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Best Day Trip from Ho Chi Minh City 2026 | Cu Chi Tunnels

Join a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to explore Cu Chi Tunnels’ Vietnam War history, then visit Reunification Palace, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Ben Thanh Market.

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  • 1 day1 stops
  • US$96from, per person
  • Privateguide & driver
  • 4–5★hotels & cruise
  • 30%deposit to confirm

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The route

1 day, arranged end to end

  1. Ho Chi Minh City

Highlights

  • Enjoy a half day excursion to the famous Cu Chi tunnels.
  • Vist top sights in Saigon such as Ben Thanh market, Reunification Palace,...
Day by day

Itinerary

IYour day trip from Ho Chi Minh city plan

Begin your Day Trip from Ho Chi Minh City at 08:00 with a hotel pickup, followed by a half-day journey to the iconic Cu Chi Tunnels. This vast network, spanning over 200km, gained fame in the 1960s during the Vietnam War, enabling the Viet Cong to control a significant rural area just 30-40 km from former Saigon. At its peak, the tunnels extended to the Cambodian border, featuring multiple levels with trap doors, living quarters, storage, weapon factories, hospitals, command centers, and kitchens. Today, these preserved tunnels, widened for visitors, offer a unique glimpse into underground life during the war, making them a must-see attraction. In the afternoon, explore the vibrant heart of Ho Chi Minh City. Visit the historic Reunification Palace, the ornate Ngoc Hoang Pagoda, and the Notre-Dame Cathedral, an active church and popular backdrop for wedding photos. Admire the Central Post Office, designed by Gustave Eiffel between 1877 and 1883, showcasing stunning colonial architecture. This full-day tour combines wartime history with the cultural dynamism of Vietnam’s largest city, creating an unforgettable experience.

B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner. Every day can be changed before you confirm.

Price

What it costs

GuestPer personDeposit (30%)
AdultFrom US$96from US$29
ChildFrom US$73from US$22
InfantFrom US$48from US$14

“From” prices in US dollars per person, private tour, hotels shared in twin/double rooms; the final price depends on dates, group size and hotel level. Peak-season surcharges, if any, are shown in your quote before you pay.

What you get

Included & not included

Included

  • Transportation by private or shuttle bus
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Private guide in your language (Laos & Cambodia subject to availability)
  • All sightseeing tickets
  • Tissues and water on coach.

Not included

  • Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
  • Travel insurance
  • Beverage
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  • 30% deposit to confirm, balance 45 days before arrival
  • Private guide in your language (outside Vietnam subject to availability)

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    Children policy
    • 12 Y.O and above: 100% adult rate
    • 05 - 11 Y.O in extra bed: 85% Adult rate
    • 05 – 11 Y.O in sharing bed: 75% Adult rate
    • 02 – 04 Y.O in sharing bed: 50% Adult rate
    • <02 Y.O: 10% Adult rate

    Deposits & Payment Policy

    Deposit of 30% of the total of tour is required upon confirmation of booking tour. The full prepayment will need to be made 45 days before departure for all services by money transfer or credit card payment with all bank transfer charges/ fees to be paid by the client.

    Bank details for payment (company accounts)
    Account name: METTA VOYAGES COMPANY LIMITED
    Bank: Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (ACB) – Ba Dinh Transaction Office, Hanoi
    SWIFT code: ASCBVNVX
    Account number (USD only): 8888116868
    Account number (EUR only): 38694277
    Account number (AUD only): 49018517

    Prefer to pay in your own currency? We hold local receiving accounts in the name of METTA VOYAGES COMPANY LIMITED in the United States (USD), the United Kingdom (GBP), Singapore (SGD), Australia (AUD), New Zealand (NZD), the Netherlands (EUR, Airwallex), Hong Kong (HKD), Israel (ILS) and the United Arab Emirates (AED). Ask your travel designer for these details. Credit card payment is also available. Before any transfer, always confirm the bank details with us by phone or WhatsApp (+84 812 247 572).

     After receiving your payment, we will issue you the hotel voucher and/or final confirmation itinerary, which can be sent to you by e-mail.

    Booking Amendment

    You can amend your booking when the confirmation is made. Just contact us at [email protected] with your booking number. Our reservations team is glad to amend your booking accordingly. The extra expense may occurred will be informed to you before you decide to amend the services or travel date.

    Cancellation Policy

    NON REFUNDABLE deposit of US$ 100 per person upon the packages tours services confirmation will be applied. Cancellations will be charged as follow: o    45 days prior to the arrival date: Non Refundable deposit charge and the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any. o   44 - 31 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 30% per group/booking and plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any. o    30 days - 15 days prior to arrival date: Cancellations fee of 50% per group/booking plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any. o   14 - 7 days before arrival: Cancellations fee 70% charge plus the cancellation fees applied by the concerned services suppliers such as flight company, boat company, train, hotels... in accordance with their cancellations policies if any. o   Less than 7 days before arrival Or No show: 100% charge per group/booking.

    • ** Nonrefundable deposit and banking service fee will be forfeited in all cancellation cases.
    • Refund of Unused Services during travelling:
    • No refund will be given for any unused service after the trip has commenced or during the tour.
    • Liability

    Metta Voyage Co.,ltd is not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by passengers. Additional expenses incurred due to delays, accidents, natural disaster, epidemic or political actions and unrest must be borne by the passengers. Passengers are required to have full travel insurance. Airline schedules and local conditions may affect accommodation and itineraries. Should this occur, Metta Voyage Co.,ltd will endeavor to substitute a suitable arrangement of similar value. Participation on any tours implies full agreement to the above conditions by all parties involved.

    • Passport and Entry Visa

    Your passport must be valid for at least six months following your entry date to your travel destination. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are in possession of a valid passport and visa and all travel documents are valid for travel.

    • Travel Insurance
    • Travel insurance is not included in your tour price. It is the passenger's responsibility to verify whether his/her local health insurance carrier provides coverage while traveling. Please contact your insurance carrier for details. We can suggest you the insurance carrier case by case.
    • Metta Voyage Co., ltd strongly advises that you purchase a comprehensive travel insurance policy to cover all aspects of your tour: the loss of deposits through cancellation, lost of baggage and personal items, personal injury and death. A waiver must be signed if insurance is declined.
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