Departure Time: 7 AM or 11 AM
Departure Time: 7 AM or 11 AM
Finish Time: 1 PM or 5 PM
If you’re looking for an immersive and unique way to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels from Ho Chi Minh City, a tour by speedboat with is the perfect option. Our half-day Cu Chi Tunnels tour is one of our best-selling tours, offering a VIP experience that sets us apart from other tour operators. By traveling to the Cu Chi Tunnels by speedboat, you’ll arrive ahead of the large bus tour groups, allowing you to explore the tunnels in a more peaceful and uncrowded environment. Our speedboats are comfortable and spacious, with plenty of room for you to stretch out and relax during the journey. As you travel along the Saigon River, you’ll enjoy stunning views of the city and the traditional Mekong river life that lines the banks.
Morning Half Day Program (5-6 hours)
7:00 am: Early in the morning, Les Rives guide will meet you at your hotel’s lobby and bring you by car to our speedboat at Bach Dang pier.
7:20 am: Then you will depart Saigon by speedboat. Within 15 minutes, the banks of the river change from city sprawl to lush jungle. A light breakfast of sandwiches or pastries, fresh tropical fruits and Vietnamese iced coffee (Ca phe sua da) is served, as your guide explains rural traditions and aspects of riverbank life.
8:50 am: You will arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels site before the majority of larger bus tours arrive. Watch a brief introductory ‘propaganda’ video to the Cu Chi area.
9:00 am: Explore the tunnel site, which includes weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic Viet Cong tunnel, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunitions etc.), a firing range and much more. Try the local cassava root that sustained Viet Cong fighters for years.
11:00 am: Enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese lunch by the river, consisting of authentic fried spring rolls, chicken and beef dishes and soup.
11:30 am: Say goodbye to Cu Chi Tunnel and return to Ho Chi Minh City.
01:00 pm: Arrive back at Bach Dang’s pier. Les Rives staff will take you back to your hotel by car.
Afternoon Half Day Program (5-6 hours)* Les Rives also offers an afternoon schedule which departs at 11:00 am and returns to Ho Chi Minh City at 5:00 pm.
Please note that due to the individual nature of the tours, times are approximate and can vary slightly.
Exclusions: Food and drinks (unless specified), gratuities (optional), surcharge for halal meal options (if required).
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