Cao Dai Temple and Cu Chi Tunnels One Day - VIP Private Tour
The Cao Dai Temple and Cu Chi Tunnels Full Day trip is a popular tour in Vietnam. It combines visits to the Cao Dai Temple, the Holy See of the Cao Dai religion, and the Cu Chi Tunnels, a network of underground tunnels used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. The tour typically includes a visit to the temple in the morning to witness the noon-time ceremony and a visit to the tunnels in the afternoon to explore them and learn about the history of the war. It provides a unique insight into the religious and historical aspects of Vietnam.
Option 1: Transfer by Limousine
Option 2: Transfer by private car/van
- Visit the Great Holy See Temple in Tay Ninh, the headquarters of the Cao Dai religion.
- Observe the midday prayer ceremony of Cao Dai followers.
- Explore the Cu Chi Tunnels used during the Vietnam War.
- Learn about the tunnels' construction techniques, air ventilation, and traps.
- Visit the War Remnants Museum for insight into Vietnam's history and culture.
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Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Cao Dai Temple, Long Thanh Bac Commune Hoa Thanh District, Tay Ninh 730000 Vietnam
Start your private tour by being picked up from your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City and boarding an air-conditioned private vehicle. You will enjoy a comfortable 2.5-hour drive through the countryside to Tay Ninh, which is situated near the Cambodian border. The first stop of your tour is the Cao Dai Temple, which is a marvel to behold. The Cao Dai religion, a fusion of Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and Christianity with beliefs in the supernatural, is practiced here. You will have the opportunity to participate in a vibrant midday ceremony and capture photos while your guide provides fascinating insights into the unique customs.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Cu Chi Tunnels, Phu Hiep TL15 Phu Hiep, Ho Chi Minh City 700000 Vietnam
Following a Vietnamese lunch at a local restaurant, you will be escorted to the Cu Chi tunnels, an intricate network of tunnels that were strategically used as a military base by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War. These tunnels, located in close proximity to the southern capital of Saigon, were home to schools, hospitals, hidden kitchens, meeting rooms, and living quarters that connected various villages. Today, the tunnels are preserved by the government as a memorial park, and visitors can watch a short film about their historical significance before embarking on a guided tour through the forest where they are situated.
During your tour, you will have the opportunity to experience what life was like for guerrilla fighters and their families who lived underground during the war by crawling through narrow passageways that range from 98 to 328 feet (30 to 100 meters) in length. These remaining channels provide a genuine glimpse into the realities of subterranean living.
Duration: 3 hours
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Lunch
- Entrance Fees
- Bottled water
Exclusions
- Personal expense
- Tip ( not mandatory)
- Gratuities
- Other meals not mentioned in the itinerary
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Cancellation
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