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Ho Chi Minh: Cu Chi Tunnel, Ba Den Mountain & Cao Dai Temple

By SST Travel
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is £36 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 12h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Uncover the underground tunnel network used during the Vietnam War
  • Experience the vibrant midday prayer ceremony at the Cao Dai Temple
  • Enjoy a delicious Vietnamese meal with authentic and traditional dishes
  • Ride a cable car to Ba Den Mountain’s summit for views (select packages only)
  • Choose transport by package: Big Group meeting point or Small/VIP/Private pickup
Activity location
    • Ho Chi Minh City
    • Ho Chi Minh City, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Meeting/Redemption Point
    • Ho Chi Minh City
    • Ho Chi Minh City, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam

Check availability

Standard Group Tour by Large Bus (No Ba Den Cable)
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This shared group tour offers a comfortable and budget-friendly way to explore. Pick-up is available within 1 km of SST Travel in District 1, otherwise, please meet at the office. Drop-off at Bui Vien, or Ben Thanh Market at the end of the tour.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£39.91 x 1 Adult£39.91
Total
Price is £39.91
Small Group Tour by Minibus/Van (No Ba Den Cable)
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Travel in a small group for a more relaxed and less crowded journey. Enjoy comfortable minibus/van transport with hotel pick-up and drop-off in central District 1,4. Perfect for couples, families, and travellers seeking a smoother experience.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£49.04 x 1 Adult£49.04
Total
Price is £49.04
VIP Group Tour by Limousine (No Ba Den Cable)
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Travel in comfort with a Luxury Limousine (up to 9 guests), offering spacious seating and a quieter ride. Hotel pick-up & drop-off available in Districts 1,4,5. Enjoy a smoother schedule, faster transfers, and more personal support from your guide

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£79.83 x 1 Adult£79.83
Total
Price is £79.83
Standard Group by Large Bus with Cable Car Ticket
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

This shared group tour offers a comfortable and budget-friendly way to explore. Pick-up is available within 1 km of SST Travel in District 1, otherwise, please meet at the office. Drop-off at Bui Vien, or Ben Thanh Market at the end of the tour.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£62.72 x 1 Adult£62.72
Total
Price is £62.72
Private Tour by Car, Van, or Minibus - No Cable car ticket
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Enjoy a private tour with your own vehicle and guide, plus central hotel pickup. Please note that the cable car ticket is not included and will need to be purchased separately.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£150.53 x 1 Adult£150.53
Total
Price is £150.53
Small Group Tour with Cable Car Ticket
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Travel in a small group for a more relaxed and less crowded journey. Enjoy comfortable minibus/van transport with hotel pick-up and drop-off in central District 1,4. Perfect for couples, families, and travellers seeking a smoother experience.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£70.70 x 1 Adult£70.70
Total
Price is £70.70
VIP Small Group Tour by Limousine with Cable Car Ticket
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

Travel in comfort with a Luxury Limousine (up to 9 guests), offering spacious seating and a quieter ride. Hotel pick-up & drop-off available in Districts 1, 4,5. Enjoy a smoother schedule, faster transfers, and more personal support from your guide

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£100.36 x 1 Adult£100.36
Total
Price is £100.36
Cable car ticket - Private Tour by Car, Van, or Minibus
  • Activity duration is 12 hours12h
    12h
  • English

A fully private tour customised to your pace and interests. Enjoy your own car, van, or minibus with a dedicated guide, flexible timing, and hotel pick-up in central districts. Ideal for travellers seeking privacy, comfort, and an exclusive experience.

Language options: English
Starting time: 07:00
Price details
£164.22 x 1 Adult£164.22
Total
Price is £164.22

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Hotel pickup and drop-off at the centre of District 1
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Return transport from Ho Chi Minh City
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guide
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Cable car ticket (only for packages that include this option)
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Entrance fees
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lunch
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Tapioca and hot tea
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Bottled water
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    Wet tissue
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Holiday surcharge (please see Important Information)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Tips

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Flash photography, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: People with back problems, Pregnant women, Wheelchair users
  • In accordance with UK consumer law, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.

What you can expect

Embark on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and the vibrant Cao Dai Temple, with an optional visit to the breathtaking Ba Den Mountain. Enjoy a captivating mix of history, culture, and spirituality.

Detailed Itinerary:

06:30 - 07:00 am – Pick-up from Hotel: Our guide and driver will meet you at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. The tour begins with a drive to the Cu Chi Tunnels, located approximately 1.5 hours from the city centre.

Upon arrival, explore the Cu Chi Tunnels, a 200 km network of underground tunnels that served as a base for the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. You’ll discover secret underground rooms, including hospitals, weapon factories, and command centers. Learn about the survival tactics of the Viet Cong soldiers, and even try a sample of cassava, a staple food they ate during the war, served with tea.

Lunch: Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant, offering authentic Vietnamese cuisine.

After lunch, we head to Cao Dai Temple, a stunning architectural site in Tay Ninh, around 2 hours from Cu Chi. The temple is the centre of Caodaism, a unique religion in Vietnam that worships the “Eye of God” and combines elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism. You will explore the temple’s vibrant and symbolic design and learn about its beliefs and practices. You’ll also have the opportunity to witness the noon ceremony, where followers gather to pray.

Next, we will travel to Ba Den Mountain, the highest peak in southern Vietnam. Upon arrival, you may take a scenic cable car ride to the summit (included in select packages only, so please review your option carefully). From the top, enjoy panoramic views of the countryside, rice fields, and even the distant border with Cambodia. Visit the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia and take in the breathtaking natural surroundings.

We will begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City. You will arrive around 07:00 - 07:30 pm, depending on traffic.

End of Tour.

Note: The order of the visited sites may be adjusted due to traffic conditions, weather, or the availability of space at the attractions, but all destinations will be included.

Location

Activity location
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    • Ho Chi Minh City
    • Ho Chi Minh City, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
Meeting/Redemption Point
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    • Ho Chi Minh City
    • Ho Chi Minh City, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam