Explore Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon History 1 Day Tour

Hoogtepunten

Inbegrepen

Route

1. Guests will be picked up from the accommodation in District 1, District 3 and District 4 before the tour start. The pickup usually takes around 30 minutes. After the pickup, you will head to Cu Chi to discover the Tunnels history.

   2,5 u

2. The Cu Chi Tunnels, located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, were an extensive network of underground tunnels that served as a critical strategic location during the Vietnam War. Constructed over several years, the tunnels spanned more than 250 kilometers and were made up of multiple layers, including living quarters, kitchens, meeting rooms, hospitals, and even schools. The tunnels were dug by hand, using rudimentary tools such as shovels, hoes, and picks, and the workers would remove the soil from the tunnels and conceal it in nearby fields to avoid detection. Navigating through the Cu Chi Tunnels was a complex task, requiring specialized knowledge and training. The tunnels were narrow, with a height of only a few feet, and were often filled with traps and obstacles, such as spike pits and hidden doors. The Viet Cong soldiers were trained to move silently and quickly through the tunnels, using their knowledge of the terrain to avoid detection.

   2,5 uToegang inbegrepen

3. Traveling back to Ho Chi Minh City where you will have lunch. Pho (Vietnamese beef/chicken noodles soup) will be greatly served at the local restaurant. ->VEGETARIAN LUNCH IS ALSO SERVED WITH ADVANCE NOTICE TO THE TOUR OPERATOR.

   3 u

4. The War Remnants Museum is a museum located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, dedicated to documenting the atrocities of the Vietnam War. Formerly known as the "Museum of American War Crimes," the museum showcases a collection of photographs, artifacts, and documents that detail the devastating effects of the war on Vietnamese civilians and soldiers. The exhibits include graphic images of the war's brutality, including displays of weapons, torture devices, and the effects of chemical warfare. The museum offers visitors a sobering and thought-provoking perspective on the war and its impact on the Vietnamese people, as well as providing a space for reflection and remembrance.

   1 uToegang inbegrepen

5. Originally built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, the tunnels were used as a base for guerrilla warfare and as a means of transporting supplies and weapons undetected by American and South Vietnamese forces

   30 minToegang inbegrepen

6. Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, commonly known as Notre-Dame Cathedral, is a Catholic cathedral located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the late 19th century, the cathedral's architecture is inspired by the French Gothic style, with its iconic twin bell towers standing at a height of 58 meters. The building's red brick exterior is decorated with intricate stone carvings and stained-glass windows. Despite being a popular tourist attraction and a place of worship for local Catholics, the cathedral has faced challenges in recent years due to structural deterioration and pollution, requiring ongoing renovation and preservation efforts. -> NO ENTRY

   20 min

7. The Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, also known as the Saigon Central Post Office, is a historic building located in the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Built in the late 19th century during the French colonial period, the post office's architecture is a beautiful blend of Gothic, Renaissance, and French influences. The interior of the building features a spacious hall with a high ceiling, decorated with intricate maps and murals. The post office is still in operation today, providing postal services to both locals and tourists, while also serving as a popular tourist attraction due to its stunning architecture and historical significance.

   20 min

8. The Last Helicopter is a sculpture located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, that commemorates the end of the Vietnam War. The sculpture depicts a Huey helicopter, the iconic symbol of the war, as it takes off from the rooftop of the United States Embassy, with a group of Vietnamese people clinging to its landing skids, desperate to escape the country. The sculpture is based on a photograph taken during the evacuation of the embassy in 1975, and serves as a powerful reminder of the human cost of the war and the enduring legacy of its impact on both the United States and Vietnam. The sculpture is located on the rooftop of the Bitexco Financial Tower, one of the tallest buildings in the city, and is a popular tourist attraction for visitors seeking to learn more about the history of the war and its aftermath. -> NO ENTRY

   Komt langs

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About Ho Chi Minhstad

Ho Chi Minhstad, vaak nog Saigon genoemd, is het bruisende handelscentrum van Vietnam met Frans koloniaal erfgoed, oorlogsgeschiedenis en straatvoedsel.

District 1 herbergt de belangrijkste bezienswaardigheden op loopafstand: de roodstenen Notre-Dame-kathedraal, het sierlijke Centrale Postkantoor met zijn gewelfde hal, het koloniale Operahuis en het rijk versierde Stadhuis. In het Onafhankelijkheidspaleis zijn de kamers bewaard zoals ze aan het einde van de oorlog waren, en het Museum van de Oorlogsresten vertelt het verhaal van het conflict met ontnuchterende openheid.

Top-ranked sights in Ho Chi Minhstad: Cu Chi Tunnels, Saigon Opera House (Opéra de Saïgon), Saigon Central Post Office.

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