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Ho Chi Minh City’s Hidden War Stories & Local Life

Ho Chi Minh City’s Hidden War Stories & Local Life

Gastronomy & Street Food

Wander through lively alleys of Ho Chi Minh City, explore local markets, and uncover a secret Viet Cong weapon stash used during the 1968 Tet Offensive.

Excursions to Cu Chi Tunnels

Excursions to Cu Chi Tunnels

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Join excursions to the Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City to discover Vietnam’s underground network, history and wartime ingenuity during a day trip.

Half-Day Ho Chi Minh City Highlights

Half-Day Ho Chi Minh City Highlights

Gastronomy & Street Food

Explore Ho Chi Minh City with a half-day guided tour including the Reunification Palace, War Remnants Museum, Cholon, Thien Hau Pagoda & Binh Tay Market.

Hanoi to Halong Bay by Seaplane: A Luxurious Shortcut to Paradise

Hanoi to Halong Bay by Seaplane: A Luxurious Shortcut to Paradise

Water & Island Adventures

Fly from Hanoi to Halong Bay in just 45 minutes with Hai Au Aviation’s seaplane-experience breathtaking aerial views and unmatched comfort on your journey.

Saigon’s Wartime Secrets: From CIA Rooftops to Pho Hideouts

Saigon’s Wartime Secrets: From CIA Rooftops to Pho Hideouts

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Uncover Saigon’s wartime secrets - from CIA rooftops to rebel kitchens. Enjoy historic sites, vintage cafés, and pho at the Viet Cong’s former command center

Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour

Hoi An Old Town Walking Tour

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Explore Hoi An Old Town on foot with a guided walking tour. Visit heritage sites, hidden alleys, and landmarks in Vietnam’s UNESCO-listed ancient port.

Mekong Delta Bike & Culture Adventure

Mekong Delta Bike & Culture Adventure

Gastronomy & Street Food

Explore the Mekong Delta by bike, enjoying beautiful landscapes, friendly locals, vibrant markets, and lush orchards for an unforgettable Vietnamese adventure!

Hanoi Street Food Guide: Best Bites in 2 Days

Hanoi Street Food Guide: Best Bites in 2 Days

Gastronomy & Street Food

Explore Hanoi Street Foods in just 2 days with this flavorful guide to pho, bun cha, seafood, and local favorites.

My Son Sanctuary

My Son Sanctuary

Nature & Trekking

Travel to the ancient Cham ruins of My Son at sunrise-Vietnam’s most important Cham site-nestled in a lush valley near Hoi An.

Trekking to Ban Ho & Lavie Waterfall

Trekking to Ban Ho & Lavie Waterfall

Water & Island Adventures

Hike through rice terraces and minority villages to Ban Ho. Enjoy local hospitality, riverside lunch, and a refreshing stop at Lavie Waterfall before returning

Luxury Lan Ha Bay Cruise Aboard the Ginger

Luxury Lan Ha Bay Cruise Aboard the Ginger

Gastronomy & Street Food

Sail Lan Ha Bay in style aboard the Ginger. Enjoy elegant suites, open-kitchen dining, and stunning views from your private balcony on this boutique cruise.

Hoi An Fishing Village & River Adventure

Hoi An Fishing Village & River Adventure

Water & Island Adventures

Explore a coastal village, cruise the Hoi An River, ride basket boats through coconut palms, and cast nets before enjoying a fresh catch lunch onboard.

Early Morning Adventure at Cai Rang Floating Market

Early Morning Adventure at Cai Rang Floating Market

Gastronomy & Street Food

Start at dawn to explore Cai Rang floating market by junk and sampan, witness river commerce up close, and visit a hidden family-run noodle factory.

Vietnam’s Mesmerizing Water Puppet Show

Vietnam’s Mesmerizing Water Puppet Show

Water & Island Adventures

Experience Vietnam’s unique water puppet show, where hidden puppeteers bring myths and rural life to life with fire-breathing dragons and lifelike floating wood

Rice Farming Experience in Vietnam – Farm Tour with Local Farmers

Rice Farming Experience in Vietnam – Farm Tour with Local Farmers

Water & Island Adventures

Join local farmers in Vietnam to plow fields with water buffalo, plant and harvest rice, make rice pancakes, and enjoy lunch with a welcoming local family.

Hanoi City Tour & Street Food Guide

Hanoi City Tour & Street Food Guide

Gastronomy & Street Food

Explore Hanoi’s highlights, including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison, with options to customize your route and visit hidde

Trek to Hang En Cave via Ban Doong Village

Trek to Hang En Cave via Ban Doong Village

Nature & Trekking

Begin your jungle adventure on the Ho Chi Minh Trail, visit Ban Doong village, and camp overnight inside Hang En Cave after a 15km guided trek.

Experience Bai Dinh Pagoda and Dong Tam Village

Experience Bai Dinh Pagoda and Dong Tam Village

Water & Island Adventures

Visit Vietnam’s largest Buddhist temple complex, cycle to Dong Tam Village, join a local family for lunch, and enjoy a tranquil sampan ride to But Cave.

Mekong River Cruise – A Classic Riverboat Experience

Mekong River Cruise – A Classic Riverboat Experience

Water & Island Adventures

Explore our hand-picked Mekong River cruises through Vietnam and Cambodia.

Trek & Canoe Through Kon Tum’s Bahnar Heartland

Trek & Canoe Through Kon Tum’s Bahnar Heartland

Water & Island Adventures

Hike 12 kilometers through lush landscapes to a Bahnar village, enjoy a riverside picnic, visit a Rong House, and return by tranquil dugout canoe.

Luxury Cruise on the Mekong Delta with R/V Bassac

Luxury Cruise on the Mekong Delta with R/V Bassac

Gastronomy & Street Food

Sail in style aboard R/V Bassac through the Mekong Delta. Explore villages, enjoy fine dining, and witness vibrant floating markets on this unforgettable river

Pinhatt Mountain Hike & Lake Adventure

Pinhatt Mountain Hike & Lake Adventure

Water & Island Adventures

Trek from Dalat through farms and forests to Pinhatt's summit. Enjoy a fresh picnic, jungle hike, lakeside rest, and a serene boat ride.

Cultural Highlights of Kon Tum City

Cultural Highlights of Kon Tum City

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Visit Kon Tum’s iconic Wooden Church, vibrant Rong house, and heartwarming orphanage. Explore local heritage at the Seminary School and Minorities Museum for de

Whimsical Wonders of Dalat Tour

Whimsical Wonders of Dalat Tour

Gastronomy & Street Food

Discover Dalat’s quirky charm with visits to Crazy House, colonial landmarks, flower markets, and serene Tuyen Lam Lake—plus a taste of local farm life.

Rock Climbing Adventures in Dalat

Rock Climbing Adventures in Dalat

Water & Island Adventures

Climb Dalat’s scenic canyons with expert guidance. From beginner routes by waterfalls to advanced lead climbs, there’s a challenge for every level.

Historic River Cruise on the Cua Can

Historic River Cruise on the Cua Can

Water & Island Adventures

Enjoy a peaceful boat tour on the Cua Can River and visit the historic Ngo boat of Nguyen Trung Truc. Discover Phu Quoc’s hidden gem of history and nature.

Cultural Journey to Bho Hoong Village

Cultural Journey to Bho Hoong Village

Nature & Trekking

Explore the Co-Tu culture on a scenic mountain trip. Enjoy local hospitality, traditional dance, and dinner in a Guol house amid lush jungle surroundings.

Hue’s Royal Cooking Experience at Y Thao

Hue’s Royal Cooking Experience at Y Thao

Gastronomy & Street Food

Join the Y Thao Cooking Class in Hue and learn to prepare royal Vietnamese dishes in a traditional garden setting near the historic citadel. A must-do cultural

Cruise the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda & Minh Mang Mausoleum

Cruise the Perfume River to Thien Mu Pagoda & Minh Mang Mausoleum

Water & Island Adventures

Sail Hue’s Perfume River to the peaceful Thien Mu Pagoda, then explore Minh Mang’s pine-fringed mausoleum, steeped in imperial history and serene natural beauty

Luxury Halong Bay Escape Aboard the Valentine Junk

Luxury Halong Bay Escape Aboard the Valentine Junk

Gastronomy & Street Food

Sail Halong Bay in style on the intimate Valentine Junk, offering just five elegant cabins, fine dining, personalized service, and stunning views.

Ho Chi Minh City by Night: Vespa Street Food & Live Music Tour

Ho Chi Minh City by Night: Vespa Street Food & Live Music Tour

Gastronomy & Street Food

Explore Ho Chi Minh City after dark on a Vespa night tour. Enjoy seafood, pancakes, live music, and hidden gems with a local guide in a small group setting.

Hoi An Countryside Bike & Boat Tour to Kim Bong Village

Hoi An Countryside Bike & Boat Tour to Kim Bong Village

Water & Island Adventures

Explore Hoi An's countryside with a peaceful bike tour through Kim Bong Village. Visit a traditional boatyard, meet local artisans, and cycle through rice field

Princess Junk – 5 Reasons Why This Private Halong Bay Cruise Is Perfect for Couples

Princess Junk – 5 Reasons Why This Private Halong Bay Cruise Is Perfect for Couples

Water & Island Adventures

Discover the Princess Junk, Halong Bay's most romantic private cruise for two. Enjoy full seclusion, custom service, and stunning views in a luxurious tradition

Halong Jasmine Cruise – 5-Star Luxury in Halong Bay

Halong Jasmine Cruise – 5-Star Luxury in Halong Bay

Gastronomy & Street Food

Experience the Halong Jasmine, a luxurious Indochine-style cruise in Halong Bay. Enjoy fine dining, private balconies, kayaking, and sunset views on a 5-star jo

Museum of Ethnology Hanoi – A Fascinating Look into Vietnam’s Cultural Diversity

Museum of Ethnology Hanoi – A Fascinating Look into Vietnam’s Cultural Diversity

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Discover Vietnam’s diverse ethnic heritage through interactive exhibits and live demonstrations. Located near Hanoi, this museum offers an enriching look into t

Saigon War-Era Landmarks & Pho Experience

Saigon War-Era Landmarks & Pho Experience

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Explore wartime Saigon through iconic sites, stories, and a secret command center-turned-pho restaurant. History comes alive with rooftop views, documentaries,

Exclusive Cultural Seminar in Hanoi

Exclusive Cultural Seminar in Hanoi

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Join a private seminar in Hanoi on Vietnamese history, art, and culture. Led by local experts, these flexible, English-language sessions are perfect for curious

Luxury Halong Bay Cruise Heritage Line Violet

Luxury Halong Bay Cruise Heritage Line Violet

Water & Island Adventures

Luxurious Halong Bay cruise on the Heritage Line's Violet. Spacious suites, private balconies, and delicious cuisine.

Hoian Walking Tour

Hoian Walking Tour

Cultural Heritage & Arts

Discover Hoi An’s Ancient Charm - A Guided Walking Tour Through the UNESCO Heritage Town

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