Tay Ninh – Cao Dai & Ba Den Mountain + Optional Cu Chi Tunnels

Duration11h - 12h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away

TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish

Group sizeUp to 20 travelers

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Start your day with hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City and a scenic drive to Tay Ninh Province. Visit Black Virgin Mountain (Ba Den), a renowned spiritual and natural site. Stroll through its lush surroundings or take an optional cable car to the summit for panoramic views (ticket not included; prepay with us to skip queues).

Enjoy a local lunch, then head to the colorful Cao Dai Temple, where your guide will share insights into this unique religion blending multiple faiths.

Additional note: Guests not joining the Cu Chi visit will be transferred to another vehicle for the return to Ho Chi Minh City.

Continue to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels to learn about Vietnam’s wartime history before returning to Ho Chi Minh City in the evening.

Please note: The itinerary is flexible and may be adjusted to suit weather conditions, traffic, or guest preferences.

Options

Small Group – 3 Main Sites

Van / Minibus (up to 15 pax)
Please note: This option includes visits to three sites: Cu Chi, Cao Dai Temple & Black Virgin Mountain. Cable car ticket is not included

Pickup included

VIP Group – 3 Main Sites

Luxury Limousine (Up to 9 pax)
Please note: This option includes visits to three sites: Cu Chi, Cao Dai Temple & Black Virgin Mountain. Cable car ticket is not included
Pickup included

Small Group – 2 Main Sites

Minibus/Van (Up to 15 people)
Please note: This option includes visits to only two sites: Cao Dai Temple and Ba Den Mountain. Cable car tickets are not included.
Pickup included

VIP Group – 2 Main Sites

DCAR Limousine (Up to 9 pax)
Please note: This option includes visits to only two sites: Cao Dai Temple and Ba Den Mountain. Cable car tickets are not included.
Pickup included

Large Group – 2 Main Sites

Large Bus (Up to 35 people)
Please note: This option includes visits to only two sites: Cao Dai Temple and Ba Den Mountain. Cable car tickets are not included.
Pickup included

Large Group – 3 Main Sites

Large Bus (up to 30 pax)
Please note: This option includes visits to three sites: Cu Chi, Cao Dai Temple & Black Virgin Mountain. Cable car ticket is not included
Pickup included

What's included

Hotel pickup & drop-off (District 1 and 4 center)
Round-trip by van/minibus or Dcar limousine (per option)
Entrance fees
Bottled water, tapioca & hot tea
English-speaking guide
Lunch with fresh and authentic Vietnamese dishes

Cable car ticket to Black Virgin Mountain
Cu Chi is not included in the Cao Dai Temple and Ba Den Mountain option
Holiday surcharge (please see Additional Info)

What to expect

Ho Chi Minh City
3h

07:00 am – Pick-up from Hotel: Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The tour begins with a drive to the Tay Ninh, located approximately 3 hours from the city center.
Black Virgin Mountain
2h · Admission ticket not included

we will travel to Ba Den Mountain, the highest peak in southern Vietnam. Upon arrival, take a scenic cable car ride to the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the countryside, rice fields, and the distant border with Cambodia. At the peak, visit the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia and enjoy the stunning natural surroundings.
Cao Dai Temple
1h · Admission ticket included

we head to Cao Dai Temple, a stunning architectural site in Tay Ninh, around 2 hours from Cu Chi. The temple is the center of Caodaism, a unique religion in Vietnam that worships the “Eye of God” and combines elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism. You will explore the temple’s vibrant and symbolic design and learn about its beliefs and practices. You’ll also have the opportunity to witness the noon ceremony, where followers gather to pray.
Tay Ninh
45m

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, offering authentic Vietnamese cuisine.
Cu Chi Tunnels
2h · Admission ticket included

Upon arrival, explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200 km network of underground tunnels that served as a base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. You’ll discover secret underground rooms, including hospitals, weapon factories, and command centers. Learn about the survival tactics of the Viet Cong soldiers, and even try a sample of cassava, a staple food they ate during the war, served with tea.
Ho Chi Minh City
2h

We will begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. You will arrive around 07:00 - 07:30 pm, depending on traffic.

End of Tour.

Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Note: This is a group tour. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before pickup time. Pick-up and drop-off are available at Ben Thanh Market or SST Travel office.

End point

Note: This is a group tour. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before pickup time. Pick-up and drop-off are available at Ben Thanh Market or SST Travel office.

End point

Pickup details

Note: As this is a group tour, please be ready at the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the scheduled pickup time. Pick-up and drop-off will be arranged at Ben Thanh Market or SST Travel office.

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
During special occasion, there will be an extra fee.
Holiday surcharge: VND 200,000 per person applies for travel on Apr 26; Apr 29 – May 1; Sep 2; Dec 24 – Dec 25; Dec 31 – Jan 1, 2027; Feb 3 – Feb 11, 2027; payable directly on site.

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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