Cu Chi Tunnels and Hidden Ho Chi Minh Day Tour

Departure Time: 7:00 AM

Finish Time: 5:30 PM

Part 1: The Cu Chi Tunnel Experience with Les Rives

Join Les Rives for an unforgettable journey to the Cu Chi Tunnels, one of Vietnam’s most significant war sites. Our Cu Chi Tunnels tour starts early at 7 am, giving you the chance to beat the crowds and explore the tunnels before the masses arrive.

Travel to the historic site in style aboard our modern speedboat, where you’ll learn about life on the river and take in the floating hyacinths as you glide through the waters. Once at Cu Chi, you’ll discover the tunnels’ complex network of underground bunkers and even crawl through an authentic Viet Cong tunnel.

After your exploration, savor a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch on the banks of the river before boarding our speedboat and returning to Ho Chi Minh City.

Part 2: Saigon local’s lifestyle with Vespa Adventures

At 1 pm, hop on the back of a vintage Vespa with Vietnam Vespa Adventures and experience the vibrant culture of Saigon’s streets. Cruise through bustling streets and explore hidden alleys to see sights that most tourists never get to see.

Learn about the local Chinese community and their traditional medicine practices, witness the customs and religious beliefs of the Vietnamese people, and experience the small family businesses that are the backbone of the city.

We’ll end the day with a visit to a hidden and peaceful Buddhist Pagoda that has yet to be discovered by other tourists.

The Hidden Ho Chi Minh day tour will conclude at around 4:30 pm, and Vietnam Vespa Adventures will drop you off at your hotel or residence.

Join us on this ultimate tour package for an adventure-filled day that will take you from the waterways of Saigon to the underground tunnels of Cu Chi. Experience the best of both worlds with Les Rives and Vietnam Vespa Adventures.

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7:00 am: Pick-up at the hotel and transfer to the city pier.

7:20 am: Then you will depart Saigon by speedboat. Within 15 minutes, the banks of the river change from city sprawl to lush jungle. A light breakfast of sandwiches or pastries, fresh tropical fruits and Vietnamese iced coffee (Ca phe sua da) is served, as your guide explains rural traditions and aspects of riverbank life.

8:50 am: Arrival to the Cu Chi Tunnels before the large groups of tourists. Watching an introductory “propaganda” video.

9:00 am: Exploring Cu Chi Tunnel site. Visiting booby traps exhibition, tunnels and bunkers, a firing range etc.

11:00 am: Traditional lunch at a riverside restaurant.

11:30 am: Departure from the Cu Chi Tunnels by boat.

1:00 pm: Arrival in HCMC and pick up by Vespa Adventures vintage scooters at the pier.

1:10 pm: City tour on the back of a Vespa, including visiting Chinese community, a stop at a Buddhist pagoda etc.

4:30 pm: Drop off at the hotel.

Please note that due to the individual nature of the tours, times are approximate and can vary slightly.

Inclusions: Light breakfast, lunch, unlimited refreshments and local fruit, English-speaking guide, all entrance fees, pickup and drop off at centrally located hotels, free ticket to visit  Saigon Skydeck – Bitexco Tower

Exclusions: Food and drinks (unless specified), gratuities (optional), bullets at shooting range (optional), surcharge for halal meal options (if required)

Please note we only pickup and drop off at hotel located in district 1 and district 3.

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Take Vespa tour to explore another Saigon after Cu Chi Tunnels tour

The Vespa tour of modern-day Ho Chi Minh City will give you a view of Saigon unlike anything you’ll see from a package tour, and much more of the city than you could see on your own. We’re longtime residents of Saigon, and we know exactly how to take in the must-see landmarks while also getting you off the crowded tourist trail for a peek at the history, the streets and the sights that most visitors never even hear about or see. Guests ride pillion behind our drivers.

What to know in advance of Cu Chi Tunnels and Hidden Ho Chi Minh Day Tour…

Bring your camera! There are amazing photo opportunities both traveling to and from Cu Chi tunnel location and at the actual site itself.

Please request vegetarian or Halal food options 24 hours in advance of your tour. Please note for Halal food a $10 surcharge will be incurred.

Soft drinks ( Coke Zero), matcha green tea, water and fruit provided during the boat journey are included in the overall price and not subject additional charge.

Les Rives will provide insect repellent, waterproof ponchos and umbrellas.

From November to February, we suggest you bring a jacket for the early starts.

We also recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, light clothing and a hat.

Some of the tunnels at Cu Chi have been enlarged, yet they can still be claustrophobic. However, there are always plenty of exits.

Please note that the abundant water hyacinth on the Saigon River can cause the boat to stall, meaning sometimes we’ll have to go at a gentler pace than usual. Occasionally there are slight delays.

We are happy to say that no tour is exactly the same with Les Rives, and as result scheduled times can vary slightly.

All guides speak excellent English and will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.