Cu Chi Tunnels: what to expect on the half-day tour
How long the drive takes, how tight the tunnels really are, and the parts of the site most visitors miss.
Published July 21, 2026 · 7 min read · Saigon Foody Tour
The Cu Chi Tunnels sit about 70 kilometres northwest of the city, so a half-day tour usually means roughly two hours of driving each way. Leaving early keeps you ahead of the largest groups, which matters more than most itineraries admit.
The tunnels themselves have been widened for visitors, but some sections are still low and narrow. Anyone with claustrophobia can stay above ground and follow the trail — the site is far more than the tunnel crawl.
Look for the hidden trapdoors, the ventilation shafts and the improvised kitchens. Guides who grew up in the area tend to explain these details far better than any plaque, which is the main reason to go with a small group rather than alone.
