Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 108 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour worth booking?
Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour is a 9-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $159 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 108 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (108)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $159 per person
This tour explores the fascinating recent history of the Vietnam War and the Long Tan Battle between the Australian Royal Army and the Viet Cong. Our local guides will bring to light the stories and events that took place in each of the tour stops, offering you an immersive experience of Vietnamese history. Also explore the seaside city of Vung Tau! This tour includes visits to... • Long Tan Cross • Nui Dat • Long Phuoc Tunnels • Horseshoe Hill • Luscombe Airfield • Vung Tau Highlights
What you get
About this experience
This tour explores the fascinating recent history of the Vietnam War and the Long Tan Battle between the Australian Royal Army and the Viet Cong. Our local guides will bring to light the stories and events that took place in each of the tour stops, offering you an immersive experience of Vietnamese history. Also explore the seaside city of Vung Tau! This tour includes visits to... • Long Tan Cross • Nui Dat • Long Phuoc Tunnels • Horseshoe Hill • Luscombe Airfield • Vung Tau Highlights
What's included
Included
- Lunch - please note we can cater for any dietary requirements just be sure to get in touch beforehand.
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- All Taxes
- English Speaking Guide
- Two Bottles of Water
Not included
- Gratuities for your guide & drivers
- Travel Insurance
What you'll see and do
The Battle of Long Tan
Let’s Go! Following pick up at your hotel at 8:00am, we’ll take a pleasant 1 and 1/2 hour drive to Ba Ria Central Market. On the way, we’ll stop to stretch our legs and pick up your local guide for the Long Tan – Nui Dat area. Your guide will give you an introduction to the Ba Ria area and history. Then, we’ll head to the Phuoc Long Tunnels, a 1.4km tunnel system where our guide will tell fascinating stories that illustrate the life of the Viet Cong during the wartime. He or she will also explain how the cashew nut grows. Vietnam is the largest producer and exporter of cashews in the world!
120 minutes here · Admission included
Nui Dat hill
Step Back In Time In Nui Dat & Luscombe Airfield Next, we’ll arrive in Nui Dat, or SAS Hill, the former base of the Australian Army. Our guide will illuminate the important history of this area, showing photos so that it is easy for you to remember or imagine this period in time. Then we’ll drive to Luscombe Airfield, which has been preserved in a small village. Our guide will tell you the stories associated with this significant site. Here, we’ll also have a chance to visit the kindergarten built by Australian Veterans.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Long Phuoc Tunnels
Absorb The History Of The Battle Of Long Tan We’ll continue on to the Long Tan Cross, the most emotional part of the tour. With flowers and incense, we’ll perform a ritual ceremony to show our respect for the people who passed away in this place. After this, we’ll view Horseshoe Hill from the main street because the area itself is protected due to bombs and landmines which still remain buried.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Vung Tau
Take In The Sights In Vung Tau City Leaving Nui Dat, we’ll head to the beach city of Vung Tau where we will enjoy a delicious lunch with a sea view. Then we’ll visit the must-see spots of Vung Tau, including a climb to the top of the lighthouse where we can view the whole city and the East Sea. Going back down, we’ll visit the last King Bao Dai’s White Palace. The Adventure Isn’t Over Yet! Before we head back to Ho Chi Minh City, we’ll have a chance to take a photo with the famous Statue of Jesus on top of the hill. We’ll return to HCMC around 5:00 pm and drop you off at your hotel or anywhere you would like to go within HCMC. Before farewell to our guide, please make sure you get some good recommendations from him/her on where to further explore the city.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Pick Up From Ho Chi Minh City
Money-Back Guarantee High-Quality Services Duration: 9 hours Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch Air-Conditioned Vehicle Drop-Off Included Pickup included
Pick Up From Vung Tau City
Money-Back Guarantee High-Quality Services Duration: 9 hours Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch Air-Conditioned Vehicle Drop-Off Included Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- MAIKA TOURS
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Season: We operate all year round. Except Vietnamese New Year which runs from February 1-10, 2019.
- Time: Tour is recommended to start at 8:00am, finish around 5:00pm. However, this is private tour so we can be flexible beyond your interest.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 108 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
5 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Traveler reviews
108 verified traveler reviews for Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Long tan, Nui Day, Vung Tau
Great day seeing where my pop served during the war. Comfy car, flgreat lunch and very experienced guide! Huong knows her stuff and very easy to talk to.
via Tripadvisor
Felt like home.
Very good guide. Excellent knowledge of all areas. I have heard many stories from my Dad and his mates over the years. But to see it first hand was so surreal. I'm not gonna lie, you feel something within.
via Tripadvisor
A very memorable tour 🥰
What an amazing tour, we spent the day with Huong, and she is so knowledgeable, she showed us all around where my father in law fought in the vietnam war which was very sobering, we feel Very privileged to be able to see these places before theyre gone , The sights were very memorable to my father in law on video call and a few tears shed, and finishing off the tour with the most amazing seafood lunch! Unreal!! Thank you young mum !!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience, recommended.
Great tour and tour guide Huong. Went on the 60th anniversary of long tan and got to see a memorial held at the cross. Very knowledgeable, friendly and outgoing tour guide that was able to answer any questions we had. Can definitely recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Long Tan
Huong was very knowledgeable and kept us entertained all day
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $159 to $256
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 38
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Who runs this experience
Operated by MAIKA TOURS, who run 18 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.9.
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Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $159 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.
Is Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 108 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour?
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Around 38 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?
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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour?
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Included: Lunch - please note we can cater for any dietary requirements just be sure to get in touch; Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle; All Taxes; English Speaking Guide; and Two Bottles of Water. Not included: Gratuities for your guide & drivers; and Travel Insurance. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 910 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ho Chi Minh City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour?
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Across 108 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
What booking options are available for Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Pick Up From Ho Chi Minh City, Pick Up From Vung Tau City. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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