Tay Ninh Tour: Cao Dai Temple, Black Mountain & Cu Chi Tunnels

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

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  Cao Dai Temple

  Travelers will visit the Cao Dai Holy See in Tay Ninh, the spiritual center of Caodaism, one of Vietnam’s most unique indigenous religions. During the visit, travelers will admire the colorful and symbolic architecture of the temple, which blends elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, Confucianism, and Islam. The guide will explain the meaning behind the temple’s design, including the Divine Eye symbol, the ornate columns, and the balanced layout representing harmony among religions. If timing allows, travelers may observe a daily Cao Dai prayer ceremony, where worshippers dressed in traditional white robes gather in silence. The guide will provide cultural context and explain the rituals, beliefs, and philosophy of Caodaism, helping travelers better understand this distinctive faith and its role in Vietnamese spiritual life. There will be time to walk around the temple grounds, take photos, and appreciate the peaceful atmosphere before continuing the journey.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Black Virgin Mountain

  Travelers will visit Black Virgin Mountain (Ba Den Mountain), the highest mountain in southern Vietnam and an important spiritual and cultural landmark of Tay Ninh province. Upon arrival, travelers will take a modern cable car system to the mountain’s summit, enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, rice fields, and nearby towns. At the top, they will explore sacred sites such as Ba Den Pagoda and other Buddhist statues and shrines, learning about local legends and the religious significance of the mountain from the guide. There will be free time at the summit for sightseeing, taking photos, and walking around the complex at a relaxed pace. Travelers can appreciate the peaceful atmosphere, mountain scenery, and impressive architecture before descending by cable car and continuing the journey.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Cu Chi Tunnels

  Travelers will visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network used during the Vietnam War. During the visit, travelers will learn about the daily life of soldiers who lived and fought underground, as well as the strategies and conditions of wartime survival. The guide will explain how the tunnels were constructed and used, showing hidden entrances, underground living areas, storage rooms, and defensive systems. Travelers will have the opportunity to walk through the site, view historical displays and preserved sections of the tunnels, and see examples of traps and wartime equipment. Those who wish may crawl through a short and widened section of the tunnels to experience the confined space firsthand. Participation is optional and based on personal comfort. There will be time to explore the area, take photos, and gain a deeper understanding of this important historical site before continuing the journey.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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