Best of Vung Tau City Shore Excursion from Phu My Port
Best of Vung Tau City Shore Excursion from Phu My Port
Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the coastal city of Vung Tau and explore Vietnamese country life and culture. See the Nirvana Meditation Retreat and important local pagodas. Stop at the giant Jesus statue, taste local cuisine, and visit a nearby village.
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Vung Tau Beach
For a better beach experience, head to any of the other three. Back Beach (Bãi Sau) is much less dirty, and perfect for surfing. As the beach gets some wonderful wind swells, kitesurfing shops have appeared over the years, offering rentals and classes for all levels.
1 hourChrist The King Statue
Statue of Christ the King is an unforgettable Vung Tau day tours. You can see the statue of Christ the King, one of the important symbols of Vung Tau, from all directions in the city. But the best is still climbing to the top of Little Mountain and admire the statue. Then, climb the observatory in the statue and watch the panorama of the city and the surrounding sea The statue of Christ the King was built in the early 1970 s but not until more than 20 years after its completion. The arms are 18 m wide, 32 m high, two meters higher than the Redemptories statue in Rio de Janeiro.
1 hourWhite Palace
Bach Dinh, or the White Palace of Vung Tau City is located at 4 Tran Phu Street, on the slop of Big Mountain. Standing 50 meter above the sea level, White Palace has its French name which is La Villa Blanche. Tracing back to the year of 1898, it was considered as a summer holiday villa of French Governor General Paul Doumer. This palace was named after his lovely daughter. Unfortunately, while the structure was being built, Doumer had to come back to France and became the President of France later. It was not until 1916 that it was officially used for holiday resting of some Indochina-French Governors. Once visiting the White Palace, you will be attracted by its all white appearance, which is the reason why people here call it “Bach Dinh” (“Bach” means white color in Vietnamese).
45 minutesThich Ca Phat Dai
It is set on a plot of around five hectares, with a Zen Buddhist monastery at the foot of the plot and the Thích Ca Phật Đài at the top. The Zen monastery is a small brick temple built by a government official from Vung Tau in 1957. In 1961, the Buddhist association organised for a renovation of the monastery and decided to build the Thich Ca Phat Dai further up the mountain. Additional lodgings were built to cater to Buddhist pilgrims who come and visit the site.
45 minutesThe Whale Temple
In the story about the whale, it was rumoured that in the mid 19th century, there was a very big head of a whale drifting onto the Tam Duong Beach. The whale head was so big that local villagers had to fence it with bamboo sticks and waited several days for the whale flesh to become rotten enough to leave the bones. Then they carried the bones to the temple and people have worshipped until today. Over recent years, more whale bones have been collected and preserved at the temple.
30 minutesThe Robert Taylor Museum Of Worldwide Arms
As many as 2,500 military items and garments which originate from around the globe have gone on display at a private history museum located in Vung Tau City, with the collection being owned by 75-year-old Robert Taylor from the UK.
45 minutesChơn Không Monastery
One of the most beautiful monastery in Vung Tau with the biggest golden Buddha. Chon Khong Monastery had been expanded/built more facilities and decorative in early 2022. Nice view of the city from the hill.
30 minutesIncluded
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Professional Tour Guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- Lunch at local restaurant
- Private Tour and Very Flexible
- Entry/Admission - Thich Ca Phat Dai
- Entry/Admission - Vung Tau Beach
- Entry/Admission - White Palace
- Entry/Admission - Christ The King Statue
Not Included
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.