Private Cu Chi Tunnels Tour by air-conditioned car from Saigon
Description
Located about 60 kilometers to the northeast of Ho Chi Minh City, it is an extensive labyrinth of underground tunnels that stretch all the way to the Cambodian border. The Cu Chi Tunnels network was built within 25 years from 1948 during the war against the French. It served as a means of communication between villages and helped the Vietnamese to evade scouting French soldiers.The tunnel network was extended over an area of 250 kilometers during the Vietnam War. Therefore, it became one of the important parts of Viet Cong fighting troops’ strategy and also the home for thousands of soldiers. Currently, about 120 km of the tunnels are preserved and work as a captivating attraction in Ho Chi Minh City.
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Itinerary
Most people think of the most modern and crowded city in Vietnam when it comes to Ho Chi Minh City. However, the city itself also has a great deal of historical values relating to the war against the French and American army to offer both locals and tourists. If you want to get to know more about Vietnamese history, visiting Cu Chi Tunnels is a great activity, and also one of the most rewarding things to do in Ho Chi Minh. It is 100% worth your short trip from the center of Ho Chi Minh City.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up at district 1, 3 and 4
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guide services in other languages are available on request for an additional charge
- Dress code is free
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible
Reviews(7)
Pick up was in time and the guide was pleasant. Pit stop on the way at a Handicraft by Handicapped artists. There was no pressure to buy anything and we opted to give a donation, again no pressure to do this either.We did feel rushed through the experience which was a shame as my son was keen to spend more time viewing certain things. In the end we arrived back at the motel an hour early so we could have taken our time to experience at our own pace. Otherwise, the site itself is definitely worth going to.
Tour guide name is xi. She is knowledgeable and friendly. Appreciate her candor and for telling us the history of Vietnam.
Derek was excellent. Good English with a great sense of humour. It was really good to be able to choose a pick up time. Ours was 1100 which meant that our tour was between the busy periods so felt more personal. Thank you Derek for an informative and fun day
Tour was excellent and very well organized. Tour guide Nana was amazing, super friendly and knowledge. Hotel pick up was done almost on time and traditional Vietnamese lunch was included too. The Casava tasting at the Cu chi tunnels was also superb. Very worth experience! Highly reccommed this tour and company👍
We had an amazing private tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels tour. But price we can compare with other companies which provide small group tour. Our guide My was incredibly knowledgeable and entertaining. Thank you for sharing your personal experience with us. We would like to recommend this one to everyone come to Ho Chi Minh City. Thank you.
Great organization, the guide and driver arrive on time, new air-conditioned car and professional guide. She helped us know more war of Vietnam, Cu Chi Tunnels and Vietnamese people. How they won American. Amazing tour. Highly recommend this Athena Travel Vietnam.
Thanks to Athena Travel Vietnam for making our trip to Ho chi Minh enjoyable (including Cao Dai Temple and Cu Chi Tunnels tour & Floating market in Mekong delta tour). I would like to give some credits to your staff Ms Tracy on handling my bookings who is very helpful and provide very prompt reply to all my emails on any inquiries. It has been a pleasure having Thuong as our guide -- she is an epitome of excellence in service. She went beyond what was expected of her. She was sensitive to the needs of her guests and she adjusted accordingly. She has become a dear friend of ours.We had so much fun and we were able to maximize our limited time in Vietnam. We love the Saigon tour packages we availed of. Thank you.
