From War to Peace: Long Tân & the Australian Base Today

4.9
(74 reviews)

8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This trip is specially designed for those interested in the American, Australian and Kiwi veterans during the
Vietnam war. Although extensively documented by the survivors of Australian’s heavily engagement of the
war, little is known of the Viet Cong’s actions. Therefore, we always try to find some of the local
Vietnamese veterans who fought in the remarkable of Long Tan. From this trip, you have a chance to visit
former battle fields such as Long Tan Cross, Nui Dat SS Hill and Long Phuoc tunnels. Our clients find that
bringing the former protagonists together with a good interpreter and a plenty of rice wine is an unforgettable
for both sides.

What's Included

Cool-towels and mineral water
Lunch with Vietnamese food, Asian Food ( vegetarian option if needed)
Experience English- speaking tour guide
All the entrance fee
Modern transportation during tour, transfer, and hotel pickup and drop-off
Personal expenses (souvenirs, snacks,... )
Tipping/Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

As a central location for customer to find and near lots of main bus stations, restaurants, our head office is located at 55 Do Quang Dau Street, district 1. It only takes 5 to 10 minutes walking from Ben Thanh market, and less than 5 minutes from Bui Vien walking street. There will be a big sign name “Vietnam Travel Group” for easily recognition.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    we will be on road to Long Tan. Visit the Long Tan Memorial Cross (LTC), which is located in Ba Ria-Vung Tau Province approximately 110 km east of Ho Chi Minh City, marks the site of the Battle of Long Tan, which took place on 18 August 1966, was Australia's single most costly engagement of the Vietnam War, with the loss of 18 Australian soldiers. Continue on with exploration of the Long Phuoc Tunnels.

    4 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The village of Long Phuoc had an extensive system of tunnels which linked the village to the jungle areas to its north east. Like other tunnels systems found in Vietnam, they included meeting areas, first aid stations, and fighting pits. American units clearing the area for the establishment of the Australian base sustained heavy casualties when they entered the village and came under fire from the tunnel system's fighting pits. After lunch, enjoy the trip to Nui Dat SS Hill. In 1966, when the

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 3

    lunch, enjoy the trip to Nui Dat SS Hill. In 1966, when the area was part of the then Phuoc Tuy Province it was the location of a prominent Australian military base in South Vietnam during the Vietnam War. The site was chosen by Lieutenant General John Wilton in 1966 and was built mainly by men from the 6th Battalion, Royal Australian Regiment. Visit Ming Dam, the place that used to be "The Secret Zone" in the past.

    1 hour Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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
Supplied by Vietnam Travel Group Co., LTD

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