Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
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Don't waste your holiday stuck in traffic on a crowded bus. This Small-Group Tour (limited to 12 travelers) takes you directly to the Cu Chi Tunnels in a modern, air-conditioned van. Explore the underground network with a knowledgeable guide who shares the real stories of the war, not just the script. Includes hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a light snack of tapioca & tea
Additional Info
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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Group tour
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Infant rates apply provided they do not occupy a seat and the tour inclusions. Please advise the supplier if you have from 1 infant at time of booking.
Not wheelchair accessible.
Extra surcharge may apply for pickup outside of District 1.
For the centrally located hotels in Dist 1 where we can not pick up and transfer because of the traffic rules, please contact the local supplier for support. In more detail, we are not allowed to pick up at Nguyễn Trãi Street, Nguyễn Thị Nghĩa Street,…
Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ho Chi Minh City
Escape the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City and head straight to the countryside. Unlike standard big-bus tours, our Small Group van navigates the traffic faster, getting you to the site before the massive crowds arrive (for the morning slot). Watch the cityscape fade into rice paddies and rubber plantations. Your guide will provide an introduction to the Vietnam War (American War) context, setting the scene for what you are about to witness.
Ben Duoc tunnel complex
Upon arrival, watch a short documentary (a relic from the war era) before heading into the jungle. - Discover how a 200km underground web was built using simple tools. - See the ingenious and terrifying traps used during the conflict. - Experience the claustrophobic reality of tunnel life by crawling through a safe section of the tunnel (widened for visitors). Note: Crawling is optional; you can walk above ground if you prefer. For those interested in military history, there is an opportunity to fire real weapons (AK-47 or M16) at the National Defense Sports Shooting Range (bullets are at your own expense). Before leaving, sit down to taste boiled tapioca with sesame salt and hot pandan tea—the actual diet that sustained the Viet Cong fighters in the tunnels.
What‘s Included
Pick-up and drop-off at the centrally located hotels in District 1.
English-speaking tour guide.
A/C van as per program tour
Mineral water (1 bottle/pax/day)
Travel insurance; Food & Beverage
Tips & personal expenses (telephone calls, shooting gun...)
Other services not mentioned in the inclusion
Shooting gun fee - 600.000vnd for 10 bullet
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Joining Small Group Tour
Small Group Tour: Maximum 12 passengers ensures personalized attention and more legroom.
Duration: 7 hours
Transportation by AC Minivan: Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from District 1 hotels (exclude Tan Dinh Ward, Sai Gon Ward).
Pickup included
VIP Limousine & Lunch
Limousine & Lunch (Max 9 Pax): The ultimate stress-free experience. Travel in style in our luxury Limousine Van (max 9 travelers).
Duration: 8 hours
Lunch: After exploring the tunnels, return to Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy a Famous Beef Noodle Soup (Pho) at a restaurant.
Luxury Limousine Van: Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from District 1 hotels (exclude: Tan Dinh Ward, Sai Gon Ward)
Pickup included
Reviews
2,951 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Half day tour of tunnels with Nikki was amazing!
OmkarJoshi,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour. Guide Nikki was enthusiastic and gave a lot of good information.
Great tour!
Q4480RIlindav,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this tour, super interesting and learned a lot of new things! Tourguide Vincent was super knowledgable and was super open to answer al our questions. Really recommend it!!
Cu Chi Tunnel Half-Day Tour
Escape65839498670,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An excellent experience! The visit was smooth, informative, and full of fascinating history. Vincent is a very good guide—knowledgeable, clear, and engaging. He made the trip memorable and easy to understand. Highly recommended!
Great Danny at Cu Chi Tunnels!
AledaPadova,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic Danny, our tour guide at Vietkong Tunnels! Professional, funny, brilliant, Danny gave us a good insight of how Vietkong fighter against US, also highlighting the human part of what happened. He kept strict control on timing and cared about our safety and well-being. Thanks, Danny!
Great Cu Chi tour with Danny
jaimecG9734DF,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really enjoyed the half-day tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Our guide, Danny, was fantastic – very insightful and gave clear explanations about the history behind the tunnels and the war. He was thoughtful and took great care of our small group throughout the trip. He even helped us take photos while we were inside the tunnels! Experiencing it first-hand was incredibly eye-opening. Highly recommended.
Informative Tunnel Tour with a Great Guide
C8861NHjom,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a very informative tour of the tunnels and really enjoyed the experience. Our guide, Phuong Duy, was knowledgeable, friendly, and shared many interesting details that gave us a deeper understanding of the history. The tour was well organized, and the hotel pick-up and drop-off in Saigon made everything very convenient. Overall, a worthwhile experience that we would recommend—especially with a guide like Phuong Duy
Yudi is the best
tashag400,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yudi our tour guide was amazing. He was patient and very informative. He encouraged us to go into the tunnels and experience the feel of the struggles. He even serve us a snack of the food that was consumed during the struggles. Thank you Yudi.
Great Tour
shannonhC5412KE,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vincent was an excellent guide and provided so much information. Really enjoyed this half day tour.
Cu Chi Tunnels half day tour
howiezard,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very enlightening time and experience with our tour guide Vincent.
Great experience
Relax10589954976,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Vincent was an amazing tour guide and it was a great experience and I learnt a lot from the experience
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