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Private Tour to Cu Chi: Ben Duoc Tunnels & Rice Paper Village – Authentic & Less Touristy
Joined 2022
Discover the authentic Cu Chi Tunnels at Ben Duoc, away from crowded spots, on a private tour that immerses you in Vietnam’s history. Explore these lesser-visited tunnels and learn about their importance during the war. Our tour also includes a visit to a traditional rice paper village, where you can watch artisans and even try making rice paper yourself. This off-the-beaten-path experience offers a unique glimpse into Vietnamese culture, ideal for travelers seeking a deeper connection.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hotel Lobby
- The meeting point for this tour is at your hotel lobby in Ho Chi Minh City, where our guide will pick you up. If you prefer another location within the city, just let us know, and we’ll arrange a convenient pick-up spot.
Rice paper village
In the Cu Chi tour, you’ll visit a traditional rice paper village near the tunnels. Here, you’ll watch locals create rice paper by hand, using skills passed down through generations. You can see the whole process—from soaking rice to carefully spreading it into thin sheets over a fire. You’ll even get the chance to try making rice paper yourself, guided by friendly artisans. This stop offers a unique peek into Vietnamese daily life and traditional crafts, making your Cu Chi tour even more memorable.
Ben Duoc Tunnels
The Bến Dược Cu Chi Tunnels tour offers an authentic look into Vietnam’s history, away from the crowded Bến Đình area. Located about 20km farther, Bến Dược is a quieter site with fewer tourists and includes Vietnam’s largest war memorial, honoring soldiers who fought in Sài Gòn.
Highlights include:
A short video about the Vietnam War and Cu Chi
Viewing weapon and booby trap displays
Navigating tunnels (20m, 60m, or 100m options)
Visiting underground bunkers (kitchen, meeting room, ammunition)
Tasting local tea and tapioca that nourished the VC fighters
Optional shooting range with AK47 or M16 (bullet fees not included)
Ending Point
The tour ends with a drop-off back at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh City, or at any other central location of your choice within the city.
Want to personalize this tour?
This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Hotel pickup and drop-off in Sài Gòn
Air-conditioned van for comfortable travel
(e.g. up to 4 guests : a SUV such as Toyota Innova, for a bigger group : Ford Transit )
Fuel, toll, Parking fees
English-speaking guide
Entrance fees to Bến Dược tunnels l
Local tea and tapioca tasting
Refreshment stops along the journey
Personal expenses
Bullet fees for the shooting range (optional)
Meals
Gratuities for guide and driver (optional)
Tour Important Information
* Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes.
* Bring insect repellent and sun cream.
Important message from the supplier
As everything in the tours can be customized, I can take all of of the customers:
- Vegan
- Halah
- Allergies
- Special request
- ...
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Henry N.
Xin chào! I am a local guide team leader in Ho Chi Minh. I have been here guiding international tourists in Vietnam for nearly 10 years. Throughout that long time, experience is what I’ve always focused on. Every single tour our team did was different from the others. They are all created uniquely based on each single customer.
After thousands of tours, we have received 99% percent excellent reviews from different customers. As someone who is highly recommended for tourism in Vietnam, we would love to bring this experience to more people, including those from yours.
Reviews
“A fantastic photo tour! (wearing Aodai during city walk!)”
We had a wonderful photo tour with traditional Aodai on. Thank you so much for all the arrangement of photo location, Aodai rental shop, frequent rides of taxi, and local seafood restaurant. I felt like you were guiding us for a whole day itinerary! My friend Rieko was also satisfied with your service. Originally we ordered one person at first, but you guys fully attended us to the last moment. We really appreciate your team! Looking forward to the photo data in near future. See you again in Saigon. Thank you again for the unforgettable photo tour!
$89/ per person
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