Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels 1-Day Tour (HCM-CC-1D-001)

Exploring the Historical & Cultural Soul of Saigon

📍 07:30 – 08:00 | A New Adventure Begins
Your day starts as our air-conditioned bus picks you up from your hotel in Central District 1. As you watch the city wake up, with street vendors preparing fresh bánh mì and locals enjoying their morning cà phê sữa đá, you’ll feel the energy of Saigon welcoming you to an unforgettable journey.

🏛️ Independence Palace – The Power of History

Our first stop is the Independence Palace, where history was written. Step into the grand halls where presidents once walked, and imagine the final moments of the Vietnam War, when a North Vietnamese tank crashed through the gates in 1975, marking the country’s reunification. Walk through the underground war rooms, secret tunnels, and command centers that played a crucial role in Vietnam’s past.

⛪ Notre Dame Cathedral – A Touch of France in Vietnam

Next, we visit Notre Dame Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece built in the 19th century by the French. Its soaring twin bell towers and stunning stained-glass windows transport you to a different era, a reminder of Vietnam’s deep colonial history. Feel the peaceful atmosphere as you stand in front of this magnificent landmark, surrounded by the buzzing city.

📮 Ho Chi Minh City Post Office – A Classic Beauty by Gustave Eiffel

Right across the street is the Saigon Central Post Office, an iconic symbol of the city. Designed by Gustave Eiffel, the mastermind behind the Eiffel Tower, this yellow-painted, grand old post office is still in operation today. Step inside to admire its grand arched ceilings, old wooden telephone booths, and a massive map of old Saigon.

🎖️ War Remnants Museum – Stories That Must Be Told

This stop will take you deep into the heart of Vietnam’s struggle. The War Remnants Museum holds powerful photographs, aircraft wreckage, and wartime artifacts that tell the stories of the Vietnam War from a perspective rarely found elsewhere. The emotions are raw, the history is painful, but this experience is a must for anyone wanting to understand Vietnam’s resilience and strength.

🍽️ Vietnamese Lunch & Short Break

After an insightful morning, we stop at a local restaurant for a delicious Vietnamese lunch. Savor authentic flavors while reflecting on the incredible history you've just explored. Take a short break before we head to our next adventure—the legendary Cu Chi Tunnels.

Into the Underground World of Cu Chi Tunnels

📍 13:00 | Depart for Cu Chi – The Path of the Guerrillas
As we leave the city behind, the landscape transforms into lush green countryside. Rice fields stretch toward the horizon, and small villages appear along the roadside. One hour later, we arrive at Cu Chi, where an entirely different world awaits beneath our feet.
🕳️ Cu Chi Tunnels – The Underground Fortress of War
Before stepping into the tunnels, we begin with a short documentary, revealing the incredible ingenuity and endurance of the Vietnamese guerrilla fighters. You’ll see the hand-dug tunnels that once stretched over 250 kilometers, where soldiers lived, strategized, and fought for years.
Now, it’s your turn to experience it:
✅ Walk through secret entrances hidden in the jungle.
✅ See self-made weapons, bamboo traps, and underground kitchens.
✅ Crawl inside a real section of the tunnels (if you dare!).
✅ Learn how guerrilla forces survived bombings and hardships.
The Cu Chi Tunnels are a testament to the power of determination, where simple tools and human willpower outmatched modern warfare.
🍚 Local Traditions – From Rice Paper to Cassava
Discover how local villagers make rice paper and rice wine, two essentials of Vietnamese cuisine. And don’t miss the chance to taste steamed cassava, the staple food that fueled Vietnamese fighters during the war.
🔫 Shooting Range – Test Your Skills (Optional Experience)
Ever wondered what it’s like to fire an AK-47? At the Cu Chi shooting range, you can try handling legendary weapons used during the war. (Additional cost: 600,000 VND per bullet).

🌆 17:30 | Return to Ho Chi Minh City
After an eye-opening journey through Vietnam’s past and present, we board the bus back to the city. As the sun sets over Saigon’s skyline, you'll return not just with memories, but with a deeper understanding of Vietnam’s history and resilience.
Drop-off at your hotel or our office in District 1. Tour ends.