Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van

Summary Description

7:00am: Tour guide will meet you at the lobby of your hotel and after a short ride by comfortable minivan you will find yourself at Tan Cang Pier, where the adventure begins.

7:30am: You will board a modern and spacious speedboat and depart to the Cu Chi tunnels. When on board, enjoy a light breakfast of a Vietnamese sandwich Banh Mi with coffee or tea, while learning about a traditional way of life of the locals on the river and its banks.

8:45am: You will arrive to the Cu Chi Tunnels before the larger bus groups.

9:00am: Explore the Cu Chi site, which includes weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunitions etc.), a firing range and much more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters for years.

11:00am: When the Cu Chi tour is finished you will hop on Les Rives minivan and head to Cao Dai Temple.

12:00pm: Visit the Cao Dai Holy See Temple, a mixture of a few different religions, located in Tay Ninh province. Walk around the temple to see its marvelous and mysterious architecture and watch the noon mass.

1:30pm: On the way to Ho Chi Minh City, stop by a local restaurant for a delicious traditional lunch.

4:00pm: Arrive back to Saigon to be dropped off at your place of stay.

Please note that due to the individual nature of the tours, times are approximate and can vary slightly.

Description

This tour will let you visit in one day two most popular places of interest near Ho Chi Minh City: a historical site of Cu Chi Tunnels and a unique Cao Dai Temple that represents the world’s youngest and perhaps the most mysterious religion.

Included / Excluded
  • Breakfast & lunch
  • Unlimited refreshments and local fruit
  • English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off (only hotel in district 1, district 2 and district 3)
  • Tips
  • Other personal expenses
Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • Duration: 24h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Additional Information

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Dress code is smart casual
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

FAQ

What time does Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van start?

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Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van will start at 7:00 AM.

Which company provides Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van?

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Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van is hosted by Mekong River Cruise. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact on Tripadvisor.

How much is Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van?

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Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van price starts from $182.06.

What is the Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van cancellation policy?

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Cu Chi Tunnels and Cao Dai Temple by boat and van cancellation policy: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

Mekong River Cruise

About operator:

Mekong Delta is the southernmost region of Vietnam. It is often referred to as the rice bowl of Vietnam as it produces three harvests per year. The fertile Mekong Delta is also famous for its tropical fruits and flowers

Basic Information
  • Duration: 24 hours
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