Cu Chi – Ho Chi Minh City Day Tour
Overview
The Cu Chi – Ho Chi Minh City Day Tour offers a well-rounded introduction to southern Vietnam, combining history, culture, and city life in one day. Begin your journey with a visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an impressive underground network that provides insight into the ingenuity and resilience of the local people. After returning to the city, continue exploring Ho Chi Minh City’s most iconic landmarks. From colonial-era architecture to historic sites and lively streets, the city reveals a fascinating mix of past and present. This tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want to understand both Vietnam’s history and the vibrant energy of its largest city within a single day.
Itinerary
Day 1Step 1
✅ 07:30 – 08:00: Pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and depart for Cu Chi. ✅ 09:30: Arrive at Cu Chi Tunnels. Watch an introductory documentary and explore the tunnel system, underground passages, bunkers, and hidden entrances. 📌 Optional: Shooting range experience. ✅11:30: Return to Ho Chi Minh City. ✅ 13:00: Lunch break. ✅ 14:00 – 16:30: City tour of Ho Chi Minh City, including key landmarks such as the War Remnants Museum, Reunification Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, and Ben Thanh Market (outside visit where applicable). ✅ 17:00 – 17:30: Drop-off at your hotel. End of the tour. 📌 Note: Timing may vary depending on traffic and conditions.
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City
- Air-conditioned transportation
- English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees (Cu Chi Tunnels & listed city attractions)
- Bottled drinking water
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Tips for guide and driver
- Meals and drinks not mentioned