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15 Private Tours in Vietnam: Where to Put Your Money

246 tours  ·  from $5

There is never a spare day going. These 15 private tours are the ones that earn the slot, priced and timed so the choice takes minutes.

Private Street Food Tour by Motorbike/Car with Local Students - Riding through Saigon with a local student guide
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Private Street Food Tour by Motorbike/Car with Local Students

1.Private Street Food Tour by Motorbike/Car with Local Students

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,950 reviews · from $45Our pick

Join local student guides such as Long, Ted, Thu, or Peter for a four-hour private food tour by motorbike or car. Expect eight tastings, back-alley eateries, city stories, and Ho Thi Ky Flower Market. Hotel pickup is included in Districts 1, 3, 4, and 5, with a vegetarian menu available.

“Harley was the most excellent guide. She is very good at driving her scooter and I felt safe. She explained everything very well.”

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Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City - Barbecue streets and bo la lot bring the strongest local flavors
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Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

2.Private Street Food Evening Walking Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,175 reviews · from $49

Spend about four hours eating through Ho Chi Minh City with a private English-speaking guide such as Anna, Aaron, Vejo, or Harry. Start with hotel pickup by taxi, then visit local food stalls and restaurants in districts such as 3 and 10. Expect generous portions, several dishes, drinks, plenty of walking, and possible stops at the flower market.

“Our family of 4 had a great tour with Vejo from the Street Food Man. He took us to District 3 & 10 and spoke about the Vietnamese culture while we feasted on local foods. Each tasty bite was prepared fresh for us as we learned how to eat iRead more”

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Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony - Afternoon kayaking at Tra Bau
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Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

3.Doris Cruise 5 star cruise 2 days visiting Halong Bay Lan Ha Bay private balcony

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,338 reviews · from $235

Travel from Hanoi to Doris Cruise for two days among Ha Long and Lan Ha Bays. You get a private balcony cabin, meals, kayaking or a rowboat, swimming, Tai Chi, a cooking class, and a Dark and Bright Cave visit. Hosts including Emily, Mona, and Jessica are praised for attentive service, though the boat is not the most luxurious in its class.

“Very nice rooms , vegan food, well planned activities and the sundeck.”

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Private Street Food Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh City - District 10: Flowers, night markets, and a food-loving neighborhood
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Private Street Food Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

4.Private Street Food Motorbike Tour in Ho Chi Minh City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,180 reviews · from $55

Spend four hours riding behind skilled local drivers through Ho Chi Minh City, stopping for street food, seafood, desserts, drinks, a flower market, and a pagoda inside an apartment building. Pickup is available in Districts 1, 3, 4, 5, and 10. Guides such as Thuy, Albert, Grace, and Eugene add local stories and practical food tips.

“Thuy and Lucy were fantastic! We had an incredible time experiencing Ho Chi Minh City on motorbikes—not only enjoying amazing food but also learning about the culture and exploring a variety of districts beyond D1, where we stayed. They were knowledgeable, kind, and made the night unforgettable. 10/10 recommend!”

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Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option - What you see at Ben Duoc
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Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option

5.Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels Tour (max 12 people) with Private Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,885 reviews · from $19

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the less-visited Ben Duoc section of the Cu Chi Tunnels in a group of up to 12 or 15, depending on the departure. Expect a clear English-speaking guide, narrow tunnel passages, jungle remnants, rice paddies, and an optional shooting range. VIP departures add limousine transport and lunch.

“Very interesting experience (especially seeing the tunnels) and we liked a lot the explanation of our guide Khoa.”

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Easy Rider private tour via Hai Van pass from Hue - Da Nang - Hoi An (1Way|Loop) - Swimming at Suoi Mo Waterfall
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Easy Rider private tour via Hai Van pass from Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An (1Way|Loop)

6.Easy Rider private tour via Hai Van pass from Hue – Da Nang – Hoi An (1Way|Loop)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,542 reviews · from $55

Travel between Hue, Da Nang, and Hoi An on a private motorcycle with an English-speaking driver-guide. Stop at Tam Giang or Lap An Lagoon, Suoi Mo Waterfall, Lang Co Beach, Hai Van Pass, Dragon Bridge, and Marble Mountains. Guides such as Quynh, Dan, An, and Minh are known for careful riding, local stories, and flexible photo stops.

“Had a full day with Long and Phi taking me and my partner through the Hai Van Pass with some incredible stops along the way, including a beautiful waterfall that was great for swimming in. We couldn’t have asked for better guides, they knRead more”

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Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City - Meeting your student guide in Hanoi
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Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City

7.Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,251 reviews

Explore Hanoi with a private student guide who can shape the walk around your interests. The usual route covers Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple, the Temple of Literature, and Hoa Lo Prison, with possible additions such as the Old Quarter, cathedral, Opera House, or Train Street. Hotel pickup is free in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, but entrance fees and transport cost extra.

“What an amazing trip ! My husband and I had joined this non-profit private walking tour. Hoà and Lily were our tour guides. They were so informative and helpful in walking around Hanoi with us. Since we are over 70 years old, they were Read more”

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Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep - Starting at the Saigon Opera House
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Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep

8.Ho Chi Minh City Private Half-Day Tour by U.S Army Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,164 reviews · from $71

Ride through Ho Chi Minh City in a private open-air U.S. Army Jeep with a separate driver and English-speaking guide. In about four hours, visit the Independence Palace, War Remnants Museum, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Central Post Office, Ben Thanh Market, and major French colonial sights. Guides such as Hoa, Hao, Kent, and Ken are known for lively history talks.

“We really enjoyed the tour. The guide was very competent and spoke with great knowledge about the city. The additional food tour included delicious, authentic Vietnamese dishes. For the evening tour, considering the heavy traffic on the streets, I recommend bringing a face mask.”

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Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour With Real Foodie - Ten tastings across Hanoi’s Old Quarter
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Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour With Real Foodie

9.Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour With Real Foodie

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,042 reviews · from $36

Meet your private foodie guide at your Old Quarter hotel for a three-hour walk through Hanoi’s street-food scene. Expect about ten tastings, from noodle soups and grilled pork to sticky rice, snacks, and Vietnamese sandwiches, followed by egg coffee at Cafe Giảng. Guides such as Minh, Bao, Andy, and Linh tailor choices to allergies, preferences, and appetite.

“Very nice private food tour with charming and friendly guide. Our guide Cherry was very kind and professional and took us to very different locations”

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PRIVATE TOUR HALONG BAY ONE DAY with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat - Hon Ga Choi Island and the bay’s famous symbols
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Private Tour Halong Bay One Day with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

10.Private Tour Halong Bay One Day with Cave, Kayaking, Bamboo Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,007 reviews · from $160

Travel from Hanoi’s Old Quarter to Halong Bay by expressway, then cruise among limestone islands, visit Fighting Cocks Island and Incense Burner Island, explore Thien Cung Cave, and kayak or take a bamboo boat through quiet lagoons. Guides including Hai, Robert, Gam, and Jacky are available depending on the day.

“Absolutely amazing! Hai was so friendly and knowledgeable. The less touristy route allowed us to experience peaceful lagoons, beautiful caves, and incredible views. Highly recommend!”

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Ha Giang Loop 3D/2N Private Room+Free Dorm Hotel 1N before tour - Dinh Vua Meo and the road to Dong Van
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Ha Giang Loop 3D/2N Private Room+Free Dorm Hotel 1N before tour

11.Ha Giang Loop 3D/2N Private Room+Free Dorm Hotel 1N before tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 993 reviews · from $170

Ride from Ha Giang through Quan Ba, Dong Van, Ma Pi Leng Pass, Meo Vac, Du Gia, and Lung Tam. Choose an easy rider or self-drive if you have the required papers. Your group can have up to 10 people, with meals, motorbike, fuel, helmets, private rooms, and a free dorm night before the tour included.

“It was great! Mr. Tom and his team were amazing! Good and safe easy drivers and also very funny. Everything was very good organised. Many stops, good homestays and great food. All in a beautifull and standing environment. Thank you 🫶”

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Cu Chi Tunnels - VIP Private Tour - Choosing between Ben Dinh and Ben Duoc
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Cu Chi Tunnels – VIP Private Tour

12.Cu Chi Tunnels – VIP Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 883 reviews · from $50

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Cu Chi Tunnels in a private van or limo, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, and the choice of Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc. Expect a wartime film, narrow tunnels, traps, bomb craters, tapioca and tea, plus optional shooting for adults. Guides such as Bunny, Hieu, Bruno, and Toan are praised for clear, engaging explanations.

“Bunny was hands-down the best guide we had in Saigon. She was super knowledgeable and explained everything about the Cu Chi tunnels in a way that was easy to follow and really interesting. She kept the tour fun, answered all our questions, and pointed out things we never would’ve noticed on our own. We learned a lot and had such a great time. Request for Bunny as your tour guide! You won’t regret it.”

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Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (HAN) and Hanoi Old Quarter - Meeting your driver after landing
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Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (Han) and Hanoi Old Quarter

13.Private transfer between Hanoi Airport (Han) and Hanoi Old Quarter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 850 reviews

Book a private, air-conditioned transfer between Noi Bai International Airport and Hanoi Old Quarter for up to two people. Your driver meets you with a name sign, handles the route and luggage, and takes you to your hotel in about 45 minutes. Provide flight and hotel details, then reconfirm the pickup point before travel.

“Driver was very easy to find outside the terminal. He waited for us despite our flight being delayed by an hour. His driving to old town was smooth and fast. Very impressive.”

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High Quality Small Group With Easy Riders 3 Day + Private Room - Day one: Heaven Gate, villages, and the Hmong King Palace
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High Quality Small Group With Easy Riders 3 Day + Private Room

14.High Quality Small Group With Easy Riders 3 Day + Private Room

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 829 reviews · from $265

Ride the Ha Giang Loop for three days with a small group of up to eight. English-speaking guides such as Frank, Thanh, Nien, or Zaj lead the route, while licensed Easy Riders handle the motorbike. Expect Ma Pi Leng Pass, Hmong King Palace, village homestays, private rooms, 3 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 2 dinners, and dramatic mountain views.

“This tour was a highlight of our vietnam trip. Nien and Luu were our drivers and always ensured we were safe and well fed. Nien was our guide and was super knowledgeable about the history and all the sites and viewpoints we visited. His Read more”

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Private Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day Adventure Tour - Why a private guide changes the tunnel visit
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Private Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day Adventure Tour

15.Private Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day Adventure Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 800 reviews · from $59

Spend 6 to 7 hours traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to the Ben Dinh Cu Chi Tunnels with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll see traps, workshops, and tunnel layouts, enter sections of the underground network, and stop at a lacquer workshop. Some VIP bookings include nuoc mia or a light meal, with vegetarian food available on request.

“Jack (Thanh) is an amazing tour guide. Our 14-year old son thoroughly enjoyed learning about the history of Vietnam with Jack's dynamic way of explaining quite a complex subject. All in all, it was a fun and educational experience for us all.”

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