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Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Dinh Morning Tour Exploration from Saigon Small Group

By Asia Travel Links
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$98 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Exclusive small-group for a personalised tour
  • In-depth historical insights by expert guides
  • Interactive exploration of Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Hands-on shooting range experience optional
  • Complimentary local tea and tapioca tasting
Activity location
  • Ho Chi Minh city
    • Quận 1
    • Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Hotels in the Central of District 1, Ho Chi Minh city
    • Phường 1
    • Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam

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Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Dinh Morning Tour Exploration from Saigon Small Group
  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English
  • Food only
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 am
Price details
NZ$97.59 x 1 AdultNZ$97.59

Total
Price is NZ$97.59
Until Thu, 15 Jan

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Small-group guided exploration of Cu Chi Tunnels
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Knowledgeable guide sharing Vietnam War history
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off in District 1, Saigon
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Visit to local lacquerware factory for cultural insight
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Interactive tunnel network walkthrough
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Propaganda video viewing for historical context
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Option to navigate authentic VC tunnels
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shooting range experience (bullets additional cost)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Complimentary local tea and tapioca tasting
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Bullets for shooting range (available for purchase)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips and service charge for guide (optional but recommended)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Alcoholic and soft drinks during meals
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Travel insurance for personal belongings and health
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Meals not specified in the itinerary

Know before you book

  • Small Group Advantage: This tour maintains a low guest-to-guide ratio for a personalised experience, ensuring intimate exploration of the Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Physical Requirements: While the tour is accessible to most, navigating the tunnels requires moderate physical fitness and isn't recommended for those with claustrophobia
  • Pick-up Location: Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available exclusively for guests staying in Saigon’s District 1. Please verify your hotel's eligibility.
  • Tour Timing: The tour operates in the morning, with pick-up starting at 8:00 AM. Ensure your schedule allows for a half-day commitment.
  • Additional Costs: While the tour includes many inclusions, activities like the shooting range require an additional fee for bullets. (134 characters) Child Policy: A discounted rate is available for children aged 5-11, and children under 5 join free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • What to Wear: Comfort and mobility are key. Wear comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for walking and crawling through narrow spaces
  • Cultural Sensitivity: Visitors are encouraged to approach this experience with respect for the historical significance and sensitivity towards the local culture.

What you can expect

Dive into history with the “Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Dinh Morning Tour Exploration from Saigon Small Group”, a journey that brings the past alive. This exclusive tour promises a profound exploration of Vietnam's war-time tunnels, blending adventure with educational insights.

Your adventure begins at 8:00 AM, right from your hotel in Saigon's District 1, setting the stage for a day steeped in history. As we navigate the vibrant streets of Saigon towards Cu Chi, the anticipation builds. A brief stop at a local lacquerware factory not only offers insight into traditional crafts but also a moment to refresh.

By 10:15 AM, the Cu Chi Tunnels loom before us. Here, you'll spend around two hours delving into the heart of the tunnel network, where Vietnamese guerrilla tactics come to light. The underground bunkers, meeting rooms, and ammunition storage facilities illustrate the ingenuity of the Viet Cong.

The experience deepens with a propaganda video, providing context and a Vietnamese perspective on the war. For the brave, a crawl through the authentic VC tunnels offers a visceral glimpse into the past. Meanwhile, the shooting range awaits those eager to echo history (bullets at additional cost).

Savour local tea and tapioca around noon, a humble yet profound reminder of the sustenance that fuelled the Viet Cong. As we head back to Saigon, the journey offers time for reflection, culminating in a complimentary meal at a renowned Hu Tieu noodle shop, ensuring a taste of local cuisine before we part ways at 2:30 PM.

This tour is not just a trip; it's an immersion into the resilience and creativity of the Vietnamese spirit. Book now to secure your place in this intimate exploration of history, where every tunnel tells a storey.

Location

Activity location
  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    Ho Chi Minh city
    • Quận 1
    • Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Hotels in the Central of District 1, Ho Chi Minh city
    • Phường 1
    • Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam