The History of Cu Chi Tunnels VIP Tour by Luxury Speed Boat
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Located about 70 km to the northwest of HCMC, Cu Chi tunnel is the miniature of the creative and transformed battle of Cu Chi people and soldiers in the fierce fight, lasting for 30 years against the aggressors for independence, freedom of the country. With its victory scale, Cu Chi tunnel went into the history of heroic struggle of the Vietnamese as a legend of the 20th century and became famous in the world. This is a unique and incomparable wonder with 250 km tunnel spreading like cobwebs underground, with the completion of works associated with the tunnels such as trenches, docks, fighting places, tunnels for eating, sleeping, meetings, activities, military, food storage, water wells, Hoang Cam stoves...
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking. A surcharge may applied for any special meal accommodations
An umbrella is recommended from May to October
A light jacket is recommended between November and February
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of travelers
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entry/Admission - Cu Chi Tunnels
Vietnamese traditional set lunch
Pick-up and drop-off at Saigon Waterbus Station (Bach Dang pier)
Professional tour guide with international license
Unlimited refreshment and local fruits
The Sugar Town bakery cake
Optional activities such as shooting range (minimum age 18)
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Price for Optional Shooting Range is VND 55,000-60,000/per bullet
Bring sunscreen and mosquito repellent when visiting the tunnels
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Cu Chi Tunnels
9:15 am: You will arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site before the majority of larger bus tours arrive. Watch a brief introductory ‘propaganda’ video to the Cu Chi area. 9:30 am: Explore the tunnel site, which includes weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunitions etc.), a firing range and much more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters for years. 11:30 am: Enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese traditional lunch by the river. 12:30 am: Say goodbye to Cu Chi Tunnel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Saigon River
Cruising on Saigon River to see local life and nature life
Options
Private Tour
Include croissant and lunch
Pickup included
Morning Group Tour
Light Breakfast and Lunch
Pickup included
Late Morning Group Tour
Light Breakfast and Lunch
Reviews
1,839 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Saigon river and Cu Chi tunnel tour
Lisa F,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an amazing Saigon River tour with an excellent guide named Moon. She was warm, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience so much more meaningful. The boat ride along the river was relaxing, and visiting the Củ Chi Tunnels was absolutely fascinating. Moon explained the history in a way that was easy to understand and full of interesting details. Everything was well-organized, and we felt very well looked after. Highly recommend this tour — especially with Moon as your guide!
Book it!
Salena V,
Oct 7, 2025
- Viator
5.00Moon was wonderful. Kind, fun, funny and so knowledgable. Highly recommend. Nice relaxing boat ride to the tunnels with history, great views and yummy snacks. It’s also early enough that you beat the crowds. Ended with a nice lunch and nice ride back. If you are thinking about it just book :)!
If you’ve time in HCMC do this.
ChrissyBnL,
Sep 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00We had an incredible experience on the Cu Chi Tunnels VIP Speedboat Tour. The communication from the company was excellent from the start. Our guide, Tham, was fantastic—incredibly knowledgeable and a true pleasure to spend the day with. A huge bonus was that we were lucky enough to be the only people on our tour! The speedboat ride was not only fun but got us there well before the big coach crowds arrived. Having the tunnels so quiet and peaceful made the experience feel so much more special and immersive. A perfect, five-star experience from beginning to end. Highly recommend this tour to anyone wanting to avoid the crowds and travel in style - plus if you’re time poor… coach takes 3 hours, boat takes 70 mins
Excellent trip on river to Chip chi tunnels.
Neil W,
Sep 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great trip on the river with a knowledgeable and entertaining guide. Danny was respectful, fun and happy to help us understand the history and significance of the area. The 1 hour boat trip allowed us to arrive before many of the buses which was great. Highly recommended.
Mr. Chi gave us an...
Friend T,
Sep 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Mr. Chi gave us an informative, fun, and interesting tour. Learned a lot about what life was like during the war and about the area/people in general. Enjoyed getting to watch a propaganda film and shoot a rifle. The speedboat let us beat the crowds! Highly recommend.
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