Vietnam · City Tours

1-Day Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels Tour with Lunch

1 Day Round trip from Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Ho Chi Minh City's iconic historic landmarks
02 Visit the preserved Cu Chi Tunnels and learn how they were built
03 Gain insight into the underground life of Viet Cong soldiers
04 See the ornate Jade Emperor Pagoda with its intricate carvings

Explore Ho Chi Minh City's historic landmarks, including the Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the War Remnants Museum, and the ornate Jade Emperor Pagoda. Continue to the Cu Chi Tunnels to watch a documentary on how this underground network was constructed and gain insight into wartime history. Crawl through sections of the tunnels, enjoy cassava with hot tea, and experience the atmosphere of one of Vietnam's most significant historical sites.

Crawl through sections of the tunnels, enjoy cassava with hot tea, and experience the atmosphere of one of Vietnam's most significant historical sites.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Ho Chi Minh

Languages English, Vietnamese

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Ho Chi Minh City Landmarks and Cu Chi Tunnels

8:00 AM: Start your visit to the Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, Central Post Office, War Remnants Museum, and Jade Emperor Pagoda in Ho Chi Minh City.
Independence Palace: The palace is famously known for the events of April 30, 1975, when North Vietnamese troops captured it, marking the end of the Vietnam War and the reunification of Vietnam.
Notre Dame Cathedral: The cathedral is a center of Catholic worship in Vietnam, hosting regular masses and special religious ceremonies.
Central Post Office: The building features a blend of French colonial architecture and classical elements, characterized by rounded arches and a grand facade.
Jade Emperor Pagoda: The pagoda features a traditional Chinese architectural style, characterized by ornate roofs, intricate carvings, and vibrant colors.
Have lunch, then depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels, approximately 1.5 hours away.
You will watch a short introductory presentation on how the tunnels were constructed.
Relax and enjoy cassava served with hot tea, which was guerrilla food during the war.
Experience shooting a gun.
Travel back to your hotel in the city center.