Cu Chi Tunnels Experience from Ho Chi Minh City
Overview
Available languages
5 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience the world of the Cu Chi freedom fighters with a visit to their famous tunnel system. This network of over 200 km of tunnels became legendary during the 1960's when they played a vital part in the American War, allowing the Viet Cong to control a large rural area close to Ho Chi Minh City. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 6 years
By visiting and paying an entrance fee to Cu Chi tunnels, this tour helps preserve the local historical heritage.
For this tour, we can cater for the following dietary requirements: vegetarians, and lactose intolerance. Please provide this information at least 24-hours prior to your travel date. Unfortunately, we are not able to cater for any other dietary requirements that are not listed above.
Please note that this tour covers 5 km of Boat Ride and 1.5 km (1 mile) of walking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Drop off centrally located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City
Take a 2 hours ride with a private transportation towards the Cambodian border
Take a fascinating visit of the Cu Chi tunnels memorial park (Entrance Fee. Included)
Get tips on what else to see, do and eat during your stay
Join Friendly local English speaking guise
Enjoy a local sandwich on the way back to Ho Chi Minh City
Gratuities
Hotel pickup
What To Expect
Central Post Office
Leave the hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City to explore one of the relics from one of the most significant local historical events in recent memory. Journey 2 hours west towards the Cambodian border.
Cu Chi Tunnels
Your local guide will take you on a fascinating tour of the Cu Chi tunnels, where you'll learn more about the conditions the people lived in, the hardships they faced, and the amazing ingenuity employed to maintain life in the tunnels.
Options
Private Tour
Small Group Tour
Reviews
1,337 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A great look in to the past with Richard
Kirstie D,
Dec 7, 2024
- Viator
5.00Our guide Richard was informative, witty and knowledgeable. He was very accommodating to the groups needs. A perfect guide to explain this significant piece of Vietnamese history. Would def recommend
Incredible, unforgettable experience
Anita B,
Feb 19, 2023
- Viator
5.00This was such a special tour. The guide had such unbelievable stories of the war, given his entire family had been in the VietCong. It was also a relatively small group so we really got a personal experience. I'd highly recommend this tour.
Outstanding
anthony i,
Feb 27, 2020
- Viator
5.00Johnny was a great tour guide. My wife was on crutches and he was very attentive and understanding. Great tour. Regards Tony
Thanks for a great day
Capqwerty,
Sep 30, 2019
- Viator
5.00Tan thanks for a great tour. We never felt rushed with plenty of time to explore the tunnels. Recommend for anyone.
Cu Chi Tunnels
Nicole K,
Sep 28, 2019
- Viator
5.00The guide was excellent and able to answer all my questions and provided plenty of information about the tunnels.
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