Vietnam Shore Excursions, Day Trips & Tours for cruise passengers

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Vietnam Shore Excursions: Private Day Tours for Cruise Ship Passengers

If you’re sailing on a cruise ship that stops in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Halong or Danang, you can explore the cities on a private guided tours on a shore excursion. There are several ship-to-shore tours available specifically for cruise passengers. If you book in advance, a private national tour guide will be waiting for you when you disembark.

Vietnam Shore Excursions guided land tours with an itinerary for cruise ship passengers, travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and return to the port at the end of the day to rejoin your cruise-ship.

Private shore excursion with a personal guide and vehicle, which can be customized to your interests. Whether shore excursion for Royal Caribbean passengers, Holand America cruise line or any other. The cost of the Shore excursion tour is determined by the duration and the cities you’ll be booking to visit. A typical full-day private guide shore excursion lasts about 9 hours in Hoi An.

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Popular Vietnam Shore Excursion Private tours

Plan and book your ideal private Vietnam shore excursion tours as your cruise sail toward Danang, Hanoi, Halong, Ho Chi Minh City & Vung Tau, there’s a shore excursion for all your stops.

1. Danang: Shore Excursions Tours From Chan May & Tien Sa Ports

Danang Customized Day Trip Private with Guide, pickup from Chan may & Tien Sa cruise ports.

Chan May port to Danang private tour and car: Danang city would be the docking point if your cruise ship scheduled to dock at Central Vietnam. The two main ports including Chan May & Tien Sa in Danang city, private tour from one of these ports are very popular enables cruise passengers to visit Danang, Ba Na Hills, Hoi An, Or, the imperial city of Hue.

Chan May is the main and most comfortable docking point for private shore Excursions to tour Hue, Danang including Ba Na Hills as well as Hoi An.

Tien Sa, also known as Danang port, is located ashore the Danang city and it is most recommended for Guided Private Vietnam Shore Excursions in Danang city, Hoi An ancient town and a day trip to visit historic Champa ruins located in My Son peninsula.

2. Shore Excursions From Ho Chi Minh City & Vung Tau’s Phu My Port

Ho Chi Minh City, still commonly known as Saigon, is surround by four ports where international cruise ships allowed to dock in, basically, all the Small & medium-sized cruises are proceed to dock in at the Saigon river in the of the city. The docking points including: Nha Rong, Phu Huu & Hiep Phuoc ports.

In addition, the larger cruise ships would only allow to dock at Phu My Port located in the beach town of Vung Tau, some 60KM south of the Ho Chi Minh City. if your cruise ship arrive at this port, the best excursions to opt for including: City tour in Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong River Delta or Anzac Tour Aussie & Kiwi war veteran (Visit Long Tan Cross + Horseshoe + Long Phuoc Tunnels & Nui Dat)

Other Cruise ports such as Nha Rong, Phu Huu & Hiep phuoc are suitable for cruise passengers looking for a private Shore Excursions to war tunnels of Cu Chi Tunnel & Saigon City or the Mekong Delta including Ben Tre and floating markets.
vietnam shoer excursion - bus is waiting to pick passengers up from phu my port, vung tau

3. Private Shore Excursions From Ha Long Bay To Hanoi

A private shore Excursions for cruise passengers From Halong Bay & Hai Phong can be arranged to visit Hanoi or, an overnight aboard the junk boat in the Halong Bay.

Both Halong & Hai Phong are located within ~2.5 hours highway ride to Hanoi and if you’re cruise-ship is docking on either side, at the Cai Lan Port & Hai Phong Port, then we can arrange a private shore excursion to Hanoi with or without overnight accommodation (depending on your cruise departure schedule time).

4. Shore Excursions From Cao Da Port, Nha Trang

Cau Da Port is only 10km away from the center of Nha Trang where cruise passengers can book a private Vietnam shore excursions to either explore the city’s museum, aqua marine park, or book a private speedboat, snorkeling and fishing off the main beach. If you book a tour, your tour guide and car will be waiting for you outside the gate port holding a sign showing our name.

4.1.Cruise passengers' Day tours from Quy Nhon Port

The international cruise ships passengers may stop for half a day at the small coastal town of Quy Nhon from where the cruise passengers can book a Vietnam shore excursion from Quy Nhon Binh Dinh cruise port to visit several famous sites including Canh Tien & Doi towers, Mang Lang historic Church and Ghenh Da Dia Reef.

Vietnam Shore Excursions, Private Customized Day Tours & Trips for Cruise Passengers arriving at ANY of Vietnam’s cruise ports. 

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Where do ships dock in Vietnam?

Cruise ships to Saigon dock at Port Phu My (Tan Cang Cai Mep/code VNPHU) while Port Saigon has locode VNSGN. How far is the cruise port from Ho Chi Minh City? The seaport is located within 130 KM/ 80MI, around 1,5 hours drive from Ho Chi Minh City).
International cruise ship passenger lines passing along the southern-sea and they all have several stop along the shores in Vietnam, all the way from Phu Quoc in southern end to the Hai Phong and Halong in the northern edge. This stops, enabling cruise passengers to check the beautiful coastal towns along with some of the must-see destination in Vietnam. Check out cities in Vietnam

How many shipping ports are there in Vietnam?

There are a total number of seven international cruise ship ports in Vietnam each with docking point and world class facilities to accommodate big overseas cruise vessels. Here are the list of 07 international cruise ports in Vietnam:
  • Cai Lan Port (Halong bay) 2 hours / 150km to Hanoi’s center
  • Hai Phong Port (Hai Phong) 2 hours / 125 km to Hanoi
  • Chan May Port (Hue) 72 km to Hoi An, 50 km to Danang & 65km to Hue
  • Tien Sa Port (Danang) 10KM to the beach in Danang
  • Cau Da Port (Nha Trang) by the city
  • Phu My Port (Vung Tau) 65 KM from Ho Chi Minh City
  • Nha Rong Port (Ho Chi Minh City) by the Saigon river

What International Cruise ships docks in Vietnam?

Following International cruise-ship lines are visiting vietnam. The ports of call has been effectively improved to welcome cruise passengers.

  • Aida Bella
  • Celebrity Millennium
  • World Dream
  • Voyager of the Seas
  • Silver Shadow
  • Ovation of the Seas
  • Azamara Quest
  • MS Europa I
  • Celebrity Constellation
  • Holland American
  • Seabourn Ovation
  • Royal Caribbean

FAQ: Vietnam Shore Excursion

The cruise port serving Hanoi, Vietnam, is Halong International Cruise Port, situated at Halong Bay (Bai Chay), around 170 kilometers, 2 hours ride, (105 miles) east of Hanoi. The port accommodates large vessels, offering modern amenities, efficient services, and easy access for cruise passengers.
It connects cruise passengers to the stunning landscapes of Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dramatic limestone islands, emerald waters, and scenic beauty. The port features a range of facilities, including shops, restaurants, transportation options, and excursion services, enhancing the arrival experience for tourists.
Ho Chi Minh Cruise Port: The cruise port serving Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is Phu My in Vung Tau beach town, located around 130 kilometers (80 miles) from the city center. Travel time takes about 80 minutes. The Phu My cruise terminal sits in a commercial port area, distant from popular attractions.

Phu My Port Overview: Cruise ships dock at the container terminal piers at Phu My Port, Vung Tau. A shuttle may take passengers to Ba Ria, a small town approximately 10 miles southeast, where they can catch a taxi to Vung Tau, a popular beach resort city. Check out best things to do in Vung Tau

Where do Celebrity cruise ship passengers dock in Ho Chi Minh? Celebrity cruise ships dock at Phu My Port, located 40 miles southeast of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), known as the Pearl of the Far East. Cruise Passengers can take private tours to the bustling metropolis, where they experience the city’s vibrant and energetic atmosphere.
Which Vietnam port is near Ho Chi Minh city? Saigon Port is a network of ports in Ho Chi Minh City. It serves as a major port for Vietnam, one of six main sea ports in the country, and the only one capable of handling post-Panamax ships. The port’s name comes from the city’s former name.
What is the biggest port in Vietnam? Saigon Port is the largest and most famous port in Vietnam. Established in 1860 in Ho Chi Minh City, it serves as a vital transportation hub for the Southeast region and the Mekong Delta. Saigon Port consists of five port areas, covering a total area of 36.06 hectares.
Where do cruise ships dock for Hue, Vietnam? Most cruise ships dock at Da Nang or Chan May, which is closer to Hue (2 hours car ride). Few ships dock directly in Hue, as it is located on the Perfume River.
Where do cruise ships dock in Halong Bay? Cruise ships dock at Tuan Chau International Marina, located on Tuan Chau Island. It is the largest cruise port in Halong Bay and serves as a convenient departure point for both domestic and international cruises.
How many terminals are there in Ho Chi Minh port? Ho Chi Minh port has three terminals: New Port, Cat Lai Port, and Vict Port. Cat Lai and Vict are older ports, while New Port is the most modern. The port area has 15 main berths, a coastline of 2,000 meters, and a maximum water depth of 11 meters.

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