6 Historical Tours in Ho Chi Minh City, Compared on Price

1.Cu Chi Tunnels Half-Day History Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 480 reviews · from $14Our pick

Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels from Ho Chi Minh City on a 6 to 7-hour group tour with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, documentary film, command center, bunkers, tapioca, and tea. Guides such as Kevin, Kyle, Quyen, and Thang bring clear explanations and humor to the day.

“A great half day trip! We set off on time and the van was very comfortable. Service was excellent from Quyen. Thang was very welcoming and so knowledgeable! We really enjoyed seeing the Cu Chi Tunnels and learning all about the history. Would definitely recommend!”

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2.Saigon Afternoon City Historical Scooter Tour |Opt: Ao Dai Riders

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 466 reviews · from $25

Ride through Ho Chi Minh City with a private guide such as Minh, Ai, Billy, Jus, Navin, or Justin. Visit the War Remnants Museum, French Quarter, Jade Emperor Pagoda, Nguyen Hue Street, and a wartime weapons cellar. Hotel pickup, helmets, fuel, insurance, and rain ponchos are included.

“Super fun! I love motorbikes, and what a native way to see the city. Flex those abs to stay on! :) I had a short time in HCMC because I was here for work, so Billy was a wonderful guide and took me to places I may not have been able to visit in my short time. Fabulous, super fun way to see the city!”

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3.Saigon Unseen, History, & Hidden Gems Sightseeing Motorbike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 416 reviews · from $33

Spend four hours behind a local guide on a private motorbike through Ho Chi Minh City. Visit French colonial landmarks, the Burning Monk Memorial, a former Viet Cong weapons cellar, markets, Chinatown, and a temple. Guides such as Kien, Hani, Teo, and Emmy add history, food, and plenty of scooter confidence.

“If this is your fist time in the city. This tour is a great way to see all the major sights and try local food. The guide was great, she knew a lot about the city, yet made the tour fun and interactive. Hani is a great guide.”

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4.Saigon Morning City Historical Scooter Tour w Ao Dai Rider option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 349 reviews · from $25

Ride behind a local motorbike driver for four hours through Ho Chi Minh City’s historic core. Visit the War Remnants Museum, French-era landmarks, Jade Emperor Pagoda, and a hidden weapons basement. Request a female Ao Dai rider at least six hours ahead.

“along for the journey and enjoy the history. There is plenty to see and learn. There was a fantastic trip to the old dehli cultural areas”

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5.6 Hours Historical Tour in Cu Chi Tunnel with Free Snack

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 312 reviews · from $19

Spend about six hours traveling from District 1 to the Cu Chi Tunnels in an air-conditioned vehicle. An English-speaking guide explains the wartime tunnel network, traps, documentary, and daily life below ground. You will crawl through a short section, taste tapioca and pandan tea, and may try an AK-47 at extra cost.

“Two kids 5 and 9 found it interesting and exhilarating. The traps were a particular high point for the eldest. I loved going through the whole tunnel complex and my claustrophobic partner enjoyed the history and context of the place. The tour guide was brilliant had answers to all our questions as well as great patience.”

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6.Vung Tau Essential: Beach, Christ Statue & Colonial Heritage

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 284 reviews · from $41

Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau in an air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide, lunch, water, and entry fees included. Climb to the 32-meter Christ Statue, see White Palace and Whale Temple, then enjoy a short beach break before returning by dinner.

“Great Vùng Tàu trip! Thuyen, our tour guide is knowledgeable, attentive, responsive, cheerful and speaks English well. Huy, he’s an experienced and careful driver. He took alternate route to avoid traffic and drops customers according to lesRead more”

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