Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta full day small group tour

Tours Itinerary

This full-day tour offers a perfect blend of historical exploration and cultural immersion, making it an unforgettable experience:

From 6:45 - 7:30 am: start your adventure with a convenient pick-up by van from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City center, accompanied by an English-speaking tour guide who will be with you throughout the journey. The drive to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels takes approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, begin your exploration with an introductory video that explains the construction of the tunnels and how the Vietnamese people endured the harsh wartime conditions.

Next, delve into the extensive tunnel network, featuring living spaces such as kitchens and bedrooms, along with essential military facilities like weapons workshops, field hospitals, and command centers. Uncover hidden trap doors and ingenious defensive traps that ensured security during the war. Take a break to savor special tea and cassava, the staple food that sustained guerrilla fighters during the conflict.

After your visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, continue your journey to My Tho City, where you will embark on a scenic boat trip on the Tien River. Have lunch at a local restaurant. Delight in the gentle breeze and the natural beauty of the Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix, and Tortoise Islands along the riverside.

Experience the serene countryside with a sampan cruise through small canals and a short cycling tour around a local village. Visit a coconut candy workshop, and savor seasonal fruits and honey tea. Enjoy traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music performed by local artists.

Conclude your memorable day with a relaxing return journey to Ho Chi Minh City. Passengers will be dropped off at their hotels in the city center at approximately 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM.