Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Guided Tour with Hotel Transfers - Group

Step into Vietnam’s wartime past with a guided half-day tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vital underground stronghold used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.

Getting started

Get picked up from your hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy a scenic 90-minute drive to the Ben Dinh site.

What to expect

Historical introduction

Start with a short documentary that outlines the construction and wartime use of the tunnels.

Tunnel exploration

Spend around 2 hours on-site crawling through tunnel sections and exploring underground kitchens, living quarters, command centers, and escape routes.

Life underground

Learn how the Viet Cong survived using hidden wells, makeshift hospitals, food storage, and clever design—even during intense bombing raids.

Trap demonstrations

Watch live demonstrations of booby traps and hear real stories of guerrilla warfare.

Wrapping up

Wrap up the visit with a tasting of cassava and tea. You can also visit the on-site shooting range (optional, at an additional cost) before heading back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Know before you go

What to bring

• Wear comfortable shoes as the terrain is rugged and bring sunglasses, insect repellent, and a sun hat.

• Only bring small bags or backpacks as large items may hinder movement through the tunnels.

What’s not allowed

• Smoking is not allowed inside the tunnels.

Accessibility

• The experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

• This experience is not suitable for guests with mobility issues and claustrophobia as the terrain is uneven and the tunnels are very narrow.

Additional information

• The tour includes pickup from certain hotels in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. If your accommodation is outside the hotel pick-up area, head to the meet-up location provided.

• Pickup times available are 7:30am, 12:30pm, and 1pm.