Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour with City Tour Option
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Quick Facts
- Start Point: HO Chi Minh City
- End Point: HO Chi Minh City
- Location: Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City
- Trek Distance: Approximately 1.5 km to explore the tunnel area
- Duration: 5-6 hours
- Best Time to Visit: November to March
Overview
- This is an ideal trip for travellers with limited time, combining history and culture in one day.
- This tour lets you explore the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels with a guided walkthrough.
- Learn about the Vietnam War and the guerrilla tactic
- Watch an informative documentary film
- Crawl through the narrow, safe tunnels and see the war relics
- Add a Ho Chi Minh City Tour covering the iconic landmarks
- Visit the Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum and Ben Thanh Market.
- Choose between morning or afternoon departures.
- Available in group, private, or small group formats.
- It is ideal for those who want a rounded Vietnamese experience in a single day.
This tour is a perfect combination for travellers who want to explore Vietnam’s history, along with experiencing modern-day city culture. The tour begins with a hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City, followed by a drive to the cu chi tunnels, an immense underground network used by Vietnamese soldiers during the war. With the knowledgeable guide, you get to explore the trapdoors, kitchens, and the nuclear bunkers area, which tell the stories of remarkable resilience.
After this, as you proceed with the city tour, your day includes visiting iconic landmarks such as Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum. You also get to stroll through the markets or stop for cultural workshops, such as making coconut candy. This combination tour is an efficient and enriching way to experience the best of southern Vietnam.
Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour with City Tour Option Highlights
- On this tour, you will experience the transition from rural wartime history to urban modern culture.
- Enjoy the scenic countryside views while on a road trip to Cu Chi District
- Learn about life in tunnels and how people survived wartime
- Discover the hidden air vents and camouflaged entrances used during the war
- Shop at local handicraft villages supporting war veterans
- Gain insight into French colonial architecture and Vietnam's post-war development during the city tour.
- Flexible schedule with the option to swap or skip sites as per your preference.
- Perfect for first-time visitors wanting both history and city orientation in one trip
- Offence is a mix of education, culture, and sightseeing, all under 9 hours.
Itinerary for Cu Chi Tunnels Half Day Tour with City Tour Option
- 8:00 AM- Hotel pickup from HO Chi Minh City
- 9:30- Arrive at Cu Chi Tunnels
- 9:45 AM- Watch the short documentary film on the Vietnam War
- 10:00- Guided tour of tunnels, hidden traps and wartime relics
- 11:30 AM- Enjoy the local refreshments and break
- Noon- Return drive to Ho Chi Minh City
- 1:30 PM- Optional city tour including Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum
- 3:30 PM- Visit Ben Thanh for shopping and sightseeing.
- 5:00 PM- Drop off at your hotel
What does the package include?
Inclusions
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City
- Air-conditioned transport for both the tunnels and the city tour
- Professional English-speaking guide for full-day assistance
- Entrance Fee to CU Chi Tunnels and city attractions
- Viewing of the war documentary film in the tunnels
- Guided exploration of tunnels and historical exhibits
- City Tour of Key Landmarks
- Bottled water
- Flexible itinerary with small groups or private tour options
Exclusions
- Lunch or Meals
- Personal expenses
- Optional shooting range fees at CU CHi
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Travel insurance or other non-listed items
FAQs About Anthargange Trek Package from Bangalore
How is the day planned—what comes first, Cu Chi Tunnels or the city tour?
The tour begins with pickup from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, followed by a visit to the Cu Chi tunnels in the morning. In the afternoon, you will embark on a Ho Chi Minh City tour.
How much time is spent at each location?
It takes approximately 2.5-3 hours to travel through the Cu Hci tunnels and 3-4 hours to explore the City, depending on traffic and personal interest.
Is lunch included in the combo tour?
Lunch is not typically included but is available as an optional add-on in packages.
Will there be a tour guide for both parts of the trip?
Yes, an English-speaking guide is available to walk you through the history of Vietnam at both the Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City.
Can I customise the city tour part?
Yes, the city tour can be customised according to your interests, and you can skip or swap specific landmarks.
Policies
- Upon booking, the traveller will receive a confirmation voucher via email, within 24 hours.
- In the special cases of slots not being available, feasible alternatives will be provided to the customer, in regards to the customer’s preference. In such cases, a new voucher would be sent via email, consisting of the new travel details.
- Any cancellation made 25 days before the date of departure, would levy 15% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
- Any cancellation made within 15-25 days before the date of departure, would levy a 25% of total tour cost as cancellation charges.
- Any cancellation made within 7-15 days before the date of departure, would levy 50% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
- Any cancellation made within 0-7 days before the date of departure, would levy 100% of the total tour cost as cancellation charges.
- Due to any restrictions such as sudden government policies or regulations, health hazards, medical emergencies, or unprecedented weather conditions, activities and tours may be nonoperational and be canceled. In cases such as these, operators will attempt to cater to the traveler as an alternate, which is feasible in nature. However, any refund would not be catered.
- Any refund applicable will be processed within 7 business days.
- Carry proper ID proofs for cross verifications to the forest permit.
- Avoid carrying any valuables, or jewelry.
- Avoid littering and carry your personal disposal bags.
- Do not wear uncomfortable clothes like a saree, jeans, etc.
- Consumption of alcohol and smoking is strictly prohibited on and during the trek.