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HCM City: 1-Day Cu Chi Signature Tunnels & Liberated Village

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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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On average, this is booked 33 (0) days in advance.

8 to 9 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

We are the only company in Ho-Chi-Minh city to offer a small-group tour to Ben-Duoc tunnels, a non-touristy route for those who want to get insight of the Vietnam War. Bến Dược tunnels is about 20km farther away than popular-Bến-Đình area and attracts fewer foreign tourists. There is also a massive temple in memory of Vietnamese killed at Củ Chi, it is, at present, the largest war memorial in Việt Nam. If you are looking for an authentic experience to a less touristy site in a small budget, this package is a perfect choice for you.

What's Included

  • Lunch Vietnamese Set Menu Lunch
  • Snacks Boiled Tapioca and tea
  • Bottled water 01 bottle of 500ml/Person
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
  • Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)
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* We'll reach out to you one day before re-confirm the pick-up time & address. Alternatively, you can quickly check your pick-up time through our hotline or via email. * If you book [ Small-group Tour Option ]: please be ready and hang in the lobby from the scheduled departure time. Our pick-up process typically concludes within 30 minutes from this time.

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60 Tôn Thất Đạm
Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

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Hotel pickup at 8:00am and leave Ho Chi Minh city, we drive about 1,5 hours through pleasant countryside to Cu Chi District.Amidst the vibrant bustle of Sài Gòn’s streets, we set off towards the historic Củ Chi Tunnels, leaving behind the urban buzz for a journey through Việt Nam’s rich history and culture. We’ll be taking a brief pit stop at a local lacquerware factory to freshen up and use the restroom.
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Khu Tái hiện Chiến tranh - War Life Simulation Zone

Upon arrival, You’ll first visit the Củ Chi Liberation Area Reconstruction Zone, which covers 50 hectares and recreates events from the country’s 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.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Cu Chi Tunnels

After that, we will spend around 1.5 – 2 hours in the tunnel area. Your visits will include, in no specific order:Watch a brief propaganda video about the Việt Nam War to gain a deeper understanding of the Vietnamese perspective.We’ll explore various underground bunkers, including a kitchen, meeting room, and ammunition storage, and also visit weapon and booby trap exhibitions during your visit.Navigating the authentic VC tunnels, with optional choices of 20m, 60m, or 100m distances.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).Experience the taste of local tea and tapioca, which sustained VC fighters during the war for years.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

Ben Duoc Memorial Temple

This massive temple in memory of Vietnamese killed at Củ Chi, it is, at present, the largest war memorial in Việt Nam.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.After immersing ourselves in the rich history of Củ Chi Tunnels, we leave the site behind and journey back to Hồ Chí Minh City.We’ll drop you back to pick-up point or somewhere in city center as your request.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 90 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the HCM City: 1-Day Cu Chi Signature Tunnels & Liberated Village?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+07). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • LunchVietnamese Set Menu Lunch
  • SnacksBoiled Tapioca and tea
  • Bottled water01 bottle of 500ml/Person
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Vietnamese English-speaking guide
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
  • Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)
  • Travel insurance
  • Shooting fee (bullets)

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 90 travelers

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