VIETNAM
Vietnam's standout days.
The 15 most popular shore excursions tours in Vietnam. What each day is actually like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Private Ho Chi Minh City shore excursion with port pickup, a flexible guide, key colonial sites, Chinatown, temples, markets, and included lunch.
“Due to our ship having to make a last minute port change, we had to cancel. We were very, very happy with the responsive of this company. We are sad we could not make the trip.”
Private Ho Chi Minh City day trip from Phu My Port with a personal guide, French-era landmarks, museums, and included lunch plus Vietnamese coffee.
“We booked this private tour expecting a fully customizable experience, and while the guide was knowledgeable and we managed to see a lot, the day ultimately felt rushed and not quite as advertised. One key issue was that we did not get to visit the Secret Weapons Cellar, which was included in the tour description…”
Private shore excursion from Tien Sa Port to Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge. Return cable car, guide, Fantasy Park, optional Hoi An.
“The experience today was amazing, our guide sunny was so bubbly and talkative which made our day. She was very informative and showed us the best spots.”
A port-day private Vung Tau tour from Phu My with temples, French-era architecture, lunch, and big-coast views from the lighthouse.
“This was a private tour for just the two of us. We had a very good English speaking guide and a separate driver in a nice new vehicle. Pickup was right on time and we were able to modify the tour to meet our interests. All went very smooth. We recommend visiting this specific area…”
Private port-to-Hoi An tour from Chan May with Hai Van Pass photos, Marble Mountains caves and pagodas, plus UNESCO old-town time and lunch.
“Sky was an excellent tour guide, friendly and informative. She took lots of pictures for us. Some of the best pictures from our whole journey were the ones that she took. We enjoyed all the information that she shared with us along the way to make our trip to Hoi An even more enjoyable-what a…”
Private 8-hour Ho Chi Minh City shore tour from Phu My Port with expert English guide, key landmarks, markets, and flexible timing.
“The guide was very knowledgeable; transportation was very comfortable. We had a brief stop for a delicious local lunch. Be ready for a long (2 hour) trip in traffic from the port to HCMC.”
Private Saigon day from Phu My Port with top sites, Chinatown, market time, included lunch, and entrance fees—no stress, just history and photos.
“While our guide was informative, it was clearly a one sided view. We had lunch in a back alley on a plastic stool. He said that is the lunch CNN and BBC recommended. Absolutely no way!! I’m fairly certain that is not what Viator expects for its Read more”
Private Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City shore excursion from Phu My port with lunch, Ben Thanh Market, and a flexible guide.
“My husband and friends were picked up from the port for this visit. Sarah was lovely and had to cope with terrible traffic each way which made the double journey nearly 8 hrs in total. The driver was excellent. Once we arrived at the tunnels SRead more”
Private shore tour from Cau Da Port packs Hon Chong, Po Nagar, Long Son, the Oceanographic Museum, Dam Market, and Nha Tho Nui into one smooth day.
“Thank you Tony for a memorable day in Nha Trang. We truly enjoyed our time together. The temples were beautiful. Lunch was great. We were very impressed by the unexpected experience of the music at Hon Chong. We had never heard those instruments before. Thanks again for a wonderful experience!”
Private Saigon shore tour with local guide, air-conditioned car, French colonial landmarks, Independence Palace, war museum, lunch, Chinatown.
“I would like to mention our excellent guide Met who made this excursion special - Thanks to her the excursion turned out very good.”
Port-to-port private Saigon tour mixing French landmarks and wartime memory, with lunch, entrance fees, and a flexible English-speaking guide.
“We had a great time with our tour guide, Penny. Penny was knowledgeable, interesting and fun. We really enjoyed it.”
Private Hanoi shore excursion from Ha Long Bay port with lunch, tickets, and key sights like Hoan Kiem, Old Quarter, and Hoa Lo Prison.
“The tour began with an unexpected visit to a pearl outlet on the outskirts of Halong. This was ok, but we had been to a pearl farm in tahiti a couple of years ago, so nothing new and the time there could have been spent in hanoi. Our guide LiRead more”
Private Saigon shore day with port pickup, English guide, included entry fees, lunch, and top sights from Independence Palace to War Remnants.
“Khang was awesome! He took great care to explain everything to us and make sure we were able to see all of the sights in a short amount of time! We even fit in some time at the market. Thank you for your hospitality Khang!”
Ho Chi Minh City shore excursion from PHU MY Port with A/C pickup, English guide, included lunch, and key sights from pagodas to Independence Palace.
“You see a little bit of everything. A very interesting tour and a piece of history. Of all my southeast Asian countries this was by far my favorite. May our tour guide made this trip so memorable and helped us to enjoy every moment. The driver Read more”
Private cruise shore day in Ho Chi Minh City: Notre Dame, Palace, War Remnants Museum, Cholon and Ben Thanh, with lunch.
“Sarah was amazing! She had a wonderful day planned for us based on what we wanted. She also had some local additions that were great. Definitely meet her again?”
