Day Tour | Explore Cu Chi Tunnels - Ben Duoc with a Local Meal from Ho Chi Minh City

— GENERAL INFORMATION —

Tour Type: Day Tour.

Tour Style: History, culture, and local experience.

Destination: Cu Chi Tunnels - Ben Duoc.

Duration: Approximately 8-9 hours.

Departure Time: 08:30 - 09:00 AM (Depending on your hotel).

Pick-up / Drop-off Point: Free pick-up from District 1 (For pick-up from other areas, please contact us for assistance).

Suitble For: History enthusiasts / Families / Couples / Travelers interested in Vietnamese culture and wartime history.

 

– ABOUT THIS SERVICE –

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to the Ben Duoc section of the Cu Chi Tunnels and discover one of Vietnam's most remarkable historical sites.

Explore the underground tunnel system and learn about how it was constructed and used during wartime. Discover narrow passages, underground facilities, kitchens, and other structures that provide insight into the challenging conditions and resourcefulness of the people who lived and worked within the tunnels.

After exploring the historical site, enjoy a local Vietnamese meal before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. The experience combines historical discovery with a taste of local cuisine, offering a meaningful way to explore the countryside beyond the city.

 

– ITINERARY –

08:30 - 09:00 AM: We pick up guests at several hotels; your hotel might be the first, so please be ready by 08:30a.m.

 

09:00 - 11:00 AM: Amidst the vibrant bustle of Sai Gon’s streets, we set off towards the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, leaving behind the urban buzz for a journey through Viet Nam rich history and culture. We'll be taking a brief pit stop at a local lacquerware factory to freshen up and use the restroom.

 

11:00 - 12:00 PM: Upon arrival, You'll first visit the Cu Chi Liberation Area Reconstruction Zone, which covers 50 hectares and recreates events from the country struggle during the war, including the periods of intense conflict. This zone offers a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how the war affected the daily lives of the people who lived and fought in Củ Chi between 1961 and 1972.

 

12:00 - 12:15 PM: After that, we will spend around 1.5 - 2 hours at the tunnels area. Your visits will include, in no specific order.

 

12:15 - 12:30 PM: Watch a brief propaganda video about the Viet Nam War to gain a deeper understanding of the Vietnamese perspective.

 

12:30 - 01:00 PM: Explore various underground bunkers, including a kitchen, meeting room, and ammunition storage, and also visit weapon and booby trap exhibitions during your visit.

 

01:00 - 01:30 PM: Navigating the authentic VC tunnels, with optional choices of 20m, 60m, or 100m distances.

 

01:30 - 02:00 PM: Visit to a shooting range where you can have the option to try firing AK47s and M16s (Please note that the cost of bullets is not included).

 

02:00 - 02:15 PM: Experience the taste of local tea and tapioca, which sustained VC fighters during the war for years.

 

02:15 - 03:00 PM: Your delicious five-course lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Savor the flavors of authentic Vietnamese cuisine while taking in the ambiance and hospitality of the locals.

 

03:00 - 04:30 PM: After immersing ourselves in the rich history of Cu Chi Tunnels, we leave the site behind and journey back to Ho Chí Minh City.

 

04:30 - 05:00 PM: We'll drop you back to pick-up point or somewhere in city center as your request.

 

INCLUDED:

• Air-conditioned minivan transfer.
• Vietnamese English-speaking guide.
• All admission fees.
• Lunch.
• Drinking water (01 bottle of 500ml/Person).
• Boiled tapioca and local tea.
• Local taxes, fees and handling charges.
• Hotel pickup and drop-off (only in District 1).

 

EXCLUDED:

• Personal expenses.
• Tips and Gratuities.
• Drinks (beer, soft drinks…).