Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh
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Learn about the rich history and culture of Vietnam as you travel to the fascinating world of the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh. Discover the daily lives of the soldiers during the Vietnam War as you wander the underground tunnel system in this Cu Chi tour. Explore the area to find a hidden community full of secret rooms, living areas, kitchens, armories, and hospitals for the soldiers. Get a chance to see the hiding spots that the guerrilla soldiers used to gain an advantage in the war. Make your way around the tunnels to see a variety of elaborate labyrinths and booby traps that were created by the soldiers. After venturing deep into the underground site, visit the command centers above ground and see remnants of the various artillery units they used. Get a chance to experience firing an AK-47 or MK-16 rifle at the designated shooting range. Get all these and more as you enjoy an interactive and educational day at the Cu Chi Tunnels in Ho Chi Minh.
👉Visit the underground sites in Ho Chi Minh via the Cu Chi Tunnels. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, 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, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, 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.
👉Visit the command centers where you can see some of the artillery
👉Head down the guerrilla soldiers' underground hiding spots
👉Wander through the Cu Chi Tunnels on your own and immerse yourself in the authentic experience of local life during the war
👉Navigate the area to the various rooms found in the tunnel network
👉Experience firing an AK-47 rifle at the firing range. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
— Important Info —
- Departure information (Pick-up service will not be available during Tet and other Vietnamese holidays):
- Local Agency Office: 112 Tran Hung Dao Street, Co Giang Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City: 7:30 AM
- From your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City center District 1 (on Ly Tu Trong, Le Thanh Ton, Truong Dinh, Nguyen An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Luu Van Lang, Le Anh Xuan, Dong Khoi, Nguyen Hue, Thi Sach, Thu Khoa Huan, Thai Van Lung, Mac Thi Buoi, Ho Huan Nghiep, Nguyen Thai Binh, Le Thi Hong Gam, Bui Thi Xuan, Suong Nguyet Anh, Bui Vien, De Tham, Pham Ngu Lao and Ky Con Streets): 7:30 - 7:45 AM
- Duration: 6 hours
- Returning time: ~ 3:00 PM (Traffic congestion may result in delayed return time)
👉Visit the underground sites in Ho Chi Minh via the Cu Chi Tunnels. Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, 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, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, 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.
👉Visit the command centers where you can see some of the artillery
👉Head down the guerrilla soldiers' underground hiding spots
👉Wander through the Cu Chi Tunnels on your own and immerse yourself in the authentic experience of local life during the war
👉Navigate the area to the various rooms found in the tunnel network
👉Experience firing an AK-47 rifle at the firing range. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
Includes/Excludes
Insurance- Admission fee
- Transportation service & pick-up - drop-off service (for hotels in mentioned streets in District 1 only)
- English-speaking tour guide
- A bottle of water
- Special tea and cassava
Tips- Other personal expenses not mentioned
- Meals and beverages
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