Get to Know Cu Chi Tunnels from a War Veteran with War Remnants Museum Tour & more - Full Day

Want to learn about Ho Chi Minh City’s historic wartime history? This full-day tour will take you to the most famous and significant war sites including the Cu Chi Tunnels, War Remnants Museum, Independence Palace, and more.

We’ll start the day with a pick-up from your accommodations within the city. Then we’ll head to the Cu Chi Tunnels, the famous network of underground passageways used during the Vietnam War and Tet Offensive. Learn what the Vietnamese used to engage in guerilla warfare and see how they lived, ate, and defended themselves and their land. You’ll also get to meet a war veteran and get the option to fire a rifle in the firing range too!

After learning about the significance of the tunnels, we’ll head back to the city and stop for a delicious local lunch before heading to the War Remnants Museum. We’ll walk through the exhibits that showcase paraphernalia relating to the First Indochina War and the Vietnam War, taking in the history of the nation before making our way to our next stop.

“This place was absolutely amazing. A must-see for people of all age groups. As an Australian, this museum opened my eyes to what really happened during the Vietnam war. It was confronting, but important to see. I highly recommend that anyone and everyone visit this museum.” – Jules, Australia

Up next is the striking Independence Palace. Also known as the Reunification Hall, this famous landmark was once the home and office of the past presidents of Vietnam. Explore the grand hall and take note of the stunning architecture before moving on to the next destination.

Built by French colonists in the late 1800s, the Notre Dame Cathedral is another famous structure in the center of the city. We’ll marvel at the iconic landmark and take in the beautiful design and architecture of the cathedral. 

Our last stop of the day is just across the cathedral at the Central Post Office. This is another building built with a heavy French influence and is known for its striking structure, sweeping ceilings, and many souvenir-selling vendors. We’ll take photos of this grand building and maybe purchase a souvenir or two before heading back to your accommodations.

“The magnificent construction, sided by the Notre Dame Cathedral, will certainly catch your eyes while visiting Ho Chi Minh City. There are many stalls selling all the trinkets you may imagine! Amazing!” – Luiz, Brazil