Things to do in Southern Vietnam
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Mekong Delta: Cai Rang Floating Market, Cooking & Bike TourYou’ll float through early-morning chaos at Cai Rang market, snack on coconut candy fresh off the fire, try your hand at making Vietnamese pancakes, and pedal past waving kids on Ben Tre’s village roads—all with a local guide who knows every shortcut. It’s humid, lively, sometimes messy—and you’ll probably remember the taste of honey tea long after you’re home.
Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels: Day Trip with LunchYou’ll wander French colonial streets in Ho Chi Minh City, pause at powerful war sites, share a Vietnamese lunch with your group, and crawl through real Cu Chi Tunnels with a local guide. Expect moments that linger—a taste of tapioca after dark tunnels or laughter over mispronounced words—plus all transport and entry fees included.
Mekong Delta: 2-Day Floating Market & Village Tour from Ho Chi MinhYou’ll drift through riverside villages by boat from Ho Chi Minh City, taste fresh coconut candy in Ben Tre, wake early for Cai Rang’s floating market colors, and find calm at Truc Lam Phuong Nam Zen Monastery—all with a local guide handling logistics and meals so you can just soak it in.
Mekong Delta tour: Cai Be floating market sampan rowingA full-day Mekong Delta tour departing Ho Chi Minh City at 7:30am for Cai Be floating market and Vinh Long villages, with an English-speaking guide, hotel pickup, and Vietnamese lunch included. You board a boat to explore the floating market, row a sampan through narrow canals lined with water coconut trees to reach a local orchard, taste tropical fruits, watch a home-cooking demonstration, try bánh xèo pancakes with a local chef, and cycle or rest in hammocks through the villages before visiting a land market on the return.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to move at the Delta's own pace instead of rushing through the highlights—the sampan rowing, the orchard lunch, and the bicycle option through villages are what turn a market visit into a full immersion in how people actually live here. The fixed 7:30am departure and the guide's English mean the logistics are settled, so the day stays unhurried.
Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels & War Museum Full DayYou visit the Cu Chi Tunnels with a documentary and local food, then return to Ho Chi Minh City for the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, and two French-era landmarks—the Central Post Office and Notre Dame Cathedral. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, along with lunch, a guide, and all entry fees. Plan for a full day out; that's what fits both the tunnels and the city into one trip.Is it for me?Right for travelers who want to understand Vietnam's war history and see the city's colonial architecture in one day without arranging transport or tickets themselves. The full-day pace—eight hours or more—is what makes fitting both the tunnels and the main city landmarks possible in a single trip.
Saigon: Private Speedboat to Phu Chau Floating Temple TourYou’ll leave Saigon’s busy streets behind by private speedboat, catching river breezes and glimpses of daily life along the banks before arriving at Phu Chau Floating Temple—a colorful island sanctuary rarely seen by most travelers. With your local guide’s stories and time to wander, plus fresh coconut juice on board, you’ll experience another side of Ho Chi Minh City that stays with you.
Phu Quoc: Street Food Tour with Locals & Night Market WalkYou’ll squeeze onto little blue chairs beside locals in Phu Quoc, biting into smoky BBQ skewers and fresh banh mi as your guide shares stories about island life. Seafood noodles steam up your glasses while you laugh over clumsy Vietnamese toasts. At the night market, you’ll wander past glowing stalls before finishing with coconut ice cream that somehow tastes even sweeter under neon lights.
Ho Chi Minh City: Michelin Food Tour by Motorbike at NightYou’ll ride pillion through Saigon’s buzzing night streets on this Michelin food tour by motorbike, stopping at local favorites for chicken noodle soup, bánh xèo pancakes, grilled beef wrapped in betel leaves, and rich bò kho stew. Expect laughter with your guide, skyline views from Ba Son Bridge, and an honest taste of Ho Chi Minh City’s street life—all with pickup included.
Mekong Delta: Cai Be Cooking Class, Kayak & Boat Day TripYou’ll swap city bustle for slow riverside rhythms on this Mekong Delta day trip from Ho Chi Minh City. Paddle narrow canals by kayak or sampan, taste fruit straight from orchards, join a hands-on Vietnamese cooking class with locals, and share lunch under mango trees before heading home with new stories—and maybe sticky fingers.
Phu Quoc: Private Snorkeling Tour Half-moon Reef & Coral MountainYou’ll float above Phu Quoc’s wildest coral reefs by private speedboat with an underwater guide who actually swims beside you—not just shouting from the boat. Expect clear water at Half-moon Reef and Coral Mountain, fresh fruit breaks on an island beach, and real moments with local guides who know every hidden spot. You might leave with salt on your skin—and a memory that lingers longer than you expect.
Hanoi: Egg Coffee Cooking Class & Spring Roll SnackYou’ll step into a welcoming Hanoi café and learn how to make traditional egg coffee from scratch with a local instructor guiding you every step. Whisk your own creamy topping, pour your perfect cup, then relax with a fresh spring roll as you chat about Vietnamese coffee culture. It’s hands-on, relaxed, and leaves you with both new skills and sweet memories.
Ben Tre motorbike and sailboat tour: Countryside and Mekong riverA full-day Ben Tre tour from Ho Chi Minh City combines motorbike exploration of countryside villages, a sailboat cruise through coconut-shaded canals, and lunch prepared by a local family—with an English-speaking guide, pickup from your hotel, and time to rest in a hammock between activities. The route stays off the main tourist trail, moving through sleepy settlements and quiet waterways instead of crowded markets.Is it for me?Choose the private option if you want to set the pace and ask the guide about local life without a schedule; the shared trip works if you're happy to meet other travelers and split the cost. Either way, the early start and fixed itinerary mean you see the countryside before the heat peaks and the afternoon rain arrives, so you're back in the city with time to spare.
Saigon: Michelin Street Food Scooter Tour & 9 TastingsYou’ll taste your way across Saigon on scooters with locals—sampling nine dishes from North to South Vietnam, sipping sugarcane juice or beer at bustling markets, and ending with dessert by the river. Expect laughter, real street life, hotel pickup included, plus small surprises that linger long after you’re home.
Ho Chi Minh City: Cai Rang Floating Market & Mekong Day TripYou start before sunrise at Ninh Kieu Wharf and spend the morning navigating Cai Rang Floating Market by boat, tasting fresh pineapple from vendors and eating breakfast while the market trades around you. After that, you make noodles by hand at a family workshop, walk through a local village, and visit Muoi Cuong Cocoa Farm to see how chocolate gets made traditionally. Hotel pickup, guide, all meals, entrance fees, and return transport to Ho Chi Minh City by 3pm are included.Is it for me?Pick this tour if you want to see the Mekong Delta's main attractions—the floating market, village life, and local food traditions—without arranging transport, guides, or timing yourself; the fixed schedule and included pickup handle all three in a single day.
Ho Chi Minh City half-day tour: Markets & colonial landmarksA half-day Ho Chi Minh City tour covering the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Ben Thanh Market, Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office, with a live English-speaking guide and hotel pickup included. Choose between a small group or private option; guides in Spanish, Italian, French and other languages available for an additional charge. Bottled water is provided throughout.Is it for me?Book the small group tour if you're comfortable sharing the guide and vehicle with other travelers and want to keep the cost down. Choose the private option if you prefer the guide's full attention and flexibility to linger at any stop without waiting for the group to move on.
Ho Chi Minh City to Cu Chi Tunnels: Speedboat & War HistoryYou travel by speedboat along the Saigon River to Cu Chi Tunnels, crawl through the underground network with your guide, eat a traditional lunch, and choose your own return stop — War Remnants Museum, Ben Thanh Market, or your hotel. Hotel pickup and all entry fees are included, so you don't arrange transport or tickets yourself.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Cu Chi Tunnels without arranging your own transport or tickets — the speedboat route also saves you from a long bus ride and gives you river views most day trips skip.
Cần Giờ Eco-Tour: Monkeys, Crocodiles & War HistoryThis full-day eco-tour from Ho Chi Minh City takes you by van and boat into Cần Giờ Mangrove Biosphere Reserve to interact with over 1,000 long-tailed monkeys at Monkey Island, observe crocodiles at a farm, navigate the mangrove ecosystem by boat, and explore a former Vietnam War base. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, lunch at a local restaurant, and an English-speaking guide are included; the tour runs 7 to 8 hours and suits all fitness levels, though it is not recommended for pregnant travelers or those with cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?Choose this if you're based in District 1 and want a full day combining wildlife, mangrove forest, and historical sites in one trip—the van picks you up from your hotel and handles all entry fees, so you move between locations without backtracking to arrange tickets.
Ho Chi Minh: Cholon & Binh Tay Market Private Walking TourYou’ll walk through Quân 6’s winding alleys with a local guide, sample snacks at Binh Tay Market, pause inside Thien Hau Temple’s smoky calm, and hear real stories from someone who grew up here. If you want Ho Chi Minh beyond the big sights, this private tour is where you’ll feel it most.
Private Mekong Delta Floating Market Tour from Ho Chi Minh CityA private 10-hour tour from Ho Chi Minh City to the Mekong Delta, departing early to reach Cai Rang Floating Market before crowds, then moving to smaller canals and village workshops inaccessible to larger boats. An English-speaking guide leads the day; hotel pickup, lunch, entrance fees, and boat transport are included. The private format means flexible pacing and no shared itinerary.Is it for me?Because this is a private tour, you move at your own pace and skip the crowded group departures—the early start and smaller boats mean you see the floating market while traders are actively working and reach the village canals that larger tours cannot access. Choose this if you want flexibility and access to the quieter corners of the delta.
Cu Chi Tunnels: Private Half Day Tour with PickupYou’ll crawl through the historic Cu Chi tunnels outside Ho Chi Minh City, hear personal stories from a local guide, taste traditional tapioca with tea, and see hidden trapdoors up close. Expect some sweat, a few laughs—and maybe a new way of seeing Vietnam’s past.
