Long Tan Private Tour Ho Chi Minh City: Australian Battlefield

A day at the Long Tan battlefield: the memorial, the tunnels, the stories behind Australia's role in the war

A private tour from Ho Chi Minh City to Long Tan, the former Australian military base and 1966 battlefield site, includes hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and a full day exploring the Long Tan Cross Memorial, the battlefield area, and the Long Phuoc Tunnels. The itinerary is flexible and can be customized to your interests. Lunch is available on the VIP option. The standard tour does not include it.

Options for this experience

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From US$ 109 per person, depending on the option and date you choose.See dates & book

Private tour, lunch not included 08:00 Guide in English Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, lunch not included. Pickup and drop-off at any hotel or private address in Ho Chi Minh City; pickup is included.

VIP private tour including lunch 08:00 Guide in English Limousine transport with lunch included. Pickup and drop-off at any hotel or private address in Ho Chi Minh City; pickup is included.

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Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Long Tan former military base

• Pick up from hotel in Ho Chi Minh City
• Drive to Long Tan through countryside
• Visit Long Tan Cross Memorial
• Walk battlefield area with guide
• Learn about Australian humanitarian efforts
• Return to Ho Chi Minh City

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off within Ho Chi Minh City.
• English-speaking guide.
• transport by air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water.
• access to the Long Tan Cross Memorial and battlefield area.
• visit to the Long Phuoc Tunnels.
• lunch on the VIP option only.

Times

• Every day 08:00

Before you book

Group Private

Live guide English

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup included.

Book up to 4h before

Ages Adult (12 and older) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Not recommended during pregnancy Infants must sit on laps

Operated by Viet Nam Adventure Tours JSC

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

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The experience

Your guide and driver pick you up from your hotel around 8:00 AM and drive 90 kilometers through the Vietnamese countryside toward Long Tan. The route passes rice fields, small villages, and rural landscapes. Along the way, your guide provides historical context about the Vietnam War and explains why this former Australian military base matters. The drive takes the morning and sets up everything that follows.

Once you arrive, you walk the Long Tan Cross Memorial, a tribute to the soldiers who died in the Battle of Long Tan in 1966. Your guide walks you through the battlefield itself, sharing details about the battle and the humanitarian work Australian forces undertook in the region, including efforts that built a school and left a lasting connection to the area. You explore the nearby Long Phuoc Tunnels, where you can see how the landscape and the tunnels shaped the conflict. The day is flexible. If certain stops or stories matter more to you, your guide can adjust the route.

You return to Ho Chi Minh City by around 3:00 PM. The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off within the city, bottled water, and an air-conditioned vehicle. If you book the VIP option, lunch is included. The standard tour does not include a meal, so you may want to eat before departure or bring snacks.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

How far is Long Tan from Ho Chi Minh City?

Long Tan is approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles) from Ho Chi Minh City. The drive takes several hours, and your guide provides historical context along the way.

What happened at Long Tan in 1966?

The Battle of Long Tan took place in 1966 and involved Australian forces. The Long Tan Cross Memorial honors the soldiers who fought and died there, and your guide shares stories and details about the battle during the visit to the battlefield area.

What is included in the tour?

The tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off within Ho Chi Minh City, an English-speaking guide, transport by air-conditioned vehicle, and bottled water. The VIP option adds lunch. The standard option does not.

Can I customize the itinerary?

Yes, the itinerary is flexible and can be customized based on your interests and preferences. Your guide can adjust the route and stops to focus on what matters most to you.

What are the Long Phuoc Tunnels?

The Long Phuoc Tunnels are part of the tour and show how the landscape and tunnel systems were used during the Vietnam War. Your guide explains their role in the conflict and what they reveal about the area's history.