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Ho Chi Minh City
Cu Chi Tunnels Tour: Explore Vietnam's History
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Overview
See the Cu Chi Tunnels on a half-day tour. You'll learn how people lived underground during wartime. The Cu Chi Tunnels Luxury Tour, located near Ho Chi Minh City, offers a look into Vietnam's past. This tour is perfect for people who want to learn about history.
Visitors will get to explore the Cu Chi complex. This includes a network of tunnels and traps. People can even try shooting an AK-47 at a shooting range. This tour includes an English-speaking guide, transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, and hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1. Lunch is included with the VIP option, along with tapioca, hot tea, and bottled water.
The tour does not include bullets for the shooting range or optional tips for the guide. With excellent reviews on Viator, this tour promises a high-quality experience. It’s a memorable way to discover a key part of Vietnam's history. The Cu Chi Tunnels show how people survived during war. 
Highlights
Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels: See the tunnels where people lived during the war.
Learn About History: An English-speaking guide will tell you about the war.
Hotel Pickup Included: Get picked up and dropped off at your hotel in District 1.
Try Shooting an AK-47: Shoot a real war weapon at the shooting range.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers loved learning about the history from the tour guides.
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Many visitors thought the tunnels were very interesting.
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People really liked having transportation and being picked up from their hotel.
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Customers said it was a fun experience.
Some people did not like the shooting range.
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Some visitors felt it was a tourist trap.
The Journey
Cu Chi Tunnels
Delve into the extraordinary Cu Chi Tunnels, a complex network of underground passages that served as a strategic base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Crawl through the narrow tunnels, explore hidden entrances, and discover underground chambers that housed kitchens, living quarters, and weapon rooms. Learn about the ingenious traps created by the soldiers and gain insight into their daily lives and resilience. For a unique experience, try your hand at the shooting range with an AK-47. This immersive journey offers a profound understanding of the Vietnam War and the unwavering spirit of the Vietnamese people.
Ho Chi Minh City
Experience the vibrant energy of Ho Chi Minh City, the bustling metropolis formerly known as Saigon. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture as you witness a seamless blend of traditional Vietnamese heritage and modern development. This city is a dynamic hub of culture, cuisine, and commerce, making it a memorable start and end to your unforgettable exploration of Southern Vietnam.
Know Before You Go
This tour includes an English-speaking guide and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. Lunch is provided if you select the VIP option. You will also get tapioca, hot tea, and bottled water. The tour includes pickup and drop-off from hotels in District 1. Entrance tickets are also included. Not included are bullets for the shooting range, and tips are recommended.
Hot Tip
Wear comfortable shoes because you will be walking and climbing through tunnels. Bring extra water to stay hydrated. It can get hot and humid. Also, be respectful when learning about the history.
Review Summary
Customers generally say the Cu Chi Tunnels Luxury Tour is well-organized, informative, and offers excellent value with knowledgeable guides and convenient hotel pickup. Many appreciate the opportunity to crawl through the tunnels and try shooting at the range, but some note the experience can be crowded and physically demanding, especially for those with mobility issues.
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Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Small Group Tour
5.0
(2809 reviews)
Duration: 720
minutes
Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta on a 1-day small group tour from Ho Chi Minh City. This tour explores Vietnam's history and natural beauty. Experience two iconic destinations in one trip.
The Cu Chi Tunnels show how soldiers lived and fought during the war. Crawl through the tunnels and learn about their tough life. The Mekong Delta offers a peaceful contrast. Take a boat trip on the Mekong River, enjoy fresh air, and see the southern Delta region's beauty. Enjoy local folk music and taste tropical fruits.
This tour includes an English-speaking guide, transportation, lunch, and boat trips. It excludes travel insurance, tips, and personal expenses. The tour visits the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta (My Tho). Maximum group size is 12 people. Guests will be picked up and dropped off at centrally located hotels in District 1, HCMC. This provides a personal and immersive experience.
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Cu Chi Tunnels Tour: Uncover Vietnam War History
5.0
(2242 reviews)
Duration: 420
minutes
The Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour offers a look into Vietnam's war history. With expert guides, visitors will hear stories of strength and survival. They'll get to explore the tunnels and taste food that people ate during the war, like tea and cassava. Round-trip rides from Ho Chi Minh City make the trip easy.
Visitors can expect to go underground and see how people lived and fought during the war. The Cu Chi Tunnels are a network of tunnels that were very important during the Vietnam War. People used them as hiding places, living areas, and supply routes. Exploring the tunnels gives you a sense of what life was like during that time. This tour takes people to the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Cu Chi Tunnels Underground Experience, two key places where history comes to life.
This tour includes pick-up and drop-off at hotels in District 1, an English-speaking guide, a comfy van with A/C, and bottled water. It doesn't include travel insurance, extra food or drinks, tips, or personal costs like phone calls. This experience shows how tough people can be and gives you a better understanding of Vietnam's past.
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Saigon: Student-Led Motorbike Tour | Hidden Gems & Fun!
5.0
(1679 reviews)
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What to expect on the tour is a mix of famous places and hidden gems. You'll see the Saigon Cathedral, the Central Post Office, and the Opera House. Plus, you will visit local markets, a really old apartment building, and a colorful flower market. You even get a cold drink and a snack!
This tour includes a knowledgeable guide, safe drivers, helmets, snacks, and free pick up and drop off from hotels in District 1 and District 3. It does not include lunch or tips. Get ready for an adventure!
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Cu Chi Tunnels Tour: Crawl, Explore & Tapioca Taste!
4.9
(7059 reviews)
Duration: 420
minutes
The Cu Chi Tunnels Small Group Tour offers a captivating journey into Vietnam's wartime history, right outside Ho Chi Minh City. This tour lets visitors explore the incredible Cu Chi Tunnels, a vast underground network used during the Vietnam War. See how Vietnamese soldiers and villagers lived and fought in these tunnels. Visitors can watch a special documentary only shown at this location, experience the thrill of crawling through the narrow passages, and visit underground bunkers that served as meeting rooms, hospitals, and ammunition storage.
During the tour, travelers will get to see collections of guns and traps used during the war, and witness the enormous size of bomb craters. They'll also visit the Hoang Cam smokeless kitchen, which demonstrates how the Viet Cong hid smoke to avoid detection. A stop at the Cu Chi Tunnels 3D Movie Theater provides additional context, while exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels Underground System and navigating the Cu Chi Tunnels Maze offers a hands-on experience. Adventurers can discover Hidden Tunnel Entrances and learn at the Cu Chi Tunnels Documentary Site. For a taste of wartime sustenance, everyone can try tapioca, the food eaten by the Viet Cong during the war. There's even a Cu Chi Tunnels Shooting Range for those seeking an adrenaline rush, and a Cassava Tasting at Cu Chi Tunnels for a simple treat.
This tour includes a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, comfortable air-conditioned minivan transport, travel insurance, and convenient pickup from hotels in Districts 1, 3, and 4, with drop-off in District 1. Refreshments like wheat cake, wet tissues, bottled water, Vietnamese hot tea, and tapioca are also provided, ensuring a comfortable and informative experience. Note that the tour price excludes any items not specifically listed as included. The tour ensures a comprehensive exploration of the Cu Chi Tunnels, providing a deeper understanding of Vietnam's past.
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5.0
(1957 reviews)
Discover the Cai Be Mekong Delta on a tour that explores the region's rich culture and heritage. While traditional floating markets are becoming less common, this tour is designed to share authentic cultural experiences.
Visitors will get to experience local traditions through folk music shows and visits to old homes. They can also try making real Vietnamese food themselves. The tour offers a mix of relaxing moments and exciting adventures in the Mekong Delta's beautiful scenery. Enjoy calm canal rides and bike rides through the countryside.
This tour includes a boat trip and entrance fees in the Mekong Delta, an English-speaking guide, an air-conditioned van for travel, and pick-up and drop-off at centrally located hotels in District 1 of Ho Chi Minh City. Lunch at a local restaurant with Vietnamese food is also included. This tour does not include pick-up or drop-off at hotels that are not centrally located, travel insurance, taxes, tips, personal expenses, or other services not listed.
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Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Small Group Tour
4.9
(3035 reviews)
Duration: 660
minutes
Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta on a small-group tour from Ho Chi Minh City. These are two must-see places when visiting Vietnam!
See how people lived and fought during the war at the Củ Chi Tunnels. These tunnels stretch over 155 miles! My Tho is a beautiful city in the Mekong Delta. Here, visitors can experience the local culture and see how people live by the river. They can ride in boats, try tasty fruits, and listen to traditional music.
This full-day tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off in Districts 1, 3, and 4. Enjoy a yummy Vietnamese lunch with vegan options. All entrance fees are covered. Taste tropical fruits and ride in a tuk-tuk or electric car through a village. Take a motorboat and a rowing boat ride. Enjoy traditional music. You also get tapioca, Vietnamese hot tea, honey tea, coconut candy, wheat cake, and water. An English-speaking guide will be with the group.
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