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Cu Chi Tunnels

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Cu Chi Tunnels
4.5
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#1 of 285 things to do in Ho Chi Minh City
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07:00 - 18:00
Monday
07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
07:00 - 18:00
Thursday
07:00 - 18:00
Friday
07:00 - 18:00
Saturday
07:00 - 17:00
Sunday
07:00 - 18:00
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On your guided tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels, you’ll learn about the history of this underground system. The tunnels were dug during the Vietnam War by Viet Cong soldiers as a way to move undetected and launch surprise attacks. Experience the tight squeeze firsthand by crawling through the tunnels, and fire assault rifles at the shooting range after. Pack bug spray and dress for hot and humid weather, arriving earlier in the day to beat the crowds and the afternoon sun. It's not recommended to visit the tunnels after a downpour, as the area will get very muddy. – Tripadvisor
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Gregory L
5 contributions
A great had by all
May 2023 • Couples
Awesome day, educational and fun...Toan our guide was very informative with very good English our driver Hung was very safe and competent. The food we had for lunch was fresh and tasty, I recommend this to anyone who wants to do something more than just hang in HMC, the tunnels where fascinating the Meekong delta enjoyable and fun
Review of: Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Full Day Tours
Written 29 May 2023
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Kshitij n
Bengaluru, India86 contributions
A definite must-do while in Ho Chi Minh
May 2023
The tunnels were one of the highlights of our entire Vietnam trip. I am surprised that not many people visit the tunnels when they go to Ho Chi Minh city. This is definitely a must-do in my opinion. The entire tunnel complex is more than 250km long and was constructed over a period of 20 years during the war. It is quite unbelievable how the guerillas lived in these narrow tunnels, and developed innovative techniques to avoid detection. Almost everything is made using materials captured during the war as the guerillas didnt have access to much metal, rubber etc. Massive bomb craters dot the landscape giving a stark reminder of the the grim history of the place.
Review of: Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Full Day Tours
Written 29 May 2023
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Spencer
Sydney, Australia8 contributions
Network of tunnels
May 2023 • Couples
This network of tunnels, built by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War, is a must-see for anyone looking for an adventurous day out.
The tunnels were impressively well-built, with living quarters, kitchens, and even hospitals. It was incredible to see how the Viet Cong were able to survive underground for so long. I was also amazed by the ingenuity of the traps they had set up to protect themselves from the enemy.
The tour guides were knowledgeable and friendly, and they gave us a great insight into the history of the tunnels. We even had the chance to crawl through a few of the tunnels ourselves!
Written 27 May 2023
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Cattabriga
3 contributions
Awe-inspiring Cu Chi Tunnels
May 2023
The Cu Chi Tunnels are a remarkable testament to the resilience and courage of the Vietnamese people. Visiting the tunnels is an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. The tunnels were used as an underground network of passageways for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. They were also used for weapon storage, communication, and air vents. The tunnels are incredibly well-preserved and you can easily imagine what it must have been like for the Viet Cong during the war. The tunnels are awe-inspiring and you can't help but be amazed by the ingenuity of the Viet Cong in creating such a complex network of tunnels. The tour guides are knowledgeable and friendly and will take you through the tunnels, explaining the history and significance of the tunnels. You will also get to visit the shooting range where you can fire a real gun! Visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels is an unforgettable experience that will stay with you for a lifetime. It is a remarkable testament to the resilience and courage of the Vietnamese people and an awe-inspiring reminder of the ingenuity of the Viet Cong.
Written 24 May 2023
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Amy B
Tasmania, Australia1 contribution
Kevin is the best!
May 2023 • Couples
Loved this tour! Kevin was so friendly and informative. Highly recommend for anyone who loves learning about history.
Review of: Cu Chi Tunnels - Half Day Luxury Tours
Written 23 May 2023
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Lovgren
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A Glimpse Into French Colonialism and Booby Traps
May 2023
The Cu Chi Tunnels, located in Vietnam, are an impressive reminder of the French Colonialism and the Vietnam War. The tunnels are a vast network of underground passages, spanning over 250 km, and were used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. One of the most remarkable aspects of the tunnels is the booby traps that were set up to protect the Viet Cong from their enemies. From punji stakes to tripwire explosives, the ingenuity of the traps is truly amazing. Visitors to the tunnels can also get a better understanding of the daily life of the Viet Cong, as the tunnels were used for living quarters, storage, and even hospitals. Exploring the tunnels is an unforgettable experience, and one that will stay with you for a long time.
Written 23 May 2023
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ibnubatutta
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia53 contributions
War Memorial
May 2023 • Couples
We crawled in the narrow 20m tunnel and realised how difficult life was for the North Vietnamese soldiers and how wonderful it is now to have a united Vietnam.
Written 22 May 2023
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kum28
Bengaluru, India205 contributions
Vietnamese Gorilla warfare which dammed the Americans
Short of time on our Saigon experience someone said drop Cu Chi. Cannot remember who it was, but surely not the one who knew or was a well wisher.

The best place to go to when in Saigon. Drop city tour, if possible skip Mekong delta even but not the Cu Chi. Amazing example of an evolved architecture of the tunnel system. Improvisations which will amaze you from how Vietnamese evaded the Americans and trapped them to their doom in crazy traps created for them.

They say cu chi tunnels had so profound effect on American soldiers who experienced it and lived that they lost their minds along with the limbs which would have never come out in one piece if you enter cu chi.

The tunnels were living quarters running up to 10-15 meters underground replete with ventilation bamboo shafts, chambers to snuffle cooking smoke, Saigon sandals cut from tyres which could be worn two ways, geometric excellence to contain a baby’s cries inside the tunnel not to alarm the Americans.

You cannot enter any tunnel if you weight anything more than 35-40 kgs as a grown up while for tourists they have made double the size sample tunnels. The Viet Cong soldiers were fed meagre food. Sometimes only a tapioca diet for a year or more which made them skeletal. Too much to see in amazement the best orchestrated battlefield of gorilla warfare.

And to top it all you can fire a Klasinikov or a carbine or a M-16 with real bullets. Another first time pleasant surprise for me to experience.
Review of: Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Full Day Tours
Written 21 May 2023
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Rick M
Albany, Australia125 contributions
Cu Chi Cuchi Coo
You see some really cool things and some horrific things as well. They show you an old propaganda film that is so devoid of facts it’s hilarious. Our tour guide was great, but had no idea what was fact or fiction. We learnt that North Vietnam and America were the only warring parties, the South wasn’t involved. Also, it wasn’t a civil war, which became obvious when you consider South Vietnam wasn’t in it. It was a great tour despite the fictional information provided.
Review of: Cu Chi Tunnels - Half Day Luxury Tours
Written 20 May 2023
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ABeh
Singapore, Singapore329 contributions
worth your visit
May 2023
informative tour. enthusasitc tour guide and got the chance to go through the tunnel; sweating and leg muscle aching
Written 18 May 2023
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CU CHI TUNNELS (Ho Chi Minh City) - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go

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Cu Chi Tunnels is open:
  • Sun - Fri 07:00 - 18:00
  • Sat - Sat 07:00 - 17:00
Buy tickets in advance on Tripadvisor. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund.
Cu Chi Tunnels admission prices can vary. Entrance tickets currently cost €17.61, while a popular guided tour starts around €15.69 per person. See all 424 Cu Chi Tunnels tickets and tours on Tripadvisor
Cu Chi Tunnels can be crowded, so we recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 424 Cu Chi Tunnels tickets and tours on Tripadvisor