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Cu Chi underground tunnels: Located 60km from Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi is now considered a heroic district for its role during the American war in Vietnam. It is legendary for its network of tunnels, which extend over 220km, and is a popular destination for both Vietnamese and foreign visitors. Benefit from a small-group tour from Ho Chi Minh City to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, one of southern Vietnam’s top destinations. Learn how the North Vietnamese army used the vast network of tunnels during the Vietnam War (American War), and duck underground to view facilities built inside the tunnels. With morning and afternoon departures available, it’s easy to fit this comprehensive tour into your itinerary.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
* 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.
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).
Itinerary
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1Ho Chi Minh City
Pickup is available from Ho Chi Minh City hotels located in District 1. Hotel pickups commence approximately 15-30 minutes prior to the tour start time (exact pickup time will be provided upon reconfirmation). If you are staying in another area, please make your way to the meeting point. From Ho Chi Minh City depart to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Cu Chi Tunnels
Upon arrive at CU CHI, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs. Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.
3 hours • Admission ticket included -
3Ho Chi Minh City
Leave Cu Chi tunnels and return to Ho Chi Minh City at the end of your trip.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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