From Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon City Private Tour

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ID: GYG563426-O-964972
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Country: Vietnam

Duration: 1 days


Description

Discover how Vietnamese people lived and fought underground during the Vietnam War, see the beautiful city with its hustle and bustle at night, admire the lavish rooms in the independent palace
With this trip, you can understand more about the history of Vietnam through the true story on the bloody battlefield, and you can discover most famous places in Ho Chi Minh City
To start this trip, Our tour guide will pick you up in front of your hotel
1 Cu Chi Tunnels:
•Cu Chi Tunnels will be the best choice for you to make you understand more about the history of Vietnamese people. One of the complex networks of spider-web-like tunnels is known as the underground city.
•You can see how Vietnamese guerrillas lived, resisted, and fought and how they used leaves to camouflage themselves during the war and how they created the secret refuge
•You will have the opportunity to go inside the narrow tunnel to truly feel how Vietnamese guerrillas on the bloody battlefield
•In addition, you can also watch short documentaries, authentic footage of the war recorded by brave cameraman
•Besides that, you can shoot with real bullets and real famous guns like AK-47, and M-60,….
•Finally, you will taste the flavor of tapioca that is cooked by the Hoang Cam stove - a special stove with the ability to hide smoke.
2 Saigon City
•You will visit Ben Thanh Market. This is one of the most famous markets in Ho Chi Minh, one of the places that attracts the most tourists. Because this place can clearly describe the bustling activities of a local market. You can feel the enthusiasm of the sellers and find diverse goods everywhere •Next, you will enjoy the splendid beauty of the Independence Palace. You will have the opportunity to admire the luxurious rooms surrounded by a large garden.
•You will discover secret rooms - where the President of Vietnam worked in history, and can see ancient and meticulous architectural works from the French period but very luxurious with unique interiors expensive and rare furniture, besides, you can understand more about Vietnamese history through true stories from the past. In addition, you will go to the War Museums. In this museum, you can see how Vietnamese people fought in the war along with the weapons that they used to fight, you can feel the pain and loss that Vietnamese people suffered during the war
•The next place you will visit is Saigon Notre Dame Cathedral. It is also known as “Saigon Cathedral” or “Cathedral of the Virgin Mary” and is a favorite spot for local couples to take wedding photos. You can admire ancient architectural works that have remained the same after many years
•You will go to the Central Post Office. This post office was designed by Gustave Eiffel - the man who created famous works such as the Eiffel Tower, you can admire classical architecture along with exquisite patterns from the French period right in the center of Saigon
•Finally, you will arrive at the Jade Emperor Pagoda. This is one of the holiest temples to pray for their career or love, especially for having babies. Visit here is a great chance for you to discover the real Asian worship culture.
End Cu Chi Tunnels & Saigon City Tour

Highlights

  • Go to Ben Thanh market to feel the bustle of the local market
  • Feel the pain and loss that Vietnamese people suffered in War Museums
  • Discover the classic rooms with luxurious interiors from the French period
  • Explore secret hideouts and networks of tunnels as intricate as a spider's web
  • Taste the main dish which locals ate during the war time

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Hotel pick-up and drop-off
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.