Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Delta full day by speedboat

Two regions in one day: tunnel crawl, then river villages

A full-day tour combining Cu Chi Tunnels and the Mekong Delta, departing from Bach Dang Pier by speedboat. You crawl through tunnel sections, see preserved bunkers and trapdoors, then cruise winding tributaries to visit a riverside market, Buddhist pagoda and Cao Dai temple while meeting local families. Lunch and refreshments are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cu Chi Tunnels and Mekong Delta tour

• Start at Bach Dang Pier
• Arrive at Cu Chi Tunnels early
• Crawl through tunnels and explore bunkers
• Learn about wartime history
• Travel to Mekong Delta
• Cruise through waterways and visit market
• Explore Buddhist pagoda and Cao Dai temple
• Meet local families and learn customs
• Enjoy traditional Vietnamese lunch

Stops and time spent at each 2 stops

1. Bach Dang Wharf passing by
2. Cu Chi Tunnels Entry included 2h

What’s included

• Breakfast and lunch featuring regional Mekong specialties.
• refreshments including water, soft drinks and tropical fruits.
• English-speaking guide.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in districts 1 and 3.

Times

• Every day 07:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 14

Live guide English Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup Hotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Book up to 4h before

Ages Adult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Infant (under 4): free

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Good to know

Low physical effort Public transport nearby Infants must sit on laps

Operated by Les Rives Vietnam

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The experience

The tour starts with a speedboat ride along the Saigon River from Bach Dang Pier, giving you views of the city and rural river life before arriving at Cu Chi Tunnels ahead of the main crowds. An English-speaking guide walks you through the preserved bunkers and hidden trapdoors, then you crawl through an actual section of the underground network to understand how it was engineered. The tunnels themselves are the draw here. You're not just looking at them from a platform.

After Cu Chi, the speedboat takes you into the Mekong Delta's winding tributaries. You'll stop at a riverside market to see how locals trade, visit a Buddhist pagoda and a Cao Dai temple, and spend time with families in traditional villages learning how they live. Lunch is a regional meal featuring fresh seafood and the local specialty of fried elephant ear fish. The route moves by water, which is why the speedboat matters. It cuts out the long road journey that other tours require.

Breakfast, refreshments and tropical fruits come with the booking. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included if you're staying in districts 1 or 3. Public transport options exist nearby if you're elsewhere. The full day runs ten hours from start to finish.

Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly do you do inside the Cu Chi Tunnels on this tour?

You crawl through an actual section of the tunnel network, not just walk past it. The guide shows you preserved bunkers and hidden trapdoors while explaining how the underground system was built and used during wartime.

What villages or markets do you visit in the Mekong Delta?

You cruise through tributaries and stop at a riverside market, a Buddhist pagoda and a Cao Dai temple. You also visit local families in traditional villages to learn about their daily customs and way of life.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is it?

Lunch is included and features regional Mekong specialties, including fresh seafood and fried elephant ear fish, a local dish. Breakfast is also provided at the start of the day.

Does the tour pick up from my hotel?

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included if your accommodation is in districts 1 or 3 of the city. Public transportation options are available nearby if you're staying elsewhere.