From War History to the Mekong: Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta
Discover two of southern Vietnam’s most fascinating attractions on a Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta Day Tour from Ho Chi Minh City.
Begin your journey at the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, an extensive underground network used during the Vietnam War. Explore tunnels, bunkers, hidden kitchens, traps, and living areas while learning about the difficult conditions faced by soldiers and local communities.
Continue to the Mekong Delta, where the atmosphere changes completely. Cruise along the Tien River, visit local islands, taste tropical fruit and honey tea, explore a coconut candy workshop, and travel through narrow canals by traditional rowing sampan.
This full-day experience combines Vietnam’s wartime history with the peaceful landscapes, food, and traditional culture of the Mekong Delta.
Tour Details
07:45–08:00 – Hotel Pick-up
Pick-up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City.
Travel approximately 1.5 hours through the outskirts of the city and surrounding countryside toward the Cu Chi area.
09:30–11:30 – Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels
Visit the historic Cu Chi Tunnels, one of Vietnam’s most important wartime sites.
Activities may include:
- Watch a short documentary about the Vietnam War
- Explore sections of the underground tunnel system
- See hidden traps and defensive structures
- Visit underground kitchens and living areas
- Learn about the tunnel network and its historical importance
- Optional tunnel crawl of approximately 15–50 meters
- Try cassava and tea traditionally associated with the wartime experience
- Optional visit to the shooting range
The tunnel crawl and shooting range are optional and can be skipped.
12:00–13:00 – Transfer to the Mekong Delta
Leave the Cu Chi area and travel toward My Tho and Ben Tre, the gateway to the Mekong Delta.
13:00–14:00 – Local Lunch
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
Typical dishes may include:
- Fried elephant ear fish
- Vietnamese spring rolls
- Local vegetables
- Rice and traditional Vietnamese dishes
14:00–16:30 – Mekong Delta Experience
Continue into the Mekong Delta and experience the region’s waterways and traditional village life.
Highlights may include:
- Boat trip on the Tien River
- Visit to local islands
- Tropical fruit tasting
- Honey tea
- Traditional Southern Vietnamese folk music
- Coconut candy workshop
- Traditional rowing sampan through narrow canals
- Views of coconut palms and rural villages
The experience provides a glimpse into everyday life in one of Vietnam’s most important agricultural regions.
16:30–18:30 – Return to Ho Chi Minh City
Begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City.
Arrival is normally between approximately 18:00 and 19:00, depending on traffic.
Tour Highlights
- Cu Chi Tunnels: Explore one of Vietnam’s most important wartime historical sites.
- Underground Tunnels: Discover tunnels, bunkers, kitchens, and defensive structures.
- Mekong Delta: Experience the rivers, canals, villages, and tropical landscapes of southern Vietnam.
- Boat Trip: Cruise along the Tien River and explore the delta waterways.
- Local Food & Fruit: Taste tropical fruit, honey tea, coconut products, and traditional Vietnamese food.
- Sampan Ride: Travel through narrow canals surrounded by coconut palms.
Tour Map
Additional Info
All prices are per person depending on the group size.
If you require a guide who speaks German, Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean, French, Spanish, or Italian, please let us know in advance. A small additional fee applies for these language services compared to the standard English-speaking guide.
For Children
- 4 years and younger: Free
- 5 to 6 years old: 60% of the adult price
- 7 to 10 years old: 80% of the adult price
