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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Embark on a day trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Tây Ninh province and explore its cultural and historical gems. Start your day with a scenic cable car ride to the peak of Bà Đen Mountain, where you'll witness the magnificent Tây Bổ Đà Sơn Buddha Statue and breathtaking panoramic views. Next, immerse yourself in the unique Cao Đài Temple, adorned with colorful dragons and a blend of religious symbols. Savor a delicious Vietnamese lunch before delving into the Củ Chi Tunnels Historical Site, once a stronghold of the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. Navigate through authentic tunnels, explore underground bunkers, and learn about the ingenuity and resilience of the Vietnamese people. As the day draws to a close, enjoy a relaxing drive back to Ho Chi Minh City, taking in the vibrant countryside views along the way.
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Air-conditioned minivan transfer
Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant
Admission fees
Hotel pick-up and drop-off (only in District 1)
English-speaking guide
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Black Virgin Mountain, Tay Ninh, Vietnam Our guide would come to pick you up around 7 AM from your hotel lobby in District 1. Amidst the vibrant bustle of Sai Gon streets, we set off towards Tay Ninh province. We might stop along the way for refreshment. Upon arrival, we will take a scenic cable car ride to the peak of Bà Đen Mountain, the highest peak in southern Vietnam. From the top, you can not only admire the magnificent Tây Bổ Đà Sơn Buddha Statue, the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia, but also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, including picturesque villages and rice fields that stretch all the way to the border with Cambodia. Don't forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning scenery! 240 minutes
Cao Dai Temple, Tay Ninh, Vietnam After that, we transfer to the Cao Đài Temple which has been described as a Walt Disney fantasia of the East. The temple's exterior is decorated with multi-colored dragons of all shapes and sizes competing for space with a number of swastikas. Above the main entrance is the all-seeing holy eye, the symbol of the Cao Đài sect. The interior is just as engaging as statues of Jesus, Buddha, Confucius and Laozi stand side by side. Admire the beautiful building of Cao Đài’s biggest temple and join the ceremony to understand more about this uniquely Vietnamese religion. By around 1 PM, your delicious lunch will be served at a local restaurant. Savor the flavors of authentic Vietnamese cuisine while taking in the ambiance and hospitality of the locals. 120 minutes
Cu Chi Tunnels, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam We will drive for approximately 40-60 minutes to reach the Củ Chi Tunnels Historical Site. Upon arrival, we will watch a brief propaganda video before spending the next hour exploring weapon and booby trap exhibitions, navigating authentic VC tunnels, visiting different underground bunkers (kitchens, meeting rooms, ammunition etc.), firing range and more. Try some local tapioca before driving back to the city. We'll journey back to the vibrant heart of Hồ Chí Minh City, a scenic drive that takes approximately 1.5 hours. Relax and take in the stunning countryside views as we return to the hustle and bustle of city life. Finally, we'll drop you off back at your hotel. 120 minutes
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum 2 participants for one booking.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Jean_L
14 Mar 2018
Really enjoyed the tour to the Cau Dai temple. Was there at the right time to see their prayer session.
The Cu Chi tunnels was very interesting. Gave a good view of the fighting methods in the different wars. Going in the tunnel is not for the tall, knee or back sensitive or claustrophobic.but didnt take away from the experience.
Guide was fantastic, great English and answered any questions
The restaurant that the lunch was included was substandard to what we have experienced in like restaurants in Vietnam.
Margaret F
04 Dec 2017
I didn't even want to see the tunnels, but had to go there in order to see the Cao Dai Temple, which was great. The guide started with interesting facts about Vietnamese family life, but then after the tunnels gave some incorrect facts about Americans in the war, which is inappropriate when you are accepting payments from American tourists. I became rather ill just before we got to the tunnels and just sat in the shade while the others were tunneling. Before the tunnels the guide expressed concern, but afterward she didn't even ask where I was or how I felt. The bus was quite decrepit and very crowded.
Robert_K
04 Dec 2016
A great tour. Guide was excellent in both knowledge on the temple and the tunnels. We stopped at a workshop on our way to the Temple, which supported/gave jobs for victims of war, amazing artwork. Temple was interesting and pretty. Saw part of their noon ritual. Had lunch, and then made way for the tunnels/war exhibits. All in all a great full day!
It was quite long, we had planned on being done by 5pm, however did go from about 8am - 7.30pm when getting dropped back in Ho Chi Minh City. This is not a complaint, just warning if you wanted to also make dinner plans. The temple is a long way out so it is probably this long most of the time.
This tour in
Ho Chi Minh City
is organized by
Grayline Vietnam Threeland Travel
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