Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels
- Cruise the serene Mekong Delta waterways
- Visit traditional riverside villages
- Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese lunch
- Experience local culture and traditions
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City
- Guided tours of Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta
- Traditional Vietnamese lunch
- Personal expenses and gratuities
Itinerary
We’ll pick you up at your Ho Chi Minh City hotel in the early morning, and you’ll travel with your English-speaking guide to the Cu Chi tunnels. The drive is around 60 km. At Cu Chi, you’ll be shown a documentary film about the tunnels and learn how the locals made bamboo traps, rice paper, and rice wine. You’ll then have the opportunity to explore the web of underground tunnels dug by Vietnamese resistance fighters.
After exploring the tunnels, we’ll drive to My Tho. This is one of the provinces that comprise the Mekong Delta area. We’ll cruise by boat along the upper Mekong through a region with islands named after 4 animals that appear in Buddhist writings – Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Turtle. On this part of the tour, you’ll observe some of the activities of regional Vietnamese daily life and appreciate how life here depends on the River. We’ll then take you on a trip by rowboat along the small waterways. You’ll see the agricultural richness of the delta region in its fruit orchards, coconut groves, and bee-keeping farms. We’ll stop so you can enjoy honey tea, seasonal fruit, fresh coconut candy, and southern Vietnamese folk music. At the end of our tour, we’ll drive back to Ho Chi Minh City and drop you off at your hotel at around 18:00.
Important information
Know before you book
- The tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language for a full experience.
- Confirm the pickup location and time upon booking to avoid any confusion.
- Be prepared for a full-day excursion; plan accordingly for meals and personal needs.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and boat rides.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for sun protection.
- Carry a camera to capture the scenic landscapes and cultural experiences.
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
Cu chi, Meking and more
Great tour, good value for money from the tunnels, to lunch and more. Very worth it. Thanks to Toan and our driver. A bust day but awesome.
Great tour
It was a great tour. In such a limited time, we did a lot. Toan is a very friendly and helpful guide. He explained everything we needed to know about the places we went to. Definitely recommended
Great tour.
Toon really took care of us. The kids love the tour, we thought it was going to be boring. We enjoy every single activity and every stop. Thank you.
Cu chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta a “Must Do” when you’re in Saigon - Book with Indochina Heritage Travel
We had an amazing experience on the Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta River tour! It was the perfect mix of history, culture, and beautiful scenery. A huge thank you to our tour guide, Mr Toan, who made the entire trip so enjoyable. He was incredibly informative and knowledgeable, sharing so many interesting facts and stories. What made the experience even better was his great sense of humour—it kept everyone entertained and made the long journey fly by. Thank you so much, Toan, for your kindness, professionalism, and for making our trip to Vietnam such a memorable one. We highly recommend this tour, especially if you’re lucky enough to have Mr. Toan as your guide!
Unforgettable guided tour🙏🏻
An unforgettable experience and a story about how terrible a war it was. The Mekong Delta was also a great experience from candy making, taste of snake wine and a delicious lunch and fruit. Our guide TOAN was super and was good at communicating. Sending our best recommendations⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️