From Saigon River to Cu Chi Tunnels
Southern Vietnam | Half day morning/afternoon tour
Discover the life beneath the battlefield
Embark on an exclusive speedboat tour and uncover the rich history and culture of Ho Chi Minh City in a truly unforgettable way. Beat the crowds and experience the Cu Chi Tunnels from a serene and uncrowded setting. Uncover the secrets of the underground passageways and enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river. This tour is specially crafted for those in search of a remarkable experience.
What you’ll exeperience
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Routes & Destination
Places you will explore
Step into the underground world of Cu Chi Tunnels, located about 70 km northwest of central Ho Chi Minh City. This extensive tunnel network played a significant role during the war, serving as a shelter, living space and military base for Vietnamese resistance forces. Today, visitors can explore sections of the tunnels and gain insight into the daily lives, challenges and resilience of those who lived and fought underground.
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Travel itinerary
By choosing our speedboat tour, you’ll leave the bus tour groups behind and arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels in a peaceful and uncrowded setting. The spacious and comfortable speedboats provide the perfect environment to relax and savour the journey.
As you cruise along the Saigon River, our knowledgeable English-speaking guide will share captivating insights into the traditional Mekong River life and the city’s history, providing a distinctive perspective on this vibrant city.
Upon reaching the Cu Chi Tunnels, our knowledgeable guide will lead you through this mesmerizing network of underground passageways. They will provide a comprehensive understanding of this historical site, from the different communication and supply routes to the living quarters constructed here.
One of the tour highlights is the opportunity to crawl through a section of the tunnels, giving you a firsthand experience of the soldiers who lived and fought here.
After exploring the tunnels, you’ll delight in a delectable traditional Vietnamese lunch featuring local specialities like lemongrass chicken and caramelized clay pot pork. The Cu Chi Tunnels tour by speedboat is an unforgettable experience not to be missed. It offers a unique and unforgettable way to discover the history and culture of Ho Chi Minh City.
7:00 a.m.: Your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby and take you by car to our speedboat at Bach Dang Pier.
7:20 am: Depart Saigon by speedboat. An introduction to rural traditions and aspects of riverbank life will be given as you enjoy a light breakfast.
8:50 am: Arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site before most bus tours. Watch a brief introductory video about the Cu Chi area.
9:00 am: Explore the tunnel site, including weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating an authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers, a firing range, and more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters.
11:15 am: Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river.
12:00 pm: Depart Cu Chi Tunnel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
1:30 pm: Arrive at Bach Dang’s pier and be driven back to your hotel by car.
The Afternoon Half-Day Program (5-6 hours) also offers the same schedule, departing at 11:00 a.m. and returning to Ho Chi Minh City at 5:00 p.m.
Price per person based on a private group of
This tour is designed for private group operation so the price per person varies by group size. Select the number of guests to calculate your price directly on our website.
A deposit is required to confirm your reservations at the time of booking. Book online to pay either a deposit or the full tour price.
Price per person based on join-in group:
2,400,000 VND /person
For overnight stays, the standard arrangement is 2 guests/room. For odd-numbered groups (1, 3, 5, or 7 guests), an extra single supplement will apply.
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Surcharge for holidays or discount for larger group is available.
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Excluded
- Hotel in Ho Chi Minh city.
- Beverages, gratuities, and personal expenses.
- Camera fees (if any).
- Insurance.
- Surcharge in peak season (Christmas, New Year & Lunar New Year).
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