Cu Chi Tunnels Day Trip from Phu My Port

Immerse yourself in Vietnam’s rich culture and historical heritage through this thoughtfully curated tour. Discover how Viet Cong soldiers operated within an extensive network of underground tunnels—and even experience a section firsthand. Gain a deeper and more nuanced understanding of the Vietnam War with a visit to the War Remnants Museum. This journey is an essential experience for travelers seeking meaningful insight into Vietnam’s past and its enduring cultural identity.”


Once you arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels, you’ll have the opportunity to explore this fascinating network of underground passageways that were built and used by the Viet Cong Soldiers during various conflicts. Our knowledgeable guide will lead you through the tunnels, explaining the various communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches, and living quarters that were constructed here. One of the highlights of the tour is the chance to crawl through a section of the tunnels yourself, giving you a firsthand experience of what it was like for the soldiers who lived and fought here. After exploring the tunnels, you’ll enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch, featuring local specialties like lemongrass chicken and caramelized clay pot pork.

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If your cruise docks at Phu My Port and you’re looking for a powerful, educational day trip, the Cu Chi Tunnels are one of the most meaningful experiences you can do in southern Vietnam. This tour takes you beyond city sights and into the underground world that played a vital role during the Vietnam War.

The Cu Chi Tunnels are an extraordinary underground network stretching more than 250 kilometers, built and used during the Vietnam War as living quarters, hospitals, command centers, and supply routes. As you explore, you’ll learn how people survived underground for years, see hidden entrances and cleverly designed bunkers, and understand the resilience and ingenuity behind this system. Visitors can also choose to crawl through a short, widened section of tunnel; today, these areas are reinforced and include regular emergency exits to ensure safety and comfort.

Depending on timing, the journey can be complemented with a brief stop in Ho Chi Minh City for lunch or a cultural highlight, adding context to the historical visit before returning to the port. This balance of history, local perspective, and smooth logistics makes the Cu Chi Tunnels an ideal day trip for travelers seeking depth rather than rushed sightseeing.

At Saigon Taste Tours, we believe great tours are about stories and people, not just places. Our Cu Chi Tunnels day trip from Phu My Port is private, respectful, and tailored to your ship’s schedule—so you can experience Vietnam’s history in a meaningful way and return on time, with memories that last far beyond the cruise.