Hiep Phuoc Port: Cu Chi Tunnels and War Remnants Museum Tour
ID: GYG186837-288627
Category:
Country: Vietnam
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Learn how the Viet Cong fighters navigated a network of war tunnels, exploring and crawling through the Cu Chi Tunnels. You will then gain a different perspective on the Vietnam War, by touring through the harrowing War Remnants Museum.
After being collected from your cruise ship port, you will make your way in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to the Cu Chi Tunnels. These networks are a reminder of the ingenious designs needed to survive in these tight-squeezing tunnels during war-torn times. You can opt to crawl through the 100-meter tunnels to get a feel for what the soldiers had to endure, or simply walk around the scenic site, taking in the historical and cultural importance of this war remnant. You can also discover the kitchens hidden around the tunnels, and sample the food the Viet Cong ate during the war. Nowadays the tunnels have been widened slightly for tourists, so it won’t be such a tight squeeze! This experience offers an inspiring insight into human perseverance during the challenges of war.
Next, we make our way to a rubber tapping facility where we will learn how latex is extracted from a rubber tree. Vietnam is the world’s third-biggest natural rubber producer, and this stop offers a fantastic insight into the process! We will make a short stop to sample a traditional lunch of Pho or Banh Mi.
After lunch, you will move on to the War Remnants Museum. Offering an alternative perspective, the war museum shows the devastating effects of war on the civilian population. The museum is a favorite with tourists, as it offers never-before-seen material and an entirely alternate perspective. The Requiem Gallery is the gem of this museum, where you can see historic photos taken by famed international war photographers such as Tim Page or Larry Burrows. Although sometimes upsetting, the display is essential for understanding the horrors of the Vietnam War, and also the endurance and perseverance of a nation. Following the museum, you will be promptly returned back to your port, marking the end of your tour.
Highlights
- Pick-Up & Drop-Off From Hiep Phuoc Port
- Visit and crawl through the fascinating underground bunkers
- Tour a rubber tapping facility
- Explore the War Remnants Museum
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• All private tours are approximately 8 hours or longer depending on your time constraints. At the end of the private tour, you will be returned on-time to board the cruise ship
• Please ensure you dress respectfully
• White or bright clothes are not recommended as you will be crawling in the narrow tunnels and may get dirty
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Hiep Phuoc Port, Ho Chi Minh City
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.