Cu Chi Underground Tunnels Half-day Tour

4.3 (16 reviews) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration5h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network that played a crucial role during the Vietnam War. Discover the living areas, kitchens, and command centers that housed thousands of people seeking refuge from conflict. Learn about the tunnels' construction and significance, and optionally experience firing a war-era weapon at the nearby range. This tour offers a unique glimpse into Vietnam's resilient history.

Experience Highlights:
Underground Exploration: Navigate through the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and witness the ingenuity of wartime living conditions.
Historical Insights: Learn about the tunnels’ construction and their significance in the Vietnam War.
Living History: Discover the various facilities, including kitchens and command centers, used by residents.
Optional Firing Experience: Test your aim with an optional firing range activity featuring war-era weapons.

Options

Private Tour

Private Tour
Pickup included

Group Tour (max 10 pax/group)

Group Tour (max 10 pax/group)
Pickup included

What's included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City Center
  • Transportation with air-conditioning
  • Travel insurance
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Entrance fees
  • English speaking guides (other languages available upon request with surcharge)
  • Personal expenses such as: shopping, telephone, beverage, etc.
  • Tipping for local guides

What to expect

  1. Cu Chi Tunnels
    2h · Admission ticket included
    The Cu Chi Tunnels, a network stretching over 250 kilometers, are one of the most famous and historically significant aspects of the Vietnam War. Originally created in 1948 to support the Viet Minh in their fight for independence from the French, the digging and construction of tunnels continued for the next 25 years. The result was an underground city complete with living areas, kitchens, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers. These tunnels could accommodate thousands of people who lived almost entirely underground for years, leading relatively normal lives, including getting married and raising children.
  2. Cu Chi Tunnels
    1h · Admission ticket included
    During the American War, the entire Cu Chi area was designated as a free-fire zone and faced heavy attacks and bombings. In 1988, two sections of the tunnels were opened to visitors. Now, you have the chance to enjoy this wonderful and informative experience. Constructed with “moving parts”, these structures were designed to be livable for long periods of time.
    For those interested, there is an opportunity to fire rounds from a war-era M16 or AK47 at the nearby firing range. (This activity is optional; firing range fees are not included).

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Hotel pick-up and drop-off in HCMC Center (District 1,3,5,10, Phu Nhuan)

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Maximum 1 child accompanied 1 adult, the 2nd child will pay the adult price.
  • Free for children 0-5 years old ; 50% off for children 6-10 years old
  • there is an opportunity for you to fire off rounds from a war era M16 or AK47 at the nearby firing range. (This activity is optional; fees for firing range are not included).

Cancellation policy

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

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