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Phong Nha: Paradise Cave & Dark Cave Day Trip with Zipline
Phong Nha: Paradise Cave & Dark Cave Day Trip with Zipline★★★★★★★★★★ 4.97 (91)9hYou’ll zipline over bright blue rivers, float through muddy darkness deep inside Dark Cave, share laughs with locals, and wander among ancient rock formations in Paradise Cave. Expect real Vietnamese flavors at lunch and a day packed with sensory surprises — some messy, all memorable.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 83View ›
Hue: Private Car Tour to Imperial Tombs & Citadel with Lunch
Hue: Private Car Tour to Imperial Tombs & Citadel with Lunch★★★★★★★★★★ 4.96 (90)5h–7hYou’ll wander through Hue’s ancient citadel, climb mosaic-covered steps at Khai Dinh Tomb, pause by lotus ponds at Tu Duc’s resting place, and share stories over a local lunch—all with a guide who knows every shortcut. Expect moments of quiet beauty mixed with laughter and unexpected rain showers.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 79View ›
Hoi An biking tour: Water buffalo, duck farm, basket boat
Hoi An biking tour: Water buffalo, duck farm, basket boat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.94 (89)4hA four-hour biking tour from Da Nang through the countryside around Hoi An, stopping at Tra Que Vegetable Village, a duck farm and Cam Thanh coconut village for water buffalo riding and a basket boat ride with local fishermen. The tour includes an English-speaking guide, bicycle, hotel pickup from Da Nang, and a bottle of water. Choose between group departure from Hoi An, private tour starting in Hoi An, or private tour with round-trip transfer from Da Nang.Is it for me?Book the private tour with Da Nang pickup if you're arriving by air and need to return to your hotel same-day; choose the group departure from Hoi An if you're based there and want to join other travelers; pick the private option from Hoi An if you prefer your own guide and timing.Free cancellationKids −29%fromUS$ 31View ›
Kayaking and Camping at Tuyen Lam Lake, Da Lat
Kayaking and Camping at Tuyen Lam Lake, Da Lat★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (88)2dCamping and SUP kayaking at Tuyen Lam Lake near Da Lat spans two days: you paddle at sunset on Day 1, gather around a campfire for BBQ and wine, sleep in the forest, then paddle again at dawn before breakfast and return to the city by 9 AM. The guide teaches you to paddle, all equipment and meals are provided, and children from age 5 are welcome.Is it for me?Two full days away from Da Lat means you're committing the overnight, which rules out a quick afternoon paddle — but it's what makes the sunrise paddle and the campfire gathering possible. If you have only a few hours, look for a day trip instead; if you have the time and want to paddle twice and sleep under the trees, this one holds the full arc.Free cancellationfromUS$ 77View ›
My Son & Marble Mountains Tour: Private Guide, UNESCO Sites
My Son & Marble Mountains Tour: Private Guide, UNESCO Sites★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (88)7h–8hA private guided tour from Da Nang visiting My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site of 70 Cham temples built without mortar from the 4th to 13th century, and Marble Mountains, a cluster of five limestone peaks with caves, pagodas and viewing points. Hotel pickup is included, as are lunch, all entrance and elevator tickets, and an English-speaking guide who walks both sites with you. The full day runs about seven to eight hours.Is it for me?The seven- to eight-hour commitment means you can fit both sites into a single day without splitting the experience, but it leaves little room for other activities—book this when you want to spend a full day on these two sites and nothing else. If you have only a few hours free, or want to combine these with a third destination, a different itinerary would work better.Free cancellationKids −62%fromUS$ 90View ›
Phong Nha Zipline, Cave & Mud Bath: Dark Cave Adventure
Phong Nha Zipline, Cave & Mud Bath: Dark Cave Adventure★★★★★★★★★★ 4.84 (88)8hA full-day activity combining river cruise, botanical garden walk, and adventure at Dark Cave in Phong Nha National Park. You zipline across the river, swim into the cave entrance with headlamp and helmet, wade through muddy passages, float in an underground pool, and soak in a natural mud bath formed inside the cave. The day also includes kayaking and a short jungle trek. Lunch and air-conditioned transport from your hotel are included; a guide speaks English or Vietnamese.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving in Phong Nha with a free day and want to move through the landscape rather than watch it from a boat—you're ziplining, swimming, wading and trekking, not narrating a sightseeing tour. The eight-hour pace lets you start with the botanical garden, build into the cave adventure, and finish with kayaking and jungle time, so the day has rhythm instead of one long adrenaline push.Free cancellationfromUS$ 56View ›
Da Nang Street Food Walking Tour: Iconic Eats & Local Favorites
Da Nang Street Food Walking Tour: Iconic Eats & Local Favorites★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (88)3h 30mYou’ll join a small group led by a local foodie guide through Da Nang’s bustling streets, sampling four classic dishes and one drink at iconic eateries locals love. Expect laughter, new flavors, and stories behind every bite—plus all fees included so you can focus on eating your way through the city.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −21%fromUS$ 37View ›
Hue to Hoi An: Scenic Open Tour via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountains
Hue to Hoi An: Scenic Open Tour via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountains★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (86)8hYou’ll travel from Hue to Hoi An with hotel pickup, stopping at ancient Cham ruins, Vietnam’s largest cemetery at An Bang (“Ghost City”), Lap An Lagoon’s mirror-like waters, dramatic Hai Van Pass views, Lang Co Beach sands, and finally Marble Mountains’ temples and caves before drop-off—all with a local guide weaving stories along the way.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −22%fromUS$ 27View ›
Hoi An to Hue: Hai Van Pass Motorbike Tour & Hidden Villages
Hoi An to Hue: Hai Van Pass Motorbike Tour & Hidden Villages★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (86)5h–7hYou’ll ride pillion with a local Easy Rider between Hoi An and Hue (or Da Nang), crossing Hai Van Pass by motorbike with stops at Thanh Toan Bridge, Tam Giang Lagoon, Marble Mountains, and more. Expect quiet villages, fresh coffee at a hidden viewpoint, time for swimming or photos — plus all logistics handled so you can just take it in.Free cancellationfromUS$ 59View ›
Hoi An Food Tour: 7 Local Tastings Through Ancient Town
Hoi An Food Tour: 7 Local Tastings Through Ancient Town★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (85)3hThis is a walking food tour through Hoi An Ancient Town where you taste seven local dishes and one drink while visiting the families who make them. The guide speaks English and walks you through both the 15th-century old town with its thousands of lanterns and the modern new town, stopping at family homes and local vendors to learn the history and culture behind each food. You can join as a private group or book a shared group tour.Is it for me?Choose the private tour option if your group wants the guide's attention focused on your party and your own pace through the alleyways. The shared group tour works better if you want to meet other travelers and split the cost, since both follow the same three-hour route and taste the same seven dishes.Free cancellationKids −37%fromUS$ 24View ›
Hue City Tour by Car: 5-Hour Private Sightseeing
Hue City Tour by Car: 5-Hour Private Sightseeing★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (85)5hA 5-hour private car tour of Hue with an English-speaking driver and air-conditioned vehicle, picking you up at your hotel. You choose five attractions from a list that includes Thien Mu Pagoda, the Imperial Citadel, Dong Ba Market, the tombs of King Khai Dinh and King Minh Mang, and the Conical Hat Village—or suggest your own. The driver is flexible on pickup time and location within Hue city center.Is it for me?Pick this if you want a private car with driver for the day—you choose which attractions to visit and how long to spend at each, rather than following a fixed itinerary.Free cancellationfromUS$ 35View ›
Hue Day Tour: Imperial City, Dragon Boat & Tombs from Hue or Danang
Hue Day Tour: Imperial City, Dragon Boat & Tombs from Hue or Danang★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (85)7h–11hYou’ll drift along Hue’s Perfume River by dragon boat, step into the Imperial City’s faded grandeur with a local guide, and wander two royal tombs tucked among pines or stone mosaics. Expect hotel pickup (from Hue or Danang), moments of quiet surprise, and glimpses into Vietnam’s imperial past that linger long after you return.Free cancellationTravelers' pickKids −52%fromUS$ 40View ›
Hoi An & Marble Mountains: Evening Tour with Dinner & Pickup
Hoi An & Marble Mountains: Evening Tour with Dinner & Pickup★★★★★★★★★★ 4.60 (85)6h–7hYou’ll touch cool marble inside hidden caves near Da Nang, share dinner with local dishes in lantern-lit Hoi An Ancient Town, and wander riverside streets as night falls. With hotel pickup included and an English-speaking guide leading small discoveries along the way, expect moments that linger long after you’re dropped off again.Free cancellationKids −23%fromUS$ 38View ›
Hoi An Street Food Tour: 10 Local Tastings with Guide
Hoi An Street Food Tour: 10 Local Tastings with Guide★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (84)4hA half-day street food tour of Hoi An led by a local guide, tasting 10 local dishes at hidden spots off the main tourist route. The tour includes a guide, water, coffee or tea, and a meal at a local restaurant where you sit down with the group; it runs 4 hours and meets at 626 Hai Ba Trung street. On public holidays, a surcharge of USD 9 per person applies, payable on the day.Is it for me?The guide speaks English throughout, so you follow the history and the stories behind each dish without missing anything — good for a first visit to Hoi An or if you want to understand the town, not just eat your way through it.Free cancellationKids −48%fromUS$ 37View ›
Hue city tour with private driver: Customize your stops
Hue city tour with private driver: Customize your stops★★★★★★★★★★ 5.00 (83)4h–10hA private Hue city tour with hotel pickup and a local driver who knows the best routes and hidden spots. You pick which sites to visit—anywhere from three stops to eight—and set the pace; the driver handles navigation and parking while you explore the Citadel, royal tombs, Thien Mu Pagoda, and other landmarks across four to nine hours. Entrance fees to attractions are separate, and a tour guide service is available on request for an extra charge.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to control which sites you visit and how long you spend at each one—the driver navigates and handles logistics while you set the pace, which works well whether you're drawn to royal tombs and temples or prefer a mix that includes the incense village and abandoned park.Free cancellationTravelers' pickfromUS$ 26View ›
Hue to Hoi An Motorbike Tour via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountains
Hue to Hoi An Motorbike Tour via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountains★★★★★★★★★★ 4.99 (82)8h–10hYou’ll ride by motorbike from Hue to Hoi An or Danang with a local guide, crossing Hai Van Pass and stopping at Marble Mountains and Lang Co Beach for fresh seafood lunch. Expect salty air on your skin, laughter with your guide, incense-scented pagodas — plus hotel pickup and entry fees handled for you.Free cancellationfromUS$ 59View ›
Hoi An: Private Bike Tour River Islands, Crafts & Villages
Hoi An: Private Bike Tour River Islands, Crafts & Villages★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (82)4h–5hYou’ll pedal through Hoi An’s peaceful villages and river islands with a local guide, try your hand at rice paper making on Cam Kim island, weave mats with friendly locals, sip Vietnamese coffee by the water, and finish with a breezy ferry ride back to town. It’s a day full of small moments—sounds, tastes, laughter—that stay with you long after.Free cancellationKids −37%fromUS$ 45View ›
Dong Hoi: Paradise & Dark Caves with Zip-lining & Mud Bath
Dong Hoi: Paradise & Dark Caves with Zip-lining & Mud Bath★★★★★★★★★★ 4.91 (82)10hYou get picked up in Dong Hoi, walk through Asia's longest dry cave, then spend an afternoon swimming, zip-lining and mud-bathing in Dark Cave. A professional guide handles the route and timing, park fees and lunch are included, and you're back in town by evening. Bring a swimsuit and be ready to move between two very different cave experiences in one day.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see two major caves in one day without arranging transport, park tickets, or timing yourself — the fixed schedule and included guide let you move between Paradise and Dark Cave without gaps or decisions.Free cancellationfromUS$ 25View ›
Hoi An: Cooking Class with Local Chef & 4 Vietnamese Dishes
Hoi An: Cooking Class with Local Chef & 4 Vietnamese Dishes★★★★★★★★★★ 4.98 (81)2h 30mYou arrive at Jolie's home kitchen in Hoi An and cook four traditional Vietnamese dishes—papaya salad, pho, rice pancake, and eggplant in claypot—under guidance from a professional chef who sources organic ingredients from local vendors. Groups stay under ten people, vegetarian options are available for all dishes, and you eat what you've made with juice and water included. The class takes a few hours and ends with you sitting down to your own meal.Is it for me?Book this if you want to learn how Vietnamese home cooking actually works, not just taste it in a restaurant—Jolie's sourcing and her kitchen are what make the difference, and the small group size means you're cooking, not watching.Free cancellationKids −50%fromUS$ 40View ›
Da Lat morning tour: Alpine Coaster, Crazy House, Clay Tunnel
Da Lat morning tour: Alpine Coaster, Crazy House, Clay Tunnel★★★★★★★★★★ 4.95 (79)4h–5hA half-day morning tour of Da Lat combining three distinct stops: the Crazy House (one of the world's ten most bizarre buildings), an outdoor clay sculpture exhibition tracing the city's history, and Datanla waterfall nestled in pine forest. The tour includes pickup, professional guide in English or Vietnamese, entrance fees to the main sites, bottled water, and dropoff at a central restaurant; the Alpine Coaster at the waterfall is optional and paid separately.Is it for me?Book this if you want three distinct sites—waterfall, tunnel, and architecture—guided together in one morning rather than piecing together separate visits; the guide connects their cultural significance so you understand how they fit Da Lat's story.Free cancellationTravelers' pickBest valuefromUS$ 22View ›
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