Cu Chi Tunnels and Handicraft Lacquer Workshop Experience Tour
Description
Cu Chi Tunnels and Lacquer Painting Tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Experience Vietnam’s rich culture and history on this half-day tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Begin at a local lacquer painting workshop, where you’ll learn traditional techniques, watch skilled artisans at work, and even try creating your own lacquer design. Then, head to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extraordinary underground network used during the Vietnam War. Explore the narrow passageways, hidden trapdoors, and living quarters while learning about the lives of Vietnamese soldiers. For those interested, optional shooting experiences are available under safe supervision. This tour combines hands-on cultural learning with fascinating history, offering a unique and memorable way to experience Vietnam. Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City are included.
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Itinerary
The tunnels of Củ Chi (Vietnamese: Địa đạo Củ Chi) are an immense network of connecting tunnels located in the Củ Chi District of Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam, and are part of a much larger network of tunnels that underlie much of the country. The Củ Chi tunnels were the location of several military campaigns during the Vietnam War, and were the Viet Cong's base of operations for the Tết Offensive in 1968. The tunnels were used by Viet Cong soldiers as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous North Vietnamese fighters. The tunnel systems were of great importance to the Viet Cong in their resistance to American and ARVN forces, and helped to counter the growing American military presence.
Begin your tour at a local lacquer painting workshop, where you’ll learn about the centuries-old Vietnamese art of lacquer. Watch skilled artisans create intricate designs, gain insight into traditional techniques, and even try making your own piece. This stop is a hands-on cultural experience that highlights Vietnam’s rich artistic heritage.
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Pickup Locations & Times
[1] [Group Tour] Our Guide Will Greet You At Center Of District 1 Only. App payment is a deposit only. An additional 400,000 VND per person must be paid in cash on the day of the tour. [1,1] [Private Tour] Our Guide Will Greet You In District 1,2,3,4,5 [2] Please Send Us The Following Information To Arrange Your Pickup: Full Name, Hotel Address, WhatsApp Phone Number. [3] If You Request Pick-up Or Drop-Off At Hiep Phuoc Port, Phu My Port, Outside Ho Chi Minh City Center. An Additional Fee Will Apply. The Cost Depends On Your Group Size. [4] We’ve prepared several options for you to choose from, so you can find the one that best suits your needs. If you have any questions or special requests, simply use the ‘Ask a Question’ option and include your WhatsApp number—our team will be happy to assist you promptly.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
Great solo trip, definitely worth it to pay more and get the VIP experience, one benefit is that there are many timeslots to choose from, I chose 11am and they came to pick me up from where I was staying exactly on time. It was one driver and one tour guide, the driver drove very smoothly which was much appreciated considering its not a short trip. The tour guide was very enthusiastic, and friendly, he helped me to take pictures and videos and explained things very well. Definitely recommend!
It was a really great trip! Very easy. Both got picked up and dropped off at my hostel. Eddie was an amazing guide and very easy to be around. The drive (I did the bike) out to the tunnels were very beautiful and we went through some smaller local towns. Even though it rained a lot in the last half of the trip, and I got home soaking wet, it was still with a big smile and a laugh.
