Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon History 1 Day Tour





Description
Joy Journeys always care for our client's experience. All of our tours have a small group with maximum of 10 guests visiting Cu Chi Tunnels. Our knowledgeable, experienced, and well-English-speaking tour guides will provide you with fascinating insights into the history and significance of each location, making this an unforgettable experience. Our tour offers a unique opportunity to witness the war history of Vietnam by exploring the underground Cu Chi Tunnels. You'll have the chance to see the booby traps used during the war and explore the ex-US Army tank from the Vietnam War by touching it. Additionally, you'll be able to crawl inside the tunnels of Cu Chi and taste the locally grown Viet Cong food, tapioca, next to the tunnels. . Finally, the tour concludes with a visit to the secret Hidden Bunker, providing a unique insight into the guerrilla tactics of the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War and adding more understanding to the war background by visiting the War Remnants Museum
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Itinerary
Guests will be picked up from the accommodation in District 1, District 3 and District 4 before the tour start. The pickup usually takes around 30 minutes. After the pickup, you will head to Cu Chi to discover the Tunnels history.
The Cu Chi Tunnels, located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, were an extensive network of underground tunnels that served as a critical strategic location during the Vietnam War. Constructed over several years, the tunnels spanned more than 250 kilometers and were made up of multiple layers, including living quarters, kitchens, meeting rooms, hospitals, and even schools. The tunnels were dug by hand, using rudimentary tools such as shovels, hoes, and picks, and the workers would remove the soil from the tunnels and conceal it in nearby fields to avoid detection. Navigating through the Cu Chi Tunnels was a complex task, requiring specialized knowledge and training. The tunnels were narrow, with a height of only a few feet, and were often filled with traps and obstacles, such as spike pits and hidden doors. The Viet Cong soldiers were trained to move silently and quickly through the tunnels, using their knowledge of the terrain to avoid detection.
Traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City where you will have lunch. Pho (Vietnamese beef/chicken noodles soup) will be greatly served at the local restaurant. ->VEGETARIAN LUNCH IS ALSO SERVED WITH ADVANCE NOTICE TO THE TOUR OPERATOR.
The War Remnants Museum is a museum located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, dedicated to documenting the atrocities of the Vietnam War. Formerly known as the "Museum of American War Crimes," the museum showcases a collection of photographs, artifacts, and documents that detail the devastating effects of the war on Vietnamese civilians and soldiers. The exhibits include graphic images of the war's brutality, including displays of weapons, torture devices, and the effects of chemical warfare. The museum offers visitors a sobering and thought-provoking perspective on the war and its impact on the Vietnamese people, as well as providing a space for reflection and remembrance.
Originally built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, the tunnels were used as a base for guerrilla warfare and as a means of transporting supplies and weapons undetected by American and South Vietnamese forces
Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, commonly known as Notre-Dame Cathedral, is a Catholic cathedral located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the late 19th century, the cathedral's architecture is inspired by the French Gothic style, with its iconic twin bell towers standing at a height of 58 meters. The building's red brick exterior is decorated with intricate stone carvings and stained-glass windows. Despite being a popular tourist attraction and a place of worship for local Catholics, the cathedral has faced challenges in recent years due to structural deterioration and pollution, requiring ongoing renovation and preservation efforts. -> NO ENTRY
The Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, also known as the Saigon Central Post Office, is a historic building located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the late 19th century during the French colonial period, the post office's architecture is a beautiful blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and French influences. The interior of the building features a spacious hall with a high ceiling, decorated with intricate maps and murals. The post office is still in operation today, providing postal services to both locals and tourists, while also serving as a popular tourist attraction due to its stunning architecture and historical significance.
The Last Helicopter is a sculpture located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, that commemorates the end of the Vietnam War. The sculpture depicts a Huey helicopter, the iconic symbol of the war, as it takes off from the rooftop of the United States Embassy, with a group of Vietnamese people clinging to its landing skids, desperate to escape the country. The sculpture is based on a photograph taken during the evacuation of the embassy in 1975, and serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of the war and the enduring legacy of its impact on both the United States and Vietnam. The sculpture is located on the rooftop of the Bitexco Financial Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the city, and is a popular tourist attraction for visitors seeking to learn more about the history of the war and its aftermath. -> NO ENTRY
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
The tour will pick you up and drop you off from/at your Hotel and/or Airbnb in District 1, District 3 and District 4. The pickup usually takes 30 minutes. ->IF YOUR ACCOMMODATION IS NOT IN THE PICKUP ZONE, WE WILL MEET YOU AT NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL CHURCH.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(29)
Typhoon Honey is the best!!! Please visit him!!! Peace 🙏🤲
We had a fantastic time. Typhoon honey was very informative and was lot's of fun! Small group was nice and not overcrowded. We highly recommend doing this tour!
Very good trip with Brother Typhoon Honey as our guide. He was both informative and entertaining. The trip was very interesting, and the chance to go down into the tunnels made it even more memorable.
Our guide - Typhoon Honey, was incredible; he made the experience so informative, engaging and entertaining. I would recommend this company for your Cu Chi Tunnels tour. Ask for Typhoon Honey when you book!
He had our tour with Kero, he was fantastic. Very knowledgeable and accomodating. Was a great experience to go through the tunnels and fire some authentic guns used in the Vietnam wartime. Highly recommended
Very good trip with Typhoon Honey as our guide. He was both informative & entertaining. The trip was very interesting & the chance to go down the tunnels
I liked the explanations of our thio guide .It is very curt and attentive.!
The guide is a real enthusiast he makes us discover all the tunnels interactive tour
Ken was terrific and very informed explaining everything about the tunnel war and giving us facts about the sites we visited he was always attentive taking photos 📷 and sending them to us it was a very educated and enjoyable experience thankyou ken
Great tour operator! Very friendly & knowledgeable!! Very good with giving instructions and he was always open for a conversation. He kept the group lively and fun



