Cu Chi Tunnels & Mekong Eco Tour: Non-Touristy and Small Group

Overview

Explore two of southern Vietnam’s most fascinating worlds in one unforgettable day — the historic Cu Chi Tunnels and the peaceful Mekong Delta. This small-group eco journey combines history, culture, and nature through immersive, animal-friendly activities that support local communities. Start your morning uncovering the underground network of Cu Chi, then travel to the Mekong Delta for an authentic countryside experience. Ride a Tuk Tuk through coconut groves, cruise along tranquil waterways, and share a delicious farm-to-table lunch by the river. Designed for mindful travelers, this experience promotes sustainable tourism — connecting with local life while respecting the land and its heritage.

Itinerary

1. Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville

   07:30 AM: Pick-up at hotel or Meet at meeting point.

   · 1 h 30 min

2. Cu Chi Tunnels

   09:00 AM: Arrive at Cu Chi and explore the underground network stretching over 200 km. Learn about the daily life, survival strategies, and ingenuity of Vietnamese soldiers.

   · 2 h· Admission included

3. 11:00 AM: Depart for the Mekong Delta (approx. 1.5-hour drive).

   · 1 h 30 min

4. Ben Luc

   12:30 PM: Arrive at Ben Luc and enjoy a fresh, local-style lunch with scenic river views.

   · 1 h

5. Ben Luc

   01:30 PM: Begin your countryside journey by Tuk Tuk through quiet villages and coconut groves. Visit a guava orchard, taste fruit from the garden, and continue to a local coconut farm to learn about sustainable agriculture. - Cruise along a small canal by rowboat. - Learn traditional water scooping and daily farming techniques. - Stroll through coconut groves and rice paddies. - Sip a fresh coconut drink and relax in a hammock.

   · 3 h

6. Ben Luc

   Depart for Ho Chi Minh City.

   · 1 h

7. Hô-Chi-Minh-Ville

   Arrive at your hotel — end of the tour.

   · Non-stop passage

Pickup

Pickup included.

Hotel Pickup service (District 1 only): - Available for most hotels in central District 1 (except Tan Dinh and Saigon Ward). Meeting Point Pickup: - For guests staying outside District 1. - Meeting point: 112 Trần Hưng Đạo Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. - Check-in time: 07:45 AM.

How to use your ticket

- Pick-up time: 07:00 AM (Hotel in District 1) or 07:30 AM (Meeting point). - Meeting point: 112 Trần Hưng Đạo Street, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City. - Duration: Full Day (approx. 11 hours). - Please wait at your hotel lobby or meeting point entrance at least 10 minutes before departure. - Comfortable walking shoes, hat, and sunscreen are recommended. - Bring insect repellent and a reusable water bottle to support our eco-friendly mission. - Vegetarian meal requests should be made at the time of booking. - The tour operates in all weather conditions; please bring rain protection if needed.

What to know before you go

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

This activity can be canceled in case of bad weather or if there aren't enough participants.

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Product code: 7329P64

Activity offered by TNK Travel via Viator.