CU CHI TUNNELS & MEKONG DELTA FULL-DAY ADVENTURE

Cu Chi Tunnels

Highlights

Explore the hidden trapdoors, living quarters, and storage facilities.

Experience what it was like to move through the narrow tunnels (optional).

Learn about the ingenuity and resilience of the local people through fascinating historical stories.

Taste the traditional "war meal" of boiled tapioca with peanut salt.

Cruise along the Tien River, passing the four islands named after mythical creatures: Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Turtle.

Paddle through small, shady canals on a traditional sampan (rowing boat).

Visit a local honey bee farm and a coconut candy workshop to see traditional crafts in action.

Enjoy seasonal tropical fruits while listening to Don Ca Tai Tu (Southern Vietnamese folk music) performed by local artists.

Group Tour

1 Day

Medium

English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Spanish

Description

The Best of Southern Vietnam: Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day Adventure

Experience the two most iconic destinations of Southern Vietnam in just one day. This journey takes you from the heroic underground labyrinths of the Cu Chi Tunnels to the lush, tranquil waterways of the Mekong Delta.

Itinerary

Morning: Heroic Cu Chi Tunnels Exploration
- 07:30 AM: Pick up at your hotel and head to the countryside.
- 09:00 AM: Arrive at the tunnels. Watch an intro video and explore the secret underground world (bunkers, hospitals, booby traps).
- Experience: Try crawling through the narrow tunnels and see the smokeless Hoang Cam kitchen.
- Snack: Taste the "war meal" of steamed tapioca and hot tea.
- 11:30 AM: Depart Cu Chi and head towards the Mekong Delta (My Tho).
Afternoon: Mekong Delta River Life
- 01:30 PM: Board a motorboat to Unicorn Island.
- 02:00 PM: Late Lunch: Savour a traditional Vietnamese feast (like the famous Elephant Ear Fish) in a peaceful garden setting.
- 03:00 PM: Local Life: Visit a bee farm for honey tea and see how traditional coconut candy is made.
- Culture: Relax with seasonal tropical fruits while listening to Don Ca Tai Tu (Southern folk music).
- Highlight: Experience the tranquility of the Mekong on a hand-rowed sampan through small, shady canals.
Coconut Break & Sunset Return
- 04:30 PM: After the sampan ride, return to the big motorboat.
- Special Treat: Relax and enjoy fresh cold coconut water served right on the boat as we cruise back to the pier.
- 05:00 PM: Drive back to the city.
- 07:00 PM: Arrive at your hotel in the city. End of an unforgettable journey!

What's Included

High-quality air-conditioned car/van throughout the trip.

Free hotel pick-up and drop-off in Saigon.

Professional and helpful English-speaking tour guide.

Delicious lunch at a peaceful riverside restaurant on Unicorn Island.

Authentic light snack (steamed tapioca & hot tea) at Cu Chi Tunnels.

Fresh seasonal tropical fruits.

Refreshing cold coconut water served on the boat.

Complimentary bottled water provided on the bus.

All entrance fees for Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta.

Motorboat cruise and hand-rowed sampan rowing boat.

Don Ca Tai Tu" folk music performance.

Visit to honey bee farm and coconut candy workshop.

What's Excluded

Shopping, telephone calls, or extra snacks/drinks.

Bullets/ammunition for shooting at Cu Chi Tunnels (optional).

Beer, wine, or soft drinks during lunch.

Tips for the tour guide and driver (optional but greatly appreciated if you enjoy the service).

Any services or sightseeing spots not mentioned in the itinerary.

Know Before You Go

Please note that lunch will be served around 2:00 PM at a riverside restaurant on Unicorn Island. We recommend having a hearty breakfast before departure.

This tour involves a moderate amount of walking and crawling through narrow tunnels (crawling is optional).

To respect the historical site and ensure comfort, please wear modest, comfortable clothing that you don't mind getting a bit of dust on.

If you wish to try the shooting range at Cu Chi, you must be in good health and at least 18 years old.

If you have any food allergies or specific dietary requirements (vegetarian, vegan, etc.), please inform us at least 24 hours in advance.

What To Bring

Comfortable walking shoes or sneakers (avoid high heels or flip-flops for the tunnels).

Sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses.

To protect yourself from mosquitoes in the lush gardens of the Mekong Delta.

A small umbrella or light raincoat (especially during the rainy season), and a power bank for your devices.

Some extra Vietnamese Dong (VND) for personal shopping, souvenirs, or the firing range.

To capture the "Instagrammable" moments on the sampan and the historic tunnel sites.

Meeting Point

Ho Chi Minh, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.

Price

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1 to 100	/person
Child
1 to 100	/person
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Morning: Heroic Cu Chi Tunnels Exploration

Afternoon: Mekong Delta River Life

Coconut Break & Sunset Return

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