Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels & Rice Paper Village with Lunch

5.0 (6 reviews) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
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Overview

Escape the crowds and discover the more authentic side of the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels at Ben Duoc, a site rich in history yet far less touristy than the usual routes. This full-day journey takes you deep into Vietnam’s wartime past, where you’ll explore underground bunkers, hidden passageways, and historical exhibits that offer a powerful glimpse into life during the war.

Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch at a local countryside restaurant. On the way back to the city, stop at a traditional rice paper village along Provincial Road 15, where you’ll see how local families handcraft bánh tráng—an essential part of Vietnamese cuisine. Try making your own and gain insight into the daily life of rural artisans.

This tour is perfect for travelers looking to go off the beaten path and experience history and culture in a more personal, immersive way.

Highlights
Less-touristy Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels
Authentic Local Lunch
Traditional Rice Paper Village Visit

Options

Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels & Rice Paper Village with Lunch
Visit CU Chi Tunnel only

Duration: 7 hours
From Ho Chi Minh City: This tour option does not include a visit to the Rice Paper Making Village
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Pickup included

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Speaking-English guide
  • Tip (non-mandatory)

What to expect

  1. Ben Duoc tunnel complex
    2h · Admission ticket included
    7:30-8:00 AM – Pick-up at Your Hotel (Ho Chi Minh City Center)
    Begin your day with a comfortable drive to the Cu Chi countryside, heading toward the less-crowded Ben Duoc section of the famous Cu Chi Tunnels. Enjoy the scenic route out of the city as your guide shares fascinating insights into Vietnam’s war history and rural life.

    10:00 AM – Explore Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels
    Arrive at Ben Duoc, a more authentic and peaceful part of the Cu Chi Tunnel network, where fewer tourists venture.
    Learn how Vietnamese soldiers and civilians lived, fought, and survived underground.
    Experience a short walk through safe sections of the tunnels (optional).
    Visit wartime relics, traps, hidden bunkers, and finally, visit the shooting range at your own expense.

    12:00 PM – Vietnamese Lunch at a Local Restaurant
    Savor a delicious meal at a countryside restaurant with traditional Southern Vietnamese dishes. Vegetarian options are available upon request.
  2. Cu Chi Tunnels
    45m
    1:30 PM – Visit Rice Paper Village
    On the way back, stop at a family-run rice paper village where locals produce bánh tráng – the essential ingredient for Vietnamese spring rolls.
    Learn about the traditional process from rice batter to drying mats.
    Try your hand at making rice paper and enjoy a fresh sample.
    Support local artisans with the option to purchase handmade snacks.

    3:30 – 4:00 PM – Return to Ho Chi Minh City
    Relax on the drive back to your hotel. Tour ends with drop-off at your accommodation.

    What to bring:

    -Comfortable shoes
    -Comfortable clothes
    -Insect repellent
    -Cash
    -Camera

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

HANA TOURIST, 20/13 Nguyen Truong To Street, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City

End point

HANA TOURIST, 20/13 Nguyen Truong To Street, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City

Pickup details

- Our guide and van will be at your hotel lobby between 07:30–08:00 AM. Pick-up order is arranged for the most efficient route and timing.

-If your hotel is not listed or is outside our pickup zone, please let us know. We'll provide an alternative meeting point that works for both sides.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • 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

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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