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
Private TET Holiday
By Car or Minibus: Pickup and Drop Off from your hotel in District 1, 3 and 4.
Pickup included
VIP Private Tour
Transfer by Limousine: Pick-up and drop-off from all hotels or private address in Ho Chi Minh City.
Pickup included
VIP Private TET Holiday
Transfer by VIP Limousine: Pickup and Drop off from your hotel in district 1, 3 and, 4.
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
934 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Must do when visiting Ho Chi Minh City
Derek L,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Experienced tour guide Hieu was able to tell us about lived experiences during the Vietnam war. Must do if visiting Ho Chi Minh City. There is a opportunity to fire live rounds using guns used in the war such as carbines amd AK-47s.
Great trip
N5711BRangelam,,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was a great trip. Our tour guide Y was excellent. Lots of interesting facts on the way too. Also the limousine was very comfortable. I'd really recommend it. Thanks Y
Great experience at the tunnels.
paullJ8731BF,,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had the pleasure of Emily picking us up from our hotel for a private tour of the tunnels. She was so knowledgeable and genuinely made the day. She is a 5* guide.
Gary & Judy from England
Gary B,,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our day was great and with a first class service from start to finish. Our guide Johnny contacted us the evening before to confirm our itinerary. We were picked up from our hotel promptly at 8am, and when travelling Johnny gave us a brief idea what to expect. The trip was as expected, first class, a nice clean car and courteous driver. My wife has a walking disability and needs a walking pusher as an aid and nothing was too much trouble to help.
Excellent guide, but tipping "reminders" felt out of place
Gabriela P,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00We booked a private Cu Chi Tunnels tour from Ho Chi Minh City for $100 (2 people, ~6 hours total). The experience included a 2-hour drive each way and about 2 hours at the site. The positive: our guide was an older gentleman who was exceptional. He was extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and generous with information. He answered all our questions thoroughly and clearly has deep historical insight. The driver was professional, and everything ran smoothly and on schedule. However, there was one aspect that detracted from the experience. During the tour, the guide mentioned that guides rely on tips for their livelihood. Then, on the drive back (just before getting out early) he reminded us again to tip the driver (...and implicitly himself). For a $100 private tour, this felt uncomfortable and unnecessary. Tipping should always be optional and voluntary. Being reminded twice at this price point takes away from what should feel like a premium experience. Overall, the tour itself was informative and well organized, and the guide was excellent. The operator, however, should reconsider how compensation is handled so guests don’t feel pressured at the end of an otherwise high-quality tour.
Great Tunnel Tour!
ProtonNeutron1492,,Feb 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour!!! Xem was our guide! He is grounded and very well informed. He was able to give a detailed history of the Vietnam War. He spoke good English. He was totally engaged in giving the customer an awesome experience… thank you Xem!!!
Tunnel visit
907attilam,,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This is a must see for those are interested of the military conflicts of Vietnam. The escort had a very good and deep knowledge of events and facts of that period
Totally worth it for the private tour.
Mike F,,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Toan was a great guide. Very informative and well spoken. It’s a heavy tour with lots of history. How small and then also how long the tunnels are is quite amazing. Not to be missed.
Great day out with a knowledgeable guide
W3770ACrobertb,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tunnels was an amazing experience and would recommend to anyone visiting the area. Our guide, Tony, has an obvious love of history and provide great information as well as some lovely photographs of our day.
Experience an unforgettable day
Karina V,,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a fantastic day with a super sweet and funny guide named Jackie. He knew so much about the war but also about culture and buildings. He could answer any question. Jackie had great ideas to take beautiful pictures of which we will have great memories later. Also the driver has us safely back to the cruise Terminal.
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