Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour AM/PM: Standard, Small Group or VIP
At a glance
Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour AM/PM: Standard, Small Group or VIP is a 6h – 7h guided experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, operated by SST TRAVEL. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 664 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $16 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Professional English-speaking tour guide, Bottled water, Traditional tapioca and tea tasting.
Highlights
- Rated 5.0/5 by 664 travellers
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 3 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 6h – 7h
- Group
- Small group, up to 35 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Discover the Cu Chi Tunnels on a flexible half-day experience with morning and afternoon departures from Ho Chi Minh City. Choose the option that suits your travel style and budget, from our Standard Group tour to a more comfortable Small Group experience or VIP option.
Explore the remarkable underground tunnel network with a knowledgeable local guide and learn how people lived, communicated and survived underground during the Vietnam War. See hidden entrances, bunkers and wartime facilities, crawl through an accessible section of the tunnels, and taste traditional cassava.
With multiple departure times and different group options available, this tour makes it easy to experience one of southern Vietnam’s most important historical sites in just half a day.
What's included
What's included
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Bottled water
- Traditional tapioca and tea tasting
- All entrance tickets included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in selected central areas (depending on option)
Not included
- Optional shooting activity
- Holiday surcharge (please see Additional Info)
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 1h 30m
Morning or afternoon departure. Meet your guide and enjoy pickup from selected central Ho Chi Minh City hotels or the designated meeting point. Travel toward the Cu Chi Tunnels in an air-conditioned vehicle.
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Stop 2 · 2h
Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels with your guide. Discover underground bunkers, hidden entrances, living areas and wartime facilities, and learn how the tunnel network was used during the war. Crawl through an accessible section of the tunnels and enjoy the traditional cassava snack.
Optional shooting range experience is available at your own expense. -
Stop 3 · 1h 30m
Relax on the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. Drop-off is provided at the designated meeting point or selected central hotels, depending on your booking option and traffic conditions.
Meeting point
Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off are available within our designated central pickup area. For travelers staying outside this area, please meet us at SST Travel, 57 Le Thi Hong Gam Street, District 1. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before departure. Please be ready at least 10 minutes before the confirmed pickup time, as this is a group tour and pickup times may vary slightly depending on traffic and other guests.
Good to know
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Additional surcharges apply by package and travel date. Big Group/Small Group: 100,000 VND/pax, Dcar (Luxury Limousine): 250,000 VND/pax, Private Tour: 500,000 VND/pax. Holiday surcharge applies on 26/04, 30/04 – 01/05, 02/09, 24-25/12, 30/12 -01/01/2027, 03-11/02/2027. All surcharges are payable on-site.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day Tour AM/PM: Standard, Small Group or VIP take?
The experience lasts about 6h – 7h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $16 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Professional English-speaking tour guide; Bottled water; Traditional tapioca and tea tasting; All entrance tickets included; Hotel pickup and drop-off in selected central areas (depending on option).
Where does it start?
Complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off are available within our designated central pickup area. For travelers staying outside this area, please meet us at SST Travel, 57 Le Thi Hong Gam Street, District 1. Your exact pickup time will be confirmed before departure. Please be…
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 664 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Ho Chi Minh City.
