6-Hour Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Tunnel Crawl and Shooting Range

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the vast network of the Cu Chi Tunnels underground system
• 02 Learn how the tunnels were used as hideouts by the Viet Cong
• 03 Crawl through tunnel sections past weapon factories, hospitals, and kitchens
• 04 Try cassava and hot tea once eaten by Cu Chi's guerrilla fighters
• 05 Fire real weapons at the nearby shooting range, including an AK47

Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels on a remarkable journey back in time. Discover how Viet Cong soldiers lived within this vast underground network, and learn about their courage, resourcefulness, and resilient spirit in the face of adversity. This half-day experience combines wartime history with a close-up look at the tunnels' hidden spaces, local wartime food, and the chance to try shooting at the nearby range.

Experience the thrill of crawling through the tunnels and gain firsthand insight into the challenges faced by the courageous guerrilla warriors.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Ho Chi Minh

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Cu Chi Tunnels Historical Exploration

• Tour guide pick-up at 7:45 AM for your journey to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels.
• After a scenic 2-hour drive, your tour guide will provide a captivating overview of Cu Chi's legendary history. You will immerse yourself in the area's rich past through a documentary film that vividly portrays the intensity of the war in this region.
• Prepare to be amazed as you explore the intricate tunnel system, including fascinating sites such as weapon factories, hospitals, and kitchens. Experience the thrill of crawling through the tunnels and gain firsthand insight into the challenges faced by the courageous guerrilla warriors.
• To truly indulge in the local experience, savor delicious manioc, the staple food of Cu Chi's guerrilla fighters during the war. For those seeking an adrenaline rush, do not miss the opportunity to unleash your inner marksman at the nearby shooting range, where you can fire weapons such as the AK47, MK16, or machine guns.
• Return to Saigon filled with lasting memories of this remarkable adventure.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Transfer by air-conditioned bus
• English-speaking guide
• Entrance ticket, tapioca, hot tea, bottled water, fruit, and cake
• Pick-up and drop-off from central hotels in District 1

What's Not Included

• Tip (optional)
• Bullets (if you try shooting with an AK-47)

What to bring

• Camera or phone for check-in
• Sunglasses
• Sunscreen
• Hat
• Comfortable shoes or sandals

Know before you go

• We support pick-up and drop-off for guests in the central area of District 1, including hotels located on the following roads: Ly Tu Trong, Le Thanh Ton, Truong Dinh, Nguyen An Ninh, Phan Chu Trinh, Luu Van Lang, Le Anh Xuan, Dong Khoi, Nguyen Hue, Thi Sach, Thu Khoa Huan, Thai Van Lung, Mac Thi Buoi, Ho Huan Nghiep, Nguyen Thai Binh, Le Thi Hong Gam, Bui Thi Xuan, Suong Nguyet Anh, Nguyen Van Cu, and Sign Child.
• Outside the above areas, pick-up is not available. Guests should gather at our office to join and end the tour.
• We are not responsible for late arrivals.
• Timings:
  • Morning tour (7:45 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
  • Afternoon tour (12:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.)

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

177 Đường Đề Thám, Pham Ngu Lao, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Tour start

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.