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15 Vietnam History Tours to Book First

20 tours  ·  from $2 a head

Good vietnam history tours fill up weeks ahead and the best ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and where they differ.

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Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch and Limousine

1.Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour with Buffet Lunch and Limousine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,692 reviews · from $49Our pick

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by limousine to Hoa Lu, Tam Coc, and Mua Cave. You’ll cycle through the countryside, eat a local buffet lunch, take a sharing boat beneath limestone cliffs, and climb 500 steps for wide views. Guides include Jun, Trang, Hai Dang, Viet, and Two.

“Our Ninh Binh Heritage Full Day Tour was exceptional from start to finish — seamless, scenic, and elevated by our amazing guide, Jun. Her warmth, storytelling, and passion for the region turned the entire journey into something truly meRead more”

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Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Local Expert by SpeedBoat - Arriving at Cu Chi before the big coaches
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Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Local Expert by SpeedBoat

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

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

Travel from Bach Dang pier to the Cu Chi Tunnels by luxury speedboat with a guide such as Mr. Chi, Moon, Danny, or Xavia. You’ll see river life, explore bunkers and traps, sample cassava, and eat a seven-course Vietnamese lunch. Small groups are capped at 15 people.

“Great communication and Trang was great always making sure we were looked after and very knowledgeable which made it a great day.”

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Hanoi Heritage Premium Daily Tour - The Ho Chi Minh complex at 9:15
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Hanoi Heritage Premium Daily Tour

3.Hanoi Heritage Premium Daily Tour

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

Spend about eight hours touring Hanoi by limousine, with stops at Tran Quoc Pagoda, the Ho Chi Minh complex, the Ethnology Museum, Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison. Your $49 fare includes entry fees, Vietnamese lunch, an English-speaking guide, and round-trip transport.

“Tom is courteous and helpful we,d love to have him as our guide again thanks the trip to win bing was awesome me and my hubby enjoyed to the fullest”

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Halong Heritage Luxury Day Cruise-Buffet lunch&Limousine transfer

4.Halong Heritage Luxury Day Cruise-Buffet lunch&Limousine transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 846 reviews · from $49

You’ll travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter by limousine to a full day on Halong Bay. Expect a buffet lunch, Sung Sot Cave, Luon Cave by kayak or bamboo boat, Titop Island, and a sunset snack service. Guide Luke is noted for clear organization and a friendly manner.

“The trip was good and the tour guide Luke is professional, informative, organized and good attitude and inclusive.”

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Hoi An: Ancient Town Guided Walking Tour - Meeting the guide at the Red Seal Ship Model
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Hoi An: Ancient Town Guided Walking Tour

5.Hoi An: Ancient Town Guided Walking Tour

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

Spend three hours walking Hoi An with an English-speaking local guide such as Karla, Kun, June, Minh, Tom, or Vinh. See the Japanese Covered Bridge, ancient houses, assembly hall, market, and quieter lanes, then receive a PDF of local food, drink, spa, tailor, and activity tips.

“The tour allow us to visit the most important places of Hoi A city in the afternoon. June was a very solar and helpful guide in providing us all the information about the city!”

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Marble Mountains - Hoi An Ancient Town Sunset Daily Ingroup Tour - Marble Mountain: caves, shrines, and plenty of stairs
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Marble Mountains – Hoi An Ancient Town Sunset Daily Ingroup Tour

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

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

Spend about six hours with a local English-speaking guide visiting Marble Mountain, its caves and Buddhist shrines, then Hoi An after dark. You’ll see the Japanese Covered Bridge, Cantonese Assembly Hall, Phung Hung House, night market, and enjoy a Vietnamese dinner. Guides include Coco, Oanh, Phuc, Chao, and Banana.

“We had a wonderful half day trip to the Marble Mountains and the old city of Hoi An from Da Nang city. Visiting under the lantern lit streets of Hoi An was a treat to the eyes. Our guide Chāu was very helpful and explained the details and history of each points visited.”

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Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local - Cantonese Assembly Hall and the town’s Chinese connections
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Hoi An Ancient Town Walking Tour with a Local

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 history, small tastings, herbal tea, 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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From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide - The lacquer workshop stop on the way
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From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide

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

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

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels on a 6 to 7-hour group tour from District 1. Watch a documentary, inspect bunkers and a command center, try tapioca and tea, and hear the wartime story from guides such as Kevin, Kyle, or Thang.

“Really good tour, our guide Kevin was amazing, he is funny and very knowledgeable, 5 stars alone just for him. The place itself is a must visit and really hits home to how shocking this war was. I would advise doing atleast the 20 max people toRead more”

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Heritage Binh Chuan 2 Days 1 Night discovery in Lan Ha Bay - Your suite and the ship’s quieter corners
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Heritage Binh Chuan 2 Days 1 Night discovery in Lan Ha Bay

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 in Lan Ha Bay. Expect a welcome lounge, ocean-view suite, meals, bamboo boating to Dark and Bright Cave, Vovinam, kayaking, swimming, and attentive service from staff including Jack, Sam, Chris, Ashley, Sara, and Ethan.

“Pretty cruise, best service, comfy room & yummy good! Very enjoy here! Thank you Jack, Sara, Cara, Chris, Sam & Ashley!!”

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Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders - A quick look at the Opera House and Nguyen Hue Street
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Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

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

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

Meet your private motorbike guide at your hotel for a four-hour history tour of Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the War Remnants Museum, French Quarter, Jade Emperor Pagoda, and a wartime weapons cellar. Request a female Ao Dai rider 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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Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour - District 1: colonial buildings and the city center
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Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour

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

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

Ride through Ho Chi Minh City with a private English-speaking guide and driver. Visit the Central Post Office area, Burning Monk Memorial, a former Viet Cong hideout, a wet market, flower market, and Chinatown temple. Coffee, snacks, meals, and drinks cost extra.

“It was great fun scooting around the city with Emmy. Saw many memorable things ... time flew by. Tour includes stops for coffee and lunch --- an amazing value. The burning buddha statue and history is very hard hitting emotionally.”

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Hoi An Ancient Town - Walking Tour with Local Guide - Starting at 95 Phan Chu Trinh Street
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Hoi An Ancient Town – Walking Tour with Local Guide

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

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

Spend about 150 minutes walking Hoi An with an English-speaking local guide such as Trung or Duy. Visit major heritage sites, pause for local tea or dessert, and get practical tips on food, coffee, tailors, and further sightseeing in a group capped at 10.

“Trung was the most wonderful guide. We had walked around the town somewhat aimlessly ourselves the day before and I wished we had done this tour first!! Trung gave us great historical and cultural insights as well as a great opportunity to get our bearings in the old town (vs new town). Highly recommended. We saw so much and Trung is a lovely person who looked after our group perfectly!”

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6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack - Watching the Film and Seeing the Traps
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6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

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 on a six-hour guided visit with English commentary, a war documentary, trap displays, a short tunnel crawl, tapioca, pandan tea, and optional AK-47 shooting at extra cost.

“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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Hue Imperial Ancient City Walking Tour - Starting at the Imperial City ticket office
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Hue Imperial Ancient City Walking Tour

14.Hue Imperial Ancient City Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 308 reviews · 2h 30m · from $2

Meet Linh or another local English-speaking guide at Hue Imperial City’s ticket office for a small-group walk through the Nguyen Dynasty complex. Expect Meridian Gate, Thai Hoa Palace, Dien Tho Palace, and the Forbidden City, plus stories about royal life, war, architecture, and modern Hue.

“Linh is fantastic! His English was great, he was funny, knowledgeable and made the tour very engaging. After the tour he gave us some recommendations and shared them again via WhatsApp which was really useful.”

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Linh Ung Pagoda - Marble Mountains - Hoi An Ancient Town Daily Ingroup Tour - Nuoc Stone Carving Village and the Marble Mountains
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Linh Ung Pagoda – Marble Mountains – Hoi An Ancient Town Daily Ingroup Tour

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

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

Join an English-speaking guide such as Phuc for a 6 to 8-hour afternoon trip from Da Nang to Linh Ung Pagoda, Marble Mountains, and Hoi An. Expect cave walks, stone carving, old houses, the Japanese Covered Bridge, a night market, and an optional Vietnamese dinner.

“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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