Private Tour
Long Tan, Nui Dat & Vung Tau Highlights - 1 day Private Tour
Overview
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This tour explores the fascinating recent history of the Vietnam War and the Long Tan Battle between the Australian Royal Army and the Viet Cong. Our local guides will bring to light the stories and events that took place in each of the tour stops, offering you an immersive experience of Vietnamese history. Also explore the seaside city of Vung Tau!
This tour includes visits to...
• Long Tan Cross
• Nui Dat
• Long Phuoc Tunnels
• Horseshoe Hill
• Luscombe Airfield
• Vung Tau Highlights
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Season: We operate all year round. Except Vietnamese New Year which runs from February 1-10, 2019.
Time: Tour is recommended to start at 8:00am, finish around 5:00pm. However, this is private tour so we can be flexible beyond your interest.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Battle of Long Tan
Let’s Go! Following pick up at your hotel at 8:00am, we’ll take a pleasant 1 and 1/2 hour drive to Ba Ria Central Market. On the way, we’ll stop to stretch our legs and pick up your local guide for the Long Tan – Nui Dat area. Your guide will give you an introduction to the Ba Ria area and history. Then, we’ll head to the Phuoc Long Tunnels, a 1.4km tunnel system where our guide will tell fascinating stories that illustrate the life of the Viet Cong during the wartime. He or she will also explain how the cashew nut grows. Vietnam is the largest producer and exporter of cashews in the world!
Nui Dat hill
Step Back In Time In Nui Dat & Luscombe Airfield Next, we’ll arrive in Nui Dat, or SAS Hill, the former base of the Australian Army. Our guide will illuminate the important history of this area, showing photos so that it is easy for you to remember or imagine this period in time. Then we’ll drive to Luscombe Airfield, which has been preserved in a small village. Our guide will tell you the stories associated with this significant site. Here, we’ll also have a chance to visit the kindergarten built by Australian Veterans.
What‘s Included
Lunch - please note we can cater for any dietary requirements just be sure to get in touch beforehand.
Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
All Taxes
English Speaking Guide
Two Bottles of Water
Gratuities for your guide & drivers
Travel Insurance
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Anzac Day Ceremony & Tour
Lunch
Bus
Expert Tour Guide
Pickup included
Pick Up From Ho Chi Minh City
Money-Back Guarantee
High-Quality Services
Duration: 9 hours
Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch
Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Drop-Off Included
Pickup included
Pick Up From Vung Tau City
Money-Back Guarantee
High-Quality Services
Duration: 9 hours
Vietnamese Set Menu Hot Lunch
Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Drop-Off Included
Pickup included
Reviews
82 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great Long Tan trip.
sammJ7173XR,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00As the son of a Vietnam Veteran, the Long Tan tour was wonderful. Nam was our guide and he was very knowledgeable. It was a very educational experience for my son's. All in all we had a great time. The only downside was that due to the amount to see and learn everything felt a bit rushed.
Friendly and Authentic
R3152POsarahm,,Jan 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Namh was extremely knowledgeable about the different areas used by Australian, New Zealand and Vietnamese troops. He brought history to life, recounting stories of vets and their experiences. Our tour included hidden gems such as local tunnels guided by the descendents of those who built them. A wonderful day for anyone with an interest in this chapter of history.
LONG TAN BATTLEFIELD AND AUSTRALIAN BASEASE
Resort02373969754,,Dec 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00. Mr. Nam led us on an excellent tour of the former base, helicopter landing zones, mortar pits, airfield, memorial cross and Long Tan battlefield. He was very knowledgeable, friendly and informative. His English was excellent. This is not to be missed by any Australian interested in the Vietnam War.
Can’t miss your to pay your respects to our Australian Soldiers.
Exploration240837,,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour ran very smoothly, to time and as advertised. Nam our guide was tremendous. He provided historical information on the Long Tan battle but also talked about anecdotal accounts from locals and Australians he had guided along the way. Visiting the site of the Nui Dat base was interesting to see now and with photographs Nam showed from wartime. Our seaside lunch was fresh and very taste. A great way to spend a day to touch on Australian fighting history but also to see the changes in the area.
Bringing alive the Aussie role in the Vietnam War
Jack R,,Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00My wife & I were very young during the period of Australian involvement in the Vietnam War. However we heard the news reports which mentioned Nui Dat, Long Tan and Vung Tau. Our guide Nam was able to explain the significance of each location using historic photos as well as anecdotes shared with him personally by Aussie Vietnam veterans. We left with a real appreciation of that part of Australia's military history. This would not be possible in a large group tour (we saw a couple of buses) where you are herded into sites and given a superficial explanation. Thank you Nam for our personal tour and for your passion in keeping alive this part of Australia's history.
Nam is the best tour guide.
Leonie C,,Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nam was an awesome English speaking tour guide who was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend Nam can’t wait to visit Vietnam again and have Nam as our tour guide.
Well worth the visit for every Australian
Michael D,,Nov 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nam couldn't have been more of a fantastic and well knowledgeable guide on my tour of Nui dat. And a great host and genuine person to my personalised interests.
Excellent Day trip to Long Tan/Dat Nui and Vung Tau
Pete M,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent day trip to visit the Long Tan battlefield, the Australian military base at Nui Dat and the lovely coastal town of Vung Tau. Nam, the guide is very knowledgeable about the battle, the base and the history of the area. He explained the wartime locations of the various units and pointed out various relics from that era such as the remains of bunkers, trenches, the old airstrip and helicopter landing area at the base. After visiting the Long Tan Cross memorial, we had a wonderful lunch at a seaside restaurant in Vung Tau and as special treat, we made a stop at the Museum of Worldwide Arms in Vung Tau to view the incredible collection of weapons, uniforms, etc. Overall a very interesting tour! My thanks to Nam for the awesome experience! Thanks, Pete
Must do tour
Michelle B,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend this tour to anybody who has a connection to the war or history in general. Was very detailed. Chris, our tour guide, did a great job, and Mr. Driver was great as well.
A history lesson for the daughter of an Australian Vietnam Veteran
G8269CTkims,,Oct 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nam was an excellent guide. He tailored the tour to my interests and my dad’s (a Vietnam veteran) history in the war. We accessed the non touristy sights and it was brilliant to see where my dad was during the war.
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