My Lai Massacre Tour
Overview
This tour takes you to My Lai Massacre Memorial (or Son My Memorial) which commemorates 504 victims in My Lai Massacre. It occurs on 16th March 1968 and shocked the whole world. Today, it’s the most well-documented mass killing event in the Vietnam War, a terrifying conflict lasted from 1955 to 1975 (part of the Cold War). Other highlights of the tour are the 125-meters-tall Lady Buddha statue (the tallest one in Vietnam and Southeast Asia) and My Khe Beach, the most beautiful beach in the area. Have lunch with local foods.
Highlights
- Learn about My Lai Massacre, a sad event in the Vietnam War
- Commemorate the victims at Son My Memorial & Museum
- Marvel at the tallest Lady Buddha in Southeast Asia (125 meters)
- Visit My Khe Beach, the most beautiful beach in Quang Ngai
What's Included
- Roundtrip transfer by air-conditioned vehicle
- Pick up at the hotel within city center
- English speaking guide
- Entry fee to My Lai Massacre Memorial (Son My Memorial)
- Entry fee to Minh Duc Pagoda (Thien Ma Mountain)
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Pick up at the hotel outside city center (see the map & surcharge below)
- Dinner
- Tipping & gratuities
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (shopping, rain poncho, photography, etc)
- Extra charge of 100,000 VND per person on public holidays in Vietnam (New year from 25/01/2025 to 02/02/2025, Independence day, Reunification day, Hung kings festival, International Labour day)
Departure & Return
The meeting time is 8:00 AM in Da Nang or Hoi An (local time).
Our guide and driver will pick up you in your hotel within Da Nang city center or Hoi An city center.
Itinerary
– watching a video about the massacre (English)
– visiting the museum to see pictures, artifacts and that are from both Vietnamese and American sides as well as name list of all 504 victims
– seeing the statue, the bell pavilion and the temple which commemorate 504 victims
– See the original remains of the massacre such as houses of victims (partly ruined), the ditch where the American solders killed villagers, a temple burnt, tombs of victims,…
– exploring a restored village which has rice fields, water buffalo, farmers, grapefruit gardens, thatched houses, bomb shelters,…
– listening from stories and explanations from local guide
Additional Info
- This experience is run with 2 travelers minimum. Chat with us via whatsapp number +84968009827 for the best price for solo traveler.
- Confirmation may be received at time of booking.
- If traveling with kids, an announcement in advance is necessary.
- Free of charge for kids under 5 years old (have to go with parents), 25% discount for kids from 5 to 9 years old and 100% fee for visitors above 10 years old.
- Most travelers can participate, LGBT-friendly
- This experience requires good weather. In case it’s canceled (like flood or typhoons), an announcement will be made in advance.
How to Book & Pay
Frequently Asked Questions
Visitors should wear comfortable clothing and shoes, bring sun cream, sun glasses, hat or cap, phone, cash, and other important items