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Cu Chi - Cao Dai Temple Ba Den Mountain Day Tour

Arts/CultureSightseeing
4.5(17116 reviews)
Củ Chi, Vietnam

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Overview

Explore Cu Chi Tunnels, Ba Den Mountain's sacred tales, experience local life underground, and discover Caodaism's beautiful temple architecture on this immersive cultural journey.

Embark on a fascinating journey through the Cu Chi Tunnels, where you’ll explore the underground network used during the Vietnam War. At Ba Den Mountain, hear sacred tales and take in the breathtaking views. Experience local life as you learn about the daily struggles and ingenuity of those who lived in the Cu Chi tunnels. Discover the spiritual side of Vietnam with a visit to the Cao Dai Temple, where you’ll learn about the unique religion of Caodaism and admire its stunning architecture.

  • Crawl through the intricate Cu Chi Tunnels used during the Vietnam War.
  • Hear sacred stories and enjoy panoramic views from Ba Den Mountain.
  • Experience local life in Cu Chi, witnessing traditional techniques and survival methods.
  • Explore the unique architecture and spiritual significance of the Cao Dai Temple.
  • What's Included

    Transportation by air-conditioned bus
    English-speaking tour guide
    Entrance fees
    Light snack with tapioca
    Lunch at the local restaurant
    Mineral water (1 bottle/pax/day)
    Tipping the guide
    Cable Car to the Ba Den Mountain
    Other personal expenses (shooting gun…) and other services not mentioned in the inclusion.

    Itinerary

    • At 06:30 am, our tour guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City center to start the tour. Firstly, we will go to visit the Cu Chi Tunnels and learn more about the labyrinth of underground rooms used by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War.
    • Under the fabulous and impressive tunnels, we will explore the subterranean field hospitals, weapon factories, and command centers. Moreover, we will try some of the main foods of the Viet Cong with a cassava tasting served with tangy tea.
    • After lunch at a local restaurant, the guest will have 2 options to choose from:
    • OPT1: Cao Dai Temple
    • We will learn more about the sect and its relationship to Buddhism, Christianity, and Confucianism. As you know, Caodaism is a religion in Vietnam that they worship only 1 eye of Heaven and under Heaven’s eye, they worship everyone. We will see the symbolic Left Eye of God and attend the noon ceremony organized by the followers of Cao Dai.
    • OPT2: Ba Den Mountain(your own expense)
    • And then proceed to Ba Den Mountain. Upon arrival, we will take a scenic cable car ride to the peak of Ba Đen Mountain, the highest peak in southern Vietnam. From the top, you can not only admire the tallest bronze Buddha statue in Asia, but also enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, and rice fields stretching to the border with Cambodia. Don’t forget to bring your camera to capture the stunning scenery!
    • 04:00 - 04:30 pm: Coming back to Saigon. You’ll stop at Sai Gon around 07:00 - 07:30 pm. Tour the end. See you again! (depending on traffic conditions).

    Location

    Cu Chi Tunnel
    Phú Hiệp, Củ Chi, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
    Củ Chi, Ho Chi Minh City
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