Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels
- Learn about Vietnam War history
- See hidden trapdoors and bunkers
- Experience local village life
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Cu Chi Tunnels
- Bottled water
- Meals and drinks
Itinerary
For this 7-hour tour, you can choose your own starting time when checking out with pickup from central hotels or meet at a designated meeting point. We'll explore the non-touristy Ben Duoc Tunnel of Cu Chi Tunnels where fewer visitors coming, so you can have the most personalized experience exploring Cu Chi Tunnels. After 2-hour car ride, we arrive at the tunnels where you'll have the opportunity to explore the tunnel system, which includes narrow passageways, hidden entrances, and underground chambers. Learn about the daily life of the Cu Chi guerrilla fighters and how they managed to survive in the tunnels. You can crawl distances through the tunnels. You may see kitchens, living quarters, among other things used during the war. Learn about how different types traps were created and set up. Visit the weapon rooms and learn how the soldiers made them. You can also safely try your hand at the shooting range with the war guns. After exploration, we travel back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Meeting point
Start Location
Unknown location
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible due to uneven terrain.
- Children under 6 require a booster seat for the vehicle ride.
- The tour may not be suitable for individuals with claustrophobia.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry insect repellent to avoid bites during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- You must be above the age of 18 to participate in shooting experience.
- For standard option, pickup is not offered from Tan Dinh & Dakao Ward.
- After the morning tour, visit a nearby restaurant for restroom, feel free to enjoy a light lunch on your own.
Traveler reviews
Tuan was a great guide -...
Tuan was a great guide - very knowledgeable and commanding as a war veteran himself. Would highly recommend taking this tour to learn more about the Vietnam War
Just Fantastic
What a perfect organization. Everything was arranged to perfection. Our guide was fantastic. Spoke clear English and gave us good information about the war.
A tour with plenty of history, adventure and mosquitoes
The limo was spacious and private. Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a good history lesson. We were first taken to a shop selling lacquer based artwork and strongly encouraged to buy souvenirs to support the makers who were handicapped. The tunnels were fun but the steps were steep and the tunnels were very narrow - we basically had to walk crouching down which can be hard on the back and knees. It would have been better if they had warned us about the mosquitoes - otherwise I would have worn insect repellent and long sleeves/pants (since it’s a Dengue prone area). There were also a few small bats inside the tunnels which luckily didn’t scratch/bite us. We tried tapioca with peanuts and sugar topping to “eat like the Viet Cong”. Lunch was separate in a touristy restaurant that was satisfying and clean.
Cu Chi tunnels with Tuan, a veteran
Had a great time today visiting the Chu Chi tunnels. Had opportunity to be in the tunnels and learn about the history, as well as fire an AK47 rifle. Our trip was made more poignant by our guide Tuan who is a veteran from the war, he was informative and humorous. Coach was clean, comfortable and cool. Would definitely recommend this tour and our guide.
The best tour I've had, thanks to Big Dave.
We had Big Handsome David as our Guide and I have to say he was the best guide I've ever had. He was very funny but also very informative and helpful especially with his recommendations with places to eat and sites to see whilst in Saigon. We learnt so much from Big Dave about the history of Vietnam and its people and I am very grateful for that. I'd say this tour is easily a 5 star tour and I would reccomend it to anyone.