Embark on one of the most immersive Vietnam tours with a visit to the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, located just 60km from Ho Chi Minh City. This remarkable destination is a must-see for those seeking authentic Vietnam adventures, offering a deep dive into the country's wartime history and resilience.
The Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network stretching over 200km, played a legendary role during the Vietnam War. Once functioning as hidden underground cities, they housed trap doors, living quarters, storage units, weapon factories, field hospitals, command centers, and kitchens—an impressive testament to human ingenuity in times of conflict.
Today, Cu Chi offers a striking contrast between the serenity of rural Vietnam and the remnants of its turbulent past. As you journey through lush rice paddies and spot ducks and water buffaloes along quiet country roads, it’s hard to imagine the devastation that once plagued this now-tranquil region. Evidence of the fierce battles fought here in the 1960s, when Cu Chi was known as a "Free Target Zone," remains etched in the landscape.
This Vietnam adventure begins in the morning with a short documentary introducing how the tunnels were constructed and used during the war. You’ll then spend an hour navigating the tunnels yourself—an unforgettable experience. Conclude your tour with a taste of guerrilla life by enjoying tea and cassava, the staple food of wartime fighters, before returning to Saigon.
Discover the resilience and history that make Vietnam tours so unique—Cu Chi awaits.