Private Tour to Explore Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta
Overview
One-day Tour to Explore Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta is tailor-made for those who just have a short time in Ho Chi Minh City yet would like to gain insights into the history and culture of both this city and its surrounding area. Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta will be the trip’s main destinations that enable them to find out new things about
Inclusions
- Private A/C car or van sightseeing as per program.
- Pick up and transfer for the centrally located hotel in Dist 1, Ho Chi Minh City
- English Speaking Tour Guide, entrance fee, boat trip, fruit, honey tea
- Lunch at local restaurant with Vietnamese cuisine
- Entry/Admission - Vinh Trang Temple
- Entry/Admission - Cu Chi Tunnels
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Cu Chi Tunnels, Phu Hiep TL15 Phu Hiep, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Pick up at your hotels and depart for Cu Chi. It may be an approximately 1.5-hour drive from the heart of downtown.
On arrival, through a short video, you are given an introduction of how Cu Chi Tunnels was made and Vietnamese people suffered the hardships during the period of war.
Be taken to discover the remaining area and a part of the tunnel network which embraces special living areas – kitchens and bedrooms side by side, and martial facilities – weapon factories, storage, command centers, and field hospitals. Additionally, gain a chance to know about dangerous traps and hidden trap doors inside the maze-like tunnels for the guerrillas’ security purpose during the war time. Interestingly, taste special tea and cassava which was once the everyday food of the former Vietnamese guerrillas.
Relax before heading towards the Mekong Delta.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Vinh Trang Temple, Nguyen Trung Truc, My Tho Vietnam
Stop for lunch en route. Upon arriving in My Tho Province, go on a sightseeing trip to see the stunning architecture and the solemn space of Vinh Trang Pagoda. Later, take a leisurely cruise along Tien River while witnessing the rural scenery, such as traditional stilt houses, fishing ports, boat- building workshops, and outstanding islands – Unicorn, Dragon, Tortoise, and Phoenix.
Pay a visit to a coconut candy mill – a family business and then be rowed along small canals by wooden sampans under the shadow of water coconut trees to soak up the pleasant atmosphere of the river region. Savor seasonal fruits, take a sip of honey tea, and get a sense of “Southern Vietnamese folk music”, performed by the locals.
Come back to Ho Chi Minh City. End the trip.
Duration: 4 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Cu Chi Tunnels, Phu Hiep TL15 Phu Hiep, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Pick up at your hotels and depart for Cu Chi. It may be an approximately 1.5-hour drive from the heart of downtown.
On arrival, through a short video, you are given an introduction of how Cu Chi Tunnels was made and Vietnamese people suffered the hardships during the period of war.
Be taken to discover the remaining area and a part of the tunnel network which embraces special living areas – kitchens and bedrooms side by side, and martial facilities – weapon factories, storage, command centers, and field hospitals. Additionally, gain a chance to know about dangerous traps and hidden trap doors inside the maze-like tunnels for the guerrillas’ security purpose during the war time. Interestingly, taste special tea and cassava which was once the everyday food of the former Vietnamese guerrillas.
Relax before heading towards the Mekong Delta.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Vinh Trang Temple, Nguyen Trung Truc, My Tho Vietnam
Stop for lunch en route. Upon arriving in My Tho Province, go on a sightseeing trip to see the stunning architecture and the solemn space of Vinh Trang Pagoda. Later, take a leisurely cruise along Tien River while witnessing the rural scenery, such as traditional stilt houses, fishing ports, boat- building workshops, and outstanding islands – Unicorn, Dragon, Tortoise, and Phoenix.
Pay a visit to a coconut candy mill – a family business and then be rowed along small canals by wooden sampans under the shadow of water coconut trees to soak up the pleasant atmosphere of the river region. Savor seasonal fruits, take a sip of honey tea, and get a sense of “Southern Vietnamese folk music”, performed by the locals.
Come back to Ho Chi Minh City. End the trip.
Duration: 4 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- The tour is not available for the handicapped or customers with heart problems
- Please note that the return time is subject to traffic conditions, for which the tour operator is not responsible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
casabas
April 2023
The trip were totally amazing and fun. Tour Cathy was kind, friendly and knowledgeable. My husband and I totally enjoyed ourselves.
The trip were totally amazing and fun. Tour Cathy was kind, friendly and knowledgeable. My husband and I totally enjoyed ourselves.soumyad811
April 2023
Our tour guide Quang was very good and knowledgeable. He explained everything very clearly and made the tour very interesting. We were so proud to know the history that how the Vietnamese people threw the US away. Long live the revolution. Long live Vietnam.
Our tour guide Quang was very good and knowledgeable. He explained everything very clearly and made the tour very interesting. We were so proud to know the history that how the Vietnamese people threw the US away. Long live the revolution. Long live Vietnam.hids2023
April 2023
Suburb area trip from HCMC includes two most typical sightseeing places was very efficient and fun. Tour guide Tom’s explanation about tour also made us satisfied.
Suburb area trip from HCMC includes two most typical sightseeing places was very efficient and fun. Tour guide Tom’s explanation about tour also made us satisfied.ZiH46
April 2023
Tom was a really nice and entertaining tour guide with good knowledge about the area. Made many jokes along the way as well to entertain us
Tom was a really nice and entertaining tour guide with good knowledge about the area. Made many jokes along the way as well to entertain us346jelenal
April 2023
Our guide Peter is amazing! It seems that he really love his job and also nailed it. He gave us fun and clear introduction of everyplace. Highly recommended!
Our guide Peter is amazing! It seems that he really love his job and also nailed it. He gave us fun and clear introduction of everyplace. Highly recommended!shiyanw2023
April 2023
Came with friends and it was an interesting experience. Would recommend Quang, our tour guide. Super friendly and funny jokes.
Came with friends and it was an interesting experience. Would recommend Quang, our tour guide. Super friendly and funny jokes.