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HCM: Cu Chi Tunnels, Cao Dai Temple, Black Virgin Mountain
177 ReviewsEmbark on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to explore the Cu Chi Tunnels and the Cao Dai Temple. Learn about the Vietnam War, experience a midday prayer ceremony, and savor a vegan lunch.
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Highlights
- 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 the summit of Ba Den Mountain for panoramic views
- Relax with hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off from Ho Chi Minh City
Description
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 Black Virgin 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 center. 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 center 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, take a scenic cable car ride to the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the countryside, rice fields, and the distant border with Cambodia. At the peak, visit the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia and enjoy the stunning 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.Includes
Hotel pickup and drop-off at the center of District 1 and 4 Round-trip transportation from Ho Chi Minh City English-speaking guide Entrance fees Cable Car to Black Virgin Mountain (VIP Tour Package) Lunch Tapioca and hot tea Bottled water Wet tissueImportant Information
- TIPPING AND SHOPPING ARE NOT MANDATORY at the rest stops and tourist attractions As our tours run daily, pick-up times are approximate. The guide may arrive a bit earlier or later than scheduled. Kindly note that if you are within 10 MINUTES late, your booking will be CANCELLED, and NO REFUND will be issued. We appreciate your punctuality! Holiday surcharges of 200,000 VND apply for travel on 01-03/02/2025, 29/04-02/05/2025, 02/09/2025, and 31/12-01/01/2026 (pay on-site)
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