Cu Chi Tunnels & Ben Duoc Temple Tour

From$56
8 hours
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

About this activity

Discover Vietnam's rich history on a full-day tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels and Ben Duoc Temple, including transportation, lunch, and expert guidance.

Highlights

  • Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels
  • Visit the Ben Duoc Temple
  • Learn about Vietnam's wartime history
  • Enjoy a traditional Vietnamese lunch
  • Experience local culture and architecture

Full description

Dive into Vietnam's captivating history with a full-day tour to the Cu Chi Tunnels and Ben Duoc Temple. Begin your journey with convenient round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City, ensuring a comfortable and hassle-free experience. Upon arrival, an English-speaking guide will lead you through the intricate Cu Chi Tunnels, offering insights into their strategic significance during the Vietnam War. Next, visit the Ben Duoc Temple, a serene site that honors the resilience and spirit of the Vietnamese people. Savor a traditional Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, providing a taste of the country's rich culinary heritage. This tour offers a comprehensive and immersive experience, blending historical exploration with cultural appreciation, making it an unforgettable addition to your travel itinerary.

Included / Excluded

  • Round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City
  • English-speaking guide
  • Lunch at a local restaurant
  • Entrance fees to Cu Chi Tunnels and Ben Duoc Temple
  • Personal expenses and gratuities

Meeting point

Start Location

Mekong River Tours [Asiana Link Travel], 60 Tôn Thất Đạm, Bến Nghé, Quận 1, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour involves walking through narrow and uneven tunnels; consider your comfort with confined spaces.
  • Photography may be restricted in certain areas; always ask for permission before taking photos.
  • Be prepared for a full day of activities; ensure you have the energy and interest for the entire tour.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
  • Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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Unforgettable Tour of the Cu Chi Tunnels with Nguyên ❤️🇻🇳 We highly recommend Nguyên as a guide.

Nguyên was the best Guide We Could Have Wished For ❤️🇻🇳 We cannot recommend Nguyên highly enough. Our experience with him was absolutely incredible and definitely one of the highlights of our time in Vietnam. He is so much more than just a tour guide. He is an incredibly knowledgeable and passionate person with a genuinely kind heart who truly loves sharing his country and culture with others. What made our time with him so special was the depth of his knowledge and the way he shared everything with us. We learned so much about the fascinating history of Vietnam as well as religion and traditions and everyday life. He helped us understand the cultural differences and all the unique details that make Vietnam such a special country. He did not just tell us facts or repeat information from a guidebook. He gave us real insights and shared meaningful stories that helped us see and understand Vietnam from a completely different perspective. Every conversation was interesting and authentic and truly eye opening. We especially appreciated his openness and honesty and patience. You can really feel how much he cares about his country and about giving his guests an unforgettable experience. If you have the chance to explore Vietnam with Nguyên you should absolutely do it. He is a wonderful and also funny person and an exceptional guide. People like him are what make traveling so meaningful and memorable. Nguyên thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness and your time and all the wonderful stories and knowledge you shared with us. You made our day truly unforgettable and we will remember this experience for a very long time. We would recommend Nguyên to absolutely everyone visiting Vietnam.

dianasZ1604MZOct 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

I like this experience and hope to come back again in Vietnam with my friends.

It's amazing experience and never forget

574onghOct 17, 2026TRIPADVISOR

The best of all day tours in Saigon

What an incredible tour! Cu Chi tunnels were way more than I expected, I could have spent a whole day at that place. It’s vast, beautiful, intriguing, sad, all emotions at once. Big thanks to my guide Hung who made the whole experience even more special. 100% recommended!

MsolSFOct 11, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Cu Chi Tunnels

Our guide Tony was very knowledgeable and helpful

tomk51Sep 30, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour of the tunnels

Joey was a wonderful guide. Given us a lot of knowledge also from Vietnam history in addition to the tunnels.

alised920Sep 8, 2026TRIPADVISOR