HCM: Black Virgin Mountain, Cao Dai Temple & Cu Chi Tour

Highlights

• Explore the historic Cu Chi Tunnels underground maze
• Witness sacred rituals at Cao Dai Holy See temple
• Ride the cable car to the Ba Den Mountain summit
• See Asia's tallest bronze Buddha statue up close
• Enjoy authentic Vietnamese lunch at local restaurant

Description

Begin your journey with a hotel pickup in Ho Chi Minh City between 6:30 and 7:30 AM, and depart for the Cu Chi Tunnels, arriving around 8:30 AM. During the drive, your guide sets the tone for the day, explaining that you will travel through three worlds: the underground, the spirit, and the sky.

Arrive at the Cu Chi Tunnels and discover how the Viet Cong used this underground maze to survive and fight during the war. Explore hidden field hospitals, weapon factories, and command centers built beneath the surface, gaining a vivid sense of the ingenuity and resilience that shaped this historic site.

Afterward, relax over a freshly prepared Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, where your guide shares insights into regional cuisine and life in the area.

At 1:00 PM, depart for the Cao Dai Holy See in Tay Ninh, about a 2-hour drive from Cu Chi. Along the way, learn about Caodaism, a uniquely Vietnamese religion that worships the 'Eye of God' and blends elements of Buddhism, Christianity, Taoism, and Confucianism into one colorful faith.

Next, head to Ba Den Mountain and take a scenic cable car ride to the summit, the highest peak in Southern Vietnam. At the top, admire Asia's tallest bronze Buddha statue and take in sweeping panoramic views of the countryside and rice fields stretching all the way toward the Cambodian border.

Begin the journey back to Ho Chi Minh City, with an estimated arrival between 7:00 and 7:30 PM, depending on traffic conditions.

Includes

• AC transfer (Pickup and drop-off within District 1)
• English-speaking guide
• All entrance fees
• Lunch
• Boiled tapioca and local tea in Cu Chi
• 2 water bottles per person

Excludes

• Gun shooting
• Cable car
• Personal expenses
• Gratuities
• Holiday surcharge

Important Information

• The tour involves walking and exploring tunnels, which may not be suitable for those with mobility issues
  The Cu Chi Tunnels can be narrow and dark, which might not be suitable for those with claustrophobia
  Weather can vary, so dress accordingly and bring sunscreen and a hat

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund