Cu Chi Tunnels Day Tour
Duration: Full day (approximately 6–7 hours)
Tour type: Day trip from Saigon
Language: English
Travel style: Historical · Cultural · Local insight
Ideal for: Travelers interested in Vietnam War history and local life
Itinerary
Morning
• Pick-up from your hotel in central Saigon
• Drive to Cu Chi (approximately 1.5–2 hours)
• Short introduction about the Cu Chi area and wartime history
At Cu Chi Tunnels
• Watch an introductory documentary
• Explore the tunnel system with a local guide
• Learn about traps, bunkers, kitchens, and underground life
• Optional crawl through a section of the tunnels
• See wartime tools, weapons, and living areas
Lunch
• Local lunch at a nearby restaurant
Afternoon
• Return to Saigon
• Drop-off at your hotel in District 1
Additional Information
• Comfortable walking shoes recommended
• Not suitable for guests with mobility issues or claustrophobia
• Tunnel crawling is optional