Private VIP Cu Chi Tunnels Tour by Car, No Crowds
- 6.5 hours
- 35/Adult
- Serve from 1 adult
Tour Overview
Step back in time and uncover one of Vietnam’s most remarkable wartime stories. The Cu Chi Tunnels played a vital role during the Vietnam War, forming an underground city used by Vietnamese soldiers to hide, live, and fight.
On this immersive tour, you’ll explore the famous tunnel network and learn how it withstood intense bombings from the US military. It’s not just a tour—it’s a powerful, eye-opening journey through Vietnam’s history, resilience, and ingenuity.
Highlights
- ✅ Explore the Underground Maze
- ✅ Crawl Through Narrow Tunnels
- ✅ Wartime Food Tasting
- ✅ Watch a Historic Documentary
- ✅ Optional Rifle Shooting Experience
Itinerary
⏰ Start Time & Meeting Point
- Meet your guide at the lobby of your hotel in District 1, 3, or 4
- Hop in the car and enjoy a scenic 2-hour drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels.
1. Introduction & War Documentary
- Watch a short film that introduces the Vietnam War and the significance of the Cu Chi Tunnels.
- Your guide will then explain the tunnel system layout—from kitchens and command centers to hidden hospitals and storage rooms.
2. Trapdoors & Tunnel Crawling
- See real booby traps and cleverly camouflaged trapdoors.
- Then, experience what it’s like to crawl through the narrow tunnels, including reconstructed chambers from wartime.
3. Weapons & Survival Tools
- Learn how the Viet Cong made homemade weapons, traps, and sandals from tires.
- Discover the creative and resourceful survival techniques used during the war.
4. Soldier Snack Break
- Enjoy a traditional wartime snack of boiled tapioca and hot tea—just like the guerrilla fighters did.
5. Optional Shooting Range (Extra Fee)
- If you’re interested, wrap up the tour with a visit to the shooting range, where you can try firing an AK47 or M16 rifle in a safe, supervised environment.
✅ What’s Included
🥤 Food & Drinks
- Bottled water
- Hot tea
- Light snack: boiled tapioca with tea, just like the wartime soldiers
- Entrance ticket to Cu Chi Tunnels (125,000 VND / $5 USD)
🚗 Transportation
- Travel in an air-conditioned Car or Van
- Free hotel pick-up and drop-off in Districts 1, 3, and 4
- Guests from other districts can:
- Meet at the Saigon Opera House, or
- Add $7 USD for direct hotel pick-up & drop-off
🧰 Equipment & Extras
- Rain poncho (in case of rain)
- All parking and fuel costs
- Accident insurance
👨🏫 Local Guide
- Friendly and knowledgeable English-speaking guide
- Helps with photos and gives cultural & historical context throughout the tour
Note:
- Ben Duoc is a 7.5-hour tour — longer, more authentic, and much less touristy.
- Ben Dinh is a 6.5-hour tour — ideal for guests with a shorter schedule. Please let me know which option you choose after booking.
💰 Private Group Pricing Table
| Group Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 1–4 guests | $140 USD total (flat rate) |
| 5–10 guests | $140 USD + $29 USD per guest |
| 11+ guests | $140 USD + $25 USD per guest |
💡 Example: For a group of 6 guests → $132 + (2 × $29) = $190 USD total
💰 Group Pricing
You can join a group tour of 10 people on the bus. The group tour price is 29$ USD per guest
Where we’ll meet
Saigon Opera House
07 Công trường Lam Sơn Quận 1, Hồ Chí Minh 700000
We can pick you up at your hotel in districts 1, 3, or 4.
🙋♂️ Frequently Asked Questions – Cu Chi Tunnels Tour
🕘 1. What time does the tour start?
We typically start in the morning, with hotel pickup around 7:30 AM – 8:00 AM depending on your location. Exact timing will be confirmed after booking.
📍 2. Where do we meet?
We offer free pick-up and drop-off at hotels in Districts 1, 3, and 4.
If you’re staying in other districts, we’ll meet at the Saigon Opera House, or we can provide hotel pickup for a small $7 USD extra fee.
⏱️ 3. How long is the tour?
The full experience lasts approximately 6 hours, including travel time (around 2 hours each way by car) and time spent at the Cu Chi site.
🌧️ 4. What happens if it rains?
The tour runs rain or shine! We’ll provide rain ponchos, and most of the activities can still be enjoyed in light rain. In case of severe weather, we’ll contact you for options.
💰 5. What’s included in the price?
✅ Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned car
✅ Entrance ticket to Cu Chi Tunnels
✅ Hot tea and tapioca snack (as eaten by soldiers during the war)
✅ English-speaking local guide
✅ Bottled water
✅ Accident insurance
✅ Rain poncho (if needed)
🎥 6. What will we do at the tunnels?
You will:
- Watch a short documentary about the Vietnam War
- See the underground system: trapdoors, bunkers, kitchens, hospitals, weapon rooms
- Crawl through original and reconstructed tunnels
- Learn about homemade weapons and traps
- Taste tapioca & tea, just like the soldiers did
- Visit the optional shooting range (extra cost)
💥 7. Can I try shooting guns?
Yes – at the on-site shooting range, you can fire AK47, M16, or other rifles.
🎯 Note: This is optional and paid separately (~$1–$2 USD per bullet).
👟 8. What should I wear?
We recommend wearing:
- Comfortable clothes
- Walking shoes or sneakers
- Bug spray and sunscreen (if you’re sensitive)
👨👩👧👦 9. Can children join the tour?
Yes, kids are welcome! However, due to the narrow tunnels, children under 6 or those who feel claustrophobic may not want to crawl through.
💳 10. What payment methods do you accept?
You can:
- Pay in cash after the tour
- Or pay in advance by PayPal or credit card
📲 11. Where can I book the tour?
You can book through:
- Airbnb
- Viator
- GetYourGuide
👉 But for the best price (10% off), we recommend booking directly with us.
✨If you don’t receive a response, please contact me directly via my WhatsApp number or send me an Email📱 WhatsApp: +84 383 624 632 📧 Email: info@saigontastetours.com 🌐 Website: www.saigontastetours.com
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Cancellation policy
- Guests can cancel for a full refund 24 hours before the Experience starts.
Get picked up at the meeting place or your hotel address. We will travel beyond the typical city tourist spots to a local neighborhood of Cu Chi, where you feel tranquil, peaceful, and happy while driving through many green rice fields, rubber plantations, and water buffalos.
Documentary Film and Tunnel Diagram: Watching a documentary film about the Vietnam War provides context and insight into the historical significance of the Cu Chi Tunnels. Following this, viewing diagrams of the tunnels’ construction and layout, including various sections like kitchens, bedrooms, storage areas, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers, helps visitors understand the complexity and functionality of the tunnel network.
Booby Traps and Tunnel Exploration: Exploring booby traps and trapdoors adds an element of adventure to the tour. The highlight of the trip, crawling and walking through the cramped and narrow passageways of the tunnels, offers a firsthand experience of the conditions faced by soldiers during the war. Reconstructed chambers provide a glimpse into life within the tunnels during wartime.
Handmade Weapons and Traps: Learning about handmade weapons and traps used by local guerrillas during the Vietnam War offers insight into the resourcefulness and ingenuity of the Vietnamese fighters. Understanding how everyday items were repurposed for survival and combat enhances visitors’ appreciation for the resilience of the Vietnamese people during the conflict.
Tea and Tapioca: Enjoying hot tea and tapioca, which served as guerilla food during the war, provides a taste of the local cuisine and offers a moment of relaxation after the immersive tunnel experience. This culinary aspect adds a sensory dimension to the tour, allowing visitors to connect with the culture and history of the region through food.
Optional Shooting Range Visit: For visitors interested in additional activities, a visit to the shooting range offers the opportunity to experience firing historic firearms at an extra cost. This optional activity provides a hands-on experience related to the military history of the area and can be a thrilling addition to the tour for those interested in firearms or marksmanship.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City: After completing the tour activities, the group will return to Ho Chi Minh City, concluding the excursion. This allows visitors to reflect on their experiences and provides ample time to rest and relax after a day of exploration.
Overall, this itinerary offers a comprehensive and immersive experience of the Cu Chi Tunnels, combining historical education, adventure, cultural immersion, and optional recreational activities for visitors to enjoy.
We will pick you up at following locations:
- Pick up and drop off included in central districts 1, 3, and 4.
- Other local districts, we will meet at the Saigon Opera House that is our meeting place.
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