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VIP Private Nha Trang City Tour - Best Nha Trang Excursion

5.0(158)Nha Trang1 hour
VIATOR4.9(41)TRIPADVISOR5.0(117)

Description

Pick up from Nha Trang center Hotel/ Nha Trang Port This is one ofPrivate Tour with great guide to Explore Nha Trang City A tour to the coastal city hailed by many as the ‘Beach Capital of Vietnam’-Nha Trang. Visit some cultural gems, including a giant Buddha statue, Chong Promontory Rocks, the Po Nagar Temples, Oceanographic Institute and take free time to visit a Real Vietnamese Market ( Dam Market is Biggest and oldest in Nha Trang) Visit a National Oceanographic Museum of Vietnam is a leading marine research institute in South East Asia. check out the city’s colossal Buddha statue at Long Son Pagoda, pay a visit to the ancient Cham tower - Po Nagar Temples, take a trip to the fascinating rock formations at Chong Promontory Rocks.... This excursion takes you to visit a selection of the numerous attractions in Nha Trang City. Note: If you are from Cruise ship customers, they will supply a shuttle bus to transfer customers to the Arena Resort…we will pick you up and drop off there

Tour Options

VIP Private Nha Trang City Tour - Best Nha Trang Excursion
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included60 min

Po Nagar is a Cham temple tower founded sometime before 781 and located in the medieval principality of Kauthara, near modern Nha Trang in Vietnam. It is dedicated to Yan Po Nagar, the goddess of the country, who came to be identified with the Hindu goddesses Bhagavati and Mahishasuramardini, and who in Vietnamese is called Thiên Y Thánh Mẫu. The Po Nagar complex is situated on Cù Lao Mountain. It consists of three levels, the highest of which encompasses two rows of towers. The main tower is about 25 m high. The temple's central image is a 1.2m tall stone statue of the goddess Yan Po Nagar sitting cross-legged, dressed only in a skirt, with ten hands holding various symbolic items. According to Vietnamese scholar Ngô Vǎn Doanh, these attributes show that Yan Po Nagar was identified also with the Hindu goddess Mahishasuramardini or Durga, the slayer of the buffalo-demon. Another sculpture of the goddess Mahishasuramardini

30 min

Dam market is regarded as the most famous market in the coastal city of Nha Trang because of its beautiful architecture and uniqueness. It sells diverse goods from various areas along the southern coast such as fresh seafood, dried food, souvenirs, clothing, and footwear. Let's go to Cho Dam market Nha Trang right now if you want to buy any specialties from the South Coast area. Dam market was officially opened after being planned and built, and it quickly became one of Nha Trang's largest markets, with a 5270 square meter floor surface and a capacity of up to 3000 people. This market has a new one-of-a-kind architecture. The round shape of Dam market draws visitors' attention from afar. The roof of this market is said to resemble the undulating waves of the sea. Others say it resembles the pistil of a lotus blooming in the middle of the swamps, with the lotus petals pointing out as the city's various streets.

Admission included45 min

Oceanographic Institute Nha Trang, also known as National Oceanographic Museum of Vietnam is a leading marine research institute in South East Asia. It has currently stored and preserved thousands of specimens of thousands of marine species. Visiting the Institute, tourists seem to take part in a voyage of discovering the ocean. Oceanographic Institute Nha Trang was formerly the Indochina Department of Oceanographic Fishery, which was born according to the decision of Governor-General of French Indochina in 1922. From 1930 to 1952, it changed the name of Indochina Oceanography Institute. After the French left Vietnam, the institute owned another name of “Oceanography Institute of Nha Trang”, Tourists to Oceanographic Institute may have a feeling that they are taking in a tour underneath the ocean where they extremely observe thousands of diverse organisms. In addition, they have an opportunity to contemplate a survey ship with the tonnage of 30 tons and its speed of 8 miles/hour

Admission included60 min

Owning several Guinness World Records and considered as the largest pagoda in Nha Trang, Long Son Pagoda is worth visiting once in a lifetime if anyone wants to run away from hectic schedule, do self-reflecting or experience spiritual activities. Situated in Khanh Hoa province, Long Son pagoda (originally called Dang Long Tu) was founded in 1886 by the abbot Thich Ngo Chi at the top of Trai Thuy hill where the current Buddha statue is located nowadays. After the devastating cyclone in 1900, it was moved down hill. Following the wish of the very first abbot Thich Ngo Chi, the temple became the headquarters of Vietnam Buddhist Studies Association in Khanh Hoa in 1936. Then it was under renovated and restored a few times from 1940 to 1971 especially after the period of the Vietnam War. Discovering the temple should be done from the downhill, conquering 193 steps to the top of the hill where the largest Buddha statue in Vietnam is sitting. There are four main impressive highlights

Admission included60 min

Hon Chong Promontory standing at La San foothill, Nha Trang is an incredible group of boulders stacking one another without any special adhesive substances. Especially, there is the largest square-shaped rock lying on the highest and having a huge five-fingered hand indentation on its side overlooking the sea. According to scientists, this site is the consequence of the tide’s erosion over a hundred years, yet there are three typical mythical stories about the formation of Hon Chong. As one of must-visit attractions in Nha Trang, Hon Chong complex is the intersection between harmonious nature and bustling coastal city, which can blow any tourist’s mind when standing zooming out the eyesight as large as possible. Initially, it is obviously the unique handprint on the square-shaped rock that visitors should pay a visit in order to enjoy the marvelous creation of nature. Becoming more appealing when it comes to dawn or sunset

Highlights

Private transportation
Bottled water
Entrance fee
English Driver/Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
We will choose almost one of local places to recommend for you with special food in Nha Trang like Nem Nuong ( Delicious Grilled Pork Rolls), Bún Cá / Bánh Canh ( Noodles with fish cake)/Bánh Mi / Phở

What's included

Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Entrance fee
English Driver/Guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Parking Fees
We will choose almost one of local places to recommend for you with special food in Nha Trang like Nem Nuong ( Delicious Grilled Pork Rolls), Bún Cá / Bánh Canh ( Noodles with fish cake)/Bánh Mi / Phở
Not included
personal expenses
If you're from Cruise Ship- please take a shuttle bus to The Caraworld we will pick up & Drop off
Beer and the others drinks
Tip for Guide/Driver
Pick up and Drop off at Airport / Long Beach Resort/Cam Ranh Resort /The Caraworld Cam Ranh.

Pickup Locations & Times

We offer free pick-up and drop-off services from Nha Trang city center. There will be an additional charge for pick-ups from areas further from the city center such as Cam Ranh Resort, Cam Ranh Airport, Ninh Hoa Town ( extra fees is 25usd/ 7 seats Car, 30 usd/ 16seats Van). If you arrive from an international cruise ship at Cam Ranh Port, they will transfer you to Caraworld where we will pick you up and drop you off (the fee is 25 USD/7-seater car, 30 USD/16-seater van). Thank you for your cooperation.

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(158)

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61lachlannb
July 11, 2026
Nha Trang day trip

Sa the guide was excellent knew her stuff & had a bubbly personality the driver was good as well

Operator response

Dear Mr/Mrs! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you enjoyed your trip.Sa will be thrilled to know that her deep knowledge and bubbly personality brought so much joy to your journey. We’ll also be sure to pass on your kind words to our driver for keeping the ride smooth and safe.It was a true pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another fantastic adventure in the near future! Warmest regards, Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team

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FarAway60494499118
June 20, 2026
VIP Private Tour

We have a great day in Nha Trang thanks to Mr Duy & Mr Long (Driver). Very comfortable air conditioned car and Mr Duy was very knowledgeable. Our lunch, chicken and rice at a local restaurant was delicious. The tour was leisurely and we felt very well looked after. Thanks for a wonderful day.

Operator response

Dear Mr/Mrs! Thank you for sharing such a beautiful highlight of your Nha Trang journey. We are incredibly proud of Mr. Duy and Mr Long for his insightful guiding Discovering the local flavors like our famous chicken rice at a relaxed pace is exactly the experience we love to create for our guests. It was an honor to host you and we look forward to welcoming you back for more wonderful adventures. Best regards, Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team

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chiefh2026
June 19, 2026
NHA TRANG TOUR - the GUIDE MATTERS!!

I booked this tour for me and the missus, the day before the scheduled tour, after scoping out muiltiple options (bus, scooter and boat). We wanted something that didnt feel rushed and was personnel. This eliminated all the "VIP Bus/limousine " options (in most instances "limousine" is synonymous with "bus"). My wife wasnt willing to take the safety challenge of going at it on scooters either. After careful review of multiple options I crossed my fingers and selected. Luck was absolutely on my side....My guide, Duy, was exceptional. He contacted me a day prior to my tour and ensured I understood where and when we would meet up. He was accommodating, professional and genuinely fun to talk to. He expanded on local lore, city politics, Nha Trang history, cuisine and best practices when shopping in the city. The driver was also professional, safe and never too far away from our designatdd tour stops regardless of traffic. If younare looking for someone who is professional genuinely and will curtail the "experience," to what you are looking for - Duy is your guy! Im definitely pinging him for ALL future endeavors in Nha Trang. If you do the same, you wont be disappointed.....

Operator response

Dear Mr/Mrs! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that our private tour perfectly matched what you and your wife were looking for—a safe, personal, and unhurried journey through Nha Trang. Your high praise for Duy and our driver truly warms our hearts. Duy is indeed known for his passion for local history and culture and we are glad his customized approach made your trip so memorable. I will certainly pass your kind words along to both of them. We look forward to welcoming you back for your future journey in Nha Trang! Best Regards! Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team

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470ans
May 16, 2026
Great tour, Fantastic tour guide

Tour guide was very informative and friendly. As a solo female traveller I felt safe and comfortable with my guide. Also having a private car was great to help with managing the hot weather and to tailor my tour based on my interests.

Operator response

Dear Mrs Ans! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a great experience with our tour guide and felt safe and comfortable as a solo female traveler. Ensuring our guests' comfort and safety is always our top priority.It is also fantastic to know that the private car and customized itinerary helped you stay cool and enjoy the trip to the fullest. We would love to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in the future! Best regards, Vietnam backpacker Travel Team!

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Margo_C
May 7, 2026
Worth it!

Our tour guide, Duy, was kind and thoughtful and very knowledgeable. We saw so much on this excursion, very much worth it. He took us to a local restaurant for lunch and it was delicious and exactly what we wanted, authentic Vietnam. I highly recommend this tour.

Operator response

Dear Mr/Mrs! Thank you so much for your heartwarming review and high recommendation! We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had a worthwhile excursion with us. It is wonderful to know that Duy’s kindness, thoughtfulness, and deep knowledge made your trip both informative and memorable.We are also thrilled that the authentic Vietnamese lunch Duy selected hit the spot and gave you the exact local culinary experience you were looking for. We will be sure to share your lovely compliments with Duy, as he will be incredibly motivated by your kind words. Thank you again for choosing our tour. We look forward to welcoming you back for another authentic and memorable journey in Vietnam! Warm regards, Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team!

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kamalathak
May 4, 2026
Excellent Service

Indeed a VIP treatment with Viator. Mr Lam was extremely patient and took care of us well and flexible.

Operator response

Dear Mr/Mrs! It was a pleasure hosting you! We are happy that Mr. Lam made your trip special. Thank you for the great review and see you next time! Best Regards Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team!

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T9215USneild
April 10, 2026
Very fun and interesting

Long (my guide) was very accomodating, kind and very knowledgable on the history of Nha Trang. As importantly, he knew the best local foods that we tried. In addtion, he even assisted me with purchasing a SIM card and recommended an excellent barber. Highly recommend!!

Operator response

Dear Mr Neil! Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that Long provided such a memorable experience, from the history of Nha Trang to the local food and personal tips. We'll be sure to share your feedback with him. Hope to see you again soon! Best Regards Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team!

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CarmelaMarie_H
April 5, 2026
it would be helpful if...

it would be helpful if Viator and/or the guide reminded the guest to wear pants for the temple and good shoes for the rocks.

Operator response

Dear Mr/Mrs! We're glad you had a good experience! Thank you for the helpful suggestion about reminding guests to wear long pants and sturdy shoes. We've noted this to improve our service and communication for future travelers. Safe travels and see you again! Best Regards Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team!

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Penny_P
March 31, 2026
Great private tour of Nha Trang with Khiem

Fabulous tour with our young guide Khiem. We told Khiem our limits and he was able to give us a memorable day. He is a very personable and well mannered young man who spoke excellent English. As it was quite hot we were able to see all the sites and remain mostly comfortable. We were given so much information about the things we were seeing along with history. We wanted simple street food for lunch and we stopped at a roadside place for the best banh mi sandwiches we've ever had. We went to a park overlooking the water with a nice breeze to enjoy our lunch. The only place we could have left off the itinerary was the aquarium which is renovating and not a lot to see. We highly recommend Khiem if you are looking for the best tour ever! Most of the stops are doable for older people with a few revisions. Allow yourself plenty of resting if it's hot, keep up fluids and bring a fan.

Operator response

"Dear Mr/Mrs! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a memorable day in Nha Trang with Khiem. We will certainly pass on your kind words to Khiem. He will be thrilled to know that his English, manners, and those 'best ever' banh mi sandwiches made such a positive impression on your trip. It’s great that you enjoyed the breezy lunch by the water! We also sincerely appreciate your honest feedback regarding the aquarium. We agree that during its renovation, the experience may not meet our usual standards, and we will definitely review our itinerary to better suit our guests' expectations. Thank you for the helpful tips for older travelers as well. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another 'best tour ever' in the future! Warm regards Vietnam Backpacker Travel Team!

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Sherry S
March 4, 2026
The VIP Experience Was Worth It!

I’m so glad I chose the VIP tour option. It created a much more personal and intimate experience, unlike a large group tour that could have felt overcrowded. I had an outstanding guide who allowed us to move at our own pace. He was extremely knowledgeable and provided detailed explanations about the history of Nha Trang and Vietnam as a whole. I highly recommend this tour.

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