Top 15 Vietnam History Tours

2.Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Local Expert by SpeedBoat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,045 reviews · from $89

Travel from Bach Dang Pier by luxury speedboat to the Cu Chi Tunnels with a guide such as Mr Chi, Moon, Danny, or Tham. Expect river views, breakfast, a documentary, jungle paths, narrow tunnels, wartime exhibits, cassava, and a seven-course Vietnamese lunch. Groups are capped at 15.

“Mr. Chi gave us an informative, fun, and interesting tour. Learned a lot about what life was like during the war and about the area/people in general. Enjoyed getting to watch a propaganda film and shoot a rifle. The speedboat let us beat the crowds! Highly recommend.”

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3.Hanoi Heritage Premium Daily Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 914 reviews · from $49

Spend about eight hours touring Hanoi by limousine, from Tran Quoc Pagoda and the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum to the Ethnology Museum, Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. The $49 price includes entrance fees, lunch, an English-speaking guide, and one bottle of water per limousine leg. Expect a full schedule and a group of up to 19.

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5.Ancient Town Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 766 reviews · from $2Best value

Spend three hours exploring Hoi An with an English-speaking local guide from Freetour Vietnam. Visit the Japanese Culture Gallery, Covered Bridge, Quan Thang Ancient House, Fujian Assembly Hall, Kazik Park, a dumpling stop, and the central market. Guides such as Karla, Kun, June, Minh, Tom, and Vinh bring local stories, humor, and useful food and shopping advice.

“Really good, great guide who was funny and informative.”

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6.Marble Mountains – Hoi An Ancient Town Sunset Daily Ingroup Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 690 reviews · from $33

This six-hour afternoon tour takes you from Da Nang to Marble Mountains, its caves and Buddhist shrines, then on to lantern-lit Hoi An. Expect a small group of up to 22 people, hotel transfers, a Vietnamese dinner, and guides such as Coco, Oanh, Châu, or Phuc, depending on the day. The pace is full, and the mountain involves steps.

“Though we were promised a bigger group for this tour but we got a smaller group. No complains as Sky our guide was good and Hoi An was a cute little town to keep us warm. The marble mountains and visit to a marble shop.could be missed. The guides would not tell you this but there is an elevator to climb up.and down the marble mountain caves. It is less than 1USD to use it.”

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7.Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 517 reviews · from $9

Spend about three hours walking Hoi An with a local guide such as Kun, Anh, Trang, or Minh. Visit the Japanese Culture Gallery, Covered Bridge, Cantonese Assembly Hall, Quan Thang Ancient House, art theatre, and central market. Expect a small group of up to 10, herbal tea, food samples, and practical local tips.

“We had a lovely afternoon exploring the old town of Hoi An with Nguyen! She is super knowledgeable about the town and it's history and she kept us engaged and entertained throughout with her funny tidbits and smile. We even got to try Read more”

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8.From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 480 reviews · from $14

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels on a 6 to 7-hour group tour. An English-speaking guide leads you through the command center, bunkers, smoke-less stove, and tunnel displays, with tapioca, tea, bottled water, and entrance fees included. Guides may include Kevin, Kyle, or Thang.

“A great half day trip! We set off on time and the van was very comfortable. Service was excellent from Quyen. Thang was very welcoming and so knowledgeable! We really enjoyed seeing the Cu Chi Tunnels and learning all about the history. Would definitely recommend!”

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9.Heritage Binh Chuan 2 Days 1 Night discovery in Lan Ha Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 470 reviews · from $469

Spend two days and one night aboard Heritage Binh Chuan, cruising Lan Ha Bay from Tuan Chau Marina. Expect an elegant suite, full-ocean views, kayaking or bamboo boating, Dark and Bright Cave, Vovinam, pool time, and meals on board. Staff including Sam, Jack, Ashley, Sara, and Chris provide attentive service throughout the trip.

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10.Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · from $25

Ride through Ho Chi Minh City with a private local driver-guide, stopping at the War Remnants Museum, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, Opera House, Nguyen Hue Street, Jade Emperor Pagoda, and a wartime weapons basement. Request female Ao Dai riders at least six hours ahead.

“Super fun! I love motorbikes, and what a native way to see the city. Flex those abs to stay on! :) I had a short time in HCMC because I was here for work, so Billy was a wonderful guide and took me to places I may not have been able to visit in my short time. Fabulous, super fun way to see the city!”

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11.Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · from $33

Ride through Ho Chi Minh City with an English-speaking guide such as Kien, Hani, Harry, or Jasmine. Visit French colonial landmarks, a burning monk memorial, a former Viet Cong weapons cellar, local markets, a flower market, and Chinatown. Coffee, food, fuel, helmets, water, and hotel pickup are handled with some costs extra.

“Tour was a grezt way to see city & learn about the history of Vietnam. Eli & Tracy were great guides. They were very helpful & knowledgable. English was very good. Always felt safe on scooters. Will probably do same when we go to Hanoi. .”

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12.Hoi An Ancient Town – Walking Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 385 reviews · 2h 30m · from $14

Walk Hoi An’s UNESCO-listed old town with an English-speaking local guide such as Trung or Duy. In about 150 minutes, you’ll visit temples, assembly halls, the Japanese Covered Bridge, heritage houses, museums, and the market, with an included tea or dessert stop. Bring 120,000 VND in cash for the town entrance ticket.

“We were lucky to have Trung as our tour guide – and it was simply wonderful! With his humorous, easy-going, and very friendly personality, he turned the tour into a real highlight. Not only did we learn fascinating new insights about the country, the city, and its people, but we also discovered places we would never have found on our own. The walking pace was pleasant and comfortable for everyone. What made it even better: As we asked, Trung shared additional valuable tips for further activities. All in all: highly recommended! Trung does an amazing job – thank you, Trung, for this wonderful experience!”

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13.6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 312 reviews · from $19

Travel from central Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. You’ll watch a war documentary, inspect booby traps, crawl through a short tunnel, and taste tapioca with pandan tea. Bao and Son have earned particular praise, while AK-47 shooting costs extra.

“Two kids 5 and 9 found it interesting and exhilarating. The traps were a particular high point for the eldest. I loved going through the whole tunnel complex and my claustrophobic partner enjoyed the history and context of the place. The tour guide was brilliant had answers to all our questions as well as great patience.”

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14.Linh Ung Pagoda – Marble Mountains – Hoi An Ancient Town Daily Ingroup Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · from $39

From Da Nang, join a small group of up to 21 people for an afternoon and evening visit to Linh Ung Pagoda, Lady Buddha, Marble Mountains, Nuoc Stone Carving Village, and Hoi An. Guide Phuc is one named guide praised for friendly service. Hotel pickup, bottled water, dinner, and return transport are included.

“The tour was excellent! Hoi An was alive with colour and amazing. Out tour guide and driver were great. Dinner was a bit rushed, all the food came out at once and you could see the restaurant staff were rushing. Definitely recommend doing this tour.”

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15.Vung Tau Essential: Beach, Christ Statue & Colonial Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · from $41

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau by air-conditioned vehicle. You’ll climb to the Christ Statue, see Cape Nghinh Phong, visit White Palace and Whale Temple, eat lunch, and get roughly 35 to 40 minutes at the beach. Guides may include Nikki, Heidi, or Thuyen.

“Full day tour with lunch and drinks on the beach organised very effectively, fun to go for sea swim & the top of Jesus Christ Cathedral has amazing view of sea & surrounding landscape”

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