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New expressways put many places around Ho Chi Minh City within day-trip reach, but choosing where to go, when to leave and which vehicle suits your group still takes some planning. This guide brings the ideas together.
Several easy day trips start from Ho Chi Minh City by expressway. This guide gathers ideas and shows how to choose the right vehicle for each.
Photo: Vung Tau city and lake by Diane Selwyn (talk), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
| Key facts | Details |
|---|---|
| Vung Tau | Sun World Vung Tau and the beach |
| Long Thanh area | Airport viewing or business |
| Can Gio | Mangroves and ferry |
| Ho Tram | Weekend by the sea |
Since the Bien Hoa-Vung Tau expressway opened, travel between Dong Nai, Ho Chi Minh City and Vung Tau has become noticeably shorter. Leave early, add a buffer and check live conditions on the day.
Compare options in our vehicle guide.
| Vehicle | Best for |
|---|---|
| 4-seater | Couple or small group |
| 7-seater | Family day trip |
| 16-seater van | Friends or office outing |
Tell us which of the four trips you prefer and your departure hotel, and we will match the car and the best start time. For groups, a car with a driver from Ho Chi Minh City keeps everyone together and the return time flexible.
Tip from Car Rental Vietnam: For a day trip, leaving before 7 am usually gets you out of the city ahead of rush hour and leaves time for a proper lunch at the destination.
Long Thanh area and Can Gio are the nearest.
Yes, and add a buffer.
By group size and luggage.
Picked your day trip? Send your pickup point, group size and dates; quotes include the driver's wage and road tolls, and our team confirms everything with you before you book.
Leave before 7 am to pass the city exits early. Choose one main place and one short stop to keep the day relaxed.
Agree the return time with the driver and avoid Sunday evening peaks when possible.
See one-way or round trip and Ba Den day trip.
Which car suits a family? A 7-seater for four to six people.
Is fuel included? Ask for an all-in quote.
Real cars at the Car Rental Vietnam depot
Travel guides for this trip
Private cars with driver from 4 to 45 seats, including Limousine vans and 29- and 45-seater coaches. Tolls, trip insurance and the driver's pay are included:
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