Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns

Outty Ranking 75 4.9 · 70 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $49
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Outty Ranking

75/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

4.9/5

Based on 70 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

Quick answer

Is Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns worth booking?

Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns is a 10-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $49 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 70 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
75 / 100
Rating
4.9/5 (70)
Duration
10 hours
From
$49 per person

This is a Full Day Tour combining exploring historical sites, famous destinations in Ho Chi Minh City and learning about the Vietnam War in the past at Cu Chi Tunnels. Enjoy cassava, is the daily food of soldiers in the old days in the war. All will make you have a wonderful memory.

What you get

    About this experience

    This is a Full Day Tour combining exploring historical sites, famous destinations in Ho Chi Minh City and learning about the Vietnam War in the past at Cu Chi Tunnels. Enjoy cassava, is the daily food of soldiers in the old days in the war. All will make you have a wonderful memory.

    What's included

    Included

    • Pick up at hotel central district 1
    • Lunch set
    • Air-condition transport
    • Mineral water (1 bottles/pax)
    • English speaking tour guide
    • Entrance fee

    Not included

    • Personal expenses
    • Food and drinks are not included in the lunch we prepared.
    • Tip (nonmandatory)

    What you'll see and do

    1. Ho Chi Minh City

      Meet at the office and depart

      15 minutes here

    2. War Remnants Museum

      Tour guide picks you up at your hotel or at our office in Ho Chi Minh City. Then get in the car and start moving to the first destination is the War Remnants Museum. This is where the artifacts related to the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War are stored.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    3. The Independence Palace

      After that, the delegation will move to the Independence Palace: a place ranked as a special national monument. This place has witnessed many historical events of the country. Especially the event of Liberation of the South to reunify the country on April 30, 1975.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

      Next, you will move to Notre Dame Cathedral Saigon, officially the Cathedral Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception is a church located in the center of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Founded by the French colonialists, who originally named it Saigon Cathedral, the church was built between 1863 and 1880.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Saigon Central Post Office

      The final destination in the morning is Saigon Central Post Office: Ho Chi Minh City Post Office, also known as Saigon Central Post Office. The building was built when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    6. Ho Chi Minh City

      After the morning cruise, the group will stop for lunch at a local restaurant in Ho Chi Minh City. Take a short break to regain your spirit, and prepare for the afternoon journey.

      60 minutes here

    7. Cu Chi Tunnels

      After lunch, you move to the Cu Chi Tunnels, an amazing underground network dug by VC troops during the war, a must-see historical site in South Vietnam. At Cu Chi Tunnels, you will: • Visit the simulation of the Liberation Area, which simulates the historical period 1960-1975. • Watch a documentary about the mystery of the Cu Chi tunnels and get a real history lesson • Visit B52 Bomb Hole, see the secret entrance and bamboo trap • Enter battle tunnels and trenches • Go through the tunnel system including the weapon factory, kitchen, hospital and crawl under the tunnel Understand how to make VC traps in the workshop • See how the locals used to make sandals for soldiers • Try shooting with an AK47 or MK16 rifle in a heavily monitored area (*charged option) • Try the dishes VC ate during the war

      300 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Ho Chi Minh City

    Our address 177 De Tham Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, located between Bui Vien and Tran Hung Dao, 30 meters from Bui Vien intersection, See a white sign of our company name that is written in pink.

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.

    Ends at

    Our address 177 De Tham Street, Pham Ngu Lao Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, located between Bui Vien and Tran Hung Dao, 30 meters from Bui Vien intersection, See a white sign of our company name that is written in pink.

    Options you can book

    • Excluded Real Shooting Gun

      Shooting Gun: Excluded Real Shooting Gun Pickup included

    • Included Real Shooting Gun

      Shooting Gun: Includes 1 set of 10 bullets. If customers want to shoot more, please pay the tour guide extra!

    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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    VN Lotus Travel

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 70 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    9 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    5 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Traveler reviews

    70 verified traveler reviews for Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    nirmal0075 · October 2026

    Phenomenonal

    Leo Pham you are phenomenonal guide. You are humble human being. You made our trip to Co Chi Caves memorable, you clarified the nuances and intricacies about the caves. Great history of Vietnamese forces revelaed and caves commemorate about those forces fought for independence and soverignity of country. I salute to all forces for their never die spirit and eventually won freedom for country and left a mountaineous legacy to xoming genations for motivating and fighthing for xountry independence and soveeignity. Salute to Vietnam forces

    via Tripadvisor

    630sats · September 2026

    HCMC tour review

    The entire trip was smooth and very well managed. Leo is an amazing guide! His enthusiasm and positivity makes the trip very enjoyable!

    via Tripadvisor

    Sherpa30125871999 · September 2026

    chu chi tunnel with al 47

    it was amazing and had a lot of fun and learned a lot it was a very unique experience. louis made the trip much more fun!

    via Tripadvisor

    Culture00713972040 · September 2026

    good experience

    The guide LEO is really good and i learned a lot.

    via Tripadvisor

    Traveler15375717668 · September 2026

    The best guide

    Leo Pham - He is very much dedicated to his work. He is very informative. He shared all the information very patiently. Finally " He is very happy man"

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    10 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $49 to $90
    Hotel pickup
    Available for selected locations
    Booked in 30 days
    25
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by VN Lotus Travel, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 67.9.

    See everything VN Lotus Travel runs

    Why this scores 75

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)58
    Booking momentum (14% weight)51
    Value for money (12% weight)92
    Listing quality (10% weight)65
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ho Chi Minh City.

    How much does Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns cost?

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    Prices start at $49 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 Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns take?

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    Plan for about 10 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 Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 70 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 Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns?

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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 Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns?

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    Around 25 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns 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 Cai Be Mekong Delta Tour: Cooking Class, Cycling & Craft Villages, Adventure Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Tour From HCM, Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta 1 Day Tour With Small Group. 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.

    What is included in Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns?

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    Included: Pick up at hotel central district 1; Lunch set; Air-condition transport; Mineral water (1 bottles/pax); and English speaking tour guide. Not included: Personal expenses; Food and drinks are not included in the lunch we prepared; and Tip (nonmandatory). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered, or you can meet at the start point instead from 499 listed pickup locations in and around Ho Chi Minh City. Be ready about 15 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Ho Chi Minh City. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns?

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    Across 70 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels 1 Day | Option: Shooting Guns?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Excluded Real Shooting Gun, Included Real Shooting Gun. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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