Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau

Explore sites related to the Vietnam War's Battle of Long Tan on this 7-hour private tour from Ho Chi Minh City. One of the best-known Australian engagements in the war, the Battle of Long Tan saw just 108 members of ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) fighting between 1,500 and 2,500 Viet Cong forces—and winning—on August 18, 1966. With a guide, you'll visit the Long Tan Cross, the Long Phuoc tunnel, and Nui Dat. Entrance fees and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

On this private day trip from Ho Chi Minh City you’ll explore the battlegrounds of Long Tan, site of a notorious conflict fought between ANZAC forces and the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. After your visit to Nui Dat SAS Hill, head to Long Phuoc Tunnels for a look at the underground network. Listen to insightful commentary from your personal guide about the area’s wartime history. Private vehicle transport and lunch are included.

Vung Tau, known as Cap Saint Jacque in French is about 125 kilometres Southeast of Ho Chi Minh City. The name means ‘anchorage’ as during the 14th and 15th centuries Vung Tau was a swamp which European trading ships visited regularly. With 15 kilometres of coastline, Vung Tau is endowed with many sandy beaches such as Bai Truoc (Front Beach), Bai Sau (Back Beach), Bai Dua (Dua Beach)... Vung Tau also has many famous sightseeing spots such as the Great Jesus Christ Statue, the White Palace... Located 125 kilometers southeast of Ho Chi Minh City, Vung Tau City is home to impressive statues, temples, gardens and bay vistas. Known as Cap Saint-Jacques under French colonization, the city was once a popular beach destination for servicemen of France and American. Famed with sandy beaches, clear blue water around the year, Vung Tau City an ideal place for people looking for an escaping trip from their hectic life.

Get the most from your time at Phu My port with this full-day Ho Chi Minh City shore excursion. Forget arranging your own trip or haggling with cabs, and be sure to cover the city's highlights by air-conditioned bus and with a guide for extra insight. Visit Notre Dame Cathedral, Ben Thanh market, and more; and enjoy a cyclo rickshaw ride—an activity you might miss if exploring alone.

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.

Delve into the poignant history of the Vietnam War during a full-day private tour of Vietnamese military bases from Ho Chi Minh City. Accompanied by an expert historian guide, meet survivors of the Vietnam War and hear fascinating tales from those who experienced the postwar years in the country. See a selection of significant sites depending on which option you select, visiting either the Long Tan and the Nui Dat Task Force Base or explore the site of Bien Hoa Air Base and Long Binh Junction. Pleasure your palate with a traditional Vietnamese meal and enjoy the convenience of round-trip transportation from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.

The tours take us over 2 hours to visit Vung Tau City by air con tourist bus or private transport or approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to go there by the high speed hydrofoil from Ho Chi Minh City. There are some ideal destinations that the nature has sent such as Front Beach, Back Beach, Pinapple Beach, Mulberry Beach. Vung Tau has been remarkable not only by beautiful beaches, entertainment areas, but also some unique festivals such as Dinh Co Festival, Nghinh Ong Festival, Thang Tam Festival, Feast of Mary and Mother of God. Moreover, you will see many other extraordinarily wonderful and charming landscapes in Vung Tau.

Exploring the Vietnam War's Battle of Long Tan on this 7-hour private tour from Ho Chi Minh City. The Battle of Long Tan saw only 108 members of ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) fighting between 1,500 and 2,500 Viet Cong forces—and winning—on August 18, 1966. Visit important sites from the battle including Long Tan Cross, the Long Phuoc tunnels, Horseshoe FSB, and Nui Dat (SAS hill).

The 30km Jungle Biking Tour offers a vibrant cycling experience in the depth of the Ma Da primitive Forest. Be one of the few to explore the unknown rain forest of Dong Nai Province and travel through its cool streams. Many species of insects, wildlife, and unique vegetation specific to this jungle can be spotted along the way. Lunch is at the park ranger station in the park! The Jungle Biking Tour is suitable for all groups (families, companies team building, etc.) as well as open individuals ready to meet new friends along the way.

LEST WE FORGET August 1966, 105 young Australians of Delta Company, 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment along with 3 New Zealanders attached from 161 Battery, 16 Field Regiment, Royal NZ Artillery, fought for their lives against an overwhelming enemy force of hardened North Vietnamese Military Force, in a rubber plantation called Long Tan. With an aim to offer a chance for the veterans, particularly the Australian veterans to return to the battlefield, and the Australian young generation to tribute to their grandparents' sacrification, our Tour is customized to pay a solemn visit to the Long Tan Cross Memorial, the site of Horseshoe FSB and the Long Phuoc Tunnels. Long Tan and Vung Tau are now becoming a great place for tourist. Last but not least, we shall visit the Robert Taylor Museum Of Worldwide Arms – The weapon museum of a private collection consists of 2,500 items ranging from guns and swords to army uniforms dating back to between the 17th and 20th centuries.

On arrival, drive to visit Thich Ca Phat Dai Pagoda; Light House; Giant Jesus and White Villa. Relaxing on Vung Tau beach A full-day tour in Vung Tau with and English speaking guide and lunch included

The tours take us over 2 hours to visit Vung Tau City by air con tourist bus or private transport or approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to go there by the high speed hydrofoil from Ho Chi Minh City. There are some ideal destinations that the nature has sent such as Front Beach, Back Beach, Pinapple Beach, Mulberry Beach. Vung Tau has been remarkable not only by beautiful beaches, entertainment areas, but also some unique festivals such as Dinh Co Festival, Nghinh Ong Festival, Thang Tam Festival, Feast of Mary and Mother of God. Moreover, you will see many other extraordinarily wonderful and charming landscapes in Vung Tau.

Head to nearby Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province for the perfect antidote to city life: local markets, rural villages, lunch at a dragon fruit farm, a stroll through the Phuoc Buu Nature Reserve, and a well-earned rest on Ho Coc beach. This exclusive tour offers a chance to meet the locals, see how they live, and discover another side of life in modern-day Vietnam.

TOUR PROGRAM : 8:00 a.m: Our Guide will meet you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.Then, Transfer to Long Tan Commune in Dat Do District,Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province after three-hour-drive. 11:00: Transfer to Hoa Long to visit the old battle field. We will take you to visit the following places: 1. Long Phuoc Underground Tunnel - a former wartime tunnel complex. 2. Nui Dat Base (SAS hill)- the former Australian Task Force Base (ATF) at Nui Dat - former military landmarks such as, SAS hill,” Luscombe Field “ air strip, Luscombe Bowl and the “Kangaroo South Pad” a Helicopter dust off strip and the area of Pearly gates. Then visit the Nui Dat Kindy. 3. Visit Long Tan Cross Memorial with the brief of LTC and Long Tan battle in 1966.108 members of ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) fighting between 1,500 and 2,500 Viet Cong forces 4. Take a look/photos Horseshoe Hill (Former Fire support Base,named Gia Quy). 13:30: Back to Ba Ria to Have lunch 15:00: Back to hotel. Trip ends.

Itinerary may be customized based on your interest or needs Private professional guide (English, Chinese, Japanese) Free pick-up and drop-off service in Saigon. Receive last minute booking. Taste the delicious Vietnamese food Infant (0-4) is complimentary

VUNG TAU CITY A popular weekend escape from HCMC, Vung Tau rocks at weekends when beach-starved locals and expats descend in numbers, but it is relatively quiet during the week. The city enjoys a spectacular location on a peninsula, with ocean on three sides; the light and sea air make it a refreshing break from sultry Saigon. HIGHLIGHTS Admire the panoramic view of the city from a height of 170 km above sea level The impressive visit to the Jesus Statue. Explore the White Palace adorned with antique arts and paintings. Relaxing at Vung Tau Be

Follow in the footsteps of ANZAC and American soldiers on a private tour of Long Tan and Nui Dat Battlefield from Ho Chi Minh City. Visit sites such as Long Tan Cross, Nui Dat (SAS Hill), and Long Phuoc Tunnels; learn more about the Vietnam War from your guide; and stop by Ba Ria or Thi Nghe orphanages. Lunch is included.

Military history buffs don’t want to miss this tour to the Long Tan Battlefield from Ho Chi Minh City. Travel through the Vietnamese countryside to Nui Dat, former base of the 1st Australian Task Force during the Vietnam War. You'll have the chance to visit the Australian Memorial, dedicated to the servicemen killed during the Battle of Long Tan.

With our expert local guide, your trip to visit the historical base will be more experiences and visit most of the main keys of the old battle filed tour

TOUR PROGRAM : 8:00 a.m: Our Guide will meet you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.Then, Transfer to Long Tan Commune in Dat Do District,Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province after three-hour-drive. 11:00: Transfer to Hoa Long to visit the old battle field. We will take you to visit the following places: 1. Long Phuoc Underground Tunnel - a former wartime tunnel complex. 2. Nui Dat Base (SAS hill)- the former Australian Task Force Base (ATF) at Nui Dat - former military landmarks such as, SAS hill,” Luscombe Field “ air strip, Luscombe Bowl and the “Kangaroo South Pad” a Helicopter dust off strip and the area of Pearly gates. Then visit the Nui Dat Kindy. 3. Visit Long Tan Cross Memorial with the brief of LTC and Long Tan battle in 1966.108 members of ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) fighting between 1,500 and 2,500 Viet Cong forces 4. Take a look/photos Horseshoe Hill (Former Fire support Base,named Gia Quy). 13:30: Back to Ba Ria to Have lunch 15:00: Back to hotel. Trip ends.

TOUR PROGRAM : 8:00 a.m: Our Guide will meet you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.Then, Transfer to Long Tan Commune in Dat Do District,Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province after three-hour-drive. 11:00: Transfer to Hoa Long to visit the old battle field. We will take you to visit the following places: 1. Long Phuoc Underground Tunnel - a former wartime tunnel complex. 2. Nui Dat Base (SAS hill)- the former Australian Task Force Base (ATF) at Nui Dat - former military landmarks such as, SAS hill,” Luscombe Field “ air strip, Luscombe Bowl and the “Kangaroo South Pad” a Helicopter dust off strip and the area of Pearly gates. Then visit the Nui Dat Kindy. 3. Visit Long Tan Cross Memorial with the brief of LTC and Long Tan battle in 1966.108 members of ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) fighting between 1,500 and 2,500 Viet Cong forces 4. Take a look/photos Horseshoe Hill (Former Fire support Base,named Gia Quy). 13:30: Back to Ba Ria to Have lunch 15:00: Back to hotel. Trip ends.

- Private tour 1 day for Australian memorial to Long Tan - Nui Dat Battle field Vung Tau Beach from Ho Chi Minh city - Visit formed Australian Military Base in Vietnam: Nui Dat SS Hill - Pay respect at the Long Tan Cross Memorial - Go deeply into the ANZAC’s role in the Vietnamese conflict - Explore the Long Phuoc Tunnel - Enjoy the breathtaking scenery from the top of Ming Dam - hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance fees, lunch, private guide and vehicle included.