Cu Chi Tunnels - VIP Private Tour
Overview
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6 hours
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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
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.
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
VIP Private TET Holiday
by Limousine: Pick up and drop off from your hotel in district 1, 3, and 4. Pickup included
Private TET Holiday
by Car or Minivan: Pickup and Drop off from central located 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
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
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1,085 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great private tour
stevegB7400JY,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Xem was a great guide. He was really informative not just in relation to the tour but also re Vietnam in general. He was also good fun. Driver did a fine job. Would definitely recommend this tour.
Toan is awesome!
Kikefadez,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Town was amazing! Very informative, great tour. Would bring my family again. 10/10
We loved our...
Valerie P,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We loved our visit with Bunny. She explained very clearly and allowed us to better understand the different wars that impacted the country. Comfortable van and excellent driver as well. I recommend this tour!
Insightful tour
donnag526,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Eddie was very knowledgeable and made for an insightful tour
Excellent value with a local history expert
155myeisham,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Enormous thanks to Bunny for today's tour! Highly recommend booking this for a small group, the hotel pick up and drop off made today so easy for us. Bunny is a history buff and was so helpful answering all of our questions big and small, taking the time to show us hidden details and stories of the Cu Chi tunnel complex. 10/10!!
6 stars is possible
tomyb360,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Bunny was an amazing guide. Very informative on the Vietnamese history. A pleasant to be with. Babe videos
Amazing tour of Cu Chi tunnels
M8644UQpaolom,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hannah was an extremely friendly and knowledgeable guide. We had a wonderful experience with her and would recommend booking this tour!
A forever memory
Beau C,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Both Trung & Lucky were absolute masters of their trades. Delivered an informative repertoire of facts, info and timely moments of humour. Worth the time and experience of this tour.
Excellent half day private tour
Wander17035246700,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful half day tour to the tunnels. Bunny, our guide was very knowledgeable and so engaging. It was an excellent private tour for our family.
Informative tour seamlessly guided through by wonderful guide, Bunny
Sightseer66242324682,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour operator was extremely helpful when we had to reschedule and change of your from the full day tour to the half day. They kept us informed and gave us top class service. Our tour guide Bunny arrived on time and was waiting downstairs to take us to the van (after confirming timing and location the evening before via WhatsApp). Bunny gave a detailed history of Vietnam covering not only the tunnels and the “Vietnam” or “American” war depending on your perspective. She kept us refreshed with chilled water and information on the drive out to the tunnels. The process of entering the tunnels was painless with no waiting in queues as you are whisked through that part. She gave detailed information on the tour through the site and ensured that he could spend as long or little time at each stage as we wanted. I would happily recommend both the tour company and Bunny. I cannot think of anything that would have made the experience better.
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