HO CHI MINH CITY - CU CHI - TAY NINH
Means of transport:
The day begins with a drive of about 100km to Tay Ninh to visit the ornate Cao Dai temple. Being the 3rd largest religion in Vietnam, Caodaism blends Buddhism, Catholicism, Taoism, Confucianism, and Islam. There are services held 3 times a day, the most suitable time for visitors to visit is 12 o' clock noon.
After having lunch at a local restaurant, we proceed to the Cu Chi Tunnel. This underground system was built from 1946 to 1968 by local inhabitants and soldiers using simple tools. During the American bombings, they were turned into an underground city, which could house up to 10,000 people, with trapdoors, living areas, kitchens, storage facilities, armouries, hospitals, and command centres. Visitors can enter some parts of the subterranean tunnels to understand better how the system worked.
Drive back to Ho Chi Minh City.
OVERVIEW
This trip to Tay Ninh and Cu Chi in one day allows you to learn about Caodaism, a special Vietnamese religion, by discovering the architecture of its magnificent temple - headquarter. Cu Chi was one of the most famous battlegrounds during the Vietnam War. Visitors will better understand the life of the Viet Cong guerrillas under the American bombardments.
HIGHLIGHTS
• Discovery of the Caodaism religion
• Contemplate the architecture of the Cao Dai temple
• Learn about Vietnamese history when visiting the Cu Chi Tunnels.
OUR SERVICES INCLUDE:
- All entrance fees and sightseeing as mentioned in the program
- Experienced English speaking tour guides except on free days (for other language guides supplements will be applied)
- Meals as mentioned in the program (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
- Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicles with driver
- Bottled water during the tour day
OUR SERVICES DO NOT INCLUDE:
- Domestic & International flights
- Drinks and meals other than those mentioned
- Gratuities to guides, drivers, boat crews, wait staff... We recommend you allow USD$3-6 per day, per traveller. Tipping your guide is an entirely personal gesture.
- Visa Stamping Fee for Vietnam
- Travel Insurance
- Peak season or Public holiday surcharges if any
- Other services not mentioned in the itinerary
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