Private Cu Chi Tunnels: Ben Duoc Less Touristy with Veteran Guide

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(11 reviews)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Authentic History with a Veteran Guide (Away from the Crowds)

Unlike standard tours that pack you into cramped buses and rush you through the touristy spots, this private experience is designed for comfort and deep insight.

Expert Guide: Led by a veteran guide with over years of experience. I don't just recite facts; I share real stories of resilience and the "Iron Triangle" that you won't find in guidebooks.

Premium Comfort: Travel in a private, spacious Toyota Innova (7 -seater) with powerful A/C—perfect for escaping the Saigon heat.

Your Choice: We offer the standard Ben Dinh route or the Ben Duoc (No Crowds) option for a quieter, more authentic jungle experience.

Exclusive Full-Day Option: The only tour that takes you to the "Liberated Village" reconstruction and includes a delicious local lunch.

What's Included

All entrance fees
Bottled water & Tapioca
Modern air-conditioned vehicle
Knowledgeable & enthusiastic English-speaking guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in District 1
Shooting experience
Personal: Gratuities (tips), personal expenses, and shopping
Meals not mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

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

You will be picked up at your hotel which is located within district 1

OR
Meeting point

You will be picked up at your hotel which is located within district 1

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
  • Saigon Opera House (Ho Chi Minh Municipal Theater) (Pass by)

    We offer complimentary pickup for hotels located within District 1 (City Center). If you are staying outside this area, please meet us at the Saigon Opera House (No. 7 Lam Son Square, District 1). Alternatively, please contact us to arrange a private pickup for a small surcharge.

    Admission ticket free
  • 1

    Before heading to the tunnels, we will visit a special workshop where art meets humanity. Here, you will witness the intricate process of creating traditional Vietnamese lacquerware. What makes this place special is that many of the skilled artisans are locals with disabilities, including victims of Agent Orange (a lingering effect of the war). Watching them turn eggshells and mother-of-pearl into masterpieces is a humbling and inspiring experience.

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 2

    Full-Day Cu Chi: The "Liberated Zone" & Underground City Part 1: The Liberated Zone (Life Above Ground) Travel back to the 1960s starting with a sand table briefing and a vivid 3D movie. Walk through the "Liberated Zone" to see authentic recreations of wartime rural life: traditional thatched houses, a bustling countryside market, peaceful rice fields, and a village temple. Experience intensifies with a dramatic battle simulation between VC and US soldiers, setting the stage for what lies beneath. Part 2: The Underground Network (Life Below Ground) Transition to the real tunnel system: • Weapon Gallery & Structure: View wartime relics and the vertical cross-section diagram to understand the 3-level depth. • Jungle Trek: Discover fighting bunkers, meeting bunkers, hospital bunkers, ingenious booby traps. • The Experience: Crawl through the tunnels to feel the guerrilla struggle firsthand • Survival: Visit the Smokeless Kitchen and taste tapioca Optional Action: End at the shooting range

    4 hours Admission ticket included
  • 3

    Authentic Vietnamese Lunch: After the tour, we will stop at a hand-picked local restaurant for lunch. Enjoy a delicious set menu featuring traditional Vietnamese dishes made from fresh ingredients. We select the best venue based on the day's itinerary to ensure you have a relaxing dining experience. Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese set menu at a local restaurant (Full Day Option only

    45 minutes Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The remaining time is allotted for the travel time
  • Tunnel crawling is optional and suitable for most visitors
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended
  • This is a private tour – flexible and crowd-free
  • Dietary Requirements: Please list any food allergies or restrictions so we can prepare your meal/snacks safely.
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Cancellation Policy

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