Ho Chi Minh City Trip Overview
Cu Chi Tunnels are well-known worldwide but what they look like inside remains a mystery to most. Come take a tunnel tour with us for a fascinating and informative firsthand experience.
Highlights:
– Explore the underground military base and learn about the breathtakingly hard life of Vietnamese communists
– Have a go at crawling through some of the tunnels to get a real feel of what underground life was like
– Get the chance to fire off rounds from a war era M16 or AK47 at the nearby firing range (this activity is optional; Fees for firing range are not included)
Additional Info
Duration: 5 hours
Starts: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Vietnam
Cu Chi Tunnels are well-known worldwide but what they look like inside remains a mystery to most. Come take a tunnel tour with us for a fascinating and informative firsthand experience.
Highlights:
– Explore the underground military base and learn about the breathtakingly hard life of Vietnamese communists
– Have a go at crawling through some of the tunnels to get a real feel of what underground life was like
– Get the chance to fire off rounds from a war era M16 or AK47 at the nearby firing range (this activity is optional; Fees for firing range are not included)
Itinerary
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Stop At: Cu Chi Tunnels, Phu Hiep TL15 Phu Hiep, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of tunnels stretching over 250 kilometers, have proven to be one of the most famous and historical aspects of the Vietnam War. The tunnel system was created in 1948 to assist the Viet Minh as they fought the French for independence. Digging and building of tunnels continued over the next 25 years until it was an underground city with living areas, kitchens, storages, weapons factories, field hospitals and command centers. The tunnels could house thousands of people who lived almost entirely underground for years. There, people led relatively normal lives, which included getting married and raising children. During the American War, the entire area of Cu Chi was designated as a free fire zone; and was therefore, heavily attacked and bombed. In 1988, two sections of tunnels were opened up for visitors. Now you have the chance to enjoy this wonderful and informative experience.
Duration: 2 hours
