Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1-day Tour with Small Group in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
During this tour you will Explore Cu Chi tunnels one of the most famous historical heritages in Viet Nam and enjoy a boat trip along Mekong River.
Highlights:
- Exploring Cu Chi tunnels one of the most famous historical heritages in Viet Nam
- Having a better understanding of how revolutionary soldiers lived and fought in the tunnel under harsh conditions in war time
- Taking a boat trip along the Mekong River and immersing yourself in the natural beauty of the tranquil southern Delta region
- Enjoying the folk music performed by the locals
- Having a taste of tropical fruits
- Getting closer with Southern Vietnamese and their daily life
Includes:
- PIck up and drop off ( just for the centrally located hotels in Dist1, HCMC)
- Transportation by a/c vehicle
- English speaking tour guide
- Boat trips and entrance fee in Mekong delta
- Lunch at local restaurant with Vietnamese cuisine
- Mineral water (2 bottle/pax/day)
Not included:
- Personal Expenses
- Tips
- Pick-up and drop off at the hotels is not centrally located
Please note: Chid's age is for 4-9 years old. Minimum persons for the booking - 2. Because of the traffic rule, the hotels/accommodations located in the alley will not serve the pick-up service. The exact pickup time in the above-prescribed ranges varies according to the position of the customers hotels. Pick-up starts 15 minute(s) before departure. Drop off time is subject to traffic, weather...so the finished time could be later than expecting.
Pick up at your hotel and depart for the trip. It will take about an hour and a half driving to Cu Chi. On arrival, through a short video, you are given an introduction of how Cu Chi Tunnels was made and Vietnamese people suffered the hardships during the period of war. Be taken to discover the remaining area and a part of the tunnel network which embraces special living areas kitchens and bedrooms side by side, and martial facilities weapon factories, storage, command centers, and field hospitals. Additionally, gain a chance to know about dangerous traps and hidden trap doors inside the maze-like tunnels for the guerrillas security purpose during the war time. Interestingly, taste special tea and cassava which was once the everyday food of the former Vietnamese guerrillas. Relax or take time to buy some souvenirs to recall a beautiful country that you have been to.
Take the bus and continue to visit My Tho city. After lunch at local restaurant, cruise along Tien River to see the fishing port, the traditional stilt houses and boat building workshops. You will be excited by the light breeze from the river and the natural beauty of four beautiful islands such as Dragon, Unicorn, Phoenix and Tortoise along the riverside. Explore the coconut candy mill, have the opportunity to get familiar with humorous, hospitable gardeners and much more. Take an interesting boat trip through the small canal under the shadow of the water coconut trees along the river. This will certainly be unforgettable experience when participating in the Mekong Delta tour. Finally, enjoy seasonal delicious fruits & honey tea. Get a chance to experience the Southern Vietnamese folk music which is performed by local people. Return to Ho Chi Minh City. Come back to your hotel around 19:00 PM. End the tour.