From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels Small Group
ID: GYG564795-966714
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Exploring underground village of Cu Chi Tunnels
Away from 70 kilometers northwest of the city center, Cu Chi Tunnels is the favorite destination of many travelers, especially those who love to explore the history of Vietnam. The tunnel system is nearly 200 kilometers long. This is a very elaborate, logical and scientific design, located in Cu Chi District, Ho Chi Minh City. The whole vestige includes two main tunnels Ben Duoc and Ben Dinh.
Cu Chi Tunnels were formed in 1940s, in the struggle for Independence of Vietnamese people. It took over 20 years to create such a massive system with the Cu Chi locals’ great effort. At first, the tunnels were individually formed. It was not until the climax of the war, those tunnels were linked together to create a continuous and great tunnels. This is not only a safe haven but also a place for living, health caring, weapons manufacturing of VC soldiers and Cu Chi locals as well. Besides, there are many assorted spike traps inside and even outside the tunnels area while it was a real jungle in the past. You should visit Cu Chi Tunnels once in your life to understand more about the strong will, tenacity, intelligence, creation, and the pride of inhabitants over there and see clearly a symbol of Vietnamese revolutionary heroism.
Highlights
- Discover the incredibly secret network of Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Crawl through the very narrow tunnels which are totally made by hand
- Crawl through the narrow tunnels which are totally made by hand.
- Taste the local foods which Vietnam soldiers ate during the war time
- Watch a short documentary film about Cu Chi Tunnels during the war
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
