Overview

Discover Vietnam’s wartime history and landmarks in Ho Chi Minh City with a full-day guided tour. Visit the War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, and iconic colonial-era sights.

 

At the War Remnants Museum, you’ll see powerful photos and hear stories that bring the Vietnam War to life. This part of the tour helps you understand the hardships and bravery of the Vietnamese people during this difficult time. After lunch, we head to the Cu Chi Tunnels. Walking through these tunnels, you’ll learn how the Viet Cong soldiers lived and fought underground. This experience will give you a deep respect for their resilience and cleverness. You’ll also try special tea and cassava, the food they ate during the war. If you want, you can also try shooting a real gun.

  • Visit the Independence Palace, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Central Post Office.
  • See photos and hear stories that help you understand the Vietnam War.
  • Walk through the tunnels and learn about the lives of Viet Cong soldiers.
  • Taste wartime food and optionally try shooting a real gun.

     

    ITENERARY / SCHEDULE

  • 08.00

    •  Morning trip to the historic Independence Palace, also known as the Reunification Palace, designed by architect Ngo Viet Thu, a renowned Ho Chi Minh City landmark.
    • Next, Explore stunning French Colonial structures – Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office. Then, delve into history at the War Remnants Museum, showcasing the Indochina wars' profound legacy.

  • 12:00

    • Have lunch at local restaurant.
    • Depart for Cu Chi Tunnels, a 1.5-hour bus ride. Upon arrival, receive a brief introduction and watch a video explaining tunnel construction and wartime survival before exploring.
    • Take time for discover living spaces, kitchens, weapon factories, hospitals, and command centers. Reveal hidden trap doors and wartime security measures.
    • Afterward, special tea and cassava (guerilla’s food during the war) will be served
    • Break time for relax or time for those who want to try the real shooting gun

  • 19:00

    Return to Saigon. End trip.

Flexible 60 War Remnants Museum
Inclusions/Exclusions
What we'll give. What we won't

What is included in the tour

  • A/c van for pick up and transfers per program
  • English speaking guide for the whole trip
  • Entrance fee
  • Lunch
  • Mineral water (1 bottles/pax)
Pickup point
Directions.
War Remnants Museum Phường 6, Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam