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Cu Chi Tunnels Tour from Ho Chi Minh City - Standard Tour (Mandarin)

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Northeast of Ho Chi Minh City, the 250-kilometer Cu Chi tunnels, built during the Indochina War, sheltered revolutionaries and later served as a key base for Communist guerrillas, offering shelter, communication routes, and protection from airstrikes.Tour tickets to Cu Chi tunnels. Children aged 0-2 can enter free. Book Tickets Online & Save.

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Location: Cu Chi tunnels are located northeast of Ho Chi Minh City.
Length: They stretch 250 kilometers.
Origins: Built during the Indochina War to shelter revolutionaries.
Vietnam War Role: Served as a key base for Communist guerrillas.
Functions: Provided shelter, communication routes, and protection from airstrikes.

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Tickets will be delivered by email within 30 minutes and via WhatsApp (optional).

Cancellation Policy:

Get a full refund when you cancel up to 24 hours before the start of the experience.

Rules:

The tour is not wheelchair-accessible.
Leave heavy luggage outside for convenience.
The Cu Chi Tunnels are not suitable for pregnant guests.
Not recommended for those with medical conditions like heart disease.
Guests weighing over 90kg may find the tunnels difficult to navigate.
Prepare food and drinks (snacks, cookies, bread, water) before you go.
Dress appropriately and bring insect repellent due to mosquitoes.

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Entry & Services:

Standard and Morning Premier Tour: 7:30-8:00 am.
Afternoon Premier Tour: 12:30-1:00 pm.
Pickup from District 1 hotels.
Standard and Morning Premier Tour: 8:00 am.
Afternoon Premier Tour: 1:00 pm.
Depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Standard and Morning Premier Tour: 9:30 am.
Afternoon Premier Tour: 2:30 pm.
Arrive at Cu Chi Tunnels, watch an intro video, explore the tunnels, and enjoy tea and cassava.
Standard and Morning Premier Tour: 3:00 pm.
Afternoon Premier Tour: 7:00 pm.
End of tour with drop-off at District 1 hotels.
Entrance tickets don’t include activities like shooting or paintball.
Holiday fees are higher, but more activities are available.
Tunnels are narrow for foreigners; follow staff instructions to stay safe.

Note: The itinerary may change due to weather or traffic conditions.

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You can present either a printed copy or a mobile e-ticket.
Cu Chi Tunnels Tours Tickets are only valid during the period specified in the selected package.

Location

Phu Hiep, Cu Chi, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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By Bus:

Bus No 13: Take from 23-9 Park to Cu Chi Bus Station.
Bus No 79: Transfer to reach the Ben Duoc site.
Duration: 2.5 hours total.
Cost: Less than $2 USD.

By Car / Motorbike:

Rent a motorbike or car: Available in Ho Chi Minh City.
Travel time: 1.5 hours to Ben Dinh site.
Distance: 140 km from the city center.

By Boat:

Speedboat: Depart from Tan Cang pier in the city center.
Travel time: 1.5 hours via Saigon River to Cu Chi District.
Best time: Take the 7:30 am speedboat to avoid crowds.

FAQs

What is the best time to visit Cu Chi Tunnels?

The Cu Chi Tunnels can be visited year-round, with afternoons being the busiest. To avoid crowds, consider an early private car or speedboat tour. On rainy days, be cautious as the area can get muddy.
Can I visit the site of Cu Chi Tunnels by myself?

Yes, you can visit the Cu Chi Tunnels on your own. Located about 40 km from Ho Chi Minh City, it takes 1.5 hours by car or bus, or 3 hours by local bus. Taxis are expensive. There are two sites: Ben Duoc, farther and more suited for locals, and Ben Dinh, closer and adapted for international tourists. Make sure to confirm the site in your tour program.
How long is the trip?

A one-way trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels takes about 1.5 hours. Visitors typically spend 2.5 hours exploring, watching documentaries, and walking around. The round-trip, including exploration, lasts around 6 hours. By bus, the trip can take 8-9 hours, depending on traffic and the schedule.
What to know before visiting?

Prior to the trip, you can research the Vietnam War and the role of Cu Chi Tunnels – the base of Vietcong soldiers in the war. You will have better conversations with your local guide and have chances to listen to less-known stories and hidden historic facts.
What is the dress code for your Cu Chi Tunnels Excursion?
- Make sure to wear comfortable clothes in order to crawl into the underground tunnels, enter narrow hidden tunnels entrance.
- Insect repellent is recommended for all trips to forests area and Vietnam’s countryside.
- High heels are not a good idea and sandals, sports shoes are more suitable.

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