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Cao Dai Temple is the center of Caodaism faithful in South Vietnam. It is famous for a unique architectural style reflecting its blended traditions as well as attracts a lot of visitors exploring Caodaism, an indigenous Vietnamese religion combining the teachings of Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism… blue for Taoism or red for Confucianism. In addition, take a cable to Van Son Mountain. From Ba Den Cable Car takes visitors from the foot of the mountain (Ba Den Station) to the top (Van Son Station). You can get a panoramic view of a waterfall under the glistening sun, mysterious caves and the dense forest beneath.
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
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Meeting and pickup
We provide hotel pickup for all guests staying in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Our guide will meet you directly at your hotel lobby for pickup. If your hotel is outside District 1, please make your way to our meeting point at 28/13 Bui Vien, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1.
Itinerary
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Cao Dai Temple is the center of Caodaism faithful in South Vietnam. It is famous for a unique architectural style reflecting its blended traditions as well as attracts a lot of visitors exploring Caodaism, an indigenous Vietnamese religion combining the teachings of Confucianism, Buddhism, Taoism… blue for Taoism or red for Confucianism. 7:00 AM: The tour guide pick up at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Departure to Tay Ninh, visit Cao Dai Holy See. 9:00 AM: Visiting Cao Dai Temple or Cao Dai Holy See is located about 100km outside of Saigon, is in many ways a typical Vietnamese provincial city — surrounded by rice fields and choked with motorcycle traffic. 12:00 PM: Having lunch at the local restaurant with flavor traditional Viet Nam.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
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Continue to visit Ba Den Mountain - an extinct volcano located in the center of Tay Ninh province, Vietnam. With an altitude of 986 m, this is the highest mountain in Southern Vietnam today, known as "The First Heavenly Mountain". Take a cable to Van Son Mountain. From Ba Den Cable Car takes visitors from the foot of the mountain (Ba Den Station) to the top (Van Son Station). See beautiful pagodas and a magnificent Buddha statue at the Ba Den Mountain.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
3Cu Chi Tunnels
Once in Vietnam, you must visit this spot. This is where guerilla warfare optimized and exemplified. You’ll learn the clever design of the tunnels and the strategic use of trap doors. Even with B-52 bombers dropping 30-ton loads of explosive, turning the jungle into a pockmarked moonscape, 30 thousand American troops failed to conquered the area! You’ll have a chance to crawl around a portion of the 121 km long, multiple-layered tunnel. You’ll learn how thousands of guerillas managed to stay underground many days at a time, also their great technique to conceal smoke from their cooking. There’re a lot more to enjoy, even a chance to fire real AK bullets…
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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