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
2,660 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Belgian on tour!
481davyc,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really liked it a lot; it's a very interesting visit. The tunnels are cool, but tidy and long, so be careful. Good physical condition is necessary. The tour was organized well, we were picked up at the hotel correctly, and we were informed by our guide Lili. I highly recommend the tour and our guide Lili!
Excellenr Cu Ci Tunnels tour
Passenger54399902719,,Feb 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour! Lily is the best!
tuco great guide
giegil,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00great. Tuco was a great guide i highly recommend. Hes the best guide ive ever had. Very thorough and friendly
Good experience with Tuco at Cu Chi Tunnels
rojgart,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tuco is a very friendly guide, explained everything very well.
Traversing through the rich history
868anuragt,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a very good experience with my tour guide Tuco. He explained everything in a very friendly manner
Excellent
Wanderer22549136803,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice tour, Tuco was very knowledgeable and the English also was very good. All in all a very nice experience.
Highly recommend. One of the best tours we did in all of Vietnam.
ANNETTE M,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Simon was the best guide. He spoke very good English. The whole tour was absolutely amazing. Going into those tunnels and seeing how people truly lived was unbelievable. This was one of the best things that my husband and I did in Vietnam. It was quite the eye-opener and I loved how Simon acknowledged that the whole thing was rough on all of the young men from both sides that were sent to the war. I think anybody interested in history should take this tour.
Great tour with guide
Sightsee62877123469,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour of tunnels in details and answer all the questions on tunnels
I had fun
Connector61850115445,,Feb 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had very good experience with a lot of fun
Must see in Ho Chi Minh
shamiramariem,,Feb 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very entertaining and Ms. Thuyen is very nice. She explained its history very well and learned a lot from it.
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