All Indochina 1-Day Tours and Trips
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Danang City Tour - 1 day
This Da Nang tour is the ideal way to see the city and local surrounds. See all the cultural hotspots, temples and Da Nang city. Perfect for getting your bearings and get out and about into the countryside.
We pick up guests at the hotel at 8:00 am (Hoi An Town) and 8:30 am (Danang City). The excursion begins in Da Nang with a visit to the Cham Sculpture Museum. Then, the car brings you to the Marble Mountain, located in Ngu Hanh Son ward, south of Da Nang city. Stop on the way for a few minutes to visit Non Nuoc marble village. Around noon, have lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, continue by car to visit Son Tra Peninsula (also known as Monkey Mountain) and Linh Ung Pagoda. Jutting out into the sea, this is a beautiful place for sightseeing, tourism and cultural activities. The last place is Han market - The most important trading point of Da Nang City.
This tour is ideal for those looking for some of Danang's souvenirs before heading home at 4:30 pm (Danang City) and 5:00 pm (Hoi An Town). End of tour. Drop off at the hotel. Goodbye and see you again on the next trip!
City sightseeing
USD 64
Boat Trip To Cu Lao Cham - 1 day
Hoian can be the starting point of multiple excursions within one or two days, of which Cu Lao Cham Island attracts more and more tourist recently due to its charm, exciting daily life, and even the risk and limitation in favorable weather to get there.
ITINERARY
You will be picked-up at the hotel to depart to Cua Dai Wharf to register for the visit to Cham island. Soon we will just relax in fresh cool wind and enjoy striking landscape en route when the speed boat head to the island. Visit Bai Lang and local fishing villages before strolling to Bai Xep for snorkeling, and to Bai Chong, where we
can swim and fish before a lunch of fresh seafood. After all, the boat will take us back to the mainland where our vehicle escorts us back to the hotel in Hoian.
Local boat rides
USD 42
Hue Bike Tour and Boat Ride - 1 day
At 8:00am, we'll pick you up at your hotel and get started biking to Toa Kham boat landing. Here, take a Dragon boat trip up to Perfume River. Visit Thien Mu Pagoda built in 1601 between a river and a pine forest, one of the oldest and prettiest pagodas in the country.
Then, we'll cycle to the Citadel Complex of Hue, built by the Nguyen Dynasty from 1805 to 1945. The complex is now among the relics of the Hue ancient Capital.
Continue the bike tour through villages, on green shaded roads, by communal houses along the rivers, beside the canals and through the rice fields, heading to Thanh Toan bridge and the agricultural museum. Walk around the village to see the local market.
On the way back to the city, stop to have lunch at Thanh Toan eco restaurant and enjoy the garden. Chat with local people to learn more about their lives. Ride back to the city and end the tour at 3 PM.
Bicycle tours
USD 59
Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day - 1 day
You will join in a full-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi tunnels about 8:00 am.
First, you will visit Notre Dame Cathedral and General Post Office, both of which are excellent examples of French colonial architecture.
Then, you will visit two famous tourist destinations in Saigon. First Reunification Palace, which is used to be the house and workplace of the President of South Vietnam. It is also the last place of the end of the war in Vietnam. Then we visit War Remnants Museum which has many exhibitions relating to the Vietnam War.
After that, you will pay a visit to Ben Thanh Market, to see a wide variety of important goods that all locals need for their daily lives as well as a large number of local handicraft and textiles and buy them as souvenirs.
Afterward, you will explore Cu Chi Tunnels.
Cu Chi Tunnels are one of the most famous historic sites in Vietnam. It is a huge network of tunnels connecting the underground and used for military campaigns during the Vietnam War.
Upon your arrival, you will be given several short introductions accompanied with an introductory video showing you the way the tunnels were built as well as the way local people survived in the serious conditions of the war.
Next, you will have time to discover the remaining area and tunnel systems which consists of the stunningly built living areas featuring all spaces necessary such as kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other manmade amenities such as field hospitals, storage, weapons factories, and command centers aiding anyone staying inside the tunnels.
Moreover, you will also have time exploring many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the complicated tunnels for the purpose of security during the war.
After that, you will be served a cup of special tea and cassava before trying your hand at shooting a real gun.
Finally, you will be transferred back to Saigon. The trip ends around 7 pm.
Sightseeing Tours
USD 32
Saigon By Night - Water Puppet Show & Dinner on Cruise - 1 day
17:45 - Your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel, enjoy the views of the city as you make your way to the water puppet show. The shows tells the story of the Vietnamese folklore of the Vietnamese people as one of the high lights of Vietnamese arts. (Shows are performed entirely in Vietnamese which is not a problem for the visiting tourist as the puppet gestures are obvious enough to keep the audience enthralled. The musicians are often positioned to one side of the stage adding in sound effects and songs as the people-styled puppets, dragons, fairies and other ornamental figures dance across the stage).
After the show, you will be taken to the cruise dock where you will board a cruise on the Saigon River. When onboard you will be enjoying a delicious dinner and see Saigon by night.
Once dinner is finished you will disembark the cruise and be taken back to your hotel where your tour concludes at. approximately 10pm.
Adventure
USD 48
Early Morning Bicycle Tour In Hanoi - 1 day
At 6 am, our guide will meet you at your hotel for the start of an enjoyable early morning bicycle tour in Hanoi.
First, you will begin biking to Hoan Kiem Lake, which occupies a strategic location in the center of the capital. Beautiful and quiet, the lake is where the locals go to get away from the noise of the city. Around the lake, you can observe local residents doing their early morning routine such as walking, jogging or having breakfast in nearby cafes.
Next, you will proceed to the West Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Hanoi. Along the way, you can make stops at the Presidential Palace and Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum, where you can take many beautiful photos.
You will have around 1.5 hours to bike around the West Lake, which is a popular area for the locals to do their early morning yoga, Tai Chi, or jogging. After circling the lake (with a circumference of 17 km), you will have a short visit to Tran Quoc Pagoda, built in 16th century and is the oldest temple in Vietnam. The pagoda, which resides on a small island, was built during the time of King Ly Nam De as a cultural symbol of Vietnamese Buddhism.
You can also make a stop at a lakeside café, where you can take in the scenery while enjoying a hot bowl of Pho (traditional Vietnamese noodle soup).
Finally, you will ride back to your hotel where the tour ends at 9 am.
Bicycle tours
USD 33
Discovering the Cham Islands full Day - 1 day
At 7:45 am - 8:00 am, a local tour guide will pick you up at your hotel's lobby and transfer with you to Cua Dai harbour. Relax in fresh cool wind and enjoy the beautiful landscape on the speed boat to Cham island.
Upon arrival at the island you shall visit Au Thuyen, where the local boats hide during storms before walking along the rice field to visit the over-100-years-old temple of Hai Tang Pagoda and fishing village.
Next, we will transfer to Dai island where you can try your hand at spotting the local marine life during some snorkeling at the coral reef. When finished, we shall head back to Ong island for some relaxing, swimming, sunbathing and where you will be served a lunch with fresh seafood.
Return to Hoi An around 3:00 pm. End tour at your hotel in Hoi An.
CruiseSnorkeling
USD 60
Bach Ma National Park full Day - 1 day
Mountains, lagoons and waterfalls! This adventure will take you out of the heat of the city to experience what an amazing landscape Vietnam truly has. One not to be missed when you are in Hue City.
Itinerary:
At 7:00 am, we'll pick you up at your hotel in Hue city and depart to Bach Ma National Park. Stop at the Visitor Centre to be given an introduction about the park. Drive to the summit of Bach Ma and from this peak, Hai Vong Dai (Sea-view tower), to see the wonderful panorama of mountains, lagoons and East Sea. After a hike to the Five Lakes, swim in the cool and clear streams of water and take a rest at the huge rocks.
Lunch at local restaurant with Vietnamese food.
In the afternoon, we'll visit the beautiful Rhododendron Falls, with a height of 300m, located in the rhododendron flower forest.
The tour ends at about 5:30 pm at your hotel in Hue.
Trekking and HikingWaterfalls
USD 60
Trek in Bach Ma National Park from Hue City - 1 day
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This adventure/ecological tour will take you to the most unique and beautiful landscapes around Hue City where you can enjoy a day trekking away from the crowds in beautiful Bach Ma National Park.
A mountainous area not far from the coast, Bach Ma not only has atmospheric jungle and interesting flora & fauna but also spectacular views over the beautiful coastal beaches and lagoons. It is a hill-station founded by the French during the colonial period in the early 1930’s and it is not on the popular tourist route so you are likely to enjoy this natural wonder away from the crowds.
Our local guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Hue City and bring you to Bach Ma National Park, the mountainous area located about 45km from the city centre and 1.45m above sea level. Upon arrival, you will visit Bach Ma's information centre to learn about the ecological system of the Park.
Trek along the trails through the forest to Do Quyen, the Rhododendron waterfalls at a height of 300 meters. Continue to Ngu Ho (Five Lakes), where you can relax and enjoy a swim in the jungle. A picnic lunch will be served.
Later, head to the summit for the beautiful views. At the end of the tour, you will be driven back to your hotel.
Trekking and Hiking
USD 117
Bach Ma Hiking Private Tour - 1 day
This is a full day tour with the departure time of 8.00 am. This tour will take you to various destinations where the time in each can be flexible as per your request.
At 8.00 am, you will be greeted and picked up at your hotel’s lobby by a local tour guide who will take you to the summit by car. Along the way, it is a good idea to visit Cau Hoi lagoon and Chan May Port on such a sunny day. You will pass through beautiful landscapes of rice fields, mountains scenery and bamboo ranges there.
Once arriving at Bach Ma National Park center, you get an overview of the park at the center before being transferred to the summit of the mountain which is 20km away. Then, you will visit Hai Vong Dai by trekking along the path through forest. At Hai Vong Dai, you can have a 360-degree view of the surrounding area which is always shrouded in mist and clouds.
At about 11.00 am, you will be taken to the parking area by car to explore Five Lakes. You stop at Lake No. 5 to take a rest, have a light lunch and then soak in cool water of the lake. The climate in Bach Ma National Park and Five Lake is cool making it comfortable and enjoyable.
Following the morning adventure and a rest after lunch, you will continue the tour by trekking ahead to visit the the picturesque Do Quyen waterfall. This waterfall is named after the flowers at the stream under the waterfall that make Bach Ma attractive. You trek up and down about 700 steps on foot to admire the whole fall as silver water running from the height. It is a must-see destination in Bach Ma National Park. From the top of the waterfall, you will have a good view of water falling onto the rocks, see the forest below and clouds on the sky.
At about 4.00 pm, you finish the tour and return to Da Nang. The car will drop you off at your hotel in Hue city.
End of tour.
Trekking and Hiking
USD 103
Hoi An Exploration - Half-Day Tour from Da Nang - 1 day
Our guide will pick you up at your hotel around 2:00 pm for a half-day trip in Hoi An town.
We start our trip by strolling around the ancient town of Hoi An. We will see Chua Cau or Japanese Covered Bridge, considered the symbol of Hoi An and a fine example of Japanese architecture. Step back in time to discover the Chinese street with the stunning Phuc Kien Hall and Phung Hung, an old house typical of Hoi An architecture.
We then visit Hoi An's vibrant market and ancient port to explore the rhythm of local life and savor the true color, flavor and taste of the oriental.
Finally, we visit Phuc Thanh Pagoda – the oldest pagoda in Hoi An built in 1454 with Chinese bronze.
At the end of the tour, we will have dinner in a local restaurant with signature specialties of Hoi An: the Cao Lau noodles and White Rose dumpling.
Transfer back to the hotel around 8:00 p.m. End of services.
Art and architecture
USD 63
Hoi An City Half-Day Private Tour - 1 day
Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel at 8 am or 2 pm (the pickup time is flexible and you can request one that suits your requirement).
A UNESCO World Heritage site, Hoi An draws tourists from all over the world who delight in the city's old charm and simple way of life. Still, visitors are happy to find their tastes catered to with a variety of restaurants and handicraft shops, plus an increasing number of hotels and resorts.
The tour takes you the city's well-preserved "Ancient Town" district, which is dotted with old buildings and canals. By strolling around the area, you will discover the former port city’s melting-pot history reflected in its unique architecture — a mix of eras and styles, from wooden Chinese shops, houses and temples to vibrant French colonial-style structures, ornate Vietnamese tube houses and the symbolic covered Japanese Bridge with its pagoda.
You continue your city tour with visits to these other attractions in Hoi An: Phuc Kien Chinese Assembly Hall, Kwan Temple, Tan Ky Old House, and the Museum of History and Culture.
After your sightseeing tour, you will go to Hoi An Handicraft Workshop where a collection of traditional handicrafts is on display including pottery, wood carvings, embroidery, weaving and lantern art. The handicraft workshop is housed in a 200-year-old Chinese trading house. Here, visitors can also enjoy an exceptional cultural show featuring local singers, dancers and musicians.
You will be driven back to your hotel at the end tour.
Culture shows and excursions
USD 41
Hanoi on a Tricycle - 1 day
Don't miss this chance to explore Hanoi during a leisurely cyclo ride. Hop onto the rickshaw early in the morning and travel to Hoan Kiem Lake, the first destination of you trip, which is located in the historical center of the city. Your next destination is Hanoi's West Lake, the biggest lake in the capital and a popular destination in the city among expats.
Stop to see the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the Presidential Palace of Vietnam. Take pictures and cycle around the lake before heading for the Tran Quoc Pagoda, after which you travel to the Temple of Literature, the first college in Vietnam and a place dedicated to Confucius. Get the chance to enjoy a delicious bowl of the famous Vietnamese pho noodles for breakfast.
Next, you can choose between the Vietnam Museum of Ethnology, home to the artefacts representing Vietnam's numerous ethnic groups, and Hoa Lo Prison, which was once used by the French to hold political prisoners. Both these places will provide you with the chance to learn more about Vietnamese culture and history.
You also have the option of watching a 45-minute water puppet show or enjoying the fascinating lonah circus (own expense). You will be taken back to your hotel at around 12:00 pm, when the trip comes to an end.
City sightseeing
USD 50
Hue Biking and Cooking Class - 1 day
Immerse yourself in traditional Vietnamese food and culture on this full-day tour of Thanh Toan village! Live like a local for the day as you cycle around the rice paddies, shop at the village market and try your luck net fishing on a small boat cruise. Then, get hands-on in the kitchen with a cooking class and learn to make local specialties before tucking into your delicious home-cooked lunch.
In the morning, you will be picked up at your hotel in Hue. Get started biking to Thanh Toan village and head out on the green shaded roads, passing by communal houses along the rivers, canals, and the rice fields. Stop at Thanh Toan restaurant for a short break. Stroll through the village to visit the Thanh Toan tile-roofed bridge, an agriculture tools museum and local market.
Later, board a small boat for a river cruise where you can engage with local fishermen and enjoy a hands-on experience of traditional net fishing.
Bike back to Thanh Toan restaurant where you can see the farmers working and learn how they grow many kinds of vegetables, before joining a cooking class. Learn the traditional ways of preparing and cooking Vietnamese foods that may include fig mixed with shrimp and pork, lot leaves with grilled beef, and pancakes.
After the lesson, enjoy what you have cooked including braised fish, vegetables with beef, white rice, and dessert (fruit or lotus seed sugar soup). Return to your hotel by bicycle.
Cooking classesBicycle tours
USD 62