HCMC TOUR - Cu Chi Underground Tunnels

Price: 45 US$

Details Itinerary:

Main highlight

• Visit all the iconic landmarks of Ho Chi Minh City
• Explore the underground network of Cu Chi Tunnels
• Amaze yourself with a tenacious spirit and underground lives of Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War
• Taste the foods eaten by Vietnamese soldiers during the war
• Try your hand at shooting accuracy with an AK-47, used during the war (Optional)
• Flexibility to customize your itinerary upon your interest

07:45 Take the morning trip to visit Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, was built on the sight of the former Norodom palace. The Independence palace is a widely known landmark of Ho Chi Minh City and was designed by the architect Ngo Viet Thu. Continue seeing the beautiful structures from the French Colonial times such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the historic Central Post Office. Followed by the remarkable site of the War Remnants Museum the museum has a vast display of both the Indochina wars.

11:30 Have lunch at a local restaurant.

13:00 Depart for Cu Chi tunnel, the trip will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving.

14:30 Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by the introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the wartime. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the specially constructed living areas with kitchens, bedrooms side by side with other martial facilities like storage, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers helping whoever lives inside the tunnels meet their basic needs.

Besides, there are also many hidden trap doors and dangerous traps within the maze-like tunnels for security purpose during the war. Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served.

Break time for relaxing or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun.

16:30 End the tour. Return to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh Center.

Inclusion

• Private pick up & drop off at the hotel in Ho Chi Minh Centre
• Private transportation during tours
• Professional English speaking tour guide
• Mineral water: 02 bottles of water per person
• All Entrance fees
• Vietnamese must–try lunch
• Special food request is available

Exclusion

• Personal expenses
• Drinks on the meal (if any)
• Other expenses not clearly stated in the itinerary
• Pick up from hotel staying outside Ho Chi Minh Center