Ho Chi Minh City Trip Overview
The Cu Chi Tunnels, which highlight the dedication and ingenuity of Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War, are a must-see destination in Southern Vietnam. Located 60km from Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi is now considered a heroic district for its role during the American war in Vietnam. It is legendary for its network of tunnels, which extend over 220km. On your Cu Chi Tunnels half-day tour, you’ll spend the morning wandering this vast underground complex that was once buzzing with thousands of soldiers. The site is a startling contrast to today’s Vietnam, a fast-developing country where the legacy of war is almost forgotten. Let us guide you on your exploration of the Cu Chi Tunnels during the tours!
Highlights:
– Squeezing through the famous Vietnam War-era tunnels at Cu Chi
– Learning about the role of the Cu Chi Tunnels during the Vietnam War
Additional Info
Duration: 6 hours
Starts: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Vietnam
The Cu Chi Tunnels, which highlight the dedication and ingenuity of Viet Cong soldiers during the Vietnam War, are a must-see destination in Southern Vietnam. Located 60km from Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi is now considered a heroic district for its role during the American war in Vietnam. It is legendary for its network of tunnels, which extend over 220km. On your Cu Chi Tunnels half-day tour, you’ll spend the morning wandering this vast underground complex that was once buzzing with thousands of soldiers. The site is a startling contrast to today’s Vietnam, a fast-developing country where the legacy of war is almost forgotten. Let us guide you on your exploration of the Cu Chi Tunnels during the tours!
Highlights:
– Squeezing through the famous Vietnam War-era tunnels at Cu Chi
– Learning about the role of the Cu Chi Tunnels during the Vietnam War
Begin your journey to the Cu Chi Tunnels by departing at around 8am or 13:30pm from your hotel and travel through the countryside which was once a stronghold of the Viet Cong. Visitors will arrive Cu Chi tunnels after a drive of 1,5 hours. Our tour guide will give you an overview introduction of Cu Chi and its legendary history. A documentary film about the tunnels will explain you about the tunnels histories and how fierce the war was in the area. You will be guided to the tunnels system including the weapon factory, hospitals, kitchens and crawl under the tunnels…..
After that travelers can try delicious manioc which was the main food for guerilla-warriors in Cu Chi during the war. Visitors can try to fire off an AK47 or MK16 or machine guns at the nearby shooting range. Leave Cu Chi tunnels and back Sai Gon, End of your trip.
