Step into History Cu Chi Tunnels Small Group Tour
- 6 hours
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
- Mobile ticket
Highlights
Skip the hassle of planning and discover one of southern Vietnam’s most iconic sites—the Cu Chi Tunnels—on a guided tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Learn how the Viet Cong built and lived within this vast underground network during the Vietnam War, and gain fascinating insight into their resilience and ingenuity. Explore hidden bunkers, weapons, and cleverly designed traps, and see firsthand how soldiers lived and fought beneath the surface. For a truly immersive experience, you’ll even have the chance to crawl through a section of the tunnels. With both morning and afternoon departures available, this flexible tour fits easily into your schedule. Enjoy convenient pickup and drop-off from Districts 1, 3, and 4 for a stress-free experience from start to finish.
Inclusions
What's included
- Travel insurance
- Experienced English speaking guide
- Entrance fees, Watching the Cu Chi Tunnels Documentary Film
- Minivan with air-conditioning
- Tapioca, Vietnamese hot tea
- Drop-off in the District 1
- Wheat cake and wet tissues, Bottled water
- Pickup from located hotels (District 1, 3, 4)
Itinerary
Available for centrally located hotels only. Pickup typically begins 30–60 minutes before the tour start time. The exact pickup time will be confirmed after booking.
Step into one of Vietnam’s most fascinating historical sites and uncover the remarkable underground world of the Cu Chi Tunnels. Begin your visit by watching an insightful 3D documentary that highlights one of the largest American ground operations during the Vietnam War, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of this complex site. Explore the extensive tunnel network used by the Viet Cong between 1961 and 1972, and learn how it functioned as a fully equipped underground city. Discover hidden trapdoors, storage rooms, weapon workshops, field hospitals, command centers, and even kitchens—each revealing the ingenuity and resilience of those who lived here.
For a hands-on experience, try entering a concealed tunnel entrance and crawl through a section of the narrow passageways to truly understand the challenging conditions underground. As you walk through the surrounding forest, your guide will share stories and insights into the strategic importance of this area during the war. Complete your journey by tasting cassava, a simple yet essential food that sustained soldiers during this period, offering a meaningful connection to the past.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 15 travellers
- Operated by
- Dragon Tourist
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Its from-price is 53% below the median of the 2927 experiences we list in Ho Chi Minh City.
- Its length is typical for the group.
About Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, still widely called Saigon, is Vietnam's buzzing commercial hub of French colonial landmarks, war history and superb street food.
District 1 holds the main sights within walking distance: the red-brick Notre-Dame Cathedral, the elegant Central Post Office with its vaulted hall, the colonial Opera House and the ornate City Hall. The Independence Palace preserves its rooms as they were at the end of the war, and the War Remnants Museum tells the story of the conflict with sobering directness.
Top-ranked sights in Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon Opera House (Opéra de Saïgon), Saigon Central Post Office.
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