Private tour in Ho Chi Minh City Helen N

Private Cu Chi tunnels Half Day Tour

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Helen N.

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GOOD MORNING, VIETNAM!!! I'm Helen, your tour guide from Saigon. As a Vietnam-local and a travel guide with over 5 years of professional experience, I would love to show you the country's beauty through the eyes of a passionate local. I will share the hidden secrets of Saigon and its surrounding areas so that you may experience the city at its most authentic self by arranging a private tour that is flexible to suit your requirements/length of visit: 1. 24/7 service for you (van, AC car) and driver; 2. Personal pick up from your Port of arrival, airport, bus or train station. a. Saigon - Phu My Port: around 70km b. Saigon - Hiep Phuoc: around 20km c. Saigon - Nha Rong: around 1km 3. Tours of Saigon City, its famous buildings and our way of life. (Ex: City Hall, Opera House, etc. ) 4. Local markets, Tailors, the Arts and introduction to Vietnamese culture and food. (Ex: Ben Thanh market) Further away, if time allows, Cu Chi tunnels, Mekong Delta, Can Tho floating markets. You will arrive as a visitor but leave as a local and hopefully part as friends. Please, do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions, suggestions or require any more information. Thank you very much for taking your time to read my offer and suggestions. Sincerely yours, Helen. + Diploma at Vietnamese history in Vietnam + Licensed International Tour Guide in Vietnam As a licensed guide, I have no restrictions.

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Overview of your Ho Chi Minh City tour

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels on a personally guided 6-hour tour. Located 70 kilometers northwest of the Saigon city center, the Cu Chi Tunnels network was built during the French time. And the tunnels system was extended over an area of 250 kilometers during the Vietnam War. Like stepping through history, you will learn how the local re-creation of life in and around the tunnels. Hidden tunnel entrances, food preparation and through ingenuity making shoes from tyres, and ammunition reclamation. Learn about smokeless cooking or the use of long bamboo poles to hide smoke amongst the early morning mist.

Recent Reviews

Shawn M.United Kingdom
August 2025

Interesting and worthwhile tour in helping to understand the Viet Cong’s fighting strategies and perspectives. It’s a long day so bring your lunch!

Randy K.United States
March 2024

We had a great day with Helen taking us to the Tunnels of Cu Chi, and to the Cao Dai Temple in Tay Ninh City. It was a very long drive from Phu My port, but she filled us with information for 12 straight hours and was most enjoyable. Her English language was very easy to understand. She kept use well hydrated and cooled down the best she could in the extreme heat. Traffic was so heavy that we had to cut our meal very short in Tay Ninh, but the food choice was excellent.

James D.United States
February 2024

Helen was a fantastic guide. I asked her for an 8 hour custom tour of a Vietnamese village and religious shrine. She engaged a modern very comfortable car and driver (2 hrs each way) and along the way she spoke about local attractions, Vietnamese life, culture and history. In the village she engaged local people and we talked to them. The shrine was magnificent and something most western tourists would never see. She selected a great restaurant that made delicious local specialties. Best tour/guide ever!!

Corey S.Singapore
October 2023

Discover the wonders of Ho Chi Minh City with Helen as your guide! Her extensive knowledge of Vietnam's history and ability to surprise with hidden gems will make your customized tour an unforgettable experience. From unexpected visits to handicap art facilities to providing a luxurious vehicle and driver, Helen ensures your comfort and satisfaction. Worth every penny, Helen is the perfect choice for anyone visiting HCM. Don't miss out!

Sally A.United States
February 2023

Helen was a fantastic guide and we learned a great deal about the Vietnam war and the tunnels. The driver was also excellent and it was fascinating to watch him drive through the 1000s of motor bikes.

Jeff C.United States
January 2023

Helen was excellent! She communicated very well. She speaks English well and was very knowledgeable. The tunnels are simply amazing and a must see. She is an expert in Vietnamese history. As this was TET, she taught us many things we did not know. We would book her again.

Your Ho Chi Minh City tour itinerary

At 8:00 am, the car and I will pick you up at the port with your sign board of name and then transfer to Cu chi tunnels. In Cu chi tunnels, you will: • Discover the incredibly secret network of Cu Chi Tunnels and experience the narrow tunnels which are totally made by hand during the wartime. • Gain more knowledge of Vietnam history, tradition, and culture as well. • Go down to the first level of the real tunnels back then. • Taste some "local hamburger" cooked by special kitchen. • Experience to shoot the AK47 or MK16 riffles in a well supervised area (**optional with surcharge**) Please do not hesitate to contact me for more details, special requests or dietary requirements. I look forward to hearing from you. Helen Nguyen

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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Suv

Transported by private van: 1-3 customers: Fortuner or Innova (new model). 16-seats van for group from 4 people or big bus for group from 10 people. Please contact me for a quote and a customized tour. Thank you.

What's included
Other: Entrance fees to Cu Chi tunnels
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Private Transportation
Tickets: entrance fees
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses.
Food Drinks Snacks
Meeting location

Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Tour categories
History
Layover
Nature Wildlife And Safaris
Tour reference number
973796
Languages
English
Vietnamese
Activity level
Minimal
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Accessible

Traveller reviews

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