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Cu Chi Tunnels Eco Boat Tour

Cu Chi, Ho Chi Minh, Southern Vietnam
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Duration

1 Day

Departure

Ho Chi Minh City

Tour type

Vietnam Tour

Tour Overview

CU CHI TUNNELS ECO BOAT TOUR

Ho Chi Minh City – Saigon River – Cu Chi Tunnels – Ho Chi Minh City

The Cu Chi Tunnels Eco Boat Tour offers a refined and scenic journey to the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels, combining river cruising comfort with powerful historical discovery. Travel by modern eco-speedboat along the tranquil Saigon River, avoiding road congestion while enjoying open-air views before arriving at one of Vietnam’s most significant wartime landmarks.

More than just a historical visit, the tour offers an immersive insight into Vietnam’s wartime heritage, where guests can explore underground tunnels, uncover hidden defense systems, and experience the daily life of guerrilla fighters.

As experts in the inbound tourism industry, we are committed to designing the safest, most luxurious, and memorable experiences exclusively for international visitors. Turn this historic journey into an unforgettable historical exploration.

Highlights:

  • Speedboat Journey: Relaxing, scenic ride along Saigon River, avoiding road congestion.
  • Explore Cu Chi Tunnels: 200 km underground network used during the Vietnam War.
  • Historical Documentary: Gain insight into the tunnel construction and wartime survival.
  • Trapdoors & Booby Traps: See original wartime defensive mechanisms.
  • Crawl Through Real Tunnels: Experience underground bunkers, kitchens, and shelters.
  • Cassava & Tea Tasting: Traditional guerrilla snack from wartime Vietnam.
  • Optional Shooting Range Experience: Try authentic weapons such as AK-47 & M16 (extra cost).

Itinerary

Day 01

Cu Chi Tunnel Ecotour Itinerary

08:00 – 08:30: Pick up from hotels in District 1 → Transfer to pier.

08:30: Depart by eco speedboat. Enjoy light snacks and river scenery.

10:00: Arrive at Cu Chi (Ben Dinh).

  • Watch a short documentary
  • Explore the tunnel network:
    • Living quarters
    • Weapon workshops
    • Trapdoors & ventilation shafts
    • Hidden bunkers
  • Taste cassava & tea
  • Optional: Shooting range (personal expense)

12:00: Board the boat and return to Ho Chi Minh City.

14:30: Arrive back at the pier → Transfer to hotels. End of services.

What's Included

Included

  • Speedboat round-trip transfer
  • English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Light snacks on the boat
  • Cassava & tea tasting
  • 1 bottle of mineral water

Excluded

  • Travel insurance
  • Optional shooting range fees
  • Extra drinks, additional food
  • Personal expenses & tips

Note regarding the Cu Chi Tunnels Eco Boat Tour:

  • Daily departure: (min. 4 guests)
  • Pick-up service: Hotels in District 1 (except Sai Gon Ward & Tan Dinh Ward). Guests outside District 1 must meet at the meeting point (112 Tran Hung Dao St., Ben Thanh Ward) by 07:30 (morning option).

Children Policy:

  • Under 3 years: Free of charge (sharing with parents).
  • 4–9 years: 85% of adult rate (sharing with parents).
  • Above 9 years: Adult rate applies.
  • Max. 1 free child per 2 paying adults; extra children pay full rate.

Cancellation Policy:

  • Less than 24 hours before departure → 100% charge.

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