Get to Know Cu Chi Tunnels from a War Veteran with War Remnants Museum Tour

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9 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Meet and interact with a war veteran before exploring the intricate labyrinth of passageways known as the Cu Chi Tunnels. Get to visit some of Ho Chi Minh’s most famous wartime sites.

Walk through the striking exhibits at the War Remnants Museum. View the stunning architecture at the Independence Palace and visit the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral and marvel at its design. See the French-influenced Central Post Office, a famous city landmark.

Enjoy the intimacy of a small group tour.

What's Included

Entrance fee (VND 192,000)
Local Taxes
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
English- and Vietnamese-speaking tour guide
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Personal expenses
Meals

Meeting and pickup

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

Pick up Area: District 1 except for Tan Dinh Ward & Da Kao Ward, and District 3, only in Vo Thi Sau Ward & 6th Ward.  Look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign

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Meeting point

Meet Up area: Districts 1 in Ho Chi Minh City. Look for a guide wearing a TripGuru shirt or holding a TripGuru sign

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Cu Chi Tunnels

    We’ll start the day with a pick-up from your accommodations within the city. Then we’ll head to the Cu Chi Tunnels, the famous network of underground passageways used during the Vietnam War and Tet Offensive. Learn what the Vietnamese used to engage in guerilla warfare and see how they lived, ate, and defended themselves and their land. You’ll also get to meet a war veteran.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    War Remnants Museum

    After learning about the significance of the tunnels, we’ll head back to the city and stop for a delicious local lunch before heading to the War Remnants Museum. We’ll walk through the exhibits that showcase paraphernalia relating to the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War, taking in the history of the nation before making our way to our next stop.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    The Independence Palace

    Up next is the striking Independence Palace. Also known as the Reunification Hall, this famous landmark was once the home and office of the past presidents of Vietnam. Explore the grand hall and take note of the stunning architecture before moving on to the next destination.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral

    Built by French colonists in the late 1800s, the Notre Dame Cathedral is another famous structure in the center of the city. We’ll marvel at the iconic landmark and take in the beautiful design and architecture of the cathedral.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Central Post Office

    Our last stop of the day is just across the cathedral at the Central Post Office. This is another building built with a heavy French influence and is known for its striking structure, sweeping ceilings, and many souvenir-selling vendors. We’ll take photos of this grand building and maybe purchase a souvenir or two before heading back to your accommodations.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
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