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Cu Chi
it was a nice experience even i felt clautrophobia
Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours
At a glance
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Price from
- $240 / person
- Location
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Rating
- 4.1 / 5 · 29 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 30
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Cu Chi Tunnels Tours
Description
The Great Holy Sight Temple, built in 1926, is considered one of the striking structures in South-East Asia. It is the center of Cao Dai’sm, a religion that blends Buddhism, Christianity and Confucianism. Explore this fascinating site and attend the colorful noon-day mass held by the Cao Dai followers. It is an experience not to be missed. After lunch, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:30 AM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 3–80)
- $240
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Cao Dai Temple
Visiting Cao Dai Tample
Cu Chi Tunnels
The Great Holy Sight Temple, built in 1926, is considered one of the striking structures of South-East Asia. It is the headquarters of the unique Cao Dai sect, a religion with a hybrid of Buddhism, Christianity & Confucianism. Above the entrance is the all-seeing holy eye – symbol of the sect. Visitors will attend the midday ceremony’s extravaganza to witness the daily mass held by the Cao Dai followers, which is a fantastic experience. After lunch at the local restaurant, proceed to the Cu Chi to explore the amazing site where Viet Cong hid during the War. It is now a popular spot for both Vietnamese & foreign tourists - the network of over 200km of tunnels became legendary when they played a vital role in the War. In their heyday, the tunnels were functioning underground cities including numerous trap doors, specially constructed living areas, storage facilities, weapons factories, field hospitals, command centers & kitchens. There is plenty of evidence of the fierce battle that took place here during the 1960s when Cu Chi was a "Free Target Zone". Visitors can watch a short introductory video showing how the tunnels were constructed before entering the tunnels. Spend the next hour exploring the tunnels. Afterwards, enjoy tea, cassava (guerrilla-warriors’ food in war time). End of services. Return Sai Gon and finish your Cao Dai Temple Cu Chi Tunnels tour
What's included
Included
Pick up & Drop off,Lunch,guide and entrance fee
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at hotel in District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
29 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours take?
Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours lasts about 8 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours cost?
Prices start at $240 per person for this Ho Chi Minh City experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
Can I cancel Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up at hotel in District 1 in Ho Chi Minh City
What languages is Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours 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 30 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cu Chi Tunnels - Cao Dai Temple Full Day Tours worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 29 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cu Chi Tunnels Tours.
Reviews(29)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Bandya Mama - the tour provides very detailed and vivid information about life underground.
Cu Chi Tunnels is an extremely interesting and meaningful place to visit. There are two main sites, Bến Đình and Bến Dược, managed by Cu Chi and the central government (Sai Gon) respectively. While both sites share the same core tour content, such as the historical documentary film, explanations of tunnel structures, different room types, and the reasons the tunnels were built, the overall experience at each site has some differences.
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Tourist trap
Unfortunately the classic tourist trap All in all overcrowded, insufficient framing of the action, constant shooting noise, since you can shoot with an AK. From Saigon round trip took 6 hours - the time is not worth it.
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Unreal place on EARTH
I couldn't imagine there's a place like this on EARTH. I got in and tried to picture what the Vietcong had gone through down here inside these tunnels. I could only move inside the tunnel for 25meters - it's 25 METERS people, and I really had to get out, I couldn't take it anymore. And The Vietcong had been here for what? - decade!
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Stay away!
Stay away! I've booked a tunnel tour via The Hideout Hostal Saigon. Take off was scheduled for 1 pm the next. I was there 15 minutes before but they've already left. I've paid in advance. Nessless, to say I didn't get my money back.
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Amazing tour- not to be missed out on! Viet you are a star!
Visited the Cu Chi tunnels with this company and had the best, most memorable time. Our tour guide Viet was so charismatic & passionate in telling us the history of the war in Vietnam & gave us detailed accounts of how the Vietnamese people utilised the tunnels during the war. He showed us all of the hidden gems. Thank you so much!
1 people found this helpful
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Cu chi tunnels best place to visit
One of the most interesting place were war between Vietnam and America happened and with the Gorilla strategies Vietnam defeated America. There are various types of tunnels made by vietnamese, great strategies were made by Vietnamese to cambat the war. The war was continued for 20 long years,but ultimately due to persistent of vietnamese soldiers they could win the war. Aniruddha Kshire India
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Bawi
It's really happy for a trip.MINH THUAN is very patient and careful everything.He is good at explaining about Cu Chi Tunnel.That's why, If I have a chance,I want to go next time.I wish his company successed.
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interested
Cu Chi: A captivating blend of history and ingenuity. The tunnels reveal a remarkable chapter, leaving visitors in awe of Vietnam's resilience and innovation.
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Amazing and Educational, a must see
We did a private tour of the Cao Dai temple, BaDen Mount, and Cu Cho tunnels. The tunnels part of the tour was our personal favorite, very informative and amazing the hard work required to dig the tunnels.
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