Cu-Chi Tunnel Tour: Explore Ben-Duoc Temple & Liberated Zone in Small-Group

Embark on a small-group tour to the Ben-Duoc tunnels and explore the lesser-known Ben-Duoc Temple and Liberated Zone. Discover the Vietnam War from a unique perspective and enjoy an authentic, budget-friendly experience.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Mekong River Tours [Asiana Link Travel] - Hotel pickup at 8:00am and leave Ho Chi Minh city, we drive about 1,5 hours through pleasant countryside to Cu Chi District.

Amidst the vibrant bustle of Sài Gòn’s streets, we set off towards the historic Củ Chi Tunnels, leaving behind the urban buzz for a journey through Việt Nam’s rich history and culture. We’ll be taking a brief pit stop at a local lacquerware factory to freshen up and use the restroom.

  • Khu Tái hiện Chiến tranh - War Life Simulation Zone - Upon arrival, You’ll first visit the Củ Chi Liberation Area Reconstruction Zone, which covers 50 hectares and recreates events from the country’s struggle during the war, including the periods of intense conflict. This zone offers a unique opportunity to witness firsthand how the war affected the daily lives of the people who lived and fought in Củ Chi between 1961 and 1972.
  • Cu Chi Tunnels - After that, we will spend around 1.5 – 2 hours in the tunnel area. Your visits will include, in no specific order:

Watch a brief propaganda video about the Việt Nam War to gain a deeper understanding of the Vietnamese perspective.

We’ll explore various underground bunkers, including a kitchen, meeting room, and ammunition storage, and also visit weapon and booby trap exhibitions during your visit.

Navigating the authentic VC tunnels, with optional choices of 20m, 60m, or 100m distances.

Visit to a shooting range where you can have the option to try firing AK47s and M16s (Please note that the cost of bullets is not included).

Experience the taste of local tea and tapioca, which sustained VC fighters during the war for years.

  • Ben Duoc Memorial Temple - This massive temple in memory of Vietnamese killed at Củ Chi, it is, at present, the largest war memorial in Việt Nam.

Your delicious five-course lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Savor the flavors of authentic Vietnamese cuisine while taking in the ambiance and hospitality of the locals.

After immersing ourselves in the rich history of Củ Chi Tunnels, we leave the site behind and journey back to Hồ Chí Minh City.

We’ll drop you back to pick-up point or somewhere in city center as your request.

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Vietnamese English-speaking guide
  • All fees and/or taxes
  • Bottled water
  • Snacks
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and Gratuities (recommended)
  • Drinks (beer, soft drinks…)
  • Travel insurance
  • Shooting fee (bullets)
Additional Information

We are the only company in Ho-Chi-Minh city to offer a small-group tour to Ben-Duoc tunnels, a non-touristy route for those who want to get insight of the Vietnam War. Bến Dược tunnels is about 20km farther away than popular-Bến-Đình area and attracts fewer foreign tourists. There is also a massive temple in memory of Vietnamese killed at Củ Chi, it is, at present, the largest war memorial in Việt Nam. If you are looking for an authentic experience to a less touristy site in a small budget, this package is a perfect choice for you.

Location
Mekong River Tours [Asiana Link Travel]
Tôn Thất Đạm
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Trail636730
Aug 19, 2024
Saigon August 2024 - What a fabulous time my cousin and I had in Saigon 14-18 August 2024. Our first time in Vietnam. All the tours were fantastic and the individuals that looked after us on our various tours were wonderful, always on time and delivered what was advertised. Special thanks to James, HJ and Sam our guides to CuChi, Mekong Delta, Foodie and Cooking Class tours. The tours themselves were very good value and transportation comfortable. Nothing was ever too much trouble and all guides were knowledgeable and generous with their information. Cannot recommend higher. Thankyou to Asiana Link Tours- will defiantly book them again. Marie and Maria
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E8088sqstevenh
Jul 19, 2024
Chu chi tunnels and liberation zone - What an experience and fantastic tour guide. Mr. Tung, our guide, gave us the best explanation...his knowledge about this area is amazing. Don't hesitate to book!
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Hugow441
Apr 20, 2024
Fantastic day trip! And even better guide! - I had an excellent time on the tour aided by a fantastic tour guide in Big Dave. He was extremely enthusiastic and knowledgeable while also making plenty of funny jokes making us all feel comfortable and at ease. Great day!
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Kerrieb947
Apr 17, 2024
Full CuChi Day - Experienced guide who balanced information, history and humour showing knowledge of Cu Chi, Saigon and Vietnam. Can highly recommend Big Dave. Safe driver and clear instructions made for a great day.
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Y2628hvfransv
Apr 14, 2024
Amazing day I will remember a long time! - What an amazing experience, would highly recommend! Our guide "Big Dave" was very knowledgeable and made the day a lot of fun. I felt the group was very well looked after throughout the whole day. Big Dave was professional and very helpful. I would happily recommend any of my friends visiting Vietnam to use his service and try this tour. - Also do yourself a favour and fire the M-16 XD - Hoorahhh Cheers Big Dave!
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550marilouc
Apr 14, 2024
We did the tunnel tour. It’s a good experience. - Big David is our tour guide from Asiana Link. His very informative, funny and helpful through out our tour. My husband and I are very grateful. Thank you David
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Carolw495
Apr 14, 2024
Great experience - We had an awesome day at the Tunnels. Our tour guide Big Dave, or as he likes to be called Handsome Dave was amazing, he was so informative and passionate about his job, but also very funny and really friendly, he made the whole experience very enjoyable. This is a must do tour when visiting Saigon, and hopefully you get Handsome Dave as your tour guide.
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Bryananthonyc2022
Apr 14, 2024
Great experience!!! - Excellent tour guide, very friendly and knows a lot about Vietnamese history, highly recommended our great friend BIG DAVE.
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314helen
Apr 3, 2024
Cu Chi tunnels is so much more than the war. - What an incredible experience. Making it even more enjoyable was our brilliant tour leader Stark. He has some much knowledge regarding Vietnam,it's history & culture. This tour is a must as you must except the fact about the Vietnam war. The fact that these tunnels are over 200km & 3 different levels. Make sure you go into the tunnels to have an idea of life underground.
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Berndk908
Jul 1, 2024
Great visit to Ben Duoc tunnels, but no liberation village. - The trip was very nice, Dana was a nice guide and very knowledgeable. We had a nice little group, only 5 people in total. In the way to the tunnels, we had a stop at a lacquer shop, which was OK. The people there are making really nice things, and while this stop was not really mentioned as part of the trip, it did not feel wrong, and you were no forced to buy anything. The things were really nice though, and you are supporting Agent Orange victims. The Ben Duoc tunnels were an awe-inspiring experience, the heat and tightness was oppressive, and we really could feel how hard it must have been back in the day. It was not very crowded when we were there, which was a plus. Unfortunately, we did not visit Liberation Village which was supposed to be part of the trip, and we were not told why. The lunch food was good, but not a must, if you have eaten Vietnamese food already.
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