CU CHI TUNNELS AND HO CHI MINH CITY FULL-DAY TOUR

MORNING: HO CHI MINH CITY TOUR

The trip begins at our travel office with a visit to the Reunification Palace, the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until the end of the war in April 1975. Next, we will explore several impressive French colonial landmarks, including the Old Central Post Office and the War Remnants Museum. Afterward, we will visit the iconic City Hall.

AFTERNOON: CU CHI TUNNELS

Located 60km from HCMC, Cu Chi is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese & foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens.

Today, ducks and water buffalos happily co-exist in the rivers along the side of the road. However, the peaceful rural rice paddy scenery belies the area’s violent history. Visitors will find it hard to imagine the destruction, damage & defoliation over this whole area, caused by bombing and mines. Ample evidence remains of the intense battles that raged here during the 1960s, when Cu Chi was designated a "Free Target Zone."

Start our tour in the morning, before entering the tunnels visitors can watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed. You will spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla’s food during the war) then Return to HCMC.

***Please note that the order of Cu Chi and the city tour may be adjusted depending on the weather and number of guests, but we guarantee a complete and enjoyable experience.

INCLUDED:

Bus/van transfer

English speaking guide

01 mineral water/pax

Entrance fee

Water bus ticket

Lunch

EXCLUDED:

Personal expenses

Travel insurance

Tips (not mandatory)