Escape the bustling city noise & the honking sound, travel to the peaceful & quiet rural areas of Ba Ria. Visit the old battlefield of Long Tan relics from 1960s and learn history lessons while visiting the Nui Dat base (SAS Hill), Luscombe airfield, Horse-shoe Fire Base, Long Tan Memorial Cross & Long Phuoc tunnels. Experience the countryside life in the old battle field area, interact with the local people, learn the culture. Lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisines in the countryside restaurant, visit Vung Tau beach and climb to top of Jesus King statue.
Long Tan, Vung Tau
8 hours, from US$145pp
Small group of 8-12 guests
JOURNEY
Overview
Overview
Escape the bustling city noises with the honking sound, travel to the peaceful & quiet rural areas of Ba Ria. Sightsee the old battlefield relics from 1960s and learn history lessons while visiting the Nui Dat base (SAS Hill), Luscombe airfield, Horse-shoe Fire Base, Long Tan Memorial Cross & Long Phuoc tunnels. Experience the countryside life in the old battle field area, interact with the local people, learn the culture. Lunch at a local restaurant with authentic Vietnamese cuisines in the countryside.
JOURNEY
Highlights
- Uncover the historic battle in Long Tan & Nui Dat base
- See the peaceful countryside of Baria
- Venture into tranquil village with visit at the kindergarten
- Private journey on private air-con vehicle with free flow drinks
- Enjoy traditional Vietnamese lunch in a local riverside restaurant
- Experience the tunnel of Long Phuoc & the museum
- Visit Vung Tau, climb to top of Jesus King statue
Highlights
- Uncover the historic battle in Long Tan & Nui Dat base
- See the peaceful countryside of Baria
- Venture into tranquil village with visit at the kindergarten
- Private journey on private air-con vehicle with free flow drinks
- Enjoy traditional Vietnamese lunch in a local riverside restaurant
- Experience the tunnel of Long Phuoc & the museum
- Visit Vung Tau, climb to top of Jesus King statue
JOURNEY
Itinerary
Depart the hotel at 8:00 on your private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle toward Baria, a journey back in time to Long Tan history legendary victory. Sit back, relax and enjoy this amazing quick escape with icy cold beers/mineral waters/ soft drinks chilled on board while driving through bustling streets in the city to the peaceful quiet countryside of Baria. Learn the story of historic battle of Long Tan occurred on the afternoon of 18 August 1966, just two months after the 1st Australian Task Force (1ATF) established its base at Nui Dat in the heart of Phuoc Tuy province, South Vietnam.
Visit the old bunkers, Kangaroo Pad, the battalian’s flag pole, SAS Hill (Nui Dat hill) – the former base of Australian army. Continue the private journey to Luscombe airfield in a small village, then visit Nui Dat kindergarten. Next, you will visit the Horseshoe Fire Base Support from the main street due to the bombs & landmines protected areas. Be prepared to spare a moment to commemorate 18 soldiers at the Long Tan Cross with flowers & incense before the continuity to delve in Phuoc Long tunnels, and visit the war museum nearby.
Back to your private a/c vehicle, journey back to Baria for a nice lunch with selected dishes & free flowing drinks before driving to Vung Tau beach for a quick visit then returning to your hotel or your drop off at desired location.
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Itinerary
Depart the hotel at 8:00 on your private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle toward Baria, a journey back in time to Long Tan history legendary victory. Sit back, relax and enjoy this amazing quick escape with icy cold beers/mineral waters/ soft drinks chilled on board while driving through bustling streets in the city to the peaceful quiet countryside of Baria. Learn the story of historic battle of Long Tan occurred on the afternoon of 18 August 1966, just two months after the 1st Australian Task Force (1ATF) established its base at Nui Dat in the heart of Phuoc Tuy province, South Vietnam.
Visit the old bunkers, Kangaroo Pad, the battalian’s flag pole, SAS Hill (Nui Dat hill) – the former base of Australian army. Continue the private journey to Luscombe airfield in a small village, then visit Nui Dat kindergarten. Next, you will visit the Horseshoe Fire Base Support from the main street due to the bombs & landmines protected areas. Be prepared to spare a moment to commemorate 18 soldiers at the Long Tan Cross with flowers & incense before the continuity to delve in Phuoc Long tunnels, and visit the war museum nearby.
Back to your private a/c vehicle, journey back to Baria for a nice lunch with selected dishes & free flowing drinks before driving to Vung Tau beach for a quick visit then returning to your hotel or your drop off at desired location.
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Dates & Prices
As this suggested itinerary can be personalized to meet your expectation and specific requirements, it is not available for online booking. Depending on your preferred travel dates and arrangement, final pricing will vary from low season to peak season. For further details and assistance, please call/whatssap our travel advisor at +84 (90) 138-8555 or email myrequest@destination-indochina.com
Dates & Prices
As this suggested itinerary can be personalized to meet your expectation and specific requirements, it is not available for online booking. Depending on your preferred travel dates and arrangement, final pricing will vary from low season to peak season. For further details and assistance, please call/whatssap our travel advisor at +84 (90) 138-8555 or email myrequest@destination-indochina.com
