Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City Full Day Trip
Description
Experience the world of the Cu Chi freedom fighters with a visit to their famous tunnel system. This network of over 200 km of tunnels became legendary during the 1960's when they played a vital part in the American War, allowing the Viet Cong to control a large rural area close to Ho Chi Minh City. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities.
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Itinerary
In the morning, we depart from Ho Chi Minh city to Cu Chi Tunnels. Cu Chi is now considered a heroic district for its role in the anti – American war resistance during the Vietnam war. It is legendary for its over 220km underground tunnel system and is a popular tourist site for both Vietnamese and foreigners. Along the way to Cu Chi from Ho Chi Minh city, we will pass by the scenic local countryside, where you might even spot ducks and buffalo cooling off in the river. You will find it hard to imagine the destruction and damage that once dominated the area, caused by bombing and mines when Cu Chi was “a free target zone.”
After the tunnels, we’ll stop for a lunch of local Vietnamese cuisine before heading back Ho Chi Minh. Here, we’ll visit the Reunification palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until the end of the war in April 1975, The Notre Dame cathedral, the General Post Office and the War Remnant Museum. The tour finishes at 17:00.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We will pick you up from hotels in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(8)
The purpose of any visit is to experience the history of that place. Going to Vietnam without visiting the, US resistance and the valor exhibited by the locals it is not a visit at all Amazing grit and endurance to visit The guide was so impressed with detail and friendly help
Our trip was organised by Vietnam Tours Saigon & was over 1 1/2 days. First half day we covered the landmarks of HCMC (Saigon).2nd day we covered the Cu Chi tunnels & War Remnant Museum. Our guide was Kheng.We have travelled extensively in many Asian countries.We consider him to be the best.He is very knowledgeable, punctual, gave us time to enjoy the tourist places & took beautiful photos on our mobiles. The driver whose name I cannot recall was punctual, polite & drove safely
My wife and I used Vietnam Private Transfers (VPT) for a private guided tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels and for a pick up from HCM City airport to our hotel (Mia Saigon, which is excellent - see my review). Katie, at VPT was extremely helpful and was always willing and able to answer the many questions I had when planning our trip. The Cu Chi Tunnels trip was very enjoyable and our guide (Huynh Dung) was excellent, knowledgeable and paced the tour well). The driver was very careful and made for a relaxing ride. Would definitely use VPT again.
Wow, it was a great experience with Kevin. He is a really calm and patient to our group and made us a memorable tour to Cu Chi tunnel. Foods, drinks are awesome. The transportation is very new and clean. Thank you Katie for such a great arrangement.
I booked a group tour to visit Cu Chi tunnel and City for our last day in Saigon. Lily approached me promptly and upgraded our tour to private tour with very little surcharge. She arranged an excellent tour guide for us and there was nothing to complaint about the services. The foods in Cu Chi tunnel was amazing and delicious.
We had to make a change of travel plans and ended up booking our trip from our hotel to Cu Chi at the recommendation of our hotel. The driver was friendly and helpful ( i was on crutches and unable to help with my baggage). Overall it was surprisingly pleaant.
The CuChi Tunnels and Reunification tour was both amazing and an eye opener for us. It showed the ingenuity and resiliency of the Vietnamese people against an even superior opponent. If you love David vs Goliath stories, this tour is for you. The tour guid Jun is very knowledgeable and even the kids love the tour. The lunch was also great.
Amazing trip! The food included was so delicious. Lily was very helpful and organized our trip well; our driver was super friendly and waited for us at the pickup location. Would definitely recommend the day tour to every one!
