Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon History 1 Day Tour
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
Options
Premier Group - Max 10 Pax
Pickup included
What's included in Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon History 1 Day Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ho Chi Minh City
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.
Cu Chi Tunnels
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.
Ho Chi Minh City
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.
Inclusions
- Snacks
- All Fees and Taxes
- 02 bottles of water per guest
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pho (Vietnamese beef/chicken noodles soup) or Vegetarian lunch on request
- Anything not mentioned above
- Gratitude - Tips
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
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.
