4 Vietnam Palace Tours to Put on the Itinerary

1.2-Day Royal Palace Ha Long Bay & Ti Top Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 627 reviews · from $108Our pick

Spend one night aboard the Royal Palace cruise in Ha Long Bay, with kayaking, Ti Top Island, Surprising Cave, Tai Chi, meals, and a cooking class. English-speaking guides such as Violet, Alex, and Tony help keep the busy schedule on track. Hanoi pickup is optional, and the standard cabins have private bathrooms.

“The tour was amazing! Did it last year already and came back to do it a second time. The cruise team is so friendly and helpful all the time. A special thanks goes out to Violet our tourguide for making the experience unforgettably.”

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2.HCM: War Remnants Museum & Independence Palace Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 237 reviews · 2 hours · from $9Best value

In two hours, walk from Trung Nguyên Legend Café to the War Remnants Museum and Independence Palace with a small English or Vietnamese speaking group. Guides such as Dickies, Sunny, Tyson, and Spike explain Vietnam’s wartime past, palace politics, and local culture. Expect graphic museum displays, detailed palace rooms, and time to explore at your own pace.

“David was a magnificent host. His knowledge and passion for the history of this beautiful country was outstanding and he was a great caring guide. Five stars! We highly recommend him”

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3.Free E-Sim War Remnants Museum & Independence Palace Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · 90 minutes - 4 hours · from $16

See two essential Ho Chi Minh City sights with an English or French-speaking guide. The tour pairs the War Remnants Museum's difficult wartime exhibits with the Independence Palace, where guides such as Cyta, Tom, Steven, and Tran bring Vietnam's past into clear focus. Choose a private or small-group option, and receive a free e-SIM when booking.

“Steven has been an amazing guide. He explained Vietnam history and shared interesting glimpses and details on its culture. The visit to the Reunification Palace and War Remnants Museum was crucial to know this beautiful country and its past. Very much recommended! Thank you Steven!”

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4.Vung Tau Full-Day Tour with Beach, Christ Statue & White Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $33Top rated

Leave central Ho Chi Minh City for a 10 to 11-hour Vung Tau outing with an English-speaking guide, air-conditioned transport, lunch, and entry fees. You will visit Thuy Van Beach, the 32-meter Christ the King Statue, Thang Tam Whale Temple, White Palace, and Nghinh Phong Cape. Swimming is not included, and some packages carry extra charges.

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