Description
A half-day visit Cu Chi Tunnel lead you learn about the war history in Southern Vietnam and explore the gigantic tunnel system. There are many interesting sights such as clinics, storage facilities, weapons factories, kitchen, warehouse, office, conference room, hospitals, and command centers. ... The Cu Chi tunnels were the location of several military campaigns during the Vietnam War and were the Viet Cong’s base of operations for the Tet Offensive in 1968.
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Besides being the hustle and bustle of an economic hub, Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) embraces historical vestiges appealing to both domestic and international tourists. Cu Chi Tunnels are one of the most significant relics of the city, offering first-hand experiences inside the massive underground cave and interesting insights into the lives of Vietnamese soldiers during the war.
Nowadays, Cu Chi Tunnel become one of the top things to do in Ho Chi Minh city for visitors. Join our tour now to discover this war vestige.
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Itinerary
Our driver/ guide will pick you up from the hotels which are located in district 1. If your hotel is out of district 1, we will meet at our meeting point at 90 Bui Vien street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh city.
When we first arrive Cu Chi Tunnel, our guide will show you the documentary film. You can watch to understand about how Vietnamese soliders survived during the war. Additionally, the video will also introduce how tunnels constructed in the past.
Next, you will have a chance to know, see and discover the system of tunnels deep underground, can withstand the destructive power of the bomb attack from the US military. The air is taken into the tunnel through the vents. It includes 3 levels: from the ground to the first floor is 3m deep, next the second floor is deep 6m and the third floor is deeper than 12m. Tour guide will show how the tunnel works.
Visit a command center where visitors can eat meals that the Viet Cong fighters had eaten such as rice, typically steamed tapioca and hot tea
Discover Hoang Cam smoke-less stove, secret hide-outs, fighting bunkers, dangerous booby traps and rice paper workshop
Then, you will be served special tea and cassava which are guerrilla’s food during the war.
You have a break time to relax or try shooting a variety of Vietnam War era weapons such as the M16 rifle or AK-47, as well as a light machine gun like the M60
Finish the tour, the bus will take you back to your hotel in Ho Chi Minh city center.