Cu Chi Tunnels Tour from HCM City - Morning or Afternoon
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
On this half-day Morning or Afternoon Cu Chi Tunnels tour, you will see the Cu Chi complex with its network of tunnels and traps, and learn about how society functioned underground during times of war. You can also try your hand at shooting range with an AK-47
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must be above the age of 18 to participate in shooting experience.
After the morning tour, visit a nearby restaurant for restroom, feel free to enjoy a light lunch on your own.
Hotel pickup is not offered from Tan Dinh & Dakao Ward (except for VIP and Private Options)
Drop off in the center of District 1 only (except for VIP and Private Options)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
English-speaking Tour Guide
Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance Tickets + 1 bottle of water
Drop off at VN Adventure Tours office
Pickup from central hotels in District 1 (not TanDinh & Dakao)
Bullets (if you try shooting the war gun)
Optional Tips (recommended)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
What To Expect
Cu Chi Tunnels
Around 8:00AM or 12:10PM. Start with pickup from the center of Ho Chi Minh City or meet at the meeting point then depart for Cu Chi Tunnels. After 1.5 hour drive, we arrive at the Tunnels where You'll have the opportunity to explore the tunnel system, which includes narrow passageways, hidden entrances, and underground chambers. Learn about the daily life of the Cu Chi guerrilla fighters and how they managed to survive in the tunnels. You can crawl distances through the tunnels that were used by the guerrilla fighters during the Vietnam War. You may see kitchens, living quarters, among other things used during the war. Learn about how different types traps were created and set up. Visit the weapon rooms and learn how the ingenious soldiers made them. You can also safely try your hand at the shooting range with an AK-47. After exploration, we travel back to Ho Chi Minh City. Arrive approximately at 3:30pm for the morning tour and 7:00pm for the afternoon tour.
Options
Non-touristy Tour
Join-in small group: of 12 people and go off the beaten path to explore the Non-touristy Ben Duoc Tunnel of Cu Chi tunnels.
Pickup included
VIP Non-touristy Tour & Lunch
Join-in VIP Group of 10 people: with transfers by Limousine including Lunch. Hotel pickup and drop off in District 1, 3 and 4.
Pickup included
Standard Group Tour
Join-in standard group: of 25 people and we'll be exploring the Touristy Ben Dinh Tunnel of Cu Chi Tunnels.
Pickup included
Private Non-touristy Tour
Door to Door Pickup & Drop off: within Ho Chi Minh City. For this private option, we'll be exploring the Non-touristy Ben Duoc tunnel of Cu Chi Tunnels.
Pickup included
Reviews
15,226 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fantastic Cu Chi Tunnels Tour
GrandTour15728099887,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful experience visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels. The tour was well-organized and timed perfectly, giving us plenty of opportunity to explore and learn without feeling rushed. The site itself is incredibly impressive and eye-opening—walking through the tunnels and seeing the traps, shelters, and historical artifacts really brings the history to life. Our guide Tom made the tour exceptional. He’s energetic, funny, and extremely knowledgeable. He shared detailed stories and interesting facts in a way that was engaging and easy to understand. You could feel his passion for the history of the tunnels, and he kept everyone involved and entertained throughout the day. This tour was informative, memorable, and a must-do when in Ho Chi Minh City. If you’re planning to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, I highly recommend booking with Tom—you’ll learn a lot and have a great time doing it! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Exceptional guide with good price
J4789AVmichaelz,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide was exceptional. He actually explained the tour beforehand so everybody new what and when stuff is happening
Great tour to the Cu Chi tunnels
margaretfH9850PU,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour with Phu to the Cu Chi tunnels and he explained the history around them really well. Would highly recommend
A piece of history
Meander16919744032,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bao is a knowledgeable and friendly guide. We learned a lot of Vietnam facts and history during this Cu Chi tunnels tour.
Interesting tour
julietteparry,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really interesting tour going through the tunnels and hearing about the war. Our guide Bao was very informative and explained the history well!
Cu Chi Tunnels - Must See
connora302,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Cu Chi Tunnels tour was one of the most fascinating and memorable experiences of my entire trip, offering a deep and engaging insight into a remarkable part of Vietnamese history. I had expected the tunnels themselves to be interesting, but I was genuinely surprised by just how immersive and eye-opening the experience was. Walking through sections of the network, seeing the concealed entrances, and learning about the ingenious methods used for survival and defence gave a vivid sense of what life must have been like during the war. It was an experience that balanced education with emotion, making the history feel immediate and real rather than distant. What elevated the tour from great to truly exceptional, however, was our guide, Boa. From the moment we arrived, he set the tone with his warm, humorous, and incredibly welcoming personality. He had that rare ability to make everyone feel comfortable while keeping the entire group fully engaged. His storytelling was captivating—he explained complex and often heavy historical topics in a way that was easy to follow, while still showing deep respect for the subject matter. His knowledge seemed endless, but it was his passion for sharing it that made all the difference. Boa’s humour added an unexpected but much-appreciated layer to the day. He knew exactly when to lighten the mood with a joke or playful comment, and he had everyone laughing throughout the tour. Despite the difficult history surrounding the tunnels, he managed to create an atmosphere that felt both respectful and enjoyable. It never felt forced—his comedy came naturally and helped bring the group together. Several moments still make me smile when I think back on them, and it’s rare to find a guide who can balance information and entertainment so effortlessly. His friendliness made the experience even more memorable. Boa took time to speak to everyone individually, answering questions, offering additional stories, and making sure each person got the most out of the visit. You could tell he genuinely cared about the experience we were having, and that level of attentiveness is something you don’t encounter often. It was clear that for him this wasn’t just a job—it was something he took real pride in. By the end of the tour, I realised that while the Cu Chi Tunnels themselves were fascinating, it was Boa who truly made the day unforgettable. His energy, humour, kindness, and depth of knowledge were the highlight of the entire experience. I left with a much greater understanding of the history, and with a smile on my face thanks to his incredible personality. If you’re considering taking the Cu Chi Tunnels tour, I couldn’t recommend it more—especially if you have the chance to go with Boa. He turned an already interesting site into a genuinely exceptional and enriching experience.
Cu Chi tunnels
266aleksandraz,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Super interesting experience! Tuan was an amazing guide - full of stories! I'm super glad that I chose this excursion as Tuan is a veteran and it made the trip more authentic
Great guide Tuan
liamdB1629ZK,
Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great experience at the cu chi tunnels. Tuan was a great guide he made it fun and was very knowledgeable. Recommend if you’re in Vietnam
Great trip with Tuan
Łukasz Z,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome trip, you can experience how small these tunnels in reality are. Only a moment inside them and you feel fatigue, especially if you are taller. Also, the guide Tuan shared real insights from Vietnam War about harsh conditions that soldiers were forced to live under inside tunnels for many years to survive and protect that land. Amazing experience and a lot of real history.
A must see tour in HCM!
Gana E,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the full day tour in Ho Chi Minh City which covered the Cu Chi Tunnels, Black Virgin Mountain and the temple. Our tour guides, Sam and Mikey, were great, we were picked up at our hotel right on time and the overall bus ride was smooth. If you're in the city for a few days, definitely recommend this tour as you can get away from the city, experience the beautiful countryside, observe the street cultures outside of the city, and take in the view of the Saigon river, Happy Buddha, and all other Vietnam-specific attractions along the way.
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