Top Vietnam Archaeology Tours

Avoid the overpriced group tours on sale through your hotel and enjoy a private excursion to the imposing Marble Mountains, a short drive from both Hoi An and Da Nang. Discover cave grottoes and a Buddhist pagoda, take in the sights from the top of the mountain and see local craftspeople transform raw marble into handcrafted treasures.

Get familiar with the breathtaking Ba Na Hill Station on this day-long tour departing from your choice of Hoi An or Da Nang. Instead of haggling with a taxi operator or hiring a vehicle, enjoy convenient hotel pick up before jumping on a bus to the Ba Na Hills. See all of the major highlights of Ba Na, including the unusually-shaped Golden Bridge, remnants of colonial-era Indochina and the Linh Ung Pagoda with its colossal Buddha statue.

The full-day tour in My Son and Marble Mountains lets you discover with the old Cham towers and shrines built over 1400 years ago and a cluster of five marble and limestone hills located in Ngũ Hành Sơn District, south of Da Nang city in Vietnam. The five mountains are named after the five elements: Kim (metal), Thuy (water), Moc (wood), Hoa (fire) and Tho (earth). Highlights: - Explore the magnificent temples of My Son Holy Land - Discover the colorful Champa culture with our helpful guide - Enjoy local lunch - Visit the beautiful caves, Buddhist temple at marble mountains - Enjoy the beautiful view from the top of the mountain You will visit My Son in the morning and Marble mountains in the afternoon after lunch time. Morning tour: 7:30 AM Minimum 2 people per booking

Beat the crowds to the My Son Sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and save yourself a world of transport hassle on this half-day small-group tour. Your guide will bring the ruins, some of which date back more than 1500 years, to life and introduce the mysterious civilization which created them. Watch an Apsara dance, a classical Khmer dance, before heading back to Hoi An by way of a rice paper workshop.

After exploring the ancient town and tranquil canals of Hoi An, travelers to Vietnam can travel south to climb the iconic Marble Mountains of Da Nang. This half-day tour, which gets people back to their hotels by the afternoon, is perfect for short-term visitors who want to venture into the Vietnamese countryside without committing to a full day of travel.

Enjoy the stunning natural landscapes of one of Vietnam's most-storied provinces on this day trip by boat and bike from Hanoi. Journey into Hoa Lu, the ancient Vietnamese capital, and the Tam Coc caves, just 110 kilometers outside of the city. This leisurely journey includes lunch and is ideal for all fitness levels. Choose from four tour options to suit your budget.

Visit two major attractions of southern Vietnam—one historical, one natural, both cultural—on this full-day tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta from Ho Chi Minh City. Explore the tunnel system and learn about its role as a hospital, living quarters, storage, and more during wartime, and then cruise through the canals of the delta on a motorboat and rowboat to visit a village.

Gain a unique perspective of Ho Chi Minh City, where modern life meets traditional Vietnam. Tour the dynamic city with a professional guide who points out architectural features of French colonial–style buildings, such as Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral and Saigon Post Office. Visit other famous attractions including Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum, and the Jade Emperor Pagoda. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from districts 1 and 3.

Eat your way through Ho Chi Minh City’s street food scene on this half-day tasting tour, dedicated to local favorites that many culinary tours overlook. Drop in on hole-in-the-wall restaurants, where vendors have spent decades perfecting small but tasty menus. Enjoy eight tastings, including freshly made banh mi, sugar cane drink and sweet soup dessert.

The street food choices of Ho Chi Minh City can be astounding—and overwhelming. A personal guide makes the decisions and communications easier on this evening walking tour. After a convenient hotel pickup by taxi, savor a menu of delicious dishes washed down with beer and homemade Vietnamese rice wine.

Hear stories of the American-Vietnam war as you discover the maze-like Cu Chi Tunnels, a 136-mile (220 kilometers) network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong soldiers. Step back in time as you peek into the old storage areas, poke your head through camouflaged trapdoors, and crawl through military supply tunnels.

Skip the questionable taxi line at Tan Son Nhat and play it safe with professional, reliable, private transport service from the airport to your Ho Chi Minh City hotel. We'll track your flight and accommodate all delays and flight changes, and our friendly drivers will wait up to two hours post-arrival. Even if unexpected issues arise, just call our hotline—we'll send out another vehicle at no extra charge, day or night.

Cruise around the dramatic karst cliffs, lush islands, and natural sea caves of Halong Bay and admire the UNESCO-listed wonders from the water. After your transfer from Hanoi (if option selected), set sail on board a luxury cruise ship and enjoy at least five and a half hours cruising around the bay. During the tour, visit Sung Sot Cave, go kayaking or take a bamboo boat ride around Luon Cave, and cool off with a swim at Ti Top Island.

Experience the best of the Mekong Delta on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City, and explore the distinctive delta landscape by motorized river boat and row boat. You’ll visit a traditional temple, canal island, and local home along the way, then stop in a restaurant for a delta-style lunch. Your tour includes all transport, activities, entrance fees, lunch, and snacks, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off in central Ho Chi Minh City.

See the highlights of historic Hanoi on a 4-hour tour of the city that includes the Imperial Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about Vietnam’s history and traditions at a series of landmarks, then take a traditional 'cyclo' ride through the Old Quarter on a three-wheeled, bike-powered pedicab. This small-group tour is limited to 10 participants for a personalized experience, and all entrance fees are included, as well as pickup and drop-off at Hanoi hotels.

Travelers easily pass through Vietnam without experiencing the full range of sights and sounds that make up daily life there. Enjoy a guided tour beyond Hanoi’s Old Quarter to places where you'll often be the only tourist in sight. Visit the same markets the locals frequent and stroll around old apartment blocks to get a sense of daily life in Hanoi.

Visit two mountains in one day of sightseeing on this half-day tour from Hoi An. After hotel pickup, head to Marble Mountain to visit 19th-century Buddhist pagodas and a traditional marble carving village. After a few hours spent on Marble Mountain, explore Monkey Mountain and learn about its history from your guide.

Take a journey through the history of Ho Chi Minh City on this 4-hour city tour. Explore the inner city and its key attractions, learning about Ho Chi Minh’s rich historical heritage. After a morning pick-up from your hotel, head to the War Remnants Museum, the Reunification Palace and Saigon Post Office, before visiting the renowned French-style Notre Dame basilica.

If you’re interested in history then don’t miss out on a private day trip to My Son Sanctuary and the Marble Mountains from Da Nang or Hoi An, an easy way to travel between the dispersed attractions. Taking a private tour means that you’ll receive the undivided attention of your guide and be party to insider info that you may otherwise have missed. Plus, convenient hotel pickup and drop-off mean you won’t have to worry about finding a meeting point.

See the archeological site of My Son Sanctuary when its bathed in morning light on a sunrise tour that lets you beat the crowds and avoid the midday heat. As well as exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site in the cool morning, you’ll get a glimpse into local life during a stop at Thanh Ha fish market along the way.

   . Visit the lost champa kingdom in Viet nam History that comes from 2nd century to 15th century and learn about champa culture    . Enjoy the beauty of valley surrounding by jungle and mountains    . Explore the temples that were built and rebuilt  from 4th century to 13rd century and get to know about Hindurism.   TOUR PROGRAM : 7:30. Pick up at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang or any time that suits you most 8:30. Arrive to My Son, accessing the site via the provided electric cars and taking a short work from the drop-off point to the sites 9:30.Enjoy a traditional Apsara Dance and the longest whistle performed by an authentic Cham descendant 9:30 – 11:00. After the performance, visit the various different areas that make up the temple and tower complex, providing our knowledgeable guides providing you with a deep understanding of the extensive history of the site and its spiritual context. we will return you to your hotel

The My Son Sanctuary is one of Vietnam’s most important ancient Cham sites and less than an hour’s drive from Hoi An. On this tour, travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and explore the ancient ruins with a private guide. During your visit, admire temples dating back to the 4th century and learn the fascinating history of the former Kingdom of Champa.

MY SON sanctuary heritage is an UNESCO declared World Heritage site and one of the foremost Hindu temple complexes in Southeast Asia. While some of the complex was destroyed by US bombing during the Vietnam War, you can still fully experience the ancient temple architecture, archaeology, mysterious history and the sculptural masterpieces built between the 4th and 14th centuries by the Cham Kingdom. We will share many hidden stories that's never written in travel guide books or magazines.

My son Afternoon Tour Program : – 13:00. Pick up at your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang city – 14:30. Arrive to My Son and take a buggy with a short walk to the sites – 15:00 – 16:30. Professional English speaking Tour guide will take you visit the different groups from B C D,A,G to E & F with deep understanding about the history and about Cham People, Cham Kingdom & Cham history – 17:20. Return to your hotel in Hoi An or Da Nang HIGHLIGHTS :    . Visit the lost champa kingdom in Viet nam History that comes from 2nd century to 15th century and learn about champa culture    . Enjoy the beauty of valley surrounding by jungle and mountains    . Explore the temples that were built and rebuilt  from 4th century to 13rd century    . Try to find down how did the cham people built the temple without using mortar