The self-guided Cu Chi tunnels tour is designed to provide you with the freedom to explore this fascinating site on your own terms. Starting and ending in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), this tour includes pick-up and drop-off at your hotel by a comfortable 7-seater SUV. This means you can travel to the Cu Chi tunnels with ease, without having to worry about transportation or navigating the city’s busy streets.

Upon arrival at the Cu Chi tunnels, you can watch a short introduction video that provides valuable information about how the tunnels were constructed and how the people living there survived the harsh conditions of the war. This background information will help you better understand the significance of the tunnels and the ingenuity of the people who built and used them.

After watching the video, you are free to explore the tunnels and the surrounding area at your own pace. The tunnels are a marvel of engineering, with specially constructed living areas, including kitchens and bedrooms, located alongside other essential military facilities such as storage rooms, weapons factories, field hospitals, and command centers. These facilities allowed those living inside the tunnels to meet their basic needs while remaining hidden from the enemy.

As you wander through the maze-like tunnels, you’ll encounter hidden trap doors and dangerous traps, designed for security purposes during the war. This intricate network of tunnels provides a fascinating insight into the tactics and strategies employed by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.

When you’ve finished exploring the tunnels, you can sample some of the special tea and cassava that sustained the guerillas during the war. This unique tasting experience offers a glimpse into the daily life of those who lived and fought in the Cu Chi tunnels.

Afterward, you’ll have some time to relax and reflect on your visit before deciding whether to try your hand at shooting a real gun at the nearby shooting range (additional fees apply). This optional activity provides a thrilling and immersive experience for those interested in the military history of the Cu Chi tunnels.

Once you’ve completed your self-guided Cu Chi Tunnels Tour, the 7-seater SUV will transport you back to Saigon, bringing your fascinating journey to an end. The self-guided Cu Chi tunnels tour offers an unforgettable experience that combines history, adventure, and the opportunity to explore one of Vietnam’s most significant historical sites at your own pace.