Vietnam · Religious & Spiritual

1-Day Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple Tour with Noon Ceremony

1 Day Round trip from Ho Chi Minh Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Attend the colorful noon prayer ceremony at Cao Dai Temple
02 Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and crawl through underground passages
03 Learn about Vietnam War guerrilla tactics and underground living areas
04 Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch and taste wartime food like tapioca and tea

Experience the unique history and spirituality of southern Vietnam on a private tour that combines the Cu Chi Tunnels with the Cao Dai Temple. Witness the colorful noon prayer ceremony at one of Vietnam's most distinctive religious sites and learn about the eclectic Cao Dai religion. Explore the extensive Cu Chi Tunnels used during the Vietnam War, crawl through narrow passages, and discover hidden living areas and trapdoors. Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch, taste wartime staples like tapioca and tea, and, if you wish, try a shooting experience with AK47 or M16 rifles at extra cost.

Explore the extensive Cu Chi Tunnels used during the Vietnam War, crawl through narrow passages, and discover hidden living areas and trapdoors.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Ho Chi Minh, Tây Ninh

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

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Cao Dai Temple Ceremony and Cu Chi Tunnels Discovery

Hotel pick-up and departure: Pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Visit Cao Dai Temple and attend the noon ceremony (10:00-12:00): Explore Cao Dai Temple, one of Vietnam's most unique religious sites. Witness the colorful noon prayer ceremony and learn about the Cao Dai religion, a blend of multiple spiritual beliefs.
Local lunch experience (12:30): Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
Transfer to Cu Chi Tunnels (13:30-15:00): Travel approximately 1.5 hours to the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Explore Cu Chi Tunnels (15:00-16:30): Watch a documentary about the Vietnam War. Crawl through tunnel sections and discover underground living areas and hidden trapdoors. Learn about the guerrilla warfare strategies used during the war.
Taste wartime food and optional activities: Sample traditional wartime food such as tapioca and tea. Optional shooting experience with AK47 or M16 rifles is available at extra cost.
Return to Ho Chi Minh City (17:00-18:00): Travel back to Ho Chi Minh City.

Where this trip takes you

Cao Dai Temple, Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Ho Chi Minh 2 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private transportation with air conditioning
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Ho Chi Minh City
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees for Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple
Lunch at a local restaurant
Light snack of tapioca and tea
Bottled drinking water

What's Not Included

Tips and personal expenses
Travel insurance
Shooting range fee for AK47/M16 (optional)
Other services not mentioned above

What to bring

Comfortable walking shoes
Light and breathable clothing
Sunglasses, hat, and sunscreen
Camera or smartphone
Cash for personal expenses or optional activities

Know before you go

This is a private tour, offering a flexible schedule and personalized experience.
Pick-up time can be adjusted based on your preference.
The tour involves some walking and crawling inside the tunnels (optional).
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia.
Modest clothing is recommended when visiting the Cao Dai Temple.
Other languages are available upon request with a surcharge.
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on traffic and weather conditions.

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