Cu Chi Tunnels Tour With A War Veteran

Cu Chi Tunnels Phu My port Saigon port Hiep Phuoc port Ho Chi Minh City

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Overview

Duration:6 hours 0 minutes
Travelers:18 guests
Tour Type:Day Tour
Language:English

Embark on an extraordinary journey into the famed underground network crafted by courageous Vietnamese soldiers in the 1940s. During this remarkable trip, you'll have the rare opportunity to meet Uncle Chia, a local war veteran who bravely lived in the tunnels since the age of 14. Be sure to arrange your private meeting with him in advance, as his time is precious. This unforgettable full-day experience invites you to engage with a real guerrilla veteran, allowing you to ask any burning questions you may have. Following your meeting, you'll wander through the surrounding woods with a knowledgeable private guide, who will share valuable insights to deepen your understanding of Vietnam's rich history, ensuring that every moment of your journey is significant.

Private meeting with a war veteran who used to live inside the tunnels
Enjoy a scenic drive out of Saigon through the lush countryside area
Stop at the rubber plantations for photos and learn about the rubber industry and local life
See the documentary movie made in 1960s
Tour the tunnels with a private knowledgeable tour guide

Includes/Excludes

Air-conditioned comfortable vehicle for transportations
Experienced English-speaking tour guide escort
Meeting permit fee with the veteran
Entrance fee at the tunnels
Cold bottled water and wet tissues during the tour

Gratuities for driver and tour guide
Personal expenses and shopping
Lunch & other meals

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 72 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

Tour starts / Pick-up from:

Your driver and tour guide will pick you up at the hotel lobby. Please share your hotel's name and address so we can arrange the pick-up accordingly. Otherwise, the meeting point will be in front of the Saigon Opera House as scheduled.

Scenic Drive To Cu Chi Tunnels

This amazing scenic drive from the downtown of Saigon to the Cu Chi tunnels will be approximately 1.5 hour, this will depend on the traffic of the day.

Private Talk & Meeting With A War Veteran - Uncle Nam Chia

Upon arrival, be greeted and welcomed by Uncle Nam Chia, a war veteran who survived the war when spending his youth inside the tunnels since he was 14 years old. A general explanation of the war will be given first, followed by the Q&A part with the war veteran. Next, you will take a guided private tour to explore, learn and see the real tunnels including of tunnels secret entrance, fighting trench, the tank shield M41, the weapon gallery. Head back to the city downtown after the tour.