Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour in Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour

Outty Ranking 70 4.8 · 49 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $60

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70/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

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4.8/5

Based on 49 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour worth booking?

Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour is a 10-hour experience in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, from $60 per person. It scores 70 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 49 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
70 / 100
Rating
4.8/5 (49)
Duration
10 hours
From
$60 per person

This combined trip of Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels one day will bring you to the most highlight spots and history when you travel in South of Viet Nam. The traveler can learn about Vietnamese history at Cu Chi Tun

What you get

    About this experience

    This combined trip of Ho Chi Minh City and Cu Chi Tunnels one day will bring you to the most highlight spots and history when you travel in South of Viet Nam. The traveler can learn about Vietnamese history at Cu Chi Tunnels, incredible about how people could buid the tunnels, live and survive during the tour. Customers also can take a nice and unique photos about Ho Chi Minh City . And enjoy the specialty of Vietnamese noodle at lunch time . The tour starts at 8:00 Am and returns back to your hotel at about 7:00 pm. The tour included: an A/C transfer, English speaking guide, an Entrance fee, and Vietnamese set menu lunch.

    What's included

    Included

    • Ticket entrance
    • Bottled water
    • Lunch
    • In-vehicle air conditioning

    Not included

    • Tip
    • Shooting gun 60.000vnd/bullet

    What you'll see and do

    1. War Remnants Museum

      The visitors can be veterans who come to recall the past and find the healing in their souls or family members who study about the sacrifices of their previous generations or simply history buffs. Museums will be ideal places to meet these needs with a collection of important artifacts which present the valuable visuals & information of the country’s and local regional history in the wars.

      60 minutes here · Admission included

    2. The Independence Palace

      Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Palace, is one of the most famous historic sites in Ho Chi Minh City (locally called Saigon). It has stayed there and witnessed the happenings of two fierce wars against the French and American colonists to end the Vietnam War and reunite the country... Customers have lunch time after visiting at Local restaurant

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Notre Dame Cathedral of Saigon

      Nha Tho Duc Ba Saigon, otherwise known as Saigon Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica, sits regally at Number 1 Cong Truong Cong Xa Paris Street, right opposite the Saigon Central Post Office It’s just across 30- 4 Park from Reunification Palace and diagonally across from Diamond Plaza….. Note : the Nortre-Dam Catherdral is recovering so Traveller can take photo outside only.

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Saigon Central Post Office

      Is a post office in the downtown Ho Chi Minh City, near Saigon Notre-Dame Basilica, the city's cathedral. The Post Office was constructed when Vietnam was part of French Indochina in the late 19th century, designed by Alfred Foulhoux. Inside the Saigon Central Post office of special note are two painted maps that were created just after the post office was built, the first one located on the left side of the building is a map of Southern Vietnam and Cambodia titled Lignes telegraphiques du Sud Vietnam et Cambodge 1892, The second map of greater Saigon is titled Saigon et ses environs 1892....

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Cu Chi Tunnels

      Cu Chi Tunnels of Sai Gon are honored in the TOP 7 most adventurous destinations in Southeast Asia and TOP 12 most attractive underground wonders in the globe. The decades-old tunnel complex resembles a sophisticated hidden maze, where visitors can glimpse the turbulent Vietnamese history as if they are traveling back to the wartime....

      300 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 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 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    The Sun Tourist

    Know before you go

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • 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 49 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

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Food and drink

    4 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    49 verified traveler reviews for Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Resmy_A · June 2026

    Main attractions in one day

    Covered most of the attractions in Ho Chi Minh area in one day. Our guide James was very good and his English is good. He was very friendly and answered all our questions. I will definitely Recommend this tour for my friends and family.

    via Viator

    Clare_B · April 2026

    Excellent day and very...

    Excellent day and very interesting! Your guide James was amazing!! Very informative and friendly!! Would highly recommend!!

    via Viator

    cbaddeley24 · March 2026

    Cu chi tunnels

    Great experience, James was brilliant!! Very knowledgeable and friendly!! Tunnels were excellent and interesting!! Would highly recommend.

    via Tripadvisor

    Britt_T · March 2026

    Great Highlights Package

    For those short on time in Ho Chi Min City this is a great option to cover the highlights. But... It is definitely a highlights package. If you want an in depth look at the sights covered, this is not for you. Personally I'd have preferred much more time at the War Remnants Museum and the Cui Chi Tunnels - these bits in particular felt extremely rushed to the point we were almost running through the Cui Chi Tunnels to see all the bits. Also be aware the traffic to get to the tunnels is no joke, so you need to decide if a 4 hour round trip is worth the 1 hour you will spend at the tunnels (I don't know if you do the tunnels as a stand alone you get longer there or if this is just the standard tour length.) This said I found the tour good value for money, the lunch that was included was epic, our guide was informative and the vehicle very comfortable. So I would still recommend this if short on time, but if you do have longer I'd break the site visits up on different days.

    via Viator

    Trail12287534939 · March 2026

    Cu Chi experience

    Thang was a great tour guide. He was knowledgeable of Vietnam’s history and he deftly navigated us through ques so we didn’t have to wait in line. The Cu Chi tunnels is a must see. The gunfire in the firing range gives an all too real experience of what it must have been like during the war.

    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
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    17
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 70

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)87
    Review evidence (18% weight)51
    Booking momentum (14% weight)44
    Value for money (12% weight)74
    Listing quality (10% weight)84
    Local standing (8% weight)45
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour: 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 & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $60 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 & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour 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 & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 70 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 49 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 & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day 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 Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour 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 & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day Tour?

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    Around 17 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 & Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day 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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