From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi, Cao Dai Temple & Black Virgin Mountain

4.9
(125 reviews)

11 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Start your day with hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City and a scenic drive to Tay Ninh Province. Visit Black Virgin Mountain (Ba Den), a renowned spiritual and natural site. Stroll through its lush surroundings or take an optional cable car to the summit for panoramic views (ticket not included; prepay with us to skip queues).

Enjoy a local lunch, then head to the colorful Cao Dai Temple, where your guide will share insights into this unique religion blending multiple faiths.

Additional note: Guests not joining the Cu Chi visit will be transferred to another vehicle for the return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Continue to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about Vietnam’s wartime history before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

Please note: The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted to suit weather conditions, traffic, or guest preferences.

What's Included

Hotel pickup & drop-off (District 1 and 4 center)
Round-trip by van/minibus or Dcar limousine (per option)
Entrance fees
Lunch with traditional Vietnamese dishes (Deluxe & VIP Tour only)
Bottled water, tapioca & hot tea
English-speaking guide
Cable car ticket to Black Virgin Mountain
Cu Chi Tunnels Ticket & Lunch (Standard Tour only)
Surcharge of 200,000 VND per guest (Sep 1–3 & Dec 31 2025 – Jan 1 2026)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Note: As this is a group tour, please be ready in your hotel lobby at least 10 minutes before pickup time.

OR
Meeting point

Please note: No-shows or arrivals over 10 minutes late will result in cancellation without refund. Thank you for your punctuality!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ho Chi Minh City

    07:00 am – Pick-up from Hotel: Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The tour begins with a drive to the Tay Ninh, located approximately 3 hours from the city center.

    3 hours Admission ticket free
  • 2

    we will travel to Ba Den Mountain, the highest peak in southern Vietnam. Upon arrival, take a scenic cable car ride to the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the countryside, rice fields, and the distant border with Cambodia. At the peak, visit the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia and enjoy the stunning natural surroundings.

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    we head to Cao Dai Temple, a stunning architectural site in Tay Ninh, around 2 hours from Cu Chi. The temple is the center of Caodaism, a unique religion in Vietnam that worships the “Eye of God” and combines elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism. You will explore the temple’s vibrant and symbolic design and learn about its beliefs and practices. You’ll also have the opportunity to witness the noon ceremony, where followers gather to pray.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 4

    Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, offering authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Cu Chi Tunnels

    Upon arrival, explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200 km network of underground tunnels that served as a base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. You’ll discover secret underground rooms, including hospitals, weapon factories, and command centers. Learn about the survival tactics of the Viet Cong soldiers, and even try a sample of cassava, a staple food they ate during the war, served with tea.

    2 hours Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Ho Chi Minh City

    We will begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. You will arrive around 07:00 - 07:30 pm, depending on traffic. End of Tour. Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by SST TRAVEL

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Historical Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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