Private Tour
Cu Chi Tunnels - VIP Private Tour
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
The Cu Chi Tunnels - VIP Private Tour is ideal for those who want to avoid crowded touristy buses and want to have luxury 5-star services.
Option 1: Transfer by limo with beer and snacks served in the car.
Option 2: Transfer by private car/van
- Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels' underground system.
- You can decide to visit Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc Tunnels
- Discover how Viet Cong soldiers used them as supply tunnels and hideouts.
- Ho Chi Minh City hotel pickup is included for a hassle-free journey
"Strategies to Avoid the Crowds at Cu Chi Tunnels"
- We recommend starting early.
- The Cu Chi Tunnels attract visitors daily, becoming particularly congested on weekends and Vietnamese holidays. It's not uncommon to find long lines at every stop, making for a packed experience on any given day.
- A half-day usually suffices. Aim to reach the tunnels either before 8:30 AM or around 2:30 PM. By this time, the morning queues have dwindled, and the afternoon temperature is more pleasant.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Cu Chi Tunnels
8:00: We will pick you up at your hotel to start the Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour. We arrive in Cu Chi Tunnels (Ben Dinh or Ben Duoc). Then we will watch a propaganda film a wartime propaganda film showing how local guerilla fighters were “American Killing Heroes” (a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed). We then spend the next hour exploring the maze of tunnels in Cu Chi. Also on display are various mantraps and the remains of an American tank as well as numerous bomb craters made by 500-pound bombs dropped by B52 bombers. Also, you can try real gun shooting for extra (only for over 18 year-olds). At 02.30 pm – 03.00 pm, we arrive in Ho Chi Minh City and finish Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour.
What‘s Included
pick-up and drop-off at your hotel located in districts 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7.
Boiled tapioca and tea
Air-conditioned vehicle
Vietnamese English-speaking tour-guide
Cu Chi Tunnels: Entrance Fees
Bottle of water
Tip ( Optional )
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
VIP Private Tour
Transfer by Limousine: Pick-up and drop-off from all hotels or private address in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included
Private Tour
by Car or Minibus: Pick-up and drop-off from all hotels or private address in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included
Reviews
776 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must see with small group
Peter S,,Dec 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour to Cu Chi tunnels was the best tour we have had in Vietnam. Our guide, Hieu, was incredibly knowledgeable and helpful throughout the entire journey. Hieu made this area come alive! You can ask him anything about Vietnam and he will be able to give you detailed answers on all things. Also, Hieu’s English is excellent! We have not had a guide of his caliber and feel so thankful to have taken this tour with him. We picked the late afternoon tour and it was less crowded with less heat.
Fantastic Tour!
CaliforniaTraveler25,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We chose the Cu Chi Tunnels - VIP Private Tour so we could see the Ben Duoc tunnels without a lot of additional stops. Max, our guide, was great - very friendly, knowledgeable and fun. He picked us in the morning and we set off for the tunnels. On the way, he explained about the tunnels and their history as well as answered the many questions we had about the war, the involvement of the French before the Americans arrived and Vietnamese culture today. The nice thing about being on a private tour is that one can stay as long or little as one likes and even skip things. We did make one very short stop at a factory where they handmade beautiful lacquered art pieces using wood, seashells, eggshells. Although we didn’t stay long since we were focused on getting to the tunnels, I am glad we made the stop because I found it amazing how they used their materials to make the pieces. When we arrived at the Ben Duoc tunnels, it was relatively empty. We explored some of the equipment left behind near the entrance and watched only a few minutes of a film they had running which seemed to be more about the war than a documentary about the tunnels. Max was our guide throughout, showing us a model of the tunnels we were about to see, and later, the various traps and techniques used relative to tunnel living and the war. When it came to entering the tunnels, there was no wait. Another guide assigned to the tunnels brought us through. We were able to see various rooms, the kitchen, how cooking was done, dining areas and planning areas. There are different levels of tunnels to experience with the ability to exit prior to going to the next level which was a really nice feature. After the tunnels, an area to wash our hands was provided and snacks of casaba was served to us as Max explained more history to our questions. By the time was had finished our snack and we were making our way back to our driver, I noticed the area had become quite crowded and the tour busses had arrived. Although I had been taking pictures of our trip, Max had been as well and he sent them to us via WhatsApp which was really a nice touch, especially the videos of entering and exiting. We were back at our hotel by about 2-2:30. All in all, it was a great tour which I highly recommend. Thank you Max for a great day!
Best tour in Vietnam
geordieb2014,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kevin took us on an amazing experience through the tunnels, via the traps and an M60 showdown. The van was private, big, clean and air conditioned with Kevin providing us with a thorough discourse of Vietnam’s history. Thoroughly recommend.
Awesome day!
A748WQadrianl,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An awesome experience visiting the Cu Chi tunnels, learned a lot. Our guide Bunny was amazing, full of knowledge, friendly and fun. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Ho Chi Minh. Thank you 🇻🇳 🐰 👍
Amazing tour - even more amazing tour guide
LucasMelByr,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The Cu Chi Tunnel tour was amazing and that is thanks to our tour guide Bunny. She was punctual picking us up, even though the city was experiencing heavy than usual traffic due to a fire in the city. During our two hour commute to the tunnels, Bunny transformed what could have been a long and boring commute into a captivating history lesson. She talked us through Vietnam’s complex past, from the first China War through the 1989 Cambodian Withdrawal. Her knowledge was incredible, her story telling was engaging and she shared lesser known facts that truly helped bring the stories to life. Bunny’s expertise blew us away at the tunnels. She navigated us through the admissions ticketing, and provided us fascinating context about the tunnel system, the wartime usage and all of the interesting artifacts. What really set her apart was her attentiveness - she took photos for us, carried our belongings for us while we navigated tight spaces, constantly checked on our comfort, and offered multiple exploration options to meet our preferences. When we returned to the car, her driver had the AC running, cold water ready and chilled moist towelettes to clean up and cool off with. This tour was amazing, fascinating and full of history. While I fully recommend it, I truly hope you get Bunny as your guide.
Excellent
363arunag,,Dec 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide was Tiny and she did an excellent job. Totally enjoyed it. She was very professional and yet personal. Highly recommend her. She was very flexible with the time and made sure we made it back in time
Fantastic Tunnel Tour
Z959HJandrej,,Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic knowledge from Bunny - no questions went unanswered not only about the tour itself but her overall knowledge of Vietnam was outstanding. Bunny was a very pleasant, helpful and thoughtful tour guide at all times. A comfortable transfer to and from the tunnels in the Limousin van. Snacks and drinks were provided and Bunny contacted me prior to the trip for our snack and drinks preferences. Worth the money and a real highlight of our Vietnam trip.
10/10
nadiaz940,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I had a wonderful time with Kim on a solo tour of the cu chi tunnels. From the beginning of the day she shared a huge amount of information with me about the history of Vietnam. She had a dry sense of humor which I appreciated and added levity to the day. She also took photos of me along the way which was so nice. I’d highly recommend her tours to others who are traveling to Ho Chi Minh City!
Whew did the tunnel tour and enjoyed it. A must do for any visitor to Ho Chi Minh.
Z2699TAbarrys,,Dec 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bunny was a delightful tour guide. Very informative and knew the history in detail. Very attentive to any requests. Highly recommended.
We love Bunny!
Kristen S,,Dec 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Bunny was hands-down the best guide we had in Saigon. She was super knowledgeable and explained everything about the Cu Chi tunnels in a way that was easy to follow and really interesting. She kept the tour fun, answered all our questions, and pointed out things we never would’ve noticed on our own. We learned a lot and had such a great time. Request for Bunny as your tour guide! You won’t regret it.
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