Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Full-Day Small Group Tour

1. Day 1: Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta Discovery

   07:00 – 07:30 | Hotel Pickup: Pick up from centrally located hotels in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. Meet your English-speaking guide and depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels by air-conditioned van or bus. The journey takes approximately 1.5 hours.

   Morning | Cu Chi Tunnels Exploration

   • Arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network that played a significant role during the Vietnam War.
   • Watch an introductory documentary explaining how the tunnels were constructed and how Vietnamese people survived under challenging wartime conditions.
   • Explore the remaining sections of the underground tunnel system, including living quarters, kitchens, bedrooms, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers.
   • Discover concealed trapdoors and defensive traps designed to protect the tunnel network during the war.
   • Enjoy a tasting of cassava and tea, traditional wartime foods associated with guerrilla soldiers, followed by a short break.

   Lunch | Traditional Vietnamese Cuisine: Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant featuring authentic Vietnamese dishes.

   Afternoon | My Tho & Mekong Delta Exploration

   • Continue your journey to My Tho, a gateway to the beautiful Mekong Delta region.
   • Board a boat for a scenic cruise along the Tien River, enjoying the gentle river breeze and picturesque countryside landscapes.
   • Admire the four famous islands along the river: Dragon Island, Unicorn Island, Phoenix Island, and Tortoise Island.
   • Experience a peaceful hand-rowed sampan ride through narrow canals surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, offering a closer look at the natural beauty and rural atmosphere of the Mekong Delta.
   • Visit a traditional coconut candy workshop and discover how local coconut sweets are made.
   • Enjoy a tasting of seasonal tropical fruits and honey tea, highlighting the region's local produce.
   • Listen to a performance of Southern Vietnamese traditional folk music presented by local artists.

   Return to Ho Chi Minh City: After exploring the Mekong Delta, travel back to Ho Chi Minh City.

   19:00 | Tour Ends: Scheduled drop-off at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. Actual arrival time may vary depending on traffic and weather conditions.

Important information

• Tour price includes

  Included

  • Transportation by air-conditioned van or bus.
  • Pickup and transfer from centrally located hotels in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide.
  • Entrance fees to attractions included in the itinerary.
  • One Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant.
  • Mineral water.
  • Boat trip along the Tien River.
  • Sightseeing activities as described in the itinerary, including the sampan ride through the Mekong Delta canals.
  • Seasonal tropical fruit tasting and honey tea.

  Not Included

  • Personal expenses and tips.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Beverages and other services not specifically mentioned in the inclusions.
• Good to know

  Tour Information

  • Group size: 12 people.
  • Hotel pickup time: 07:00 – 07:30.
  • Scheduled drop-off time: 19:00.
  • The tour operates with air-conditioned van or bus transportation.

  Pickup & Drop-Off Information

  • Pickup and transfer services are available only for centrally located hotels and accommodations in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
  • Travelers are responsible for arriving on time. The tour operator is not responsible for guest lateness.
  • The scheduled drop-off time is subject to traffic and weather conditions. The tour may finish later than expected.

  Infant Policy

  • Infant rates apply provided infants do not occupy a separate seat, subject to the stated tour inclusions.
  • Guests traveling with one or more infants must inform the supplier at the time of booking.

  Cancellation Policy

  • A 100% cancellation charge applies.