Cu Chi Tunnels & Ho Chi Minh City VIP Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels
- Visit the War Remnants Museum
- See the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon
- Discover the Saigon Central Post Office
- Experience local Vietnamese cuisine
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation in a luxury limousine
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Authentic Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
7:30 am - We will start our day in Ho Chi Minh City as we embark on a journey to the renowned Cu Chi Tunnels. These tunnels have gained recognition as a heroic district due to their significant role in the resistance against the Vietnam War. Covering over 220km, this underground tunnel system holds legendary status and attracts numerous tourists, both local and international. En route to Cu Chi from Ho Chi Minh City, we will traverse the picturesque countryside, where you may even catch a glimpse of ducks and buffalo taking respite in the river. It is difficult to fathom the extent of destruction and devastation that once plagued this area, caused by relentless bombing and mines when Cu Chi served as an "open target zone."
Following our exploration of the tunnels, we will pause for a delightful lunch featuring local Vietnamese cuisine before returning to Ho Chi Minh City. Our itinerary in the city includes visits to notable landmarks such as the Reunification Palace, which served as the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until the war's conclusion in April 1975. Additionally, we will explore the Notre Dame Cathedral, the General Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum. The tour will conclude at 17:00, marking the end of our exciting day of exploration and discovery.
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private tour; the price is per group, not per person.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; please provide your hotel details at the time of booking.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and exploring tunnels.
- Bring a camera to capture the historic sites and landmarks.
- Ensure you have a power bank or extra battery for your devices, as the tour may last several hours.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Traveler reviews
Perfect first day in Ho Chi Min
We had a great day with Max, he was extremely knowledgable, excellent local knowledge, really good chat all day. Great lunch as well. The tour was the perfect length. I would book with Max again and again.
Great experience!
Excellent tour! I can really wholeheartedly recommend this tour to anyone who is new to Vietnam and Ho Chi Minh City. We learned a lot and enjoyed every minute of this tour. Our tour guide, Bunny, was fantastic! Her knowledge is amazing and she can explain the topics very well. And she has so many stories to share.
Hannah and Vin were amazing
The perfect half day visit with Hannah being the perfect host and Vin driving us in style. Exceeded expectations and Hannah's insightful knowledge was amazing to listen to
Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City private tour
We spent the day with our guide Jen exploring the Cu Chi Tunnels and Ho Chi Minh City on 6 August 2025. We booked a private tour and really enjoyed the personalised experience, especially around the busy tunnel area (and it wasn’t even the busy tourist season!). Jen was extremely knowledgeable and taught us so much about the history of the Vietnam war. We highly recommend this option for those that don’t want to be stuck in a big group. Everything was smooth and easy, from booking to confirmation and general communication. We were picked up from our hotel in the morning - the car was spotless and comfortable and the driver one of the best we’ve had on this trip. Jen explained the itinerary for the day and we had a rest stop at the Lamphat Company Handicapped Handicrafts workshop - another eye opening experience and we brought some beautiful lacquer art. We explored the tunnels and the exhibits - my advice is to bring a fan because it’s really hot and humid in the rainy season - but well worth it to learn about this historic location. Water was provided for us as well. We returned to the city for lunch and then visited some other sites, including the Saigon Post Office, War Remnants Museum, the Independence Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral. Overall a great tour and fantastic experience that we highly recommend. Thank you Jen!
A wonderful family day trip.
Had a wonderful trip to Cu Chi Tunnel and around HCM city centre. Our guide Hannah is very knowledgeable about Vietnam history and ensures we all have a safe and comfortable trip. She helped us explore local gems that we would never find ourselves. Overall, thumbs 👍 up!