Visit three of the most popular attractions in southern Vietnam on a guided tour from Ho Chi Minh City. Learn about the sacred Black Virgin Mountain, visit the Cao Đài temples, and explore the underground Củ Chi tunnels.

About this activity

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 1 day: Check availability to see starting times.
Instant confirmation
Live tour guide: English
Pickup included: Free pick-up at central locations, including districts 1, 3, 4 and 5.
Wheelchair accessible
Small group: Limited to 10 participants

Highlights

Learn the myths and legends of Black Virgin Mountain
Ride the cable car to Bà Đen Temple
Crawl inside the Củ Chi tunnels complex

Full description

Depart Ho Chi Minh City and travel by private vehicle to Tây Ninh Province. Visit the Cao Đài temples near the Black Virgin Mountain (Núi Bà Đen), and learn why the mountain is revered by the people of Vietnam. Ride the cable car to the pagoda temple dedicated to the local Khmer deity, Bà Đen. Get breathtaking views of the surrounding fruit orchards, mango trees, and woodland flowers, and learn the ancient legends of the mountain, towering 3,000 feet above rice fields and jungle. Take an optional hike further up the mountain to discover two more temples, if you desire. Then, visit the amazing Củ Chi tunnels, with a break for lunch on the way to the subterranean city that served as the operations base of the Viet Cong for the Tết Offensive during the Vietnam War. Return to Ho Chi Minh City after exploring the labyrinth of tunnels, and get dropped off at your hotel.

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off from central locations
Transportation by private car or van
English-speaking guide
Lunch and first drinks at the restaurant (mineral water, soft drink, or beer)
Mineral water and wet towel
Snacks
All entrance fees at the Black Virgin Mountain and Củ Chi tunnels

Additional food and drinks
Personal expenses
Gratuity
Insurance

Not suitable for

Pregnant women
People with back problems
People with heart problems
People with mobility impairments

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned

Traveler requirements

You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must bring your own headphones

Important information

What to bring

Sun hat
Sunglasses
Comfortable shoes

Not allowed

Luggage or large bags
Pets

Know before you go

Locations visited will be arranged on the day and depend on the traffic and requests of participants. The tour is fully flexible to your requirements
The tour is free for children under 5-years-old, but any costs that arise (entry fees), must be paid by a parent/guardian
The age of the child we be counted at the time of the tour, not at the time of booking

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 9 reviews

Review summary

Guide
5/5
Transportation
5/5
Value for money
4/5
Safety
4.8/5

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Experiencing the tunnels was fascinating, and if you are interested in the war history it is must do. The Cao Dai temple is truly unique and the history of the religion very interesting. Visiting the Black virgin mountain is a must to get an idea of the scope and size of the area. The Buddhist temple and shrine is well maintained and beautiful to see. Thao (Tina) our guide was very friendly and knowledgeable and able to answer all our questions, she also told us interesting folk tales and a lot more about Vietnamese culture.

January 18, 2020

Very interesting and exciting tour

Very interesting tour, well cared for by operator Tiger Tours. The tour consisted of three parts: the Cu Chi tunnels, the Cao Dai temple and the Black Virgin Mountain. The latter can be done well by using the cable car, and a must for those interested in temples and pagodas. Keep in mind that you are on the road all day, the tour is from early in the morning until late in the evening.

October 14, 2018

Nice tour Guide no always providing explanation

December 30, 2018

Black Virgin Mountain, Cao Đài Temples & Củ Chi Tunnels Tour

Black Virgin Mountain, Cao Đài Temples & Củ Chi Tunnels Tour

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Very interesting and exciting tour

Nice tour Guide no always providing explanation

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