ease with their driving and their encouragement. The knowledge, engagement and enthusiasm of them both was so refreshing. Not only was the food excellent but the rest of the tour, meeting locals and seeing all the sights was great.…”
Ride pillion with a female Ao Dai guide on a Ho Chi Minh night food tour: markets, apartment alleys, street eats, and $39 pickup.
“Traveling around an unknown city via motorbike can be scary but at no time was I scared or felt unsafe with Clara being my guide. We whipped around the city stopping at wonderful places on this food tour. I absolutely love Vietnamese food and Clara had a great selection of places to eat and drink.…”
Ride a motorbike through Saigon at night for local food in multiple districts, including a flower market, ghost apartments, bridges, and smoothies.
“I would really recommend the tour. The tour was very diverse with multiple stops highlighting the diversity of the city. I especially liked that it provided stops that are not touristy. Many thanks to my guide Dandy for the lovely conversations!”
Da Nang’s Han River night cruise with a short dance, city-lit bridges, and the Dragon Bridge fire-and-water show on weekends from $6.
“I thoroughly enjoyed the river cruise. Da Nang is an amazing city and it is even more magical at night steeped in all the amazing colours. Dragon Bridge alone is worth the cruise, it's some sight. For such a small price, I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone.”
2-day, 1-night cruise from Hanoi to Bai Tu Long Bay: kayak, Thien Canh Son cave, Vietnamese cooking, and stargazing at sea.
“An EXCEPTIONAL tour!! The entire staff was extremely kind, professional, and attentive, especially our cruise manager, Peter, who made the entire experience exceed our expectations. He was friendly, hard working, had a great sense of humor, and went above and beyond to make it a special experience for everyone on board. All of the activities…”
2-day Halong Bay cruise from Hanoi with cabin stay, kayaking, cave visit, beach time, cooking class, and meals included for $168.
“Good: - hotel pickup but it would have been nice to have a phone number for the coordinator! - boat was awesome. Our cabin was lovely and had key AC. Crew very nice. Food was great- it was like 8 courses each meal. Not as good: - every Read more”
Less-touristy 2-day Lan Ha Bay cruise: Ba Trái Đào swim, Viet Hai village bike, Cat Ba views, guided by Tony from Sunlight Cruise.
“Well organized, quality accommodations and food. Not much interpretation or history but all staff were polite, helpful and professional! Excellent value!”
A quiet 2-day Bai Tu Long Bay cruise from Hanoi with kayaking, Thien Canh Son cave, Nem Cuon cooking, and onboard meals.
“the tour was great, the guide was very informative and scenery was beautiful”
Ride a double-decker bus through Saigon’s night highlights, from the Opera House to Nguyen Hue, Turtle Lake, and the bridges, in 45 minutes for about $7.
“there's no audio or announcement of where the bus has driven passed so you don't know which sight seeing point you are at.”
