Premium Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Local Expert
Description
Experience the Cu Chi Tunnels like never before on our small-group tour! With a maximum of 14 guests, you'll enjoy a personalized and intimate journey as you zip through the picturesque countryside from Saigon to the tunnels. Along the way, take in stunning views of traditional riverbank life, and avoid the traffic jams on our efficient and speedy route. But the real highlight of the tour is our expert guide, who will provide unparalleled insights into the remarkable history of the tunnels and the resourceful guerrilla fighters who built them during the Vietnam War. You'll descend into the vast network of tunnels with your guide, who will explain how they were used for supply routes, weapon caches, hospitals, living quarters, and more. Our tour includes breakfast and lunch, depending on the time. And with unlimited refreshments included and a knowledgeable guide leading the way, you won't want to miss this unforgettable journey into the heart of the Cu Chi Tunnels.
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Itinerary
9:00 am: You will arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site before the majority of larger bus tours arrive. Watch a brief introductory ‘propaganda’ video to the Cu Chi area. 9:00 am: Explore the tunnel site, which includes weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunitions etc.), a firing range and much more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters for years. 11:00 am: Enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river, consisting of authentic fried spring rolls, chicken and beef dishes and soup. 11:30 am: Say goodbye to Cu Chi Tunnel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
The tour will start at Saigon Water Bus Station
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We provide pickup from all locations in District 1 and 3
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. A surcharge may applied for any special meal accommodations
- A light jacket is recommended between November and February
Reviews(1,189)
Harry the guide was excellent! Everything worked perfectly. Exhilarating trip up the river on the speedboat!
Tour guide was amazing, speed boat experience resulted in us getting to the tunnels fasters. Missing the heat and crowds. River ride also resulted in us seeing Saigon from a different point of view. Highly recommend.
We did the cu chi tunnel speed boat tour and could not rate it highly enough. Not only were we in a small group on a boat we got there well and truly before the buses did. Our guide aka kangaroo was awesome. His insight and passion made it an amazing trip which we all loved. The food in the your was also great. We loved the relaxing boat ride with scenery and were back before the real heat of the day to enjoy a swim and a more cold drinks
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the Cu Chi speedboat tour and felt it was the best way to experience the tunnels. Arriving well before the bus crowds is one of the things our guests appreciate most, and we’re glad it helped make your visit more enjoyable. It’s especially wonderful to hear your kind words about Mr Khang. His passion, energy, and storytelling truly help bring the history to life, and we’ll be sure to share your feedback with him. Thank you again for your recommendation and for choosing Les Rives. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure in the future! All the best from Les Rives Team!
An absolute must-do tour in Saigon! Choose the 7am option to beat the crowds! Soft drinks and light breakfast and lunch are included.
Great tour and the boat ride much faster than car , informative tour and really interesting , heat was absolutely stifling but thats on me for travelling late May
The best way to see the tunnels!! Early pick up but by boat you missed all HCMC traffic! Go Early brekkie was simple buy what you'd expect on this tour. It was a fantastic morning
Thank you so much for your great review! We’re really happy to hear the experience exceeded your expectations. Cu Chi has a powerful way of changing perspectives, even for those who already know some of the history, so it’s wonderful to know the visit left such an impression on you. We’re also glad you enjoyed the early morning speedboat journey, avoiding the city traffic and arriving before the crowds truly makes for a much more enjoyable experience. And of course, Anna will be delighted to hear your kind words. She loves sharing the stories and history behind Cu Chi and helping guests connect more deeply with the experience. Thank you again for travelling with Les Rives, and we hope to welcome you back for another adventure in Vietnam someday! All the best from Les Rives Team!
We had an amazing speedboat tour with a fantastic crew. Everyone was extremely friendly, attentive, and professional throughout the whole trip. Our tour guide was outstanding — he answered every question, had incredible knowledge, and was genuinely very sympathetic and engaging. The tour itself was exciting, informative, and full of great experiences. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a memorable and well-organized tour!
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear you had such an amazing experience with our crew and enjoyed the speedboat journey from start to finish. Creating a fun, comfortable, and well-organized experience for our guests is always our goal, so your kind words truly mean a lot to us. It’s especially great to know your guide made such a strong impression with his knowledge and engaging personality. We’ll be very happy to share your feedback with the team. Thank you again for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure with us in the future! All the best from Les Rives Team!
Really interesting and learningfull tour!!!!! A must if you are in Saigon. Perfect that the boat arrived ahead of all the tourists bussed!!!! On top of that, the guide was so fantastic and informative in both a serious and humorist way. What’s your shoulder if trying the AK47 😉 (I am educated in 7.62mm rounds but still got surprised by the kickback…)
I was very privileged to be taken on this wonderful speed boat experience by the extremely knowledgeable Kim She related family history related to the war and its aftermath. Her commentary made the experience feel so much more personal. I cannot rate this experience highly enough. I woukd do it again in a heart beat.
Thank you so much for sharing such a heartfelt review. We’re truly glad to hear that your experience felt so personal and meaningful. Kim is a very special guide, and the way she shares her family’s history brings a depth and authenticity that stays with many of our guests. It means a lot to know her storytelling made such an impact on your visit to Cu Chi. Your kind words and strong recommendation mean a great deal to us. We would absolutely love to welcome you back anytime for another memorable day. All the best from Les Rives Team!
The tour was very well organised, from pick up, to boat trip, to the tunnels and back. The tour guide was fantastic and was very informative. The boat trip was great. Highly recommend Kah and this company!
Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear everything ran smoothly from start to finish and that you enjoyed the entire experience, especially the speedboat journey. It’s also wonderful to know that Kha made such a great impression. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to him. Thank you for your recommendation, it truly means a lot to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another trip in the future! All the best from Les Rives Team!
