Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network
Overview
Available languages
7 hours
Mobile ticket
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 7 Pax): The ultimate stress-free experience. Travel in style in our luxury Limousine Van (max 7 travelers).
Duration: 8 hours
Lunch: After exploring the tunnels, relax and enjoy a Famous Beef Noodle Soup (Pho) at a local 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
2,361 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent and educational.
eduardojrs2025,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Haha, our tour guide, is superb! He explained to us in details the historical background, and my kids, especially my youngest, was very amazed about the tunnels. As a guide, Haha is friendly and quite amiable. We also had wonderful experience with the driver, Hu. He navigated the Vietnam traffic with ease.
Amazing experience
sindub2016,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Took the half day cu chi tunnel tour. Our tour guide was Mr. Turong. He was very patient to explain all the details and history of Vietnam. Make it an interesting experience. Going through the tunnel was an exceptional experience
War history explained well
DPMMumbai,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did this trip with Naomi as our guide. It was a really interesting trip in terms of understanding the war history and Naomi did an excellent job in explaining the history her passion was really evident. We covered the significanct tunnels . Highly recommend
Cu Chi Tunnels half day tour
N3604CNmarcl,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was a good experience, we had knowledgeable tour guide Mr. Truong, and it was smooth journey overall. Would recommend.
Best experience with Yudi (Duy)
B8558OBericl,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yudi is a very responsible and attentive guide. My spouse and I signed up for the half day cu chi tunnel tour. Throughout the tour, Yudi was constantly looking out for us, making sure we are not left behind. Due to huge crowds in the private rooms for the documentary, Yudi was constantly giving us a heads up even before we reach the site, ensuring us that we could watch the video through YouTube or other online platforms. At the end of the tour, we were brought to the resting point where Yudi looked after us and constantly remind us to try out the local war delicacy (cassava). Thank you and we definitely appreciate tour guides like Yudi!
Great experience
424laxmin,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was great. We had Yudi as our tour guide. He was great in explaining about the tour. Thank you for the detailed info about the caves and its history. Good work.
Cu chi tunnels 1/2 day
H3518FDpaulw,,Dec 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience while doing the tour, I learnt a lot about the Vietnam war. Our tour guide Yudi was very helpful and I would highly recommend .
We beat traffic, enjoyed great weather, and it felt like a private tour with rich insights from our guide.
raymonddX8353SS,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was truly eye-opening, and a huge part of that was our exceptional guide. They were insightful without being heavy-handed, funny at just the right moments, and deeply relatable. They were prompt, well-organised, and clearly mindful of the group’s pace and emotional responses throughout. The tour itself highlights how war affects not just one moment in time, but generations of people long after the conflict ends. Complex history was explained with clarity and humanity, helping us understand the lasting social, cultural, and personal impacts. Highly recommended for anyone wanting a deeper, more human understanding of the subject.
Comfortable, not crowdy, good transport, great guide. Not to long
Hotti H,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Was a perfekt trip. Not to long and very nice guide. Would recommend it. We where only 8 people in our group that was very nice, not crowdy.
Very informative and great attitude
Ameya Gondhalekar,,Dec 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Huang was very thorough in his knowledge of the country and a very patriotic person. He took us through the entire day tour with great enthusiasm.
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