Cu Chi Ben Duoc Tunnels: Authentic & Less Touristy (Max 10)
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnamby Hana Tourist Vietnam
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Up to 30 travelers
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: English
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Overview
Avoid the crowds and explore the original Cu Chi tunnels at Ben Duoc, a more authentic and less commercialized site. Travel in a small group (max 10) for a deeper, more personal experience with a knowledgeable guide. During the tour, you will: • Learn about the Vietnam War from a local perspective • Explore original tunnels and hidden entrances • Discover how people lived and survived underground • See real war relics in a quieter setting Highlights: • Ben Duoc tunnels (less crowded than Ben Dinh) • Small group (max 10) for a personalized experience • More time on-site, no rushing • English-speaking guide • Hotel pickup & drop-off included • All entrance fees included Why choose us: • Small groups only – quality over quantity • Authentic, non-touristy route • Engaging, well-trained guides • No hidden costs • Highly rated by travelers “Most tours visit the crowded Ben Dinh site. This experience takes you to Ben Duoc for a quieter and more authentic visit.”
What's included
- English-speaking tour guide
- Boiled Cassava, drinking water, cool tissue
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fee, drinking water, cool tissue
- Personal expense, tips/gratuities for local guide.
Itinerary
- Morning trip: pick-up from 7:30 - 8:00 AM/Finish around 14:30 - Noon trip: pick-up from 12:00-12:30 PM/ Finish around 19:00 Pick up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. • Arrive at Ben Duoc Tunnels. Watch a short documentary about the war. • Explore the tunnel system: • Crawl through the narrow underground tunnels. • See camouflaged trapdoors and deadly traps. • Visit the command center, weapon storage, and hospital bunker. • Try wartime cassava and tea, like the Vietnamese soldiers did. • Optional: Try shooting AK-47 or M16 at the shooting range (extra fee). • Depart for Ho Chi Minh City. • Drop off at your hotel. Why Choose Ben Duoc Instead of Ben Dinh? - Fewer tourists – More space to explore comfortably. - More authentic tunnels – Less modified for foreign visitors. - Larger tunnel network – Experience the true scale of Cu Chi’s underground world. What to bring: -Comfortable shoes -Comfortable clothes -Insect repellent -Cash -Camera
Meeting and pickup
HANA TOURIST, 20/13 Nguyen Truong To Street, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
If your hotel is not listed or is outside our pickup zone, please let us know. We'll provide an alternative meeting point that works for both sides. - Our guide and van will be at your hotel lobby between 7:30 and 8:00 AM for the morning trip and between 12:00 and 12:30 PM for the afternoon trip. The pick-up order is organized for the most efficient route and timing.
End point
HANA TOURIST, 20/13 Nguyen Truong To Street, District 4, Ho Chi Minh City
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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