Australian Base, Long Tan & Nui Dat Tour with Vung Tau Beach

This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore Australia’s pivotal role in the Vietnam War, designed with Australian veterans in mind but welcoming all visitors. The focus of the journey is Long Tan, a significant location in ANZAC folklore. On August 18, 1966, D Company, despite being heavily outnumbered, faced a fierce assault by the Viet Cong in a battle that would become legendary. The tour takes you to several historically rich sites, starting with the Long Tan Cross, a memorial to the soldiers who lost their lives there. You’ll also visit the Long Phuoc Tunnels, which provide insight into the guerrilla warfare tactics used during the war.

Further exploration includes a stop at Horseshoe Hill, where you’ll learn more about the strategic importance of the area. The Robert Taylor Museum of Worldwide Arms offers a fascinating collection of military history, showcasing weapons and equipment used in conflicts around the world. To conclude the tour, a visit to Vung Tau Beach offers a glimpse into the area’s significance as a place of rest and recreation for Australian soldiers during the war. This comprehensive tour provides a deep, immersive look into a key chapter of Australian military history.