Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group
Description
• Small Group Tour: 12 pax maximum • Exploring Cu Chi tunnels – one of the most famous historical heritages in Viet Nam. • Having a better understanding of how revolutionary soldiers lived and fought in the tunnel under harsh conditions in war time. • Taking a boat trip along Mekong River and immersing yourself in the fresh air and the natural beauty of tranquil southern Delta region. • Enjoying the folk music performed by the locals. • Having a taste of tropical fruits • Getting closer with Southern Vietnamese and their daily life.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick up at your hotel and depart for the trip. It will take about an hour and a half driving to Cu Chi. On arrival, through a short video, you are given an introduction of how Cu Chi Tunnels was made and Vietnamese people suffered the hardships during the period of war. Be taken to discover the remaining area and a part of the tunnel network which embraces special living areas – kitchens and bedrooms side by side, and martial facilities – weapon factories, storage, command centers, and field hospitals. Additionally, gain a chance to know about dangerous traps and hidden trap doors inside the maze-like tunnels for the guerrillas’ security purpose during the war time. Interestingly, taste special tea and cassava which was once the everyday food of the former Vietnamese guerrillas. Relax or take time to buy some souvenirs to recall a beautiful country that you have been to.
Take the bus and continue to visit My Tho city. After lunch at local restaurant, cruise along Tien River to see the fishing port, the traditional stilt houses and boat building workshops. You will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise along the riverside. Explore the coconut candy mill, have the opportunity to get familiar with humorous, hospitable gardeners and much more. Take an interesting boat trip through the small canal under the shadow of the water coconut trees along the river. This will certainly be unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour. Finally, enjoy seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea. Get a chance to experience the Southern Vietnamese folk music which is performed by local people. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Come back to your hotel around 19:00 PM. End the tour. ***Please note: Drop off time is subject to traffic, weather...so the finished time could be later than expecting.This tour will back Ho Chi Minh City in lately evening (about 19:00 PM or more).
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
* Pick up and transfer to the centrally located hotel/accommodation in District 1 (except Đa Kao Ward, Tan Dinh Ward) from the following streets: Lý Tự Trọng, Lê Thánh Tôn, Trương Định, Nguyễn An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Lưu Văn Lang, Lê Anh Xuân, Đồng Khởi, Nguyễn Huệ, Thi Sách, Thái Văn Lung, Mạc Thị Bưởi, Hồ Huấn Nghiệp, Nguyễn Thái Bình, Lê Thị Hồng Gấm, Bùi Thị Xuân, Sương Nguyệt Anh, and Ký Con. * If you are not staying on any of the above streets, please make your own way to the meeting point (112 Trần Hưng Đạo Street, District 1, Hồ Chí Minh City). * The pickup time in the above-prescribed ranges varies according to the position of the customers’ hotels or the required pickup points. * Show the mobile or printed voucher to the staff before commencing the activity.
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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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Group tour : maximum 12 pax
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults, otherwise they will be subject to the adult rate. A surcharge maybe applied to the bookings with 2 or more children.
- Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
- The tour is not available for the handicapped and anyone with heart problems.
- Extra surcharge may apply for pickup outside of District 1.
- For the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn Thị Nghĩa Street,…
- Please note that the return time is subject to traffic conditions, for which the tour operator is not responsible.
Reviews(3,014)
Our trip to the Mekong Delta was incredible — far beyond my expectations. Exploring the handmade local workshops was the highlight. Watching artisans create beautiful things by hand, hearing their stories, and supporting their craft made the whole experience feel so authentic and special. The warmth of the people, the peaceful rivers, and the chance to see real local life made this a trip I’ll never forget. Highly recommend! Thank you Mr Sang
Peter was a great guide and was very friendly. Would highly recommend this tour
Thank you Lam for your wonderful trip today. We actually have fun and learn a lot of new things from you. Definitely gonna come back next time
Thank you, Aaron! The explanation is very clear and interesting, let us better understand the causes of the Vietnam War and the life of the soldiers at the time
Jack's team is very lively, interacts well with the team members, the whole day is rich.
It was a fun tour. Our tour guide, Vincent is very accommodating. He knows a lot of Filipino words. It’s so nice to know the history and culture of HCM Vietnam. I enjoyed it. Will recommend this tour!
I really enjoyed it - Vincent was a fantastic four guide, very knowledgeable, well spoken, and brings a lot of positivity and energy to the day.
The tour was really fun. Our tour guide, Vincent is really knowledgeable in what he does. It shows. On top of all the information he shares about the tour places, he went beyond knowing about our culture too and that means a lot. He’s really kind and always make sure everyone is included.
jerry was the absolute best tour guide we could have asked for she made the experience unforgettable!!
Aaron was serious, humorous, detailed, great! Strapper Strapper Strapper Strapper, great👍
