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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Authentic Vietnam 15 Days Tour

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this 15-day loop through Vietnam, it hit the marks for someone wanting the country beyond the obvious postcard stops. You're moving from Hanoi's buzz through Sapa's hill-tribe villages, down to Halong Bay's limestone peaks, across to Hue and Da Nang, and finishing in the Mekong Delta's floating markets. The itinerary mixes homestays, trains, domestic flights, and boat rides—constant motion, constant novelty. It's the kind of tour that packs in a lot but still leaves room for local rhythms rather than just ticking boxes.

15 daysfrom AUD $3407

Sapa Motorbike Journey Through Stunning Villages With Rider

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🏔 Adventure & Sports

Vietnam

Sapa Motorbike Journey Through Stunning Villages With Rider

When Mia from our BugBitten team tackled this motorbike tour around Sapa, we got a proper taste of northern Vietnam's hill-country charm. You're paired with a local rider who pilots you through villages, rice terraces, and minority settlements over 6–8 hours, stopping to eat, wander, and soak up the landscape. It's the kind of tour that trades coach-window views for wind-in-your-face reality — the Sapa region feels raw and genuinely lived-in here, far from the tourist strip. Suit yourself: the pace is flexible depending on how long you linger at each spot.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $95

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Red River Delta Loop 6 Days

When Noah from our team ran the Red River Delta Loop, it was a solid six-day swing through northern Vietnam that genuinely splits the difference between the tourist circuit and something quieter. You kick off in Hanoi itself — the chaos, the food, the history packed into tight streets — then peel out to rural villages where the actual rhythm of life in the delta becomes obvious. The middle stretch takes you to Ninh Binh, an old capital with limestone karst scenery that justifies the hype, before wrapping up with a cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay. It's less about adrenaline and more about seeing how people actually live across three distinct pockets of the region.

2-Day All-Inclusive Lan Ha Bay Cruise: Peaceful Nature Escape

When Em from our BugBitten team ran this 2-day cruise through Lan Ha Bay, we found a genuinely quieter alternative to the Halong Bay tourist machine. You'll overnight in your own private cabin aboard a small ship, paddling between limestone karsts and white-sand beaches while spotting local fishing operations. The bay sits about 40km south-east of Cat Ba Town—less crowded than its famous neighbour, same dramatic seascape, and with the bonus of actual swimming spots. Meals and transfers from Hanoi's Old Quarter are bundled in; it's a proper unwind if you're after nature without the crowds.

2 daysfrom AUD $202

Vietnam And Cambodia Delights In 8 Days - From Hanoi to Siem Reap

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Vietnam And Cambodia Delights In 8 Days - From Hanoi to Siem Reap

When Charlie from our team ran this 8-day loop, it delivered a genuine sweep across Vietnam and Cambodia's heavy hitters without feeling rushed. You'll start in Hanoi, push out to Halong Bay's limestone drama, then fly south to Siem Reap for Angkor's temple sprawl. The itinerary mixes city buzz with countryside quiet — limestone karsts, colonial architecture, pagodas, and those world-class ruins. It's built for mixed fitness levels and works best if you're after a structured introduction to both countries in one hit, rather than deep local immersion.

Swan Cruise - Bai Tu Long Bay Off-The-Beaten-Track 2 Days 1 Night

When Alex from our team booked this 2-day cruise through Bai Tu Long Bay, we were after something quieter than the packed Ha Long Bay junks. This traditional Vietnamese vessel sails the Gulf of Tonkin's less-touristed reaches—limestone cliffs, fishing villages, hidden caves—with meals, activities, and a cabin included. You're picked up in Hanoi, ferried to the port, then spend two days kayaking, cooking with crew, doing dawn tai chi, and basically floating past postcard scenery without the Hanoi traffic in your head. It's equal parts active (caving, bamboo rowing) and hammock time.

Ho Chi Minh City Full-Day Cooking Class with City Tour

When Charlie from our BugBitten team ran this full-day experience, it packed a genuine slice of Ho Chi Minh City life into one outing. You start at an organic farm to see how Vietnamese produce actually grows, then move into a hands-on cooking class where a chef walks you through making proper dishes. After lunch, you're driven through the city's layers — museums tracing its history, the frenetic energy of Chinatown markets, colonial architecture including Notre Dame Cathedral and the old post office. It's a long day (9–10 hours), mixing rural agriculture, kitchen skills, and urban exploration. Suits travellers keen to understand the city beyond the usual stops, though it demands decent fitness and a willingness to keep pace with a packed itinerary.

9 min – 30 minfrom AUD $131

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Full Day Tour from Hanoi to Tam Coc

When Mia from our BugBitten team did the full-day run from Hanoi out to Hoa Lu and Tam Coc, we found ourselves in the kind of place that feels properly tucked away — about two hours south of the capital, nestled in Ninh Binh province. You're exploring ancient royal temples and mausoleums where Vietnamese kings once ruled, then heading into Tam Coc's limestone caves by boat through rural countryside that's genuinely photogenic. It's culture meets landscape, and the mix works. The day runs six to eight hours depending on pace, with a guide and transport included from Hanoi.

6 hours – 8 hoursfrom AUD $131

Halong Bay Deluxe Sapphire Cruise with Oceanview Balcony

★ 5.0 (2)

🐠 Water Activities

Vietnam

Halong Bay Deluxe Sapphire Cruise with Oceanview Balcony

When Alex from our BugBitten team boarded Sapphire Cruise, we found ourselves drifting through Halong Bay's limestone towers and emerald waters — a UNESCO site that genuinely justifies the hype. This 2-day, 1-night 4-star cruise pairs a private balcony cabin with kayaking, cave crawls, a cooking class, and night squid fishing. The vibe is leisurely but active: you're sharing the bay with other tour boats, but the boat itself feels intimate. Meals are solid (breakfast through dinner included), guides speak English, and the pace lets you actually absorb the landscape rather than tick boxes.

2 daysfrom AUD $328

Da Nang Ultimate Highlights Tour With Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills

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🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Da Nang Ultimate Highlights Tour With Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills

When Tom from our team tackled this 12-hour Da Nang loop, it hit the main beats: Marble Mountains with their cave temples and city views, the serene Linh Ung Pagoda overlooking the coast, a spin past the Dragon Bridge, and the climb up to Ba Na Hills. The real drawcard is the Golden Bridge — those giant stone hands cradling it feel properly surreal in person. It's a full-on sightseeing day that packs Vietnam's limestone drama, spiritual calm, and modern kitsch into one run. You'll see a mix of locals and tourists at each stop, especially Ba Na Hills, which leans heavily into resort vibes.

One Way Private Car From Hoi An To Hue City

When Alex from our team booked this private car from Hoi An to Hue, we got a straightforward point-to-point transfer that beats the chaos of shared minibuses. The 145km route winds through central Vietnam's most scenic stretch — you're talking coastal passes, mountain views, and stops at Lang Co Beach or Hai Van Pass if you fancy photos. It's a 3–4 hour drive depending on traffic and how many pit stops you take. The air-conditioned minivan picks you up from your hotel and drops you at your Hue accommodation, so no mucking about with stations or waiting for departure times.

Dine Like A Local Around Hoi An

When Charlie from our BugBitten team took this evening tour, we got a real taste of how locals actually eat in Hoi An — not the tourist-trap versions. You're on the back of a scooter with a local driver, weaving through backstreets to hole-in-the-wall eateries and grabbing dishes most visitors never find. It's four hours of genuinely local food, beer, and wine, with a guide who knows where the real action happens. The vibe is pure Hoi An after dark: chaotic, flavourful, and properly social.

From Citadels to Skyscrapers: A Downtown Danang Audio Tour

When Lily from our BugBitten team ran this self-guided audio tour, she walked 1.5–2 hours along Danang's riverfront discovering how the city layered itself through Champa kingdoms, French occupation, American War fallout, and modern skyscraper ambitions. You start at APEC Park and meander through Hàn Market—Danang's ancient commercial spine—before finishing at a local bún chả cá spot. The audio guide fills the gaps between what you see now and what stood here centuries ago, and the route threads through a genuinely liveable Vietnamese city that feels less touristy than Ho Chi Minh or Hanoi.

1h 30m – 2 hoursfrom AUD $12

Hanoi Vespa Sunset Tour with Local Food and Train Street

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Vietnam

Hanoi Vespa Sunset Tour with Local Food and Train Street

When Charlie from our BugBitten team hopped on a Vespa for this Hanoi evening tour, we got the real sense of what the city feels like after dark. You're driven through the Old Quarter's tangle of backstreets, past the Opera House and St. Joseph Cathedral, then into spots tourists rarely find. The stops are built around street food — bun cha, banh goi, fresh beer — mixed with time at Train Street and lakeside spots that photograph well. It's four and a half hours of weaving through traffic, eating with locals, and the kind of minor adrenaline hit you get from being a passenger on a motorbike in Southeast Asia.

Discover Scuba Diving at Phu Quoc Island

When Jake from our team tried the Discover Scuba Diving experience at Phu Quoc Island, he found a solid introduction to underwater exploration without the fuss. The day kicks off with a hotel pickup around 8am, then you're on a boat heading to the dive site while the crew sorts kit and runs a briefing. Two dives bookend the morning—first around 10am, second closer to noon—with a decent breather between and lunch cooked onboard. You're back at your hotel by mid-afternoon. It's a relaxed pace that suits first-timers wanting to tick the scuba box without committing to full certification.

Transfer from Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet or Mui Ne, Japan Quality

When Alex from our BugBitten team booked the transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet or Mui Ne with MexBus, we weren't expecting much from a four-hour coach journey. Turns out, this Vietnamese-Japanese joint venture takes the slog out of getting from the city to the coast. The bus itself is a proper bit of kit — 12-metre recliner with wide windows, minimal rattling, and enough legroom that you don't arrive feeling folded up. You get WiFi, a cold towel, blanket, and water included. It's the kind of service that makes a long transfer feel less like something to endure and more like the trip's already started.

4 hoursfrom AUD $20

Vietnam Beach Escape In 9 Days - Ho Chi Minh/ Dalat/ Nha Trang

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Vietnam Beach Escape In 9 Days - Ho Chi Minh/ Dalat/ Nha Trang

When Jake from our team ran this nine-day Vietnam beach loop, it ticked the boxes for a proper mix of city grit and coastal downtime. You start in Ho Chi Minh City's controlled chaos, head inland to Dalat's cooler mountain air and quirky French-colonial vibe, then drop down to Nha Trang for the snorkelling and swimming. The itinerary balances culture and sand pretty neatly — you're not just parked on a beach the whole time, which suits travellers who want to actually see something of the country between swims.

Marble Mountain & My Son Sanctuary Excursion from Hoi An/Da Nang

When Sarah from our BugBitten team ran this 10.5-hour excursion from Hoi An, she tackled three of Central Vietnam's heavyweight cultural and natural sites in one hit. The day pivots between the hilltop Lady Buddha statue on Monkey Mountain (with views and manicured bonsai gardens), the limestone Marble Mountains packed with pagodas and caves, and the temple complex at My Son Sanctuary — a Unesco-listed cluster of Cham-era ruins that sprawl across a valley. It wraps with a drift down the Thu Bon River. The region itself feels lived-in and genuinely historical rather than touristic, and you'll clock a mix of domestic and international visitors throughout.

10h 30mfrom AUD $109

Hanoi: Duong Lam Historical Village Private Day Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Hanoi: Duong Lam Historical Village Private Day Tour

When Alex from our team took this private day tour, we headed out from central Hanoi to Duong Lam, a 1,200-year-old village tucked into the Red River Delta's agricultural heartland. The vibe here is genuinely rural — rice paddies, stilted farmhouses, and locals going about their day without the tourist theatre you get in the Old Quarter. It's a full eight to nine hours of driving, exploring village lanes, and sharing lunch with a local family. The pace is leisurely, and it feels more like visiting mates in the countryside than ticking boxes on a sightseeing list.

8 hours – 9 hoursfrom AUD $137

3-Day 5-Star Cruise: Explore Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai Village

★ 5.0 (2)

🐠 Water Activities

Vietnam

3-Day 5-Star Cruise: Explore Lan Ha Bay & Viet Hai Village

When Ben from our BugBitten team booked this 3-day cruise around Lan Ha Bay and Halong Bay, he found himself on a proper floating base camp — comfortable cabins with air-con, decent meals included, and a steady stream of activities that kept the days moving without feeling rushed. The bay itself lives up to the hype: limestone karsts rising from emerald water, small fishing villages tucked into coves, and enough quiet corners to balance the group activities. It's the sort of trip that works well if you're after a mix of structure and downtime, though the pace does assume you're reasonably fit and ready for early starts.

Private Cooking Class with Market Visit and Boat Ride

When Sarah from our BugBitten team booked this cooking class in Cam Thanh village, she got far more than a recipe lesson. You'll start at a local market hunting down fresh herbs and proteins, then move into a cook's kitchen to learn the proper way to pound rice, grind it for milk, roll rice paper by hand, and handle the traditional tools that've been used for generations. A bamboo boat ride through the village sits somewhere in the middle — a breather that shows you the waterways locals actually use. The whole thing runs about five hours and feels less like a tick-box activity and more like being let into someone's actual food world.

Private car transfer from Hue to Da nang or Hoi An via Hai van Pass

When Mia from our BugBitten team booked this private transfer from Hue to Hoi An, we wanted to skip the bus queues and actually see the Hai Van Pass instead of white-knuckling through it. The route runs 3–4 hours across Vietnam's central coast, winding through fishing villages and past the Son Tra Peninsula. Your driver handles the famous pass while you're free to gaze at limestone cliffs, stop at Lap An lagoon, and poke around Tho Quang fishing village in Da Nang. It's just you, your group (up to four), air conditioning, and a driver who knows the road.

3 min – 4 minfrom AUD $187

★ 5.0 (2)

🌿 Nature & Wildlife

Vietnam

Ha Giang Discovery Tour 3 Days

When Lily from our BugBitten team tackled this three-day loop through Ha Giang, we found ourselves winding through some genuinely striking mountain terrain in Vietnam's far northeast. The tour strings together dramatic scenery—limestone peaks, mist-wrapped valleys, stepped rice paddies—with stays in Hmong and Yao villages, where you're based in family homestays or modest hotels rather than just passing through. It's pitched as a digestible intro to the region if you've got a long weekend but want something meatier than a standard city tour. The vibe is small-group, local-focused, and rewards early risers.

Hanoi Evening Street Food Guided Tour with a Real Foodie

When Noah from our team ran this three-hour evening food tour through Hanoi's Old Quarter, we got a proper sense of why locals eat out here nightly. Your guide — a Hanoi native with solid English — steers you through cramped laneways to hole-in-the-wall vendors and hole-in-the-wall vendors where the actual magic happens. You'll taste signature dishes (bánh mì, phở, egg coffee, whatever's freshest that night), learn the backstory of each one, and watch the quarter transform as darkness falls and street lights flicker on. It's less tourist theatre, more genuine neighbourhood circuit.

3 hoursfrom AUD $44

1 Day Dia Tang Phi Lai, Cay Thi Pagoda and Trang An Complex Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

1 Day Dia Tang Phi Lai, Cay Thi Pagoda and Trang An Complex Tour

When Lily from our team ran this full-day Ha Nam loop, it ticked a bunch of boxes — three spiritual and natural stops, a boat ride through karst scenery, and lunch thrown in. You're looking at 10 hours door-to-door from Hanoi, taking in Dia Tang Phi Lai (a hillside pagoda complex), Cay Thi Pagoda tucked into its own pocket of quiet, and the limestone boat ride at Trang An. It's pitched at families, couples, and solo types after a cultural mix without heavy physical demands, though the day does pack in travel time between sites.

10 hoursfrom AUD $178

Best Seller Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Vietnam

Best Seller Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit

When Noah from our BugBitten team ran this three-hour walking tour through Hanoi's Old Quarter, he got the full picture of how the neighbourhood actually works. Built over a thousand years ago, the quarter still organises itself by medieval guild logic — entire streets dedicated to silver workers, blacksmiths, paper makers. Today there are more than 50 streets wound through a compact maze, and trying to find authentic street food on your own is a lottery. This tour cuts through that and lands you at the real spots, with a guide who knows the hidden alleyways, a detour to a tucked-away temple, and that famous Train Street everyone photographs.

2-Day Explore Halong Bay - Luxury Cruise

When Ben from our team took this 2-day cruise through Halong Bay, he found himself drifting past some genuinely dramatic limestone cliffs in the kind of style usually reserved for honeymoon brochures. The boat itself feels properly comfortable—decent cabins, proper meals included, the works—and you're sharing the experience with a small group rather than thousands. The bay is stunning, the rhythm is slow, and there's kayaking and cave exploring worked in. It's the kind of escape that doesn't ask much of you except to show up and let the scenery do the talking.

From Hanoi: Cat Ba Island- Lan Ha Bay Day Trip on Luxury Cruise

When Lily from our team ran this day trip from Hanoi to Cat Ba and Lan Ha Bay, we found ourselves on a proper luxury cruiser heading into waters that genuinely deserve the hype. The 15-hour excursion sweeps you through both Halong and Lan Ha bays—the latter less touristy than its famous cousin—with a crew that actually speaks English and knows what they're doing. You're swimming, kayaking, sliding down water slides, and watching the sun drop over limestone karsts, all without needing to overnight on the water. It's a solid choice if you want the iconic bay experience but need to be back in Hanoi by evening.

15 hoursfrom AUD $128

★ 5.0 (2)

🍜 Food & Cooking

Vietnam

Hanoi Street Food Experience

When Charlie from our team ran this Hanoi Old Quarter food tour, we spent three hours weaving through narrow laneways sampling Northern Vietnamese classics — pho, bun cha, spring rolls, pâté baguettes, and the famous egg coffee. The Old Quarter itself is chaotic, dense, and genuinely alive: motorbikes weave past street stalls, shop signs hang overhead, and the smell of broth and charcoal hits you before you turn each corner. Our guide knew the tucked-away spots where locals actually eat, not tourist traps. It's a crash course in Hanoi's food culture and the stories behind what lands on your plate.

Dalat 2 Days Eco Trekking Tour

When Em from our team tackled this two-day trek near Dalat, we got what we came for: escape from the city's noise and chaos into proper jungle. The itinerary moves through evergreen pine forest and thicker broadleaf jungle, skirting a scenic mountain lake and steering clear of the tourist crowds that clog Vietnam's lowlands. It's a genuine push into some of the country's deeper wilderness, with the guides handling navigation while you focus on the rhythm of the walk, the vine-tangled canopy, and the cool air that comes once you're inland enough. Expect a serious trek—not a stroll.

Hanoi Local Street Food Culture and History Tour

When Sarah from our team ran this 3.5-hour food tour through Hanoi's Old Quarter, it was a proper crash course in the city's eating culture. You're moving between hidden street stalls and local joints with a small group (max 10 people), sampling 5–8 dishes plus three drinks—egg coffee and fresh bia hơi included—while your guide fills you in on the neighbourhood's history and how the food shapes daily life here. Runs at 11 AM or 5:30 PM daily, with hotel pickups from the Old Quarter sorted. Walking or motorbike options; vegetarian swaps available.

3h 30mfrom AUD $39

Hoi An Cam Thanh Coconut Village and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Hoi An Cam Thanh Coconut Village and Hoi An Ancient Town Tour

When Jake from our team tried this Hoi An combo, we got the full cultural experience in five hours: basket boats through coconut groves, a wander through the ancient town's lantern-lit lanes, a traditional arts show, and the famous ritual of floating a glowing lantern on the Hoai River. The tour pulls together the stuff Hoi An's known for — the colonial architecture, the river, the handicrafts — without feeling rushed. You're grouped with other travellers, picked up from your hotel, and guided by an English speaker who knows the area. It's touristy but genuinely atmospheric, especially at dusk when the town lights up.

Dalat: Ho Chi Minh to Dalat By Private Car

When Ben from our team booked this private car transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Dalat, he got a straightforward door-to-door ride with no surprises. You're looking at roughly 310 km over 5.5–6 hours depending on traffic, departing whenever suits you from your hotel or the airport. The vehicle's yours alone — no sharing with other travellers — and the driver communicates via WhatsApp and Google Translate. It's the practical answer for groups who want to skip the minibus circus and settle into a single, climate-controlled car for the haul up to Dalat's cooler highlands.

Private transfer from Sapa to Lao Cai Train Station

When Ben from our team booked a private transfer from central Sapa down to Lao Cai Train Station, it was straightforward: a driver showed up at the accommodation, and we got shuttled down the winding road in about an hour. The fleet spans from snug four-seaters to seven-seater vans, so the operator can match group size. It's the kind of practical logistics that matters when you're catching a train out of the mountains — no faffing with shared minibuses or haggling on the street. Standard stuff, but reliable.

Cruising Halong Bay - Lan Ha Bay 2 Days on boat - Cabin with balcony

When Charlie from our BugBitten team booked this two-day Halong Bay and Lan Ha Bay cruise, we were after the slower way to see Vietnam's limestone karsts. The boat launched in late 2018 with cabin-balcony setups in mind — your own slice of bay view without having to be topside the whole time. It's aimed squarely at the comfort-seeking end of the cruise market: spacious cabins, daily activities woven through (tai chi at sunrise, squid fishing at night, a cooking class thrown in), and meals sorted. The vibe is relaxed rather than rushed, with an English-speaking guide shepherding things along. Two days gives you enough time to feel the place without overdoing it.

2 daysfrom AUD $291

Da Nang City Tour with Son Tra Marina & Street Food Experience

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Da Nang City Tour with Son Tra Marina & Street Food Experience

When Jake from our team ran this Da Nang city tour, we got a solid hit of what makes the city tick in just four hours. The route threads through the Dragon Bridge's riverside hustle, Son Tra Marina's waterfront calm, the Linh Ung Pagoda perched above the coast, and wraps with a proper street-food crawl through local spots. It's a mix of architecture, spirituality, scenery, and flavour — the kind of tour that gives you genuine landmarks and genuine tastes rather than a highlight reel. Da Nang's the sort of place where you can move quickly between contrasts without it feeling rushed, and this tour leans into that.

Mekong Eyes 2Days and 1Night River Cruise in Vietnam

When Em from our team booked the Mekong Eyes 2-day river cruise, we knew we'd get the delta classic — and we did. You depart Ho Chi Minh City, spend two days cruising the Mekong, stopping at fruit orchards, floating markets, and local villages. The boat becomes your hotel for the night, with meals served onboard and guides leading walking tours and sampan trips through narrow waterways. It's the kind of trip most Aussies do once they hit Vietnam, and for good reason: the landscape genuinely shifts between tourist stops and quieter pockets of rural life.

2 daysfrom AUD $648

Hue city full day tour from Hoi an or Da Nang city with guide and driver

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Hue city full day tour from Hoi an or Da Nang city with guide and driver

When Mia from our BugBitten team ran this full-day tour from Hoi An, we got a proper look at Huế—Vietnam's old royal capital and a UNESCO-listed spot that actually deserves the hype. The 8-hour swing covers the walled Citadel, several king's tombs, and the iconic Thien Mu pagoda overlooking the Perfume River. It's a quieter, more contemplative vibe than the beach towns, with layered history baked into every monument. You're collected from your hotel or Da Nang port, driven by an English-speaker, fed local dishes along the way, and returned the same day. The city feels less touristy than Hoi An, which means you actually get breathing room to think while wandering.

8 hoursfrom AUD $189

★ 5.0 (2)

🚌 Day Trips & Sightseeing

Vietnam

Mekong Delta My Tho Private Day Tour

When Charlie from our team ran the Mekong Delta My Tho private day tour, we got a proper taste of rural river life without the cattle-car crowds. Travelmates pairs you with your own guide and vehicle (car, van, or coach depending on group size) for a full 9 hours exploring floating markets, orchards, and local workshops across the delta's maze of waterways. The whole thing feels genuinely tailored — no fixed itinerary, no other tour groups tagging along — and you're fed a proper Vietnamese lunch thrown in. It's the kind of day where you move at your own pace, ask random questions, and actually chat with your guide rather than shouting over 40 other people.

Phu Quoc Island Hopping and Snorkeling Tour with Lunch

When Jake from our team tried this Phu Quoc island-hopper, we found a solid half-day escape from Duong Dong's bustle. You're ferried out to Xuong Island for snorkeling over genuinely colourful reefs, then land on May Rut Trong for a few hours' beach time with lunch served aboard in between. The vibe is relaxed rather than adrenaline-fuelled — think families and couples more than backpacker groups. Seven hours door-to-door, pickup from town, gear and a guide included. Water's warm, reefs hold up, and the pace lets you actually breathe between stops.

7 hoursfrom AUD $41

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