1-Day Tour of Black Virgin Mountain - Cao Dai Temple - Cu Chi Tunnels from HCMC
Overview
Available languages
10 hours
Mobile ticket
Full-day Adventure from Ho Chi Minh City
Morning: Conquer Black Virgin Mountain by cable car, admire giant Lady Buddha & panoramic views.
Midday: Join the sacred Cao Dai Temple prayer ceremony – a unique blend of East & West religions.
Afternoon: Explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, crawl through underground passages & uncover wartime secrets.
Evening: Return to Ho Chi Minh City with unforgettable memories of nature, culture & history combined.
Special Bonus: Book this tour with us and each guest will receive a beauty care voucher worth 300,000 VND (~12 USD).
Voucher will be sent after successful booking – please provide your phone number with Viber/WhatsApp/Zalo to receive it.
Additional Info
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please provide name of hotel and hotel address in District 1, HCMC, Vietnam where free pickup is offered.
It is recommended to bring a cap and sunscreen
Minimum age is 5 years
Special Bonus: Book this tour with us and each guest will receive a beauty care voucher worth 300,000 VND (~12 USD). Voucher will be sent after successful booking – please provide your phone number with Viber/WhatsApp/Zalo to receive it.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Black Virgin Mountain
07:00 AM – Begin your journey with a hotel pick-up and drive northeast to Black Lady Mountain (Núi Bà Đen), the highest peak in Southern Vietnam at 986 meters. Cable Car Ride: Soar above lush forests, sparkling waterfalls, and mysterious caves on a modern cable car, taking in sweeping views of the mountain landscape. Temples & Caves: Explore sacred temples, peaceful pagodas, and hidden caves once home to Buddhist monks and nuns. The serene spiritual atmosphere blends beautifully with the natural scenery. Conquering Black Lady Mountain is not just an adventure but also a cultural and spiritual experience, offering breathtaking landscapes and unforgettable memories.
Cao Dai Temple
Next, visit the extraordinary Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh, often described as a “Walt Disney fantasia of the East.” Its exterior dazzles with bright colors, where multi-shaped dragons twist around columns and sacred symbols decorate every corner. Above the main entrance, the striking image of the all-seeing holy eye represents the unity of the Cao Dai faith. Inside, the temple is just as fascinating: statues of Jesus Christ, Buddha, and the Hindu god Brahma stand side by side, reflecting the religion’s unique blend of beliefs. The vibrant mix of colors, elaborate architecture, and spiritual atmosphere create a setting that feels both beautiful and surreal to Western visitors. A highlight not to be missed is the midday service, when hundreds of worshippers in white robes gather in prayer, offering a moving and unforgettable glimpse into the rituals of this remarkable faith.
What‘s Included
Professional guide, return cable car ticket, coach, domestic travel insurance
Snack one the way back HCMC, Boiled tapioca and local tea in Cu Chi
Pick-up and drop-off at hotel in Dist 1/3/4, HCMC, Entrance fees, lunch
2 bottle water/pax
Gun shooting, tips, drinks, travel insurance and personal expenses.
Food and drinks
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Deluxe [Breakfast & Lunch]
Deluxe: Air con tourist bus, English speaking tour guide, 01 breakfast, 01 lunch, entrance fee and 01 Aquafina water bottle/pax.
Standard [Lunch]
Pickup included
Reviews
197 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
I was very disappointed....
Anne H,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00I was very disappointed. I booked the trip 6 weeks before getting to Vietnam to ensure I could go to Black Virgin Mt. The night before, yes the night before the company WhatsApp me to say they were canceling as other people on the trip cancelled & there was only me. Very poor! I can’t comment on itinerary as I didn’t get to go!
Fantastic tour
shizza2501,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booked this tour last minute and was so glad we did. Trip was amazing and tour guide very knowledgeable. Driver was also fantastic and very patience. One hundred per cent recommend this tour and tour company.
Pleasant with one red flag.
sudiptal 2000,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Nicely planned trip. Very nice guide. He was really good taking us through the tunnels. Red flag: lunch. It was quite chaotic. 10 of us were packed into a 2ft radius table. Courses were just dropped on the table. Would seriously request the organisers to plan this part again.
Worth it!
nida j,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was worth every penny. Everything was well-coordinated, and Ken was a standout guide whose experience really made the trip special.
Loved every bit of it
lisasF8606QR,Apr 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was WORTH EVERY CENT. Such an organized excursion and Ken is the best tour guide. He knew so much and was very gracious with giving us time to explore. Such a wonderful experience.
All-Round - An Excellent Day
BarbaraAnn O,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our tour guide Tony is really organised and knowledgeable about the places that we visited. He is full of fun and always accommodating but he also takes the subject matter seriously is very passionate about his tours. I really loved this tour, the trip to the Black Virgin Lady was absolutely breathtaking. The views are incredible! The cu chi tunnels were also great, finally I got to tick being in the tunnels off my bucket list!
A long day but worth it
Jacqueline C,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Excellent trip . The black mountain is spectacular. The lunch was good. Visit to tunnels was also good but we were not given the opportunity to fire the AK 47s as described.
Tour is itself...
Prashanta R,Mar 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Tour is itself interesting... started in the morning and ends in the evening... nice for a one day trip... Mr Khanh was very helpful...
A most interesting day, learning about Vietnam and its culture and also admiring the scenic views.
O´Connor S,Mar 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide ( Ken) was friendly, informative and kept the group on task with timings etc to go on to the next part of the trip. He made the 3 events on our itinerary most enjoyable and the vegetarian lunch was delicious.
Irish tourists on holiday in Vietnam
Marie B,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is a wonderful day. Amazing sights to see. Our Tour Guide Ken was very knowledgeable and had a great personality.
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