Real Cu Chi Tunnels - Ben Duoc less touristy Tunnels section

30 min
About this activity
• Kick start our day with a pleasant drive (60km) through the beautiful country dotted with paddy fields and rubber plantations.
• You are going to visit a massive underground network located near by the area once called "Iron Triangle" and was the termination of the Ho Chi Minh Trail. The tunnels were designed by local guerrillas as a “springboard for attacking Saigon.”
• The tunnels were used by Viet Cong guerrillas as hiding spots during combat, as well as serving as communication and supply routes, hospitals, food and weapon caches and living quarters for numerous guerrilla fighters.
• The role of the tunnel systems was so important to the Viet Cong in resisting American operations and protracting the war, and eventually persuading the weary Americans into withdrawal.
• After spending 2 hours at the tunnels for a short war documentary film, seeing other relevant displays, and getting through a short stage of the tunnels (optional), we will head off for Saigon (65km or 1.5 hours)
• 12:00pm: enjoy our late lunch at Pho Hoa – possibly best-ever Vietnamese rice-noodles soup with beef or chicken
Included
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Driver/guide
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (if option selected)
  • Private tour
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • TripAdvisor Experiences brokerage fee
  • Entry/Admission - Cu Chi Tunnels
Not included
  • Drinks
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 5 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Features
Tourism
95% Cultural
65% Original
20% Sport
20%
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