Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels, Vietnam
What to see at Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels and how to fit it into a Vietnam trip.
Quick answer
Vietnam's chaotic, energetic south — 10 million people, a thousand scooters per block, rooftop bars in former colonial mansions, and 40km of wartime guerrilla tunnels 45 minutes outside the city.
Best season for Vietnam: February – April or August – October. Recommended trip length: 10–14 Days.
About Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels
Vietnam's chaotic, energetic south — 10 million people, a thousand scooters per block, rooftop bars in former colonial mansions, and 40km of wartime guerrilla tunnels 45 minutes outside the city. The War Remnants Museum is harrowing and essential; the Cu Chi tunnel experience is unforgettable.
Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels is one of 14 places we cover in Vietnam, and falls on day 3 of our 5-day Vietnam plan. A 5-day Vietnam trip from Mumbai costs about ₹38,000 per person at budget stays with return flights.
More places to visit in Vietnam
- Ha Long Bay Junk Boat Cruise
- Hoi An Ancient Town at Dusk
- Sapa Trekking & Hill Tribe Villages
- Ha Long Bay
- Hoi An Ancient Town
- Sapa Rice Terraces
- Phong Nha Caves
- Hanoi Old Quarter & Street Food
Questions about Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels
What is Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels?
Vietnam's chaotic, energetic south — 10 million people, a thousand scooters per block, rooftop bars in former colonial mansions, and 40km of wartime guerrilla tunnels 45 minutes outside the city. The War Remnants Museum is harrowing and essential; the Cu Chi tunnel experience is unforgettable.
When is the best time to visit Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels?
Vietnam's best season is February – April or August – October, which is the best window for Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels too.
How many days do I need in Vietnam to include Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels?
Trripah recommends 10–14 Days for Vietnam. Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels fits into a normal itinerary without extra days.
Can Trripah include Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels in a Vietnam package?
Yes. Tell us your dates and group and we add Ho Chi Minh City & Cu Chi Tunnels to a Vietnam plan with flights, hotels and transfers, usually within 24 hours.