Spreading below Ho Chi Minh City, Cu Chi Tunnels connect to a broader network of tunnels that served the Viet Cong during the war against the United States. North Vietnamese fighters used the dark, insect- and disease-infested tunnels to avoid aerial attacks, hide, move troops and supplies, plan battles, and launch attacks. After the U.S. realized the importance of the tunnels to Viet Cong military strategy, it led a series of campaigns to infiltrate, bomb, and destroy them, a feat that proved largely unsuccessful. Numerous tour operators run visits to the tunnels; prepare for cramped spaces. Use our Ho Chi Minh City day trip planner to visit Cu Chi Tunnels on your trip to Ho Chi Minh City, and learn what else travelers and our writers recommend seeing nearby.
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Trung was our tour guide and he was brilliant. I would definitely recommend doing a tour with him and his company Kim Travel.
Trung was our tour guide and he was brilliant. I would definitely recommend doing a tour with him and his company Kim Travel. more »
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The first Visited the Cu Chi tunnels on a company tour of Vietnam. Very interesting, and well documented the underground life of the Vietcong during the war. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable...
The first Visited the Cu Chi tunnels on a company tour of Vietnam. Very interesting, and well documented the underground life of the Vietcong during the war. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable... more »
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This site is a great destination for family or friends outdoor activity, a bit of a drive out of city center, lots of things to see and learn. You can really spend a good half day walk around and explore or follow some random groups with tour guides, though I am not sure if there are English-speaking tour guide available but you can ask. I enjoy how many trees and plants this place have preserved. Definitely a short fun and interesting trip, with lots of things to see, and try some of the local food too. And make sure to bring mosquito repellent!
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Important part of history when visiting Ho Chi Minh (Saigon)! Book a tour and take the easy ride out from the city and see the well arranged tour of the tunnels. You can learn about how they were made and used, as well as see them for yourself and walk/crawl through some. Facilities are of course available. Goes beyond just the tunnels and lets you learn about more than just the tunnels. Includes a gun range too if you want to shoot M16/AK47 and more, but completely voluntary. Well worth the visit.
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