10 Day Fully escorted and immersive battlefield & cultural tour of Vietnam
01 – 11 NOVEMBER 2026
Twin Share – $4,775 per person
Single Room Supplement – $1,150

Escorted by Australian military history expert and battlefield guide, Michael Kelly.

Our tours, now in their 29th year, provide you with the most complete understanding of the story of Vietnam. The itinerary is designed by our experienced and respected historians and tour guides. You will walk the ground, view the terrain and learn of harsh challenges faced by those serving on both sides of the conflict.

Your tour highlights:

Our expert military historian Michael Kelly will share his unique expertise and authoritative knowledge to guide you on an extraordinary battlefield tour and the journey of a lifetime. Our 10 day in depth tour of Vietnam will appeal to anyone who wishes to explore a part of Australia’s rich military history and enjoy the history, culture and sites of an exciting and colourful land.

It offers the opportunity to travel from Ho Chi Minh City in the South all the way to Hanoi in the North, whilst providing an opportunity to explore the major Australian locations and actions. You’ll be able to immerse yourself in a country that has breathtaking natural beauty, with an incredible heritage that is utterly compelling.

• Begin in the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh with a walking tour of the important
  landmarks
• Visit a section of the 250km tunnel network at Cu Chi
• Stay at Vung Tau and visit the nearby rubber plantations surrounding the site of the Battle of Long Tan on 18 August 1966 to pay your respects at the Memorial Site.
• Visit the16th century UNSECO world heritage listed old town of Hoi An with its well-preserved architecture and to Marble Mountain, named after the five elements
• Travel to Hue and learn about the intriguing histories of Vietnam’s emperors and the restored Citadel so severely damaged in fighting during the Tet Offensive in 1968.
• Explore the tunnels at Vinh Moc where local communities sought underground refuge during the war
• The tour concludes in Hanoi with a visit to Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda and the “Hanoi Hilton” during the war, Hoa Lo prison. impressive new Vietnam Military History Museum

Vietnam In Depth Battlefield & Cultural Tour Highlights:

• The high-octane Ho Chi Minh City. It is a place of stark contrasts, from the classiest of restaurants to the tastiest of street stalls, the choicest of boutiques to the scrum of the markets. Enjoy a guided walking tour of historical landmarks of this fabulous city: the former Presidential Palace (site of the iconic photo of the North Vietnamese tank breaking through the gates in 1975), the War Remnants Museum and a walking tour around the Opera House, Notre Dame and City Hall
• Củ Chi, where an immense network of connecting underground tunnels provided a Viet Cong base close to Saigon.
• Visit the Long Tan Memorial and the site of Operation Hammer at Binh Ba
• Accompanied by both an Australian historian and a local military expert tour guide who have led Boronia Travel battlefield tours together over many years. Their combined knowledge provides a comprehensive balance of history and culture.
• Guided battlefield touring of Vung Tau, Phuoc Tuy Province, Nui Dat, Binh Ba, Long Tan, The Horseshoe, Long Hai Hills, Dong Ha
• Hoi An – Guided walking tour to around this 16th Century merchant town and nearby Marble Mountain
• Hue – Guided tour of Hue’s ancient Citadel, Forbidden Purple City and a cruise along the Perfume River, a crucial supply line for ARVN troops
• Tour the complex Vinh Moc Tunnels and see the original DMZ
• Hanoi – sightseeing including Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum, One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature and the infamous ‘Hanoi Hilton’ (Hoa Lo Prison)
• Should your tour be of a personal pilgrimage, we invite you to advise us of any
  particular interest, such as relatives who took part in the campaign, for further
  research to ensure, where possible, that you visit the site and that detailed
  information be provided for further discussions.
• Offering personalised service to every tour member, we are the most experienced battlefield tour specialists in Australia having operated tours for nearly 30 years.

We invite you to contact our expert battlefield tour agents, Michelle and Alyssa on 1800 035 350 to discuss our itinerary and inclusions further.

Your Vietnam In Depth Battlefield & Cultural Tour Includes:

• Fully escorted by Australia military historian and battlefield specialist.
• All meals as listed on the itinerary
• All battlefield excursions, scenic drives and sightseeing as described in the itinerary.
• Must-see cultural visits in each city
• Accommodation is in 4 star deluxe Vietnamese hotels
• Services of a local English-speaking expert guide throughout your tour.
• Ground transport.
• All entrance fees as per the itinerary.
• Boronia Travel cap, ticket wallet and luggage tags.

Extras:

• Single Supplement available
• *Prices are listed as per person. Prices are based on current costs and exchange rates and are subject to change.
• Boronia Travel Centre uses Singapore Airlines for their Vietnam Tours, and have access to the most competitive discounted airfares available from Australia.
• Upgrade airfares to business and first class available upon request.

Meals Included: B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Day 1 – Sunday 01 November – On arrival into Ho Chi Minh City airport you will be welcomed by our local guide and transferred to the hotel for check in. This Afternoon is free to relax and explore Ho Chi Minh City. Tonight you will enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Grand Sai Gon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City (D)

Day 2 – Monday 02 November – After breakfast we travel out of the city to the Cu Chi tunnels, the area of 1 RAR’s Operation Crimp in January 1966. On arrival you will be guided through the famous tunnels used by the communist guerillas during the Vietnam War. The tunnel network stretches over 250km and extends to three levels underground providing you with a remarkable insight into the hardships, courage, determination and terror of a guerilla war. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. Later we visit the former Presidential Palace, site of the iconic photo of the North Vietnamese tank breaking through the gates in 1975, followed by a visit to the War Remnants Museum as well as a walking tour of some of Ho Chi Minh City’s Historical sites including the Opera House, Notre Dame and City Hall. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: Grand Sai Gon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City (B, L)

Day 3 – Tuesday 03 November – After breakfast, we drive south to Vung Tau, wartime site of the 1st Australian Logistic Support Group and an R and C location. We check in to the Imperial Hotel located on the site of the former The Peter Badcoe Club at Back Beach, then tour the town of Vung Tau, including a cable car ride to the top of the former Radar Hill for a panorama of the area. Remainder of the afternoon is free to settle into our accommodation for the next three nights.
Overnight: The Imperial Hotel, Vung Tau  (B, L)

Day 4 – Wednesday 04 November – This morning tour the western area of the former Phuoc Tuy Province. First visit Ba Ria, capital of the now Ba Ria – Vung Tau Province. We then drive, via Hoa Long, to the site of the 1 ATF base at Nui Dat. After that, we visit the Long Tan Memorial Site before continuing on to Binh Ba, site of the major 5 RAR action during Operation Hammer in June 1969. Return to Vung Tau in the afternoon for a rest or a swim in the private beach club. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: The Imperial Hotel, Vung Tau  (B, L)

Day 5 – Thursday 05 November – Today, we continue on to the site of the former Fire Support Base at The Horseshoe. It’s then south through the location of the infamous Barrier Minefield, into what was the Minh Dam Secret Zone in the Long Hai Hills. There,
visit the museum and, perhaps, take the climb to the heights for a view of the surrounding area. We continue west, through the area of 6 RAR’s Operation Bribie in February 1967, on the way back to Vung Tau. Lunch at Long Hai beach. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: The Imperial Hotel, Vung Tau (B, L)

Day 6 – Friday 06 November – This morning, we return to Ho Chi Minh City Airport for our flight to Da Nang. Upon arrival travel south to Hoi An, a major trading centre in the 16th and 17th centuries. After check in and a freshen up at the hotel, we take a walking
tour through the UNESCO World Heritage listed old town of Hoi An. We will see traditional crafts, the Sa Huynh Museum with exhibitions from the early history of the town, and the famous Japanese covered bridge dating back to 1593. Perhaps you might like to take the opportunity to visit one of the many tailor shops to be measured for a
custom suit or dress, or have shoes made by a cobbler. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: Bel Marina Resort, Hoi An (B)

Day 7 – Saturday 07 November – This morning, we depart Hoi An and make our way North to Marble Mountain located between Da Nang and Hoi An, overlooking the Eastern Sea. Marble Mountain is a cluster of 5 limestone and marble hills, each named after one of the five elements: metal, water, fire, wood, and earth. The main Mountain of Water (Thuy Son) has many caves and pagodas dating from the early 17th century. It also offers a commanding view down the length of the beach and across the countryside. Leaving the mountain we drive to Hue, via the spectacular Hai Van Pass. After arrival and check in we will have an orientation drive around the city of Hue. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: White Lotus Hotel, Hue (B, L)

Day 8 – Sunday 08 November – Today we tour the former Imperial Capital of Hue and visit the remarkable Citadel, with its temples, towers, and residences. Severely damaged in fighting during the Tet Offensive in 1968, much restoration has been completed, and the site makes a striking impression. Later we take a boat trip on the Perfume River to the Thien Mu Pagoda discussing the battle of Hue, and the Australian adviser who used this part of the river to ferry supplies to his ARVN troops who were cut off from main locations. We visit the Imperial Museum, the Minh Mang Tomb, and the vibrant Dong Ba riverside market. Lunch will be a traditional Buddhist banquet at a pagoda. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: White Lotus Hotel, Hue (B, L)

Day 9 – Monday 09 November – Following check out we head north to Dong Ha, capital of Quang Tri Province. We will visit the Vinh Moc tunnel complex, where a whole community moved underground for refuge from the heavy bombing during the war.
Afterwards return to Dong Ha via the crossing point on the Ben Hai River, at the 17th Parallel, marking the original Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) between North and South Vietnam. Later we check into the Dong Ha Hotel, which was the site of a former supply base for the Australian Army Training Team Vietnam. Dinner own arrangements.
Overnight: Sai Gon Dong Ha Hotel, Dong Ha, Quang Tri (B, L)

Day 10 – Tuesday 10 November – An early departure this morning to Hue Airport for our flight to Hanoi. Upon arrival we transfer to our hotel for check in and lunch. This afternoon we visit Ho Chi Minh’s Mausoleum and his former home, the One Pillar Pagoda, the Temple of Literature and Hoa Lo prison (the “Hanoi Hilton” during the war). This evening to toast the end of our tour, we attend a delicious farewell banquet in a lovely local restaurant.
Overnight: Tirant Hotel, Hanoi  (B, L, D)

Day 11 – Wednesday 11 November – After Breakfast, our tour ends with a transfer to Hanoi airport for your onward flight. (B)

*Itinerary subject to change according to prevailing circumstances.

Grand Saigon Hotel, Ho Chi Minh City

A beautifully restored colonial building located in the heart of District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Enjoy spacious accommodations with classic French décor, tailored amenities, and stunning views of the city or our inviting outdoor pool. Delight your palate at our two on-site restaurants, offering a diverse menu of Asian and European cuisines. Just a short stroll away from the Saigon River and the Opera House, you’ll be within minutes of famous attractions like Ho Chi Minh City Hall and the Reunification Palace. Unwind at our luxurious spa, take a refreshing dip in the hot tub, or relax in the sauna.

The Imperial Hotel, Vung Tau

The Imperial Hotel is the only 5 Star hotel in Vung Tau City. Located only 150 m from Bai Sau Beach, it features 6 dining options and free Wi-Fi. Guest rooms at Vung Tau Imperial Hotel overlook the ocean, pool or city. Each well-furnished room is equipped with a TV with cable channels, and private bathroom with a bathtub. Recreation facilities include a beach club, 3 swimming pools and a luxurious spa.

Bel Marina Resort, Hoi An

Bel Marina Hoi A Resort offers a relaxing riverside escape just a 7-minute walk from Hoi An Ancient Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The resort features stylish, air-conditioned villas with modern comforts, a spa and wellness centre, and complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the property. Guests can enjoy scenic river views, Vietnamese and international cuisine at the in-house restaurant, and the convenience of 24-hour front desk and room service. With easy access to An Bang Beach, it’s an ideal base for both relaxation and exploration.

White Lotus Hotel, Hue

White Lotus Hue Hotel offers an elegant stay in the heart of Huế, just a short walk from Trang Tien Bridge and the Perfume River. Guests can relax by the pool with city views, enjoy spa and wellness facilities, and dine on local and international cuisine while exploring Huế’s historic sites nearby.

Sai Gon Dong Ha Hotel, Dong Ha, Quang Tri

Sai Gon Dong Ha Hotel provides a comfortable retreat in Quảng Trị, close to local markets and regional landmarks. Guests can unwind in spacious rooms, cool off in the seasonal outdoor pool, and enjoy on-site dining, making it a convenient base for discovering central Vietnam.

Tirant Hotel, Hanoi

Hanoi Tirant Hotel is perfectly located in Hanoi’s Old Quarter, just a two-minute walk from Hoan Kiem Lake. Guests enjoy stylish Indochina-inspired rooms, a rooftop pool and lounge, and easy access to the Old Quarter’s vibrant streets, shops, and street food scene.

Our tour members depend on us to provide a once in a lifetime battlefield experience combined with exceptional customer service. We do our best to meet and exceed their high standards, which is what you’d expect from Australia’s leading battlefield tour company. Here’s what our past passengers say about our efforts…

“What a great tour it was! It’s taken me a while but just wanted to says thanks, and to let you know how fantastic the tour to Vietnam was. The organisation was incredible, everything ran like clockwork. We got to see amazing sights, enjoy amazing company, and at the same time we were able to get an insight into the Vietnam war, Ho Chi Minh, and the Vietnamese culture. The hotels were all great, and the food was sensational.

Our tour guide did an amazing job and didn’t miss a beat. The Vietnamese guides were great, especially Chi who took us to a rooftop bar on the last day to try the most amazing Vietnamese coffee. Once again thanks to the team.”
Kay and John Woolnough

“It is extraordinary to find someone who is so experienced, helpful and willing to offer assistance…”
C Kelly, Aspley

“Our battlefield trip was wonderful and will stay in our minds forever.”
A Griffiths, Farrer

“We had a wonderful time with lots of interesting and enjoyable stories to tell…”
G Hickingbotham, Gisborne

“It was everything I had hoped for and more.”
I Surplice, Middle Dural

“Thank you for your organisation of the best, and I do mean the best tour I’ve ever been on.”
R Thompson, Stradbroke Island

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