Explore Cu Chi Tunnels: Vietnam War History & Underground Life

4.9 (6,066 reviews) Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Duration8h - 9h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesVietnamese, English
Group sizeUp to 17 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Check out the sophisticated tunnel system that the Viet Cong guerrillas built during the Vietnam War. The Cu Chi Tunnels were a base that extended all the way to the Cambodian border and contained living quarters, meeting spaces, kitchens, supplies, and equipment. Learn about the substandard conditions there, observe the homemade mines, and reflect on the significance of the tunnels in the history of Vietnam.
• The transportation for this small-group excursion is provided from Ho Chi Minh City Cu Chi Tunnels tour with a small group.
• Explore the subterranean network to learn more about Vietnam's history.
• Discover the tactics that the Viet Cong forces employed.
• Ho Chi Minh City's (districts 1 and 3, 4, Tan Binh district) hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Options

Regular Group

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels: Explore the huge underground network of Cu Chi Tunnels
Visit Huge bomb craters, underground kitchen, and Museum of Weapons
Big Group - Maximum 25 pax
Duration: 8 hours: Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, see underground bunkers, and learn about Vietnam’s wartime history.
Cu Chi Tunnel Adventure: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City Center
Explore the huge underground network of Cu Chi Tunnels
29-seater bus: No pickup, intead, we will pick up you at 3 meeting points
English Speaking Guide: We regret to inform you that unfortunately, we are unable to provide pick-up service from your hotel for this option

Luxury Group (Max 12 pax)

Cu Chi Tunnel Luxury ( 12 pax)
Luxury Group
Duration: 8 hours
Cu Chi Tunnel Bến Đình
Mini Van
English
Pickup included

VIP Cu Chi (Max 9 pax w/Lunch)

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels: Explore the huge underground network of Cu Chi Tunnels
Visit Huge bomb craters, underground kitchen, and Museum of Weapons
V.I.P Limousine (D Car): Limousine Pick up & Drop off at your accomodation, Hotel pickup and drop-off in central of districts 1, 3,Bến Vân Đồn,D4
Duration: 8 hours: Step back in time as you learn about how this vast underground network was used in the Vietnam war.
Lunch in Sol Cu Chi Restaurant: Enjoy Local Food in Cu Chi Restaurant ( Set Menu )


Cu Chi Tunnel Adventure: Departure from Ho Chi Minh City Center
Explore the huge underground network of Cu Chi Tunnels

Limousine comfort Dcar Transit: Modern Air-con Dcar VIP for tour and transfer including picks up and drops off at hotel in District 1, 3 and 4
English Speaking Guide
Pickup included

Private Non-touristy Tour

Private tour
Duration: 8 hours
Ben Duoc tunnels Non-touristy
Pickup included

Luxury Group (Max 16 pax)

Cu Chi Tunnels Bến Đình : Cu Chi Tunnels: historic, adventurous maze revealing Vietnam’s wartime past.
Luxury Group ( 16 pax) : Van 18 Seats
Duration: 8 hours
Cu Chi Tunnel : Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day Luxury Group Tour
Mini Van 18 Seats : Note: For District 3, we only offer pickup and drop-off at Ben Thanh Market.
Or drop near there location.
English Tour Guide
Pickup included

Private Cu Chi Tunnels Tour

Cu Chi Tunnels
Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Car
Pickup included

Non-touristy Tour (Max 12 pax)

Ben Duoc Tunnel
Non-touristy
Duration: 8 hours
Cu Chi Bến Dược - Non Tourists: wartime base, memorial temple, heroic Vietnamese spirit.
Mini Vans , Car: Mini Vans Maxium ( 12 pax )
Note: For District 3,Da Kao we only offer pickup and drop-off at Ben Thanh Market.

English Tour Guide
Pickup included

What's included

  • Entrance fees
  • Cool towels and mineral water
  • *Only for Limousine Option* Lunch in famous Local Restaurant (Vegan if required)
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1 (selected hotels only)
  • English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Beverages and other meals are not mentioned in the program.
  • Gratuities
  • Due to the upcoming TET holiday from 14 Feb - 22 Fed , all services are subject to holiday surcharge
  • consumable materials used for the shooting activity.

What to expect

  1. Ho Chi Minh City
    Pass by
    Pick-up Information: (The estimated pick-up time will be advised in advance, and the exact pick-up time will be reconfirmed one day before departure.)
    - District 1 (City Center): 7:00–7:45 AM/12:15-12:30 PM
    - District 3: 7:45–8:00 AM/12:45-13:00 PM

    - Regular Group Tour: No pick-up in District 3, Ben Nghe Ward, Nguyen Hue Street, or Da Kao Ward,Tan Dinh Ward, Tan Binh, Binh Thanh District.
    Guests in these areas must go to the designated meeting point.

    - Luxury Group / Limousine Group Tour: Pick-up available in District 3. And drop-off at Ben Thanh Market meeting point or Vietnam Travel Group office (55 Do Quang Dau streets, Phạm Ngũ Lão ward, District 1, HCM city.)
  2. 45m
    Escape the bustle of the city and journey into the heart of Southern Vietnam’s countryside to explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels. Step into the shoes of a Viet Cong fighter as you crawl through the iconic 155-mile (250 km) underground tunnel network and experience a real military-style shooting range.
    Enjoy a comfortable hotel pickup as your guide takes you on a scenic drive from bustling Ho Chi Minh City to the peaceful Cu Chi District. Along the way, marvel at the lush rice paddies, charming roadside stalls, and the authentic rural landscape of Vietnam.
  3. Cu Chi Tunnels
    2h
    Arriving at the site, begin your adventure with a guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels – a vast underground maze of hidden pathways, camouflaged trapdoors, meeting rooms, sleeping quarters, field hospitals, and the famous Hoang Cam smokeless kitchen. Feel the intensity of history beneath your feet as you learn how a mere 3–4 meters of soil could withstand the weight of 55-ton tanks and protect against heavy bombing.
    Watch a short wartime documentary to gain insight into the daily lives of Vietnamese fighters, then explore the remaining bomb craters, handmade weapons museum, and souvenir shops showcasing relics of war.
    Get your adrenaline pumping at the National Defense Sports Shooting Range (for + 18 year olds) , where you’ll have the rare chance to fire real M-15s, AK-47s, and carbine rifles. This thrilling experience is optional and available at an additional cost, perfect for those seeking an extra dose of adventure
  4. 45m
    Afterward, we’ll make a stop at SOL Cu Chi Restaurant – a perfect spot to relax after exploring the tunnels. Here, you may choose to enjoy a variety of delicious local dishes in a tranquil countryside setting (meals at your own expense).
  5. Ho Chi Minh City
    Pass by
    Drop-off Information:
    - Regular Group Tour: No pick-up in District 3, Ben Nghe Ward, Nguyen Hue Street, or Da Kao Ward,Tan Dinh Ward, Tan Binh, Binh Thanh District.
    Guests in these areas must go to the designated meeting point.

    - Luxury Group / Limousine Group Tour: Pick-up available in District 3. And drop-off at Ben Thanh Market meeting point or Vietnam Travel Group office (55 Do Quang Dau streets, Phạm Ngũ Lão ward, District 1, HCM city.)

    Important Note:
    If you have a scheduled flight, please inform the agency in advance. Pick-up and drop-off points will follow the guidelines mentioned above.
    End the tour with a comfortable return ride to your hotel, arriving around 3:00 – 3:30 PM (morning tour) or 7:30 – 8:00 PM (afternoon tour) - The schedule may be subject to change (earlier or later) depending on real-time traffic conditions

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Meetting point : VietNam Travel Group
Time going from this address : 7:15-7:30 AM
in the morning
Time going from this address : 12:30-12:45 PM

Meeting point

Meetting point : VietNam Travel Group
Time going from this address : 7:15-7:30 AM
in the morning
Time going from this address : 12:30-12:45 PM

Meeting point

Meetting point : VietNam Travel Group
Time going from this address : 7:00-7:15 AM
in the morning
Time going from this address : 12:30 PM

End point

Meetting point : VietNam Travel Group
Time going from this address : 7:15-7:30 AM
in the morning
Time going from this address : 12:30-12:45 PM

End point

Meetting point : VietNam Travel Group
Time going from this address : 7:15-7:30 AM
in the morning
Time going from this address : 12:30-12:45 PM

End point

Meetting point : VietNam Travel Group
Time going from this address : 7:00-7:15 AM
in the morning
Time going from this address : 12:30 PM

Pickup details

Pickup Information

District 1 (Central area): Pickup from 7:00–7:45 AM

District 3: Pickup from 7:45–8:00 AM

Regular Group Tour: We regret to inform you that unfortunately, we are *unable to provide pick-up service from your hotel* for this option. Intead, we will pick up you at 3 meeting points.

Limousine Tour:

Pickup available in District 3.

Drop-off at Ben Thanh Market or our company office.

Additional Information:
We provide pickup service in central District 1, District 4 (Ben Van Don Street), and District 3.
Note: For District 3, we only offer pickup and drop-off at Ben Thanh Market.
Guests from nearby districts can gather at our office at 55B Do Quang Dau Street, District 1 for pickup.

Additional information

  • 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
  • All catering options available (for groups booking meals or limousines)
  • During Tet Season(From 23 to 31/01,) services may increase from groups of 12 to 14 and 16 to 20 guests
  • During Tet Season (From 23 to 31/01, VIP group size will be changed to max 9-12 pax )
  • Shooting is for those 18 years old and older only.

Cancellation policy

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

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