Ho Chi Minh City Trip Overview
This day trip is a perfect choice for those who want a deeper insight into the 20th century history of Vietnam. It is a combined tour, half day city and half day Cu Chi Tunnels, which has been suggested by many tourists. You not only gain more information about the Vietnam War, but you can also witness what was once one of the biggest battlefields in the world, to understand more about a small country whose endurance through nay wars during its 4 thousand year history has given us a peaceful day like today.
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Duration: 9 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
This day trip is a perfect choice for those who want a deeper insight into the 20th century history of Vietnam. It is a combined tour, half day city and half day Cu Chi Tunnels, which has been suggested by many tourists. You not only gain more information about the Vietnam War, but you can also witness what was once one of the biggest battlefields in the world, to understand more about a small country whose endurance through nay wars during its 4 thousand year history has given us a peaceful day like today.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City
Am: Pick up at your hotel. The trip to Cu Chi will take approximately one and a half hours bus driving.
Upon arrival, before exploring the tunnels, you will have some short introduction followed by introductory video about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people survived in the harsh conditions of the war time. Then, spend your time to explore the remaining area and tunnel systems which included the special 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 (guerrilla’s food during the war) will be served.
After lunch at local restaurant. Continue to visit Reunification Palace ( also known as Independence Palace), War Remnants Museum, plus two of the best examples of classical French colonial architecture Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, then back to your hotel
Duration: 9 hours
