Full Day Tour of Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels

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Cu Chi Tunnel

Why we love it?

This full-day tour combines the vibrant urban experience of Ho Chi Minh City with a visit to the historic Cu Chi Tunnel, offering insight into Vietnam’s wartime history and the ingenious tunnel system used by locals. Travelers will explore key sites in Ho Chi Minh City, capturing unique photos of the bustling cityscape before heading to the Cu Chi Tunnel to learn about how people lived and survived underground during the conflict. The tour includes a Vietnamese set menu lunch featuring local noodle specialties, an air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide. While entrance to the Cu Chi Tunnel is included, shooting guns is optional and not covered in the price. This itinerary suits those interested in history and culture, combining city exploration with a hands-on look at a significant historical site.

Inclusions

  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Ticket entrance
  • Bottled water

Exclusions

  • Tip
  • Shooting gun 60.000vnd/bullet

Itinerary

Hotel Pick up - Ho Chi Minh city tour

8:00 AM Start to visit Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and War Remnants Museum in HCM City.

Independence Palace

Independence Palace: The palace is famously known for the event on April 30, 1975, when North Vietnamese troops captured it, marking the end of the Vietnam War and the reunification of Vietnam.

Notre Dame Cathedral

Notre Dame Cathedral: The cathedral is a center of Catholic worship in Vietnam, hosting regular masses and special religious ceremonies.

Central Post Office

Central Post Office: The building features a blend of French colonial architecture and classical elements, characterized by rounded arches and a grand facade.

Lunch time

Having lunch and departing to Cu Chi Tunnels approximately 1.5 hours.

Cu Chi tunnel - Hotel drop off

Afternoon, Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, It's take you about 1.5 half hours bus drive.

Upon arrival, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs.

Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun ( in surcharge )

Return to Saigon about 7:00 Pm . Trip end.

Please Note

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions Please leave me your hotel name, your room number, and your address in the District 1 area then we will pick you up.

Know Before You Go

  • Public transportation nearby

Cancellation Policy

Fully refundable until 1 day before start

Non-refundable after 1 day before start

From $60 Per 1 adult