Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour
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Is Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour worth booking?
Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour is a 9-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $45 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 29 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (29)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $45 per person
If you don't have a lot of time in Sai Gon, so why don't you go to Cu Chi tunnels and Mekong Delta together? This is the best itinerary to explore 2 famous places in the South of Vietnam. The Best Combination Tour depart
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About this experience
If you don't have a lot of time in Sai Gon, so why don't you go to Cu Chi tunnels and Mekong Delta together? This is the best itinerary to explore 2 famous places in the South of Vietnam. The Best Combination Tour depart from Saigon: Mekong River and Cu Chi Tunnels in 1 day only. Then come back to your hotel around 5:30 - 6:00 Pm.
What's included
Included
- - Lunch at a local restaurant
- - Local English speaking tour guide
- All Fees and Taxes
- - Private boat trip in Mekong delta
- - Private transportation with A/C
- - Bottled drinking water on the car/bus
Not included
- - Beverage/drinks on meal (if any)
- - Personal expenses
What you'll see and do
Ho Chi Minh City
7:00AM Our tour guide will meet you in the hotel lobby then we drive 1,5 hours to northwest of Saigon, through the southern countryside to the legendary Cu Chi tunnels. Stretching from Saigon to the Vietnam-Cambodia border, the network includes countless trapdoors, entangled living areas, storage facilities and weapons factories, mini military hospitals, command centers and even kitchens. In this tour, you'll explore the life of a Viet Cong soldier underneath the ground.
120 minutes here
Cu Chi Tunnels
- Stretching over 200km, this tunnel network -dug by hand- connected shelters, posts, hospitals and weapon bunkers…You can walk through the area and learn about the life of VC, face the cleverly disguised entrances and elaborate booby-traps. Then the mini-van will drive around two hours to reach Mekong area.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Tien Giang Province
- Enjoy lunch in local restaurant on the way to Mekong. - After lunch, leave the big city behind as the scenery is gradually replaced with rice paddies and rural villages on your drive to My Tho. - Then the trip will start by taking small boats and cruising on the river to visit a coconut factory to learn about the way how to make coconut candy here and taste some local products. Then you have a chance on horse-drawn carriage through the village and enjoy some tropical fruits.
120 minutes here
Ben Tre Province
- After that, the amazing rowing boat trip on the small canal in Tan Thach village in Ben Tre is something you cannot miss. One more islet in this trip will bring you to a small bee farm to enjoy honey tea and other local products. Then come back to your hotel around 5:30 - 6:00 Pm.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Saigon Private Tourguide
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 29 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
29 verified traveler reviews for Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Fruitful tour with a fun tour guide
We had such a great time with Linh! It was fruitful and lotsa things to do and see! Thank you Linh for being so warm, funny and fun!
Response from the operator: Dear Ms Lissan, With many thanks for your choosing in our local tour services in Saigon. We are appreciate for your nice feedback and share your own experience travel with our company. Please, introduce for some your friends who is going to Vietnam. Keep in this touch! See you in the next trip! Have a nice day! Penny @ Your tour guide!
via Tripadvisor
Amazing private tour to Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta
We had a one day private tour to Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta. Our tour guide Lee was knowledgeable and shared about Vietnam war history, answering many of our questions. Appreciate that the tour supports local businesses. We really enjoyed the tour and would recommend the private tour for families experiencing Vietnam for the first time.
Response from the operator: Dear Ms. Carissa Kristel Family, With many thanks for your choosing in our local tour in Saigon. We are appreciate for your nice feedback and share your own experience travel with our company. Please, introduce for some your friends who is going to Vietnam. Keep in this touch! See you in the next trip! Have a nice day. Lee and Linh @ Your tour guide!
via Tripadvisor
A perfect experience around Saigon
Thank you very much for the great tour. It was an unforgettable, exciting and informative experience for us to have done the tour with our tour guide Lee. We particularly liked the timing and the many stops away from the tourist crowds. Our little daughter (4years old) enjoyed also the tour. We can recommend the tour to anyone who wants to experience a special day with many highlights in the countryside around Saigon!
Response from the operator: Dear Mr. Marc, With many thanks for your choosing in our local tour in Mekong delta. We are appreciate for your nice feedback and share your own experience travel with our company. Please, introduce for some your friends who is going to Vietnam. Keep in this touch! See you in the next trip! Have a nice day. Lee @ your tour guide!
via Tripadvisor
A great experience
A very good experience. Our tour guide Linh was very friendly and explained the history of Mekong and Chu Chi clearly. Props to Linh and Mr Henry!
Response from the operator: Dear Ms. Puspam Group, With many thanks for your choosing in our local tour in Saigon. We are appreciate for your nice feedback and share your own experience travel with our company. Please, introduce for some your friends who is going to Vietnam. Keep in this touch! See you in the next trip! Have a nice day. Linh @ your tour guide! Henry @ sales Dept
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous ❤️❤️
Love the experience, special thanks to Henry and Linh, love them both.. Enjoyed the trip.. Looking forward for the next Vietnam trip...
Response from the operator: Dear Ms. Puspam family, With many thanks for your choosing in our local tour in Saigon. We are appreciate for your nice feedback and share your own experience travel with our company. Please, introduce for some your friends who is going to Vietnam. Keep in this touch! See you in the next trip! Have a nice day. Linh @ your tour guide! Henry @ sales Dept
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $45 to $129
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 10
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.
How much does Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $45 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ho Chi Minh City usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ho Chi Minh City is not rushed.
Is Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 29 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Ho Chi Minh City, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 9-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour?
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Around 10 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ho Chi Minh City can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ho Chi Minh City and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Cu Chi Tunnels and Coconut Island Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ho Chi Minh City within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Ho Chi Minh City?
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On Outty we rank every Ho Chi Minh City experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels Small-Group Tour: Vietnam War Underground Network, Cu Chi underground tour - Learn Vietnam war with others. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Ho Chi Minh City?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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