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Half day tunnel tour.
Booked a half day tour of the tunnels and was thoroughly impressed by our guide Thăngs personal knowledge, information and his humor. Highly recommend and would have gladly for a longer tour.
Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels
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At a glance
- Duration
- 6–7 hours
- Price from
- $31 / person
- Location
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 21 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- The Sun Tourist
- Meeting point
- This is the address of The Sun Tourist Company. Located in the front of De Tham (near Bui Vien Walking Street).
Description
-What You Can Expect - A multi-level tunnel system featuring functional rooms such as living quarters, working areas, meeting rooms, a medical chamber, weapon storage, and the “Hoang Cam” kitchen (a smoke-disguising cooking technique). Wartime traps, ventilation holes, hidden entrances and exits, and other underground constructions. An open-air museum displaying aircraft, tanks, bombs, and various weapons. Ben Duoc Memorial Temple — a place to honor fallen soldiers, with the names of tens of thousands of martyrs engraved on stone tablets. A reconstructed “liberated zone” that recreates wartime landscapes and daily life during the war.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:00 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 10+)
- $31
- Child (ages 4–9)
- $25
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Ben Duoc tunnel complex
Start in the morning 8:00 AM with pickup from centrally located hotels in Ho Chi Minh City with Minivan and depart for Cu Chi Tunnels. Enjoy the scenic drive through the countryside as your guide provides background information on the tunnels, the war, and the local culture. After 1.5 hour ride, we arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site, your guide will give you an overview of the history, the role of the tunnels, and their significance during the Vietnam War. You'll have the opportunity to explore the tunnel system, which includes narrow passageways, hidden entrances, and underground chambers. Learn about the daily life of the Cu Chi guerrilla fighters and how they managed to survive in the tunnels. Watch demonstrations of the traps and devices that were used during the war. Your guide will explain their functions and the tactics employed by the Vietnamese soldiers. After that, travel back to Ho Chi Minh City, concluding the Cu Chi Tunnels tour. Arrive approximately at 3:00PM.
What's included
Included
Bottled water
Friendly, super-informative and experienced English tour-guide
Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (in the central of Distrcit 1)
Entrance fee
Not included
Shooting gun (65.000vnd/bullet)
Tip
Pickup Locations & Times
Please supply a correct hotel address (room number if available) in the heart of District 1 or near September 23rd Park. The tour guide will pick you up from the hotel lobby. You only need to sit there and wait for the tour guide.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
21 reviews
How it compares in Ho Chi Minh City
- Rated higher than 75% of 682 reviewed tours in Ho Chi Minh City
- Starting price $31 is 38% below the typical $49 for tours of similar length in Ho Chi Minh City
Excurgo comparison of 2,914 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are not encouraged to participate. In cases of infant participation, parents must ensure the safety of the baby and hold the baby in their arms.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels take?
Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels lasts about 6–7 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels cost?
Prices start at $31 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:00 AM.
How much does Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels cost for children?
Children aged 4–9 pay from $25, adults from $31. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please supply a correct hotel address (room number if available) in the heart of District 1 or near September 23rd Park. The tour guide will pick you up from the hotel lobby. You only need to sit there and wait for the tour guide. Pickup points include GoDa Home.
What languages is Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants are not encouraged to participate. In cases of infant participation, parents must ensure the safety of the baby and hold the baby in their arms.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Authentic Cu Chi Half Day Ben Duoc Tunnels worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by The Sun Tourist.
Reviews(21)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Tunnels
A wonderful experience! My husband and I were truly impressed, especially by our guide’s approach, enthusiasm, and engagement throughout the tour. If you’re visiting Vietnam, this is definitely an experience worth having. We highly recommend it! :)))
Q
Perfect trip
Perfect trip with my wife. I recommend visit tunnels
S
Getting to know a bit of history and being able to share it with friends while doing an activity.
The tour was very entertaining and the guide was very pleasant and friendly, 100% recommended.
K
War tunnels tour
The tour is great, it is the second time I have done it and in this case the guide Thang is a star and very funny, I recommend it 100%.
Z
Excellent experience 100% recommend!
A wonderful experience giving a really in depth insight to life during the Vietnam war. The guide was very knowledgeable and personable. I would highly recommend this trip. Pick up and drop off was excellent too!
L
Amazing guide to Cu Chi Tunnels
Thank you for great experience with great tour guide who has excellent communication and knowledge of the history. We had a great time.
R
Thank you!
The guíde Janes Bond made the difference. Great mood, great at dealing with an unexpected situation, great and qualified conversations and finally great recommendations to eat out. Cam on!
J
Day 1 of our Vietnam Tour
The tour is awesome! I truly appreciated how the Vietnamese survived during war!!! A big applause to the Vietnamese government!!
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Great experience!
We had a great experience, Thang was our guide he knows a lot about Vietnam history including cuchi tunnels, its energetic to hear the story from someone who is proud of his country!
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