Mr. Vu is unquestionably the tour authority on Vietnam War history in Vietnam. He's well read, well... read more
We did the Khe Sanh - DMZ - Vinh Moc Tunnels Tour with Mr Vu in early May 2019. Booking the tour... read more
Mr. Vu is a true professional. I was picked up where and when he said and dropped off at the time stated. I did the 2 day Hamburger Hill/DMZ tour. The hotel at Lao Bao was excellent, the restaurants we ate at were tasty and added to the cultural experience, and the sites we saw and visited were numerous and interesting. The tour was reasonably priced and I really feel I got my monies worth. Mr. Vu is also extremely knowledgeable from multiple perspectives, knows even most obscure facts (yes I researched later), and was very patient with my questions and thoughts throughout the tour. He was there when I needed him but also gave me time to explore and reflect on my own. I never felt rushed and he made it “my tour” allowing a little flexibility with things I was interested in. I’m already planning another trip and tour with Annamtour in the future…..More
We did a tour through the DMZ, Vinh Moc Tunnels and Phong Nha caves.
Mr Vu is an excellent guide, providing many historical insights.
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Firstly I'd like to offer 3 pieces of advice to anybody looking to undertake a fantastic tour where you are the 1 priority for the entire tour.
1. Book a tour with Mr. Vu
2. Book a tour with Mr. Vu
3. Follow rule no.1 or no.2
Early February 2016 I enquired with Mr. Vu about a two day tour to work in with my 19 day 1st time trip to Vietnam. I was organising. Mr. Vu was quick to respond and suggested a tour.
I booked private two day August 11-12 tour which consisted of Hamburger Hill , Khe Sanh combat base, firebase Birmingham, Lang Vei Special forces camp, the old American Marines look-out Rockpile, Peace bridge over Ben Hai river at the 17th parallel and Vinh Moc tunnel. With a stay overnight at the border town of Lao Bao near Khe Sanh. The price inclusive of 1-2 persons, a private car with driver Toan, guided by Mr. Vu, one night accommodation with dinner at Lao Bao, entrance and permission fees for all sites.
The trip speaks for itself , in a build up to visiting the listed sites along the way we stopped to discuss many other sites not listed, which was great to build up the story of each battlefield site and associated fire support bases that you were about to visit. Meal time was amazing, with the opportunity to sample the local foods. Mr. Vu knowledge of the history of the war was unbiased and impeccable to say the least, the pictures from the past and present day he has available on his IPad were great to take you back in time to relive the moments at each site you visit. Mr. Vu was always willing to answer any questions.
The tour was truely amazing. I will be returning to Vietnam hopefully the following year and do another tour with Mr. Vu and Toan. Do yourself a favour and book a tour YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT
For me what topped the trip off was the little things, my plane was delayed 3 times from HCMC to Hue. I organised a airport pick up and drop off as optional extra. I kept in contact with Mr. Vu to inform his driver that I would be arriving late. When I finally arrived some 2.5 hours later than expected Mr. Toan was courteous, friendly and professional even after waiting for me for hours to arrive. Mr. Toan having worked with Mr. Vu for over 10 years now clearly respects and enjoys his job with Mr. Vu. They are both great company to be around and we shared many story's together over a few beers at dinner.
My last note for those who are wanting to climb to the top of Hill 937 - Hamburger hill. I suggest you start training 6months out if you are not used to that sort of physical activity. The reward will be when you reach the top to visit the monument and pay respects to the fallen. The climb nearly broke me. It was 40deg and 84% humidity. But after dreaming of this day for nearly 30 years as a kid I pushed on breaking through personal mental and physical barriers and made it to the top.
Book the trip and enjoy what Vietnam and Mr. Vu have to offer.
Submitted By: Jake Thorne
We did a day long DMZ Tour with Annam Tours. Our guide Tam was excellent. He had great English and was a good tour guide who was well read and knowledgeable about the history but also interested in current affairs which was an added bonus to discussions.
Pick up was straightforward in Dong ha, we took in the main sites/ locations and museums including the Vinh Moc tunnels and also arranged to be dropped off in Phong Nha which was really handy.
I had took a DMZ tour with Mr. Vu and Annam Tours. I couldn't recommend them more. The history provided prior to visiting each site along the DMZ helped me appreciate them more. I would use them again if I ever go back!
Annam travel arranged our tour of the Cu Chi tunnels in Saigon, and our tours of Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An and the DMZ. Mr. Vu did an excellent job of selecting knowledgeable tour guides and upscale restraurants for our lunches. This was a private tour with just my girlfriend and myself and we received privacy, personalized service and the benefit of extensive knowledge and experience for not more than we would have paid for a group tour. When the tour was done, Mr. Vu referred us to an associate who set up the Hanoi section of our trip with the same attention and care. I highly recommend Mr. Vu and Annam travel.
