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Vung Tau Beach: Explore Vietnam's Hidden Gem
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Embark on a 1-day small group tour in Vung Tau Beach and immerse yourself in scenic views and authentic Vietnamese culture. Explore beautiful beaches, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.
Embark on a 1-day small group tour in Vung Tau Beach and immerse yourself in scenic views and authentic Vietnamese culture. Explore beautiful beaches, visit iconic landmarks, and indulge in delicious local cuisine.
Duration:
12 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Ho Chi Minh City - 7:00 - 7:30 The tour guide will meet you at your hotel in District 1 (Ho Chi Minh City) to begin the journey to Vũng Tàu, which is about a 2-hour drive.
- Back Beach - Also known as Thuy Van Beach, Back Beach is situated southeast of Vung Tau city and stretches 4 km. It is one of Vietnam’s most stunning and popular beaches….
- Ho Chi Minh City - 7:00 - 7:30 The tour guide will meet you at your hotel in District 1 (Ho Chi Minh City) to begin the journey to Vũng Tàu, which is about a 2-hour drive.
- Back Beach - Also known as Thuy Van Beach, Back Beach is situated southeast of Vung Tau city and stretches 4 km. It is one of Vietnam’s most stunning and popular beaches. Enjoy some leisure time swimming at Bãi Sau, renowned as one of Vietnam’s finest beaches, with a shoreline extending nearly 10 km.
- Vung Tau - Savor a delightful lunch at a local restaurant featuring a variety of Vietnamese dishes.
- Christ The King Statue - This unique architectural marvel is perched atop Mount Tao Phung. To visit this remarkable statue, you will ascend 800 stone steps. From the statue’s outstretched arms, you can enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of Vung Tau City.
- The Whale Temple - Constructed in the late 19th century and also known as Ong Nam Hai Temple, it has undergone several renovations to achieve its current form. The temple showcases ancient architecture with a simple exterior. Inside, there are three altars intricately carved with the four holy beasts: the Vietnamese dragon (Long), the Qilin (Lân), the Turtle (Quy), and the Phoenix (Phụng).
- White Palace - On the route from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau City, you will encounter numerous motorbikes, cars, and people escaping the hectic city life for a relaxing beach getaway. Vung Tau is an ideal choice due to its proximity. Besides swimming, there are many attractions to explore, with Bach Dinh (White Palace) being a standout.
- Mui Nghinh Phong - Watching the sunrise or sunset at Nghinh Phong Cape is an unforgettable experience, offering a serene atmosphere and refreshing sea breeze. From the hilltop, you can take in a sweeping view of the sea.
- Ho Chi Minh City - Arrive back in Ho Chi Minh City around 7:30 pm, where you will be dropped off at your hotel.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Friendly, super-informative and experienced English tour-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Friendly, super-informative and experienced English tour-guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Tips and Personal cost
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and Personal cost
- Alcoholic beverages
Additional Information
For those seeking a destination with stunning beaches and picturesque landscapes, Vũng Tàu stands out as a top option. Situated conveniently close to Ho Chi Minh City, it is perfect for a brief escape where visitors can unwind, soak in the coastal ambiance, and even return on the same day.
The Vũng Tàu tour offers an ideal mix of relaxation and…
For those seeking a destination with stunning beaches and picturesque landscapes, Vũng Tàu stands out as a top option. Situated conveniently close to Ho Chi Minh City, it is perfect for a brief escape where visitors can unwind, soak in the coastal ambiance, and even return on the same day.
The Vũng Tàu tour offers an ideal mix of relaxation and adventure. Participants can enjoy swimming at Bãi Sau (subject to conditions) and explore notable sites such as Tượng Chúa Kitô Vua. They can also admire the French colonial architecture at Bạch Dinh and take breathtaking photos at the renowned Mũi Nghinh Phong check-in spot, which offers a sweeping view of the sea.
- Infants are not encouraged to participate. In cases of infant participation, parents must ensure the safety of the baby and hold the baby in their arms.
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please indicate them when booking.
- Please wear long pants when visiting the Jesus Christ Statue
Location
203 Đ. Đề Thám
Đường Đề Thám
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.6
(15 Ratings)
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Simon_l
Mar 20, 2026
Vung Tau 1 day trip - Naomi is a kind girl who always provide answers and explained the schedule clearly. It was nice to have her as a tour guide.
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Dumitru
Feb 19, 2025
Must see during Vietnam trips - Amazing places to visit and very kindly people there. Just visit at least once in a life. Main attraction and other interesting places are ready to be discovered.
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O3306qidavids
Nov 27, 2024
Authentic Day Trip to Vung Tau – Culture, Nature, and Relaxation - Our day trip to Vung Tau was a delightful experience. The tour included visits to the White Palace, the Christ Statue, a temple, lunch at a beachfront restaurant, as well as a refreshing swim in the ocean. Overall, we found the experience enjoyable, and it was evident that our guide genuinely enjoyed leading the tour as well.
Vung Tau is not an overly touristic destination, which made the experience feel very authentic. Our guide’s English was adequate, but given that the tour was advertised as a luxury tour, we had slightly higher expectations in certain areas. For instance, providing chilled water bottles instead of warm ones would have been a thoughtful touch.
The highlight of our trip was the challenging but rewarding walk up to the Christ Statue. As temperatures in the area can be quite high, we recommend undertaking this activity either early in the morning or later in the evening to avoid the heat.
Swimming at the beach was a pleasant experience, although we were disappointed to find that the much more scenic Back Beach in Vung Tau was closed due to construction work.
In summary, the trip was enjoyable and authentic, with a few minor improvements that could enhance the overall experience.
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Meredith
Nov 7, 2024
Great day out to Vung Tau - Informative guide, really enjoyed the beautiful town of Vung Tau. Highlight was the Jesus Statue a great view and an even greater accomplishment climbing all those steps! . The Palace was beautiful and was a good insight as to how the royals lived. I especially enjoyed cooling off with a swim at the beach.
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370rakeshp
Oct 15, 2024
Great View Point - A very good enjoyable trip.Being a clear day the views were beautiful. The tour guide Sally was very helpful and knowledgeable about the places of visit.
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Sightsee30597470395
Dec 30, 2025
Davis-CA - We had an amazing time! Marcus Thang is very knowledgeable and familiar with the area so it is very helpful and informative. We wished they have a newer car but we understand December is a busy month for travel in VN.
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G82adsteved
Dec 27, 2025
Long pants needed for this tour - I was told at 9pm the night before that long pants were needed for this tour that left at 730am the next day. I should have been told about this as soon as I confirmed the booking. Luckily, I found pants at 10pm at night.
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458codyw
May 30, 2025
It was an experience - Traffic was terrible at no fault to the driver. V was a great guide but the fact that the main attraction was closed should be mentioned before hand
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153sethb
May 30, 2025
Bad traffic, adaptable guide - By the tour guide was amazing. Fun and adaptable. There was a major accident on the expressway which turned the 2 hour drive into a 6 hour 1 way trip. Then the statue of Jesus was closed. With that said Vy did her best to pivot and took us to another attraction which had amazing views.
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Levinias2024
Oct 19, 2025
Hmmm? - This is a long day...and for all the time spent driving was is worth it? Whale temple was for 30 minutes and sort of underwhelming. Learning about the spiritual beliefs of coastal fishing villages was interesting .Mui Nghinh Phong was on the list of places to visit, but we didn't. We got a view of it it from the Jesus Christ statue. That was a longer stop due to the 850 steps to get to the statue. Then about a 45 minute stop at the beach to sit in a chair and look at the ocean. If you really want to enjoy the beach you need to plan an overnight trip. Lunch - food was nice, restaurant location was nice, but the construction going on (jack hammer) was a destraction. The White Palace. was a 30 minute stop; some interesting historical facts. Nice views. Then another almost 3 hr trip back to HCM. We were not staying at a hotel on their list, so pick up and drop off presented some challenges.
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