Highlight: ● Enjoy a trip through Vietnam’s countryside ● Visit the only Australian military base in the Vietnam War at Nui Dat ● Learn about the Long Tan battlefield ● Pay tribute to the fallen soldiers from the battle of Long Tan at the Australian Memorial

With a knowledgeable guide by your side during this full-day private tour, see Vietnamese military bases, and meet local people who survived the Vietnam War along with those who grew up in the postwar years. You have the option of visiting Long Tan and the Nui Dat Task Force Base (site of diggers, or Aussie soldiers). Includes lunch and round-trip hotel transport by private minivan from Ho Chi Minh City.

One of the most well-known Australian engagements of the Vietnam War – external site was the Battle of Long Tan – external site, 18 August 1966. The battle saw the action of 108 ANZACS against a Viet Cong (North Vietnamese) force – external site estimated between 1,500 and 2,500. The Battle was one of the heaviest conflicts of the Vietnam War as well as one the few battles in the recorded history of the world to be won against such odds. Vietnam Veterans’ Day, celebrated in Australia on 18 August each year, commemorates the Battle of Long Tan and those Australians who served during the Vietnam War and is an opportunity to remember those who did not come home.

Explore Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War with this tour, specially crafted for Australian veterans but open to everyone. Long Tan holds a special place in ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) folklore. On August 18, 1966, D Company, despite being heavily outnumbered, faced a large Viet Cong assault in an intense battle. This trip takes you to a former base and includes visits to the Long Tan Cross, Long Phuoc Tunnels, Horseshoe Hill, the Robert Taylor Museum of Worldwide Arms, and Vung Tau Beach. – Experienced tour guide to lead you through critical war-related sites. – Travel in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle. – Lunch and bottled water will be provided. – All entry fees and permits are included.

Embark on a poignant journey to the Long Phuoc Tunnels in Ba Ria town, exploring the interconnected tunnel system used during the Vietnam War. Visit the Long Tan Battlefield, paying respects at the Long Tan Cross Memorial, honoring fallen soldiers. Explore Nui Dat Hill, the former base of the Australian Task Force, before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant and returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Experience Highlights: Long Phuoc Tunnels Exploration: Discover the intricate tunnel system used for shelter and strategy during the Vietnam War. Long Tan Battlefield Visit: Pay respects at the Long Tan Cross Memorial, honoring the brave soldiers who fought. Nui Dat Hill: Explore the former Australian Task Force base and Luscombe Airfield. Cultural Lunch: Savor local cuisine at a traditional restaurant.

This itinerary is designed for Australian and New Zealand veterans, their relatives, friends, and visitors interested in the battle sites where those countries’ soldiers fought and died. The focus will be on the sights – wherever possible, we bring past combatants together in a spirit of reconciliation.

Adventures Travel Vietnam offers the best Vung Tau battle field Shore Excursion for cruise ship passengers from Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Vietnam. We guarantee a local perspective that will give you and your family a once in a lifetime experience. Itinerary: 07:00 – 07:30 Pick up from the Phu My port 08:30 Stop over to enjoy Vietnamese coffee 09:00 visit the orphanage managed by the Australian Vietnam Veterans Reconstruction Group (AVVRG) Visit the Long Tan Cross Memorial, a focal point for remembrance, and head to the Long Phuoc Tunnels—featuring meeting areas, first aid stations, and fighting pits Have lunch at local restaurant. Relax on the beach Go shopping at local market Transfer back to the Phu My port Drop off at the Phu My port and finish your shore excursions to Vung Tau

Vietnam Shore Excursions offers the best Vung Tau battle field Shore Excursion for cruise ship passengers from Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Vietnam. We guarantee a local perspective that will give you and your family a once in a lifetime experience. Itinerary: 07:00 – 07:30 Pick up from the Phu My port 08:30 Stop over to enjoy Vietnamese coffee 09:00 visit the orphanage managed by the Australian Vietnam Veterans Reconstruction Group (AVVRG) Visit the Long Tan Cross Memorial, a focal point for remembrance, and head to the Long Phuoc Tunnels—featuring meeting areas, first aid stations, and fighting pits Have lunch at local restaurant. Relax on the beach Go shopping at local market Transfer back to the Phu My port Drop off at the Phu My port and finish your shore excursions to Vung Tau

Nowadays, famous beach tours and delta tours are great journeys on your holiday. Beside, exploring and getting the knowledge from fierce battles of Vietnamese people in Long Tan- Nui Dat battle field is an interesting experience on your trip. You will a get good chance to visit Long Tan Cross, Horseshoe, Long Phuoc Tunnel, Nui Dat and Ba Ria Orphanage. It’s possible for all tourists that want to explore and care about American war and Australian veterans.