Things to do in Vietnam
Cu Chi Tunnels Tour87 optionsCity Sightseeing Saigon19 optionsDay Trips from Ho Chi Minh10 optionsHo Chi Minh River Cruise56 optionsHa Long Bay Tours67 optionsBa Na Hills Tickets44 optionsDay Trips from Hanoi18 optionsSapa Tours36 optionsHalong Bay Overnight Cruise23 optionsBai Tu Long Bay Tours24 optionsNinh Binh Tours19 optionsHo Chi Minh Food Tour81 options
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Hanoi: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Fast Entry TicketsYou’ll slip into Hanoi’s Thang Long Water Puppet Theater without waiting in line, settle in among locals and travelers alike, and watch colorful puppets glide over shimmering water as live musicians play just steps away. From laughter at playful dragons to unexpected moments of quiet, every detail pulls you into Vietnam’s oldest stories.
Da Lat Canyoning & Zipline: 1500m forest adventureA six-hour canyoning and zipline adventure in Da Lat combines two activities in one day: descend waterfalls and rock walls using specialized equipment, then zip 1500m across the forest canopy on Asia's longest forest zipline system. Professional guides, transport from your hotel, lunch and all safety gear are included. Children from age 7 can join; moderate fitness is required.Is it for me?Choose this if you want both activities in one session rather than separate days, and prefer a smaller group where guides can watch each person through the canyon sections.
Hue to Hoi An via Hai Van Pass: Private car with scenic stopsA private car transfer from Hue to Hoi An (or reverse) that stops at five scenic points along the coastal route: Lap An Lagoon, Lang Co Beach, Hai Van Pass, Marble Mountains, and optional add-ons depending on your choice at checkout. The driver speaks basic English, picks you up from your hotel, and the journey takes five to six hours total. You set the pace at each stop — linger over coffee at the lagoon, walk the beach, climb to the old French bunkers, or photograph the stone dragons at Marble Mountains.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving in Hue and need to reach Hoi An anyway — the scenic stops turn a transfer into a day of its own, and the private car means you're not locked into someone else's schedule or sitting with strangers. It works well for couples, families and anyone who wants to photograph the coast without renting a car or navigating the roads themselves.
Hanoi Old Quarter: Private Street Food Walking TourYou’ll weave through Hanoi’s Old Quarter with a local guide, sampling everything from beef noodle soup to sticky rice and even adventurous snail dishes. Expect ten different tastings (the menu changes), plus egg coffee and local beer breaks. It’s not just about eating — you’ll hear stories behind each dish and catch those small city moments you don’t get on your own.
Incense Stick Village Photo Tour from HanoiThis 6-hour photography tour from Hanoi takes you to an incense stick village 1.5 hours away, where you photograph the dyeing and drying process that creates the distinctive red color locals have made for generations. An English-speaking photographer guide, bottled water, entrance fees and air-conditioned vehicle are included; pickup from your hotel is arranged.Is it for me?The early start and 1.5-hour drive mean you're on the road before dawn and away from Hanoi for the full morning and early afternoon—the pace is set by the production schedule, not by a fixed itinerary of stops. Book this if you want to photograph a working process rather than visit a site, and if you're comfortable with an early departure and a long drive to reach the village.
Ban Gioc Waterfall: 3-Day Hanoi Trip & Camping at Angle's EyeYou leave Hanoi early morning and reach Ban Gioc Waterfall by afternoon, spending your first night in a hotel nearby. Day two takes you to Ban Gioc Pagoda for the aerial view, then by motorbike to Angle's Eye Mountain, where you camp in a tent with meals and a campfire included. On the final morning you catch the sunrise, trek the summit, and return to Hanoi by evening. The guide, van, all meals, and entrance fees are included.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Vietnam's largest waterfall without rushing back the same day, and you're willing to camp one night to do it—the overnight stay near the waterfall and the mountain campsite are what make a full three-day experience possible instead of a long day trip.
Mekong Delta Day Trip from Ho Chi Minh City: Sampan & Bike TourYou travel two hours south to My Tho, then spend the day on a motorized sampan, a rowing boat through narrow canals, and a bicycle through rural island gardens. Lunch with a local family includes watching banh khot being made, and you visit working farms, craft workshops, and cottage industries before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the late afternoon. All transport, entry fees, meals and a guide are included.Is it for me?A good fit if you want to move through the Mekong Delta beyond the main tourist stops—the full day is what makes visiting floating farms, cycling quiet island roads, and stopping at working cottage industries possible without feeling rushed. Plan for an early start and a late afternoon return; the length is what lets you actually spend time in each place instead of just passing through.
Ba Vi Village Tour from Hanoi: Tea Farms, Cycling & CookingIf you’re craving a real taste of Vietnamese village life, this Ba Vi day trip lets you pick tea with locals, cook family recipes, cycle through rice fields, and unwind with a herbal foot soak—all just outside Hanoi.
Saigon Cooking Class: Farm Visit, Chef-Led Lunch & PickupYou’ll pick fresh ingredients from an organic Saigon farm before learning to cook four Vietnamese dishes with a local chef. Enjoy lunch together after your hands-on class, hear family stories from your guide, and take home recipes — plus hotel pickup makes it easy to join in.
Halong Bay Day Cruise from Hanoi: Caves, Kayak & Island HikeYou’ll start your Halong Bay day trip with hotel pickup in Hanoi before cruising for six hours among limestone cliffs. Kayak or take a bamboo boat near Sung Sot Cave, enjoy a Vietnamese seafood lunch onboard, then climb Ti Top Island for sweeping views—or just relax on its beach. End your day watching sunset colors on the bay before heading back to Hanoi feeling changed in small ways.
Early Morning Ba Na Hills & Golden Bridge Tour from Hoi AnAn early morning private tour from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills includes hotel pickup, a 20-minute cable car ride, and access to the Golden Bridge, Wine Tunnel, Flower Garden, Linh Ung Pagoda, French Village, and Fantasy Park. The tour departs before dawn to catch the landmark without crowds, and you return to your hotel after five to six hours. Cable car tickets (1,000,000 VND per adult) are separate; children under 1.4 meters ride free.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to photograph the Golden Bridge in daylight without crowds—the early start is what makes that possible. The private format means the guide moves at your pace, and the five-hour window gives you time at each stop without feeling rushed.
Lan Ha Bay & Ha Long: Full Day Boat Trip with Kayak & LunchYou’ll float through Lan Ha Bay past Cai Beo village, kayak under rock arches into quiet lagoons, swim at wild beaches and share a fresh Vietnamese lunch on deck. Expect laughter with your local guide and moments of real calm between adventures—this day trip leaves you lighter than you arrived.
Cat Ba Cruise: Lan Ha Bay Kayaking & Viet Hai BikingA 2-day cruise departing Cat Ba Island explores Lan Ha Bay's hidden coves and floating fishing villages by kayak and swim, with an overnight stay on the boat and a sunset cooking class. Day two takes you inland by bike through Viet Hai village's rural roads and rice fields. An English-speaking guide leads both days; you pick up from Hanoi or Beo Harbour at the start.Is it for me?Book this cruise if you're arriving in northern Vietnam with a free couple of days and want to see limestone karsts and rural village life without the crowds of Ha Long Bay. The small-group format and mix of water and land activities—kayaking one day, biking the next—keeps the pace varied and the experience personal. If you prefer a single-day trip or a longer cruise, look at the 1-day or 3-day versions instead.
Sapa: Motorbike Tour to Ban Khoang, Ta Phin & Local VillagesYou’ll ride pillion on a motorbike out of Sapa into winding mountain roads, stopping at quiet villages like Ban Khoang and Ta Phin. Meet Hmong and Red Dao families, taste homemade tea in their kitchens, and see endless rice terraces from high up on O Quy Ho pass. It’s quick but full of real moments you’ll remember long after you’re back in town.
Vegan Food Tour by Motorbike in Ho Chi Minh City: 9 DishesA 4-hour vegan food tour by motorbike in Ho Chi Minh City where you ride behind your guide through District 10, Cholon and the city's oldest neighborhoods, stopping at street stalls and markets to taste nine dishes including bún bò, bánh mì, gỏi cuốn and chè mâm. Your guide handles the traffic; you handle the food. Pickup from your accommodation and drop-off at your hotel or the Saigon Opera House are included, along with all dishes, snacks, drinks and accident insurance.Is it for me?Small groups work best here since you're riding on the back of a motorbike—this tour suits solo travelers and pairs who want to taste street food the way locals do, moving fast through hidden neighborhoods instead of sitting at a restaurant table.
Da Lat day trip from Nha Trang: Datanla Falls & Zen monasteryA full-day guided tour from Nha Trang to Da Lat, 140 km inland and 1,500 meters up into the Central Highlands, with stops at Datanla Waterfall, Truc Lam Zen Monastery overlooking Tuyen Lam Lake, the 1938 Da Lat railway station, Linh Phuoc Pagoda and Xuan Huong Lake. An English-speaking guide and driver handle the route; entrance fees, transport and bottled water are included. The tour wraps by 3 pm, leaving time to explore Da Lat further or head back to the coast.Is it for me?Book this if you're comfortable with a full day of winding mountain roads and coach travel to reach Da Lat's 1,500m altitude; English-speaking guide throughout.
Da Lat Trekking Tour: Hidden Waterfall & Sturgeon Farm with DogsThis three-hour trekking tour from Twin Beans Farm takes you into Da Lat forest with a pack of seven dogs as guides, stopping at one of the region's largest sturgeon farms and a waterfall closed to the public. The tour includes an English or Vietnamese-speaking guide, purified water, fruits and snacks at the waterfall, and sturgeon farm entry; round-trip hotel transfer is available as an add-on option. Not suitable for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you're a dog lover with a free afternoon in Da Lat and want to reach a waterfall most visitors can't access—the pack of seven dogs makes the trek feel less like a standard hike and more like exploring with a group of companions. The three-hour length fits between breakfast and lunch, or you can stay after to book the coffee roasting workshop or candle-making class on-site.
Cao Bang Day Tour by Motorbike or Car: Ban Gioc WaterfallA full-day guided tour of Cao Bang visiting Ban Gioc Waterfall, Angel Eye Mountain, Nguom Ngao Cave and a traditional Nung ethnic village, all within the UNESCO Non Nuoc Cao Bang Global Geopark. You choose how to travel: ride your own motorbike (with valid international permit), hire a local driver, or book a private car. The tour includes breakfast, lunch, a local guide speaking English or Vietnamese, and entrance fees to all sites.Is it for me?Book this if you're arriving with a free day and want to see Ban Gioc Waterfall, Nguom Ngao Cave, and Angel Eye Mountain in one trip—choose self-riding on a motorbike if you hold an international permit and want to set your own pace, or hire a local driver if you'd rather focus on the sights.
Cooking Class Hoi An: Learn banh xeo from a local chefYou’ll step into a real Hoi An kitchen to cook side by side with a local chef—mixing batter for banh xeo, rolling fresh spring rolls, tasting as you go. You’ll share laughs over papaya salad and finish by enjoying your own homemade Vietnamese meal together. Expect hands-on learning, small surprises, and flavors that linger long after you leave.
Tam Coc boat ride Ninh Binh: 2-hour river tour with 3 grottosYou’ll start your Ninh Binh adventure with hotel pickup in Hanoi before exploring ancient Hoa Lu temples, sharing a local buffet lunch in Tam Coc, then gliding by boat through limestone caves rowed by locals. Cycle along rice fields and finish with a climb to Mua Cave’s lookout — expect sweat, laughter, and views that linger long after you’re home.
