Discover Vietnam Through Local Eyes
Cu Chi Tunnels Ben Duoc Private Tour from Saigon
A Full-Day Journey into Vietnam's Wartime History
Discover the quieter and less commercialized Ben Duoc section of the Cu Chi Tunnels on a private full-day tour from Saigon. Explore the underground tunnel network, learn how people lived and operated during the Vietnam War, visit a local rubber plantation and gain a deeper understanding of the resilience, history and everyday life behind one of Vietnam's most remarkable wartime sites.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
🌳 Rubber Plantation Experience – Explore lush plantations and learn about Vietnam’s natural rubber heritage.
🕳️ Bến Dược Tunnels – Crawl through less-crowded Cu Chi tunnels, hear war stories, and witness the resilience of the Vietnamese spirit.
🍲 Authentic Vietnamese Lunch – Savor regional dishes in a local restaurant.
🏙️ Return Journey through Saigon – Experience the city’s vibrant streets on the way back to your hotel.
Itinerary
Duration: 8:00AM - 4:00PM
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8:00 AM - Hotel Pickup in Saigon: Meet your English-speaking guide at your hotel and travel by private air-conditioned vehicle toward Cu Chi District.
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9:30 AM - Rubber Plantation Tour: Next, journey through a lush rubber plantation. Once a cornerstone of the local economy, you'll discover the fascinating natural rubber extraction process and the industry's historical significance in Vietnam.
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10:00 AM - Bến Dược Tunnels: Arrive at the Ben Duoc Tunnels, a less crowded but equally compelling part of the Cu Chi Tunnel system. Here, you'll get to:
- Crawl through History: Explore sections of the underground tunnel network and learn how Viet Cong fighters and local communities used the tunnels during the Vietnam War.
- Guided Insights: Hear detailed stories and tactics used during the Vietnam War from our knowledgeable guide.
- Wartime Life & Resilience: Learn how the tunnel system supported daily life, communication, shelter and military operations during the war for the local.
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Lunch: We'll stop by a local restaurant for a traditional Vietnamese meal, which offers a taste of authentic Vietnamese hospitality and cuisine.
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3:00 PM - Return to Saigon: Take in the vibrant sights and sounds of Ho Chi Minh City's traffic as we weave through its bustling streets, expected to arrive at your hotel at 4:00 PM or 4:30 PM.