From Ho Chi Minh City: Cu Chi Tunnels Private Half-Day Trip Cu Chi Tunnels Private Half-Day Trip
ID: GYG120530-176189
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
A trip to Cu Chi Tunnels allows you to uncover a part of the 200-kilometer tunnel network which was once referred to as an incredible underground village as well as an unbreakable base of the Vietnamese guerillas during the Vietnam War.
After being picked up at your hotel, depart for Cu Chi tunnels, a 1.5 hour drive away. Start the tour with an overview introduction of Cu Chi and its legendary history by your tour guide. A documentary film about the tunnels will explain more about the tunnels' history and how heavy the fighting was in the area during the war.
You will be guided to the tunnel system including the weapon factory, hospitals, kitchens and even get an opportunity to crawl under the tunnels. Learn about traps and how trap doors worked.
After that you can try delicious manioc which was the main food for guerilla-warriors in Cu Chi during the war. There's even an opportunity to try to fire off an AK47 or MK16 or machine guns at the nearby shooting range. After this, leave Cu Chi tunnels and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
Highlights
- Learn about the history of the area during the war
- Explore the tunnel network with its living areas, weapon factories and command centers
- Taste special tea and cassava and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Unfortunately this private tour is not available for disabled people or anyone with heart problems
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
