Saigon River To The Tunnels of Cu Chi

OVERVIEW

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Enjoy a scenic boat trip to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Cruise along the Saigon River, passing charming riverside villages and colourful rural landscapes. Arrive at the famous Cu Chi tunnels, exploring the underground labyrinth to gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s military past.

ITINERARY

Half Day

Today’s tour will begin at either 07:30 or 11:00. This tour is non-private Cu Chi Tunnels cruise. Groups are small with up to 15 people maximum per tour. This is a morning tour but can also operate in the afternoon departing at 1100 and returning at 1700 with lunch included

The morning begins with a short drive to the banks of the Saigon River. Board a speedboat for a scenic ride to the Cu Chi tunnels. Gaze upon the modern skyline of the city while enjoying a light breakfast. Watch as the scenery changes, passing through urban neighbourhoods and then rural countryside.

After 90 minutes arrive at Cu Chi and explore the incredible network of 200 km underground tunnels. Crawl underground and get a better sense for what life was like living and fighting in the labyrinth of caves and tunnels. Hear remarkable stories of the residents’ resilience and see relics of the wartime weapons.

Following the visit, return to the boat and relax while cruising back to the heart of Ho Chi Minh City.(L)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Includes:

Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room
Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
English or French speaking guide (for other languages supplements apply)
Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees for mentioned visits

Excludes:

Other meals than mentioned
Other services than mentioned
International and domestic flights
Laundry, telephone calls and expenditure of a personal nature
Tips, travel insurance

We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance (covering emergency medical evacuation) for trips to Vietnam.
The cost of air tickets is subject to change without prior notice by the airlines.
Reservations during peak times (Christmas, New Year, Vietnamese Lunar New Year, National Holidays) may be subject to supplementary charges.
If one or some proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the moment of booking, we will try to find other possibilities/options or other similar service(s) in order to avoid changes to the program.