Guided Tours

Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Guided Tour

Name: Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Guided Tour
Start: 2026-10-29T09:00:00
End: 2026-10-29T20:30:00
Location: Ho Chi Minh City

4.6/5(441)

Jiri M

Solo

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Well organised and informative journey. Small group of 12 peaople. Luxury transportation in an new van with a pick-up service. Communicative tour guide. Good and tasty lunch. No problems at all. However this event is a typical example of mass tourism. On both locations hundreds of visitors, partially queuing in front of exhibits or to get on rowboat. For those, who want to try extra shooting experience, the price is 25$ extra, nearly the same price as the whole trip.

Chloe N

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

Our tour guide was great. We had Vinh as our guide and he was magnificent, very entertaining and comedic. He made sure we were comfortable throughout our day with our toddler. He was very thoughtful. The tunnels are an important part of history and so truly impactful. We have drawn on this knowledge throughout our stay.

Arun T

Couple

Verified booking

Yesterday

On time pickup, good clean transfer and overall an awesome experience. The highlight of the tour was our guide BAC who was very knowledgeable, patiently answered all my questions and the history and experience of the tunnel themselves.

Laura M

Group

Verified booking

Aug 2026

An absolute must-do when visiting southern Vietnam! Combining the Cu Chi Tunnels, the Mekong Delta, and the Coconut Village in a single tour gives you the perfect blend of rich history, stunning natural beauty, and local culture. Crawling through the historic Cu Chi Tunnels offers an eye-opening and unforgettable look into the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people. Transitioning from the history lesson to the tranquil waters of the Mekong Delta is a incredible contrast. Drifting along the palm-shaded canals on a traditional sampan boat feels like stepping into a postcard, and the visit to the Coconut Village is a highlight—tasting fresh honey tea, local tropical fruits, and seeing how delicious coconut candy is handmade right before your eyes. With great local food, warm hospitality, and insightful guides, this tour delivers an amazing, immersive day you will cherish long after your trip ends!

Georgia C

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

It was super informative which is what I was looking for. Our host had great energy and was hilarious. Considering the price, it did not feel like a budget trip. You can pay extra if you want to do some shooting. I recommend this tour and will recommend it to my friends.

Braden M

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

Our guide Minh (Steven) was amazing, I was worried about getting a guide as I didn't want to be rushed or anything but he took as through at a nice pace, and explained loads. He was very funny and overall amazing!

Take a guided half-day tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, with round-trip hotel transfers from Ho Chi Minh City and multiple pick-up times.

Explore the Ben Dinh site, featuring original tunnel segments, hidden trapdoors, field hospitals, and wartime relics.

Watch live demonstrations of booby traps and learn about guerrilla tactics from your English-speaking guide.

Try boiled cassava and Vietnamese tea—simple staples that sustained soldiers during the war.

Choose from a value-friendly big group tour or a small group experience with fewer people and more guide interaction (up to 25 or 12 guests, respectively).

Round-trip hotel transfers from Ho Chi Minh City

Pick-up at 7:30am or 12pm from District 1 (red-bordered area shown here; excluding Tan Dinh & Dakao) (based on option selected)

Pick-up from Districts 1, 3, and 4, approximately 1 hour before tour start (based on option selected)

Entry to Cu Chi Tunnels

2 hours guided exploration at Cu Chi Tunnels (Ben Dinh site)

English-speaking guide

Cassava tasting with tea

Water bottle

TOTAL DURATION7 hours
Start point
Ho Chi Minh City
1. Cu Chi Tunnels
Tickets included
2 hr
4 activities
Arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels, where you’ll crawl through sections of the 250km underground network used by the Viet Cong. Explore hidden trapdoors, field hospitals, and kitchens that reveal how soldiers lived and survived during the war.
Things to do
Watch an introductory documentary
Included in price
Crawl through the tunnels
Included in price
Watch booby trap demonstrations
Included in price
Explore underground bunkers
Included in price
Sample cassava and traditional tea
End point
Ho Chi Minh City
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Jiri M
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Well organised and informative journey. Small group of 12 peaople. Luxury transportation in an new van with a pick-up service. Communicative tour guide. Good and tasty lunch. No problems at all. However this event is a typical example of mass tourism. On both locations hundreds of visitors, partially queuing in front of exhibits or to get on rowboat. For those, who want to try extra shooting experience, the price is 25$ extra, nearly the same price as the whole trip.
Chloe N
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Our tour guide was great. We had Vinh as our guide and he was magnificent, very entertaining and comedic. He made sure we were comfortable throughout our day with our toddler. He was very thoughtful. The tunnels are an important part of history and so truly impactful. We have drawn on this knowledge throughout our stay.
Arun T
Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
On time pickup, good clean transfer and overall an awesome experience. The highlight of the tour was our guide BAC who was very knowledgeable, patiently answered all my questions and the history and experience of the tunnel themselves.
Faith W
Couple
Verified booking
Today
The guide, Tuan! He was in the army fighting for the Americans during the Vietnam war! He is what made the experience! Such an awesome day and great experience, definitely recommend if you want to see the history of Vietnam!
Laura M
Group
Verified booking
Aug 2026
An absolute must-do when visiting southern Vietnam! Combining the Cu Chi Tunnels, the Mekong Delta, and the Coconut Village in a single tour gives you the perfect blend of rich history, stunning natural beauty, and local culture. Crawling through the historic Cu Chi Tunnels offers an eye-opening and unforgettable look into the resilience and ingenuity of the Vietnamese people. Transitioning from the history lesson to the tranquil waters of the Mekong Delta is a incredible contrast. Drifting along the palm-shaded canals on a traditional sampan boat feels like stepping into a postcard, and the visit to the Coconut Village is a highlight—tasting fresh honey tea, local tropical fruits, and seeing how delicious coconut candy is handmade right before your eyes. With great local food, warm hospitality, and insightful guides, this tour delivers an amazing, immersive day you will cherish long after your trip ends!

Step into Vietnam’s wartime past with a guided half-day tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, a vital underground stronghold used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.

Getting started

Get picked up from your hotel in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City and enjoy a scenic 90-minute drive to the Ben Dinh site.

What to expect

Historical introduction

Start with a short documentary that outlines the construction and wartime use of the tunnels.

Tunnel exploration

Spend around 2 hours on-site crawling through tunnel sections and exploring underground kitchens, living quarters, command centers, and escape routes.

Life underground

Learn how the Viet Cong survived using hidden wells, makeshift hospitals, food storage, and clever design—even during intense bombing raids.

Trap demonstrations

Watch live demonstrations of booby traps and hear real stories of guerrilla warfare.

What to bring

Wear comfortable shoes as the terrain is rugged and bring sunglasses, insect repellent, and a sun hat.

Only bring small bags or backpacks as large items may hinder movement through the tunnels.

What’s not allowed

Smoking is not allowed inside the tunnels.

Accessibility

The experience is not wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

This experience is not suitable for guests with mobility issues and claustrophobia as the terrain is uneven and the tunnels are very narrow.

Additional information

The tour includes pickup from certain hotels in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. If your accommodation is outside the hotel pick-up area, head to the meet-up location provided.

Pickup times available are 7:30am or 12pm.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.